Alan Gray, MD Idaho Facial Plastic Surgeon
Alan Gray, MD
Dr. Gray is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and proud Boise-area native. Recognized for his transparent, compassionate approach, he combines technical precision with personalized, patient-centered care.
He completed comprehensive training in head and neck surgery, followed by a competitive, board-accredited fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery with a focus in extended deep plane facelifts, deep structure neck lifts, rhinoplasty, and facial reconstruction.
In 2025, Dr. Gray returned to the Treasure Valley to open Gray Facial Plastic Surgery—a practice focused exclusively on aesthetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, nose, and neck. He specializes in Deep Plane Facelifts, Deep Neck Lifts, Rhinoplasty, Eyelid Surgery, Brow Lifts, Lip Lifts, CO₂ Laser Resurfacing, and facial and nasal reconstruction.
Education and Training
Dr. Gray earned his medical degree from the prestigious University of Washington School of Medicine. He then completed a rigorous five-year residency in Otolaryngology (ENT) – Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Texas Health San Antonio, where he operated exclusively on the face, nose, and neck. Throughout his residency, Dr. Gray gained expertise in facial and nasal reconstruction, facial trauma repair, advanced rhinoplasty, head and neck cancer surgery, and modern facial rejuvenation techniques.
Following residency, Dr. Gray specialized further by completing a fellowship through the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with distinguished surgeon Dr. Sid Starkman in Scottsdale, Arizona — one of the nation’s busiest practices for facelift and rhinoplasty. During his fellowship, Dr. Gray honed his skills by participating in hundreds of deep plane facelifts, deep neck lifts, rhinoplasties, eyelid lifts, brow lifts, lip lifts, laser resurfacing and nonsurgical injection techniques.
CURRICULUM VITAE
EDUCATION
Undergraduate: Baylor University; B.S. Biochemistry, Economics
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
Residency: University of Texas Health San Antonio; Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Fellowship: American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery, Sid Starkman, MD; Scottsdale, Arizona
PUBLICATIONS
Gray AJ, Hoffman MR, Yang ZM, Vandiver B, Purvis J, Morgan J, Hapner ER, Dominguez L, Tibbetts KM, Simpson CB. “Indications and short-term outcomes for in-office therapeutic superior laryngeal nerve block.” Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology (2023)
Gray AJ, Nielsen KR, Ellington LE, Earley MA, Johnson KE, Smith LS, DiBlasi RM. “Tracheal pressure generated by high-flow nasal cannula in 3D-Printed pediatric airway models.” International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (2021)
Gray AJ, Huston M, Didericksen D, Meyer TK, Merati AL, Brisebois S. “The minimal clinically important difference of the dyspnea index in laryngotracheal stenosis.” The Laryngoscope (2021)
Gray AJ, Harbison RA, Westling T, Carone M, Rodriguez CP, Futran ND, Cannon RB, Houlton JJ. “The role of elective neck dissection in high-grade parotid malignancy: A hospital-based cohort study.” The Laryngoscope (2020)
Nielsen KR, Ellington LE, Gray AJ, Stanberry LI, Smith LS, DiBlasi RM. “Effect of High-Flow Nasal Cannula on Expiratory Pressure and Ventilation in Infant, Pediatric, and Adult Models.” Journal of Respiratory Care (2018)
What is a Facial Plastic Surgeon?
A facial plastic surgeon is a physician trained in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery who has completed a nationally accredited fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and is either board-eligible or board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Facial plastic surgeons artfully combine aesthetic vision and expert knowledge of facial and nasal anatomy to enhance, reconstruct, and repair facial features. Beyond performing cosmetic procedures, facial plastic surgeons also reconstruct face and nose cancers and repair form after facial trauma.
Areas of Specialty
Facelift and Neck lift
Rhinoplasty
Eyelid & Brow Lift
Lip Lift
Otoplasty
Mohs Reconstruction
Facial Reanimation
Dermal Fillers
Nonsurgical Treatments
& More
What is a Facial Plastic Surgeon?
A facial plastic surgeon is a physician trained in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery who has completed a nationally accredited fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and is either board-eligible or board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Facial plastic surgeons artfully combine aesthetic vision and expert knowledge of facial and nasal anatomy to enhance, reconstruct, and repair facial features. Beyond performing cosmetic procedures, facial plastic surgeons also reconstruct face and nose cancers and repair form after facial trauma.
Board Certification
and Professional Memberships
Dr. Gray is trained in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and currently board-eligible through the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is also fully trained in Head and Neck Surgery and board-eligible through the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
He is an active member of the following organizations:
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
The Rhinoplasty Society
Independent Doctors of Idaho
Dr. Gray's Approach
Priority on patient advocacy, education, and transparency
“No matter your concern, we’ll work together to find a solution. The face is complex, and every great result requires a tailored approach to achieve balance and facial harmony. That is why I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all solution which inevitably leads to having a similar “look.” As each person’s face is unique, each plan is customized based on the issue, its severity, the anatomy, and your motivations and expectations. My goal is to (1) ensure you look like an improved and refreshed version of yourself, and to (2) help you feel confident and comfortable with your decision to pursue facial plastic surgery.
Education is the foundation to my approach. I spend significant time educating patients about facial plastic surgery, setting realistic expectations, and ensuring you have all the information needed to make informed decisions.
As a start, this website offers valuable information about facial plastic surgery procedures, including the risks, benefits, costs of surgery, and the expected recovery time. I encourage you to explore it and reach out with any questions. I look forward to welcoming you to Gray Facial Plastic Surgery.”
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On a personal note...
Dr. Gray lives in Boise with his wife and their daughter. He enjoys listening to good music, traveling, cooking new recipes. When he is not at work, Dr. Gray is out enjoying the Idaho outdoors including fly fishing, skiing, and hiking with his dog, Po.