Dr. John Burroughs is a nationally recognized leader in oculoplastic and facial cosmetic surgery, known for his surgical expertise, artistic eye, and compassionate patient care. With a lifelong passion for learning and teaching, Dr. Burroughs has become a trusted expert in eyelid, orbital, and facial procedures—frequently chosen by fellow physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals for their own cosmetic and reconstructive needs.

Driven by a strong academic foundation, John Burroughs was inspired by both his father, a university engineering professor, and his stepfather, a physician. This early influence instilled a deep commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, which remains central to his medical philosophy today.

Dr. John Burroughs has performed thousands of advanced oculofacial procedures, treating tens of thousands of patients with a combination of precision, innovation, and artistry. At Springs Aesthetics in Colorado Springs, he offers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation services. These include eyelid lifts, wrinkle relaxers (botulinum neuromodulators), dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, skin tightening, cellulite reduction, laser hair removal, photofacials, and feminine rejuvenation.

With over 20 years of experience in facial aesthetics, Dr. John Burroughs is a pioneer in techniques such as “filler blepharoplasty” and “filler sculpting,” and is often called upon by other surgeons to correct complications from prior eyelid surgeries. He performs more than 1,000 surgical procedures annually and is highly regarded for his ability to deliver natural-looking results that enhance both beauty and confidence.

John Burroughs is an invited faculty member at prestigious national and international cosmetic surgery conferences and has taught in countries such as Brazil, Mexico, and across the Caribbean. He is also a sought-after lecturer, author, and peer reviewer in the fields of eyelid surgery and facial rejuvenation, and serves as a key opinion leader for Inmode aesthetic technologies.

Specialties:

• Expert in eyelid and facial cosmetic surgery
• Specialized care for the delicate eye area, including eyelid lifts and reconstruction
• Non-surgical facial rejuvenation with dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxers
• Advanced techniques in “filler blepharoplasty” and facial sculpting
• Skin treatments, including chemical peels, photofacials, and laser resurfacing
• Minimally invasive skin tightening and cellulite reduction
• Corrective surgery for complications from previous cosmetic procedures