James E. Hardy M.D. Plastic Surgery

Dr Hardy did my tummy tuck and muscle repair in 2023. Dr Hardy is such an amazing, caring, and skilled surgeon. I always get compliments on how flat my abdomen is and how natural my belly button is. Very professional staff and office; Dr Hardy is the best choice for any plastic surgery needs.

I am 5 weeks out after breast augmentation and lift. Could not be happier. Dr Hardy has great bedside manner and his staff reflects his caring nature. If you are considering any of the services he offers, do not hesitate.

I just got liposuction on my thighs, stomach, hips, waist and a little on my butt. Dr. Hardy really removed a lot of fat I had. He was kind to me and sweet. The results are very nice. I would recommend him for liposuction. His staff were nice as well.

Dr. Hardy performed an arm lift procedure on me. He was so warm and caring in understanding what I wanted and explaining what he was going to do. His team is top notch and very caring as well. I am now thinking about what I would like to do next!

I’ve taken time to reflect before writing this honest review of my mommy makeover experience with Dr. Hardy. My initial consultation in early 2025 went well, and at the time there were no negative reviews. However, about a month before surgery, I noticed a few concerning reviews online. Like many others, I brushed them off after hearing reassurance from others that they were likely just “difficult clients.” Consider this a cautionary tale. My surgery took place on December 19, 2025. While the procedure itself went forward, communication during surgery was extremely poor. My husband received no updates for over eight hours, with only a brief comment at the five-hour mark saying I would be out soon. No explanation was ever given for the delay, which caused unnecessary stress and concern. A major issue occurred during recovery. Within a few days post-op, I developed a cough that made my muscle repair extremely painful. I informed both the nurse and Dr. Hardy that I was out of pain medication and needed a refill before the pharmacy closed. I was assured it would be handled, but no prescription was sent. I spent hours in severe pain, nearly going to the emergency room. Only after my mother contacted Dr. Hardy late that night was a prescription finally sent to a 24-hour pharmacy. This delay was unacceptable and avoidable. At five months post-op, I noticed a concerning spot on my incision; something I had pointed out multiple times before and that was repeatedly dismissed. When a hard, plastic-like object began protruding from the incision, I scheduled a follow-up. During that appointment, instead of addressing my concern appropriately, Dr. Hardy was defensive and dismissive. He brought out photos of my body from before surgery, despite me previously expressing that I did not want to see them…almost as if to say, “this is what you looked like before.” It felt unnecessary and inappropriate, as the visit was about a medical concern, not my appearance. The interaction was off-putting and unprofessional, as though my concerns were an inconvenience rather than something requiring medical attention. Additionally, I was only informed about the possibility of an “unusual” breast lift scar immediately before surgery; something never discussed during pre-op. That is not appropriate timing for important surgical information and raises serious concerns about informed consent. While I am currently happy with my results overall, there is more to this experience than the outcome. How a patient is treated before, during, and especially after surgery matters. At this point, I do not feel comfortable returning for further procedures. If you are looking for a surgeon who provides consistent communication, accountability, and respect throughout the entire process, I would not recommend Dr. Hardy.