Cynthia Gregg, MD, FACS

Founder, Cynthia Gregg Face and Body Specialists, Cary, North Carolina | Vice President of Examinations, American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The Formula Wellness clinical advisory board brings together board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers who lead their fields in aesthetics, longevity, and functional medicine. Together, they guide the clinical standards, protocols, and provider education behind every Formula Wellness center.

Surgical Excellence, Academic Leadership, and a Career of Meaningful Service.

Dr. Cynthia M. Gregg is a dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose career spans clinical excellence, academic leadership, national board governance, and a deeply personal commitment to using her surgical skills in service of others. She brings to the Formula Wellness clinical advisory board one of the most comprehensive and distinguished records of training, achievement, and professional contribution in her field.

Education and Training

Dr. Gregg earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina, where she received four awards for academic achievement. She completed a five-year residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at the University of Michigan, followed by a fellowship at the university's Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, one of the most respected training programs in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery in the country.

Board Certifications and Credentials

American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - The specialty board certification specifically governing facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, reflecting the highest standard of training, examination, and ongoing commitment to excellence in this discipline.
American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - A rigorous dual certification reflecting Dr. Gregg's comprehensive surgical training in the structures of the head and neck that underlie facial aesthetics and function.
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) - One of the most prestigious designations in American surgery, awarded to surgeons who meet the highest standards of education, clinical competence, and ethical conduct.

Professional Background

Before founding her practice, Dr. Gregg served as an assistant professor of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Duke University Medical Center, one of the most respected academic medical centers in the country. This academic foundation informs both her surgical precision and her commitment to the evidence-based clinical standards that define her practice.

She is the founder of Cynthia Gregg Face and Body Specialists in Cary, North Carolina, where she has built a practice grounded in surgical excellence, patient safety, and a philosophy of natural, refined aesthetic outcomes that closely aligns with the Formula Wellness approach to aesthetic care.

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National Board Leadership

Dr. Gregg's contributions to her field extend to the highest levels of professional governance in facial plastic surgery.

Vice President of Examinations, American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - In this role, Dr. Gregg oversees the examination process that determines board certification for facial plastic surgeons across the country, a responsibility that reflects the highest level of trust and professional standing within her specialty.
Co-Chair, Oral Examination Committee - Alongside her vice presidential role, she co-chairs the committee responsible for the oral examination component of board certification.
Elected Member, Board of Directors - Prior to her current role, Dr. Gregg served six years as an elected member of the board of directors of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, reflecting sustained peer recognition of her leadership and professional contributions.

Humanitarian Work

Perhaps the most distinctive dimension of Dr. Gregg's career is her sustained commitment to using her surgical skills in service of vulnerable populations around the world and at home.

Face to Face Program

Dr. Gregg provides pro bono reconstructive surgery for survivors of domestic violence through the national Face to Face program, work that has received national and international attention. Her contributions through this program have been featured on Oprah and in a BBC documentary, bringing visibility to both the program and the transformative impact of reconstructive surgery on survivors of abuse.

International Cleft Surgery

Dr. Gregg performs cleft lip and palate surgeries internationally through Samaritan's Purse and World Medical Mission, traveling to underserved communities to provide life-changing surgical care for children who would otherwise have no access to treatment.

Her Role at Formula Wellness

Dr. Gregg brings the perspective of a dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, a national board examiner, and a surgeon whose career has been defined by both technical excellence and a deep commitment to ethical, patient-centered care.

Her expertise in facial anatomy, surgical outcomes, and the standards that define excellence in aesthetic surgery directly informs the clinical protocols and aesthetic standards that guide care across every Formula Wellness center.