Otolaryngologist Dr. Cawthon brings years of education, training, and vast surgical skills with an expertise in facial rejuvenation to Alabama Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Meet Dr. Thomas Cawthon
Thomas Hilton Cawthon, MD, FACS is one of the top physicians in otolaryngology in Central Alabama. With a passion for facial rejuvenation, Dr. Cawthon utilizes his years of training and experience to give his patients the utmost care and consideration when enhancing their appearance.
- A fellow of the American Academy of Facial Plastics and Reconstruction Surgery
- Voted the 2014 Patient’s Choice Award Recipient
- Received 2014 Compassionate Doctor Recognition
- Named 2014 Top 10 Doctor for the state
- Top 5% injector with Allergan
Education, training, and background
Dr. Cawthon attended the University of Georgia and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the prestigious School of Pharmacy, and then continued his education and received a Medical Doctorate from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. After earning his Medical Doctorate, Dr. Cawthon went on to complete a rotating internship at the Macon Hospital in Macon, Georgia. He entered the residency program in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Tulane University in New Orleans, and completed his training there in 1975.
While at Tulane University, Dr. Cawthon received his training in Facial Plastics from the internationally renowned Dr. Jack Anderson. Dr. Cawthon then joined the United States Army and served two years at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. While there, he achieved Rank of Major and treated military personnel and their dependents. During his military service, Dr. Cawthon volunteered his skills to teach medical students at the Medical College of Georgia.
Dr. Cawthon: Founder and leader
Dr. Cawthon came to Montgomery, Alabama and co-founded Montgomery Otolaryngology. His practice has remained on the campus of Jackson Hospital and Clinic ever since he arrived in Montgomery, and he has watched the hospital and his practice grow tremendously. In 2012, Dr Cawthon and dedicated staff founded River Region Facial Plastics, and in 2017, River Region Facial Plastics joined Jackson Hospital and Clinic on the campus of the hospital. He now joins Dr. Blake Raggio and Dr. John Bauer at Alabama Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
A respected community member
Dr. Cawthon has been a longstanding community member in Montgomery serving on many community boards. He has served and supported his community on the Board of Directors at Jackson Hospital, the Advisory Board of Trustmark Bank, the Jimmy Hitchcock YMCA committee, the Board of Animal Alliance Spay/Neuter Clinic, and numerous other boards. Dr. Cawthon has also served as President of the Montgomery Medical Society.
Dr. Cawthon’s philosophy
Dr. Cawthon believes the aging process can be slowed with the proper use of dermal fillers (which provide increased volume) and injectable wrinkle relaxers such as Botox®. He feels that even more can be accomplished when he educates his patients about facial volume loss and ways to prevent an exhausted expression on the face.
He believes that there’s a balance between surgical treatment of the aging face and the harmony that can be achieved with injectable products. Not everyone needs surgery to enhance their appearance, and with so many non-surgical options, Dr. Cawthon can offer plenty of treatment options and many years of experience in facial rejuvenation.
Dr. Cawthon is a dedicated physician whose hobbies include travel, fishing, boating, and hunting with his wife, four children, and his grandchildren. He is an avid supporter of the Alabama Wildlife and Conservation. Dr. Cawthon also enjoys sharing his love with his furry dog and cat family.