Dr. Jill Hessler has been recognized as a 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors honoree. This is an elite distinction awarded to physicians who rank among the top 7% nationwide, based on peer nominations and excellence in patient care.
Awards and Leadership
Award-Winning Facial Plastic Surgeon in the Bay Area
Dr. Jill Hessler is one of the best facial plastic surgeons in the Bay area, providing a range of rejuvenation procedures for patients from her office in Palo Alto. She has been awarded a number of awards, including Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Silicon Valley and the RealSelf Top Doctor Award.
Bay Area News Group with the Hall of Fame Award 2026
Hessler Plastic Surgery has been honored by Bay Area News Group with the Hall of Fame Award, recognizing Dr. Jill Hessler as Best Cosmetic Surgeon in Silicon Valley for 2026, while readers also voted the practice Best Place for a Facial in 2026. Renowned for her natural-looking signature Deep Plane Facelift, Dr. Hessler attracts patients from around the world seeking subtle yet significant facial rejuvenation. Complementing her surgical expertise, the skilled aestheticians at Hessler Plastic Surgery offer relaxing, comprehensive skin treatments—from refreshing early signs of aging and addressing teen acne to maintaining facelift results. Thank you to our community for these incredible honors!
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2026 Sizzle Award Winner
We're thrilled to celebrate Dr. Jill Hessler as a 2026 Sizzle Award winner in the Expert Injector category — a recognition that reflects her artistry, precision, and unwavering commitment to natural-looking results.
Women Leading in Facial Plastic Surgery
Dr. Jill Hessler is proud to be recognized among the women leading the future of facial plastic surgery. As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and active leader within the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), Dr. Hessler is committed to advancing innovation, education, and excellence in aesthetic medicine. Through her leadership, research, and dedication to patient-centered care, she continues to help shape the next generation of facial plastic surgery while empowering women in the field.
Future of Facial Aging
Dr. Jill Hessler has been recognized as a Top Doctor by RealSelf, an honor awarded to physicians who consistently demonstrate exceptional patient care, outstanding results, and a commitment to patient education. This recognition reflects Dr. Hessler’s dedication to providing personalized facial plastic surgery care and earning the trust and praise of her patients through compassionate treatment and natural-looking outcomes.
Giving Back Through Medicine
Committed to community and global impact.
Best of Palo Alto Online in 2025
Dr. Jill Hessler and Hessler Plastic Surgery were recognized by Palo Alto Online in its “Best of 2025 – Services” awards, earning recognition for excellence in facial plastic surgery and skin care. Known for her artistic approach and patient-focused care, Dr. Hessler continues to be a trusted leader in facial rejuvenation throughout the Bay Area.
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Facial Aesthetics Excellence
Dr. Jill Hessler is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon based in Palo Alto, California, and a nationally recognized leader within the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) — the world's largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery, representing more than 2,500 surgeons worldwide.
Beauty is Art and Science
Recognized as a 2018 NewBeauty Top Beauty Doctor, Dr. Jill Hessler is a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon based in Palo Alto specializing in the surgical refinement of the face, eyes, nose, and neck. An internationally recognized Beauty Expert and adjunct instructor at Stanford, she blends artistry, advanced technique, and genuine patient care to deliver naturally refined results.
