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An Interview with Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall's patient coordinator, Patty Escobar

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT

As Dr. German Newall’s patient coordinator for 12 years, Patty Escobar works closely with patients by listening to their concerns, answering their questions, and educating them so they know what to expect at each step of their cosmetic plastic surgery experience. Her warm, caring attitude and upbeat personality provide reassurance and support to patients through a journey that is often transformative both physically and psychology.

In this interview, Patty shares insights about working with Dr. Newall and the goals they strive for in working together as a team.

Q: Patty, making the decision to have cosmetic plastic surgery is a big step. How do you go about putting people at ease during the initial consultation?

Patty: It is a big decision, and one that can feel a little intimidating initially. When people come to our office, they are seeking to improve a feature they feel self-conscious about.

However, Dr. Newall makes them feel comfortable immediately. He has compassion for his patients, and he’s very sincere. He gives them hope, and he gives them a solution to what they are looking for.

Q: Having a sense of trust is an important factor in choosing a plastic surgeon. How do you build that with patients?

Patty: It is very important to get that sense of comfort from your doctor and to have a connection. If you don’t need a procedure, he’s not going to tell you that you need one. He’s very flexible with his patients in that he gives them different options. He might tell them, “If you can’t do a tummy tuck right now, you could just have liposuction now and have a tummy tuck at a later date.”

It’s okay if we don’t book a patient for surgery. We would rather a person be happy and ready. People will say, “Thank you for being honest with me.” And they always come back. They appreciate Dr. Newall’s sincerity, and feel that he’s being honest with them.

Q: Dr. Newall has said before that he strives to create subtle change that transforms an individual into a more beautiful person rather than producing an overly dramatic change that creates a fake look. How does he strike that balance?

Patty: Cosmetic plastic surgery is his art, and he has an amazing aesthetic eye. He’s a perfectionist—every patient is going to get the best of who he is.

Related to this, it’s so important that there is vivid communication between Dr. Newall and a patient—that a person expresses her/his thoughts and aesthetic goals clearly so that Dr. Newall knows exactly what end results a person desires. You’ll never reach perfection, but he’ll try to achieve a person's goals as closely as possible.

Q: What are some of the most rewarding aspects of your job?

Patty: It’s such a privilege to come beside patients to give them a sense of caring and compassion. We hold their hands to the end, and they’re very grateful that they had that experience from the beginning to the end.

It’s extremely rewarding to see the positive difference it makes in people not only to the outward appearance but also to their confidence. Their personality and self-esteem is transformed between their first visit to the office until six weeks later.

They will often tell Dr. Newall, “You changed my life.” That is the ultimate reward for him.

If you are interested in scheduling a consultation to discuss your aesthetic goals with Dr. Newall, please contact our office at 713.799.9999.

9-Dec-11 11:00 PM

CoolSculpting® or Liposuction? Plastic Surgeon Dr. German Newall Weighs in on Surgical vs. Nonsurgical Fat Reduction

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 03:00:00 GMT

While he’s internationally renowned among both patients and colleagues for his liposuction expertise and body contouring artistry, lately CoolSculpting®−a new nonsurgical fat reduction method−is increasingly placing Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall in the media spotlight.

In the past year alone, Newall was interviewed about CoolSculpting® for a Venezuelan newspaper and for the Spanish-language television network Univision morning show Primera Edicion. In addition, a Univision television crew visited the surgeon at his Houston office for a two-part news special which featured the CoolSculpting® experience of Lora Hunsucker, who sought the treatment to reduce a stubborn post-pregnancy tummy bulge.

With its ability to reduce muffin tops, love handles, and saddle bags and other infamous fatty bulges through a simple one-to-two hour treatment that requires no down time, CoolSculpting® has sparked a flurry of media interest that has contributed to its growing popularity. Among others, shows such as Dr. Oz, The Doctors, and Rachel Ray and publications including O! Magazine, Allure, and Men’s Fitness have spotlighted the procedure.

The introduction of the innovative fat reduction treatment provides patients with a new fat reducing option to consider, one which leads many to question the difference between CoolSculpting® and liposuction, the nation’s second most popular cosmetic plastic surgical procedure in 2010.

In explaining the difference between the two methods, Dr. Newall said, “Both will reduce fatty pockets, but the outcomes are totally different. Liposuction is a more aggressive sculpting technique that alters a person’s body not only by reducing fat but also by creating a more curvaceous body contour. CoolSculpting® is an awesome technique to reduce fat in specific areas, but it’s not a sculpting technique."

Because CoolSculpting® simply reduces fat in treated areas by an average of 20 percent, it may not be the best solution for those who also have loose skin, an aesthetic concern that can be corrected only through surgical removal of the excess skin. For that reason, Dr. Newall frequently combines liposuction with skin excision (removal) to improve the body’s contour lines. And while the surgeon can remove up to 22 pounds of excess fat through liposuction, he uses the surgical technique primarily as a sculpting tool to achieve more attractive curves and proportions.

Though CoolScultping® may not deliver the dramatic contouring results that can be provided by liposuction, it is often a good option for those who are within 10 to 15 pounds of their ideal weight who simply desire to see stubborn bulges reduced. For Hunsucker, the procedure met her aesthetic goals, allowing her to fit into her pre-baby form-fitting jeans.

"My jeans and bathing suits are a little looser now. I used to be a medium on top and a large on the bottom, so now I'm more balanced," she said.

Based upon technology developed by Harvard scientists, CoolSculpting® uses controlled cooling temperatures to freeze and eliminate fat cells, while leaving the surrounding tissues and skin unharmed. Over the following 8 to 12 weeks, these fat cells are removed through the body’s natural metabolic processes, and the body’s new contours are revealed. An additional fat reduction of 20 percent on average can be obtained through each subsequent treatment session, for those who desire further improvement.

If you are interested in body contouring to improve your body's shape and proportions, call our office at 713.799.9999 to schedule your consultation with Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall.

25-Nov-11 9:00 PM

Growing U.S. Hispanic Population and Spanish-Language Media Presence Have Led Patient Numbers to Skyrocket for Spanish-Fluent Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. German Newall

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 01:00:00 GMT

Growing U.S. Hispanic Population and Spanish-Language Media Presence Have Led Patient Numbers to Skyrocket for Spanish-Fluent Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. German Newall

U.S. Census Data Mirrors Increase in Latino Patient Base and Culturally-Influenced Consumer Preferences at Houston Plastic Surgery Practice

For Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall, the exponential growth of the nation’s ">Hispanic population combined with Newall's increasing visibility on Spanish-language networks such as Univision have translated to a dramatic rise in his Latino patient base and a corresponding shift in consumer preferences.

Newall’s ability to converse fluently in both Spanish and English combined with his ease in front of the camera have made him a popular guest on many Houston-based Spanish-language television networks, newspapers, and radio stations. In the past year alone, the surgeon, who left his native Peru at the age of 18 to attend medical school in the United States, has been interviewed by journalists from Univision, Telemundo, and a Venezuelan newspaper for segments on both surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic plastic surgery procedures.

For a recent Univision program which spotlighted CoolSculpting nonsurgical fat reduction, the network's news team interviewed Newall and followed the progress of a patient who experienced the treatment at his office in an effort to reduce a stubborn post pregnancy tummy bulge. In addition, Newall caught the eye of television producers at Telemundo, who invited him to be the cosmetic plastic surgeon expert on the show Glamour Extremo, to be aired throughout the United States and Latin America. On the show, Newall discusses what can be done cosmetically to enhance the face and body from the perspective of a plastic surgeon, while a panel that includes a makeup artist, fashion stylist, and nutritionist offer their expertise to help transform the appearance and confidence of a selected individual.

These programs have heightened Newall’s visibility among the nation’s Hispanics, whose population in the United States has grown by 43 percent since 2000, according to 2010 U.S Census Bureau statistics. Census data shows Hispanics comprise 16 percent of the nation with a population of 50.5 million residents. Newall’s ability to converse in their language is a compelling factor that leads his Spanish-speaking patients to choose him as their plastic surgeon.

"The overall reason I think they feel more comfortable with me is the language barrier is removed," said Newall, who graduated from Georgetown Medical School in Washington D.C. as the first non-U.S. citizen to be accepted into the school’s program. “They can really express what they want and need, and I understand it perfectly.” This ability to communicate directly with the patient is more effective than having a third-party Spanish-speaking liaison translating between the physician and patient, he said.

Among the surgeon’s Hispanic patients, body contouring surgery such as liposuction, the Brazilian Butt Lift, and tummy tuck surgery are by far the most requested procedures, significantly outdistancing requests for facial rejuvenation procedures such as f acelift , browlift, and eyelid surgery.

One of the main reasons for this is Hispanic skin tends to be thicker and less easily affected by environmental factors like the sun, which can prematurely age the skin and facial appearance, said Newall. Cultural preferences also account for the popularity of body contouring procedures among this group. In general, women from South America prize having curves throughout the entire body, in contrast, to the more top-heavy, slim-hipped proportions that are favored in the United States, said Newall.

His Latin-American upbringing influences his own perspective of body contouring goals for female patients: to restore well-proportioned lines to the body while enhancing feminine contours. Whether it is breast augmentation, Brazilian Butt lift surgery, or a tummy tuck procedure, Newall incorporates subtle techniques that accentuate curves to give patients results that have an added “wow” factor.

"The concept of making a female more boyish by removing her natural curves is the wrong approach. The eye perceives beauty as a proportional whole,” said the surgeon."

In polls conducted by H Texas Magazine, Houston-area physicians have repeatedly named Newall one of the city’s top plastic surgeons to whom they would send family and friends. In addition, a 2010 Goldline Research study published in Forbes magazine listed the Houston physician as one of the leading providers of plastic surgery in the nation.

To schedule your cosmetic plastic surgery consultation with Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall, call our office at 713.799.9999.

12-Nov-11 7:00 PM

Liposuction: Better Body and Better Health? New Study Suggests Link

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 02:00:00 GMT

While liposuction is one of the most effective tools Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Newall uses to enhance the body’s contours, a new study shows it may also reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

Presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgery annual conference of 2011, the study revealed that liposuction patients experienced a reduction in triglyceride levels and white blood cell counts. Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood which the body uses for energy. While triglycerides are needed for good health, excessively high levels of this fat can raise the risk of heart disease.

The study measured the triglyceride and cholesterol levels of 322 patients who were undergoing liposuction and/or a tummy tuck. While triglyceride levels remained unchanged for those who had normal levels before surgery, patients who had elevated triglyceride levels (greater than or equal to 150 mg/dl) prior to surgery experienced a 43 percent reduction in triglyceride levels after surgery. This result is approximately twice the effect that is achieved with a drug that is commonly used to improve triglyceride levels.

In addition to a reduction in triglyceride levels, the study found that white blood cells decreased by an average of 11 percent after liposuction. High white blood cell counts have been linked to coronary heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension.

The study author, plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Swanson, noted that these findings suggest that subcutaneous fat that is found beneath the skin may have more metabolic significance and a stronger link to heart disease and diabetes than was previously thought. The visceral fat that surrounds the organs has long been considered to have the most direct link to these medical conditions.

While the study sheds light on the positive impact liposuction can have on the health, the body contouring procedure should not be considered a substitute for medications that are prescribed to reduce triglyceride levels.

8-Oct-11 9:00 PM

Curves Ahead - The Comeback of the Curvy Figure

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Thu, 12 May 2011 21:00:00 GMT

Curves are making a comeback thanks to such high profile actresses as Mad Men’s Christina Hendricks, Kim Kardashian, and singer Beyonce. But while this trend may be new for American women, Houston plastic surgeon and native Latin American Dr. German Newall says Latin Americans and Europeans have always prized feminine curves.

South American women, he said, are more concerned about having curves throughout the body, whereas the ideal in America tends to be more of a top heavy, slim-hipped figure. But with famously curvaceous celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez and Scarlett Johansson in the media spotlight, procedures to recontour and increase the buttocks through fat grafting are on the rise in America. Statistics published by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery showed butt augmentations increased by 37.3 percent in 2009.

Dr. Newall says the trend reflects what he has always considered his body contouring goal, one that was influenced by his Latin American upbringing: to create a well-proportioned frame while enhancing feminine curves. Though he is considered an expert at performing large-volume liposuction to remove up to 22 pounds of fat, he makes an effort to preserve pleasing aesthetic proportions and contours, rather than focusing solely on fat removal. Selectively removing the fat allows the surgeon to reduce bulk where it is undesired while leaving behind right amount to achieve an ideal feminine or masculine shape.

“What attracts a males to females is what males do not have: curves, “ said the doctor, who left his native Peru at age 18 to attend medical school in the United States, and later received his plastic surgery training in Houston. “The concept of making a female more boyish looking by removing her natural curves is the wrong approach. The eye perceives beauty as a proportional whole.”

Women of the 1950s and 1960s would have agreed, at a time when the physical ideal was represented by such voluptuous film stars Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren, the Italian actress who declared, “Everything you see, I owe to spaghetti.” This trend began to shift in the late 1960s when English model Twiggy, with her 5’6”, 91-pound frame ushered in an era of runways and fashion magazines featuring models with straight hips and fat-free frames. Though some received their thin figures due to genetics, for others it was the result of extreme calorie restriction.

The comeback of the hourglass figure represents a more attainable goal for many women, allowing them to embrace their natural curves while pursing a more balanced approach to exercise and diet.

12-May-11 4:00 PM

Houston Plastic Surgeon German Newall to Appear on Extreme Glamour Show

Sherri Roberts Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMT

Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall has caught the eye of television producers at Telemundo, the Spanish language television network. Program producers at the network invited Dr. Newall to be the cosmetic plastic surgeon expert on the show Extreme Glamour (Glamour Extremo), a half-hour program which will be aired once a week throughout the United States and all of Latin America.

The show features a panel that includes a fashion stylist, makeup artist, and nutritionist who contribute their expertise to help transform the appearance of a selected individual. On the program, Dr. Newall is interviewed by two female hosts who question him about various cosmetic plastic surgery procedures.

“The whole purpose of this is to inform the general public of what can be done cosmetically on every part of the body-what to look for, who to see, and what to avoid-from the perspective of a board certified plastic surgeon,” said Dr. Newall.

Dr. Newall, who left his native Peru after graduating from high school to study medicine and become a plastic surgeon in the United States, draws patients from all around the world for his transformative body contouring skill. The surgeon is widely respected for his masterful ability to restore a more attractive appearance and proportions to the body through procedures that include large-volume liposuction and combination tummy tuck / liposuction surgery.

In polls conducted by H Magazine, Houston-area physicians have repeatedly named Dr. Newall one of the city’s top plastic surgeons to whom they would send family and friends. In addition, a 2010 Goldline Research study published in Forbes magazine listed Dr. Newall as one of the leading plastic surgeons in the nation.

24-Apr-11 0:00 AM

The Rise of the Butt Lift

Sherri Roberts Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:00:00 GMT

His ability to transform a flawed human body into a work of art draws patients from as far away as Europe, South America, and Asia. Throughout his career, Houston plastic surgeon Dr. German Newall, who has won numerous honors and awards for his artistic and technical skill as a plastic surgeon, has seen female body contour trends slowly shift away from a thin, straighter proportions to those that are more curvaceous.

In contrast to a decade ago, "Sculpting of the body has broadened far beyond fat removal, Increasingly patients are requesting fat grafts to accentuate the body in a more curvaceous fashion, said Dr. Newall, who is a founding partner at one of the largest private cosmetic plastic surgery practices in Texas, The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery (ACPS).

In particular, demand for a fuller, shapelier rear view has exploded in recent years thanks to the famously curvaceous backsides of celebrities Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, and Beyonce. As a result, procedures to lift and augment the buttocks are one of the top 10 trend predictions for 2011, according to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Buttocks augmentation surgery has the dual benefit of allowing surgeons to add volume to the buttocks with fat that has been liposuctioned from other areas of the body where it is undesired. Though implants are sometimes used to create a fuller look, this method has a high rate of infection and implant extrusion, making it an undesirable solution to many.

ACPS surgeons developed a process which allows them to inject a higher volume of fat in a greatly reduced amount of time than is possible with other methods of fat grafting to the buttocks. The technique has significantly advanced the results that can be achieved in buttocks enhancement surgery.

In the fat grafting process, Dr. Newall strategically layers lattices of grafted fat next to live tissue to enhance the survival rate of the grafts, which varies among patients. The procedure gives the buttocks a shapelier profile, creating a soft, rounded look that appears completely natural.

31-Mar-11 10:00 AM

A beautiful 2 for 1. A more Attractive Face and Body Through a Single Procedure: Liposuction and Fat Grafting

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT

Imagine emerging from a single procedure with not only a newly resculpted and proportioned body, but a more rejuvenated face, as well. Dr. Newall is seeing a surge in the number of patients taking liposuction procedures a step further to include fat grafitng enhancement using the fat removed through liposuction.

"Instead of throwing out that precious fat, use it to rejuvenate the face and enhance certain areas of the body," said ACPS surgeon Dr. German Newall, who often performs the procedure in conjunction with large-volume liposuction.

After completing liposuction to the desired areas, doctors can then take the fat that has been removed, purify it, and inject it into areas of the body where fullness and wrinkle reduction are desired. It is often used to restore a more youthful appearance to the face by filling in facial lines and folds, adding plumpness to the lips and cheeks, and softening hollowness and lines around the eyes. Fat can also be used to resculpt the buttocks to give them a more lifted, projected profile, a procedure that is popularly known as a "Brazilian Butt Lift."

Non-surgical procedures using BOTOX®Cosmetic, Dysport™, and hyaluronic acid-based fillers such as Juvederm™, Restylane®, and Perlane® have long been among the most commond methods to combat the signs of facial aging. Their lasting popularity is due to the fact that they can be performed quickly in an office visity, and they require little to no downtime. Typically they are completed in less than an hour, and their effects are immediate.

Though a fat grafting procedure requires more initial cost and downtime, the potential longevity of its results make it a more attractive option to many individuals. In addition, because the fat is harvested from the body, there is no risk of an allergic reaction, though that risk is statistically small with injectables.

4-Mar-11 8:00 AM

Quick Recovery Facelift Provides Excellent Rejuvenation with Drastically Reduced Downtime

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 21:00:00 GMT

Award-winning Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. German Newall has implemented an advanced method of performing facelifts that will have patients socializing and back-to-work in just 7-10 days compared to the 4-6 weeks required by the typical facelift. Though the procedure produces comparable results to most standard facelift methods, it produces minimal bruising and a significantly speedier recovery.

Called a deep plane facelift, the surgery requires minimal dissection of the skin while still allowing the surgeon to tighten the deeper facial tissues and muscles to give the face a more uplifted and youthful appearance. Tension is put on the deeper facial planes to avoid placing excessive tension on the outer layers of the face, so that bruising is greatly minimized.

Newall said a shorter recovery period is becoming a trend for cosmetic surgery procedures. “As people are more active in their social lives and their work, they have less time available for facial operations. It is imperative that the procedure allows excellent rejuvenation and a prompt recovery.” The Quick Recovery Facelift meets that requirement and works well for the majority of people, he said.

Patient response to the procedure has been exceedingly positive, said the surgeon. “They have been in awe of how quickly they were able to return to their daily routine.” The youthful results from a facelift typically last anywhere from 8-10 years.

2-Feb-11 3:00 PM

Combination Body Contouring Procedure Achieves Dramatic Results Less Invasively

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT

In his nearly 20 years of experience as a plastic surgeon, Houston physician Dr. German Newall, says that one of the procedures he has found to be the most effective at reshaping the body is a combination liposuction/abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) procedure. The results are often comparable to a more extensive body lift procedure, but the combination procedure has the advantage of being less costly and has a shorter and more comfortable recovery period, he said. While a patient who has an abdominoplasty/liposculpture procedure is typically able to resume a normal routine in 10-14 days, body lift surgery requires a longer recovery period of approximately four weeks.

“ For most individuals the removal of excess loose skin is required only in the abdominal area, which is accomplished through an abdominoplasty, while lipocontouring alone is sufficient to reshape the rest of the body,” said Dr. Newall. A tummy tuck restores a smooth, flat contour to an abdomen that has developed a loose, flabby appearance due to pregnancy, weight gain or loss, or genetic tendencies. Liposuction is employed to further reshape the body by removing excess fat from areas such as the waist, hips, thighs, and buttocks.

Dr. Newall said his typical patient has done everything in his/her power to lose weight, but has had little success because of genetic tendencies and inherent body shape. And patient response to the changes?

“They are overwhelmed with joy. “

Husbands who were previously opposed to the procedure, says Dr. Newall, often come to him afterward and relate that it was the best thing that ever happened to them. The changes to the body often produce a positive boost in self-confidence and self-image that impacts their relationship positively, as well.

28-Dec-10 10:00 AM

Houston Plastic Surgeon German Newall is a Large-Volume Liposuction Expert

Sherri Lopez - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT

German Newall has developed a special body contouring niche in his practice: high volume liposuction. In the procedure, he removes up to 22 pounds of fat along with excess skin tissue to reduce bulk and transform the body’s shape.

Because of the dramatic results the procedure can achieve, the misconception exists that it requires a long period of time to recover, said Dr. Newall. But in actuality most individuals can be back to their normal routines within 3-10 days depending on the extensiveness of the liposuction. If combined with a tummy tuck / abdominoplasty to flatten and smooth the tummy, the recovery time is lengthier, requiring 10-14 days.

With nearly 20 years of experience performing the procedure, Dr. Newall has developed safety parameters that allow him to successfully perform what is considered an aggressive procedure by many surgeons. The research he has accumulated through experience and research has been published in respected plastic surgery journals including the Aesthetic Surgery Journal. The journal awarded him its acclaimed “Best Published Aesthetic Surgery Journal Article of 2008” for his research related to high-risk aesthetic surgery.

The Houston plastic surgeon has lectured extensively on large-volume liposuction and body contouring to national plastic surgeon groups throughout the globe. His emphasis on safety along with his artistic abilities to resculpt the body draws hundreds of new patients each year to his practice, many of whom have been referred by other patients.

Most of these patients, approximately 85 percent, maintain their new shape, said Dr. Newall, who tells patients, “I can change your shape, but you have to maintain it.” The incentive is overwhelming for them to practice healthier lifestyle habits, he said, because they don’t want to go back to their old ways.

28-Dec-10 10:00 AM

High Risk Suction Assisted Lipotectomy: Preoperative Considerations & Management

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:00:00 GMT

Dr. German Newall, Dr. Amado Ruiz, Dr. Henry Mentz, Dr. Christopher Patronella

MATERIALS AND METHODS: The 120 patients operated upon by the lead author are part of the private practice of the Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery in Houston, TX. The study includes the period of January 1998 to December 2003. The longest follow-up was 4 years; the shortest was 9 months. Ages ranged from 19 to 65 years. Ninety percent of the patients were female. Due to pre-operative conditions and other associated factors such as age, excessive weight, and daily medications used, patients were considered by the surgeon and the anesthesia team to be high-risk candidates for these procedures. Patients were all ASA I–II, with realistic expectations and a willingness to change old habits. TECHNIQUE Pre-operative markings were done in a standing position. General endotracheal anesthesia was administered. After the patient was safely intubated and hydration was stabilized by monitoring vitals signs, urine output was controlled by placement of a Foley catheter. Maintenance of body temperature was achieved using warm, humidified, inhaled oxygen and inhaled anesthetics. In addition, warm air by convection with either a “Bair Nugger” or “Warm Touch” system, and a heating pad on the bed were provided. After induction, patients received an intravenous bolus of Decadron. Tumescent infiltration was performed with Klein solution, which allows increased fat extraction and minimal blood loss. A “super wet” technique is preferred by the author, with a 1:1 ratio of infiltrate to aspirate. Suction lipectomy was performed with a conventional machine using 4 and 5mm blunt cannulas. Post-op care involved home visits by an experienced nurse following the day of discharge. A 23-hour, onsite observation period was mandatory in cases over 5 liters. Patient received SinEcch (Homeopathic Arnica Montana) one day prior to surgery, and up to 3 days post-op, to reduce bruising. Compression garments were used for 4–6 weeks. Aggressive body massage was administered once a week for the first month after surgery.

RESULTS: Key points in the management of these patients: > Trans-operative intermittent compression stockings > Trans-operative and post-operative heating devices > Patient positioning with unique padded areas > Use of anti-embolic stockings post-op for 48 hours > Use of patient-controlled pain relief systems (PCA pump) in the post-operative period > Body temperature stringently maintained at 37° Celsius Our results indicate an average of 3–4 hours of operating time, with an average volumen of 5 liters and a range of 1.5–14 liters.

COMPLICATIONS: The most common complication was seroma formation, followed by infection (less than 0.1%), and localized skin necrosis (patchy abdomen). We had transient pulmonary edema due to fluid overload (2 cases), which responded to intravenous administration of Furosemide and required 23 hours of close observation. We have not had a case of pulmonary embolus, which we prevent with the use of intermittent compression stockings. Blood loss has not being significant enough to require transfusions. In addition, we have not had Lidocaine toxicity, fat emboli, or intraabdominal viscus perforations (which have been reported to cause general sepsis and death). We believe this can be prevented by performing a careful evaluation for hernias before surgery, coupled with the use of blunt suction cannulas. Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) was the most serious complication encountered (4.3%). The incidence of DVT was equal to the one reported in the literature. Patients were transferred from the outpatient facility to the hospital and received anti-coagulation treatment. This study indicated the need to develop a new postoperative protocol and start a prospective study to assess the risk management in the future care of these patients.

Final recommendations based on results of this study: > Adequate patient selection (ASA I or II of the anesthesia risk classification) > Use of a hospital or fully certified outpatient facility > Experienced O.R. team with board-certified anesthesiologists and Registered Nurses on staff > Pre-operative internal medicine consultation is recommended if a volumen of more than 6 liters is anticipated. > Strict Fluid Management: • Foley catheter in all patients • Strict balance of input/output • Robert’s Formula for fluid replacement • Warm tumescent fluid to 37° C before infusion. • Overnight stay for aspirate greater than 5 liters > Use of heating devices and warm, humidified, inhaled oxygen > Use of antibiotics pre- and post-operatively > Close and strict post-op follow-up: • Frequent visits • Experienced visiting nurses > Strict monitoring of body temperature during and after surgery is of paramount importance to prevent significant complications.

CONCLUSION: This study covers the clinical experience of 120 patients considered to be high-risk candidates for abdominoplasty and suction-assisted lipectomy. The authors believe that with careful selection of patients and the technical considerations described herein, these procedures can be performed safely and reliably and can be undertaken by a competent, experienced plastic surgeon.

REFERENCES: 1. Umeda T., Ohara, H., Hayashi, O., Ueki, Masato and Hata Y.: “Toxic Shock Syndrome after Suction Lipectomy” Plast. Reconstr Surg. 106:204, July 2000

14-Apr-10 5:00 PM

Dr. Newall Published by Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMT

A RESTROSPECITVE STUDY ON THE USE OF A LOWMOLECULAR-WEIGHT HEPARIN FOR THROMBOEMBOLISM PROPHYLAXIS IN LARGE-VOLUME LIPOSUCTION AND BODY CONTOURING PROCEDURES

Dr. German Newall, Dr. Amado Ruiz-Razura, Dr. Henry Mentz, Dr. Christopher Patronella, Dr Fracis Ibarra and Dr. Alberto Zarak. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, Volume 30, Number 1, January/February 2006

Dr. Newall was honored to have his research published in the distinguished Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, the official journal of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

This study was a retrospective study designed to evaluate the effectiveness of using low-molecular-weight heparin as a prophylaxis for preventing venous trhomboembolism and deep venous thrombosis (DVT) during recovery phase of large volume liposuction and/or multi-area body contouring procedures. Over 291 patients were studied over an 18 month period. The results show a 0% incidence of DVT and pulmonary embolisms among those patients who received the heparin prophylacticly. This publication represents the first report that describes the use of heparin in aesthetic surgery for high-risk patients. Dr. Newall is optimistic that this study and these results will change the postoperative regimen in high-risk aesthetic surgery cases and significantly improve the safety of these procedure to all patients in this category.

To read this study in its entirety visit www.SpringerLink.com.

14-Apr-10 3:00 PM

The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery Featured in Houston Style Magazine

Dan Keeney - noemail@drnewall.com — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Houston Style Magazine featured The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery's research initiatives in its February 7, 2008 edition. The story focused on important research findings from the ACPS Center for Clinical Research and Plastic Surgery Education:

13-Feb-08 10:00 AM

Dr. Newall's 2007 Newsletter

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 04:00:00 GMT


RENEW	www.DrNewall.com
An informative e-newsletter compliments of The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery	Volume 1 - Summer 2007

What’s new in Cosmetic Surgery?

The big story in cosmetic surgery today is the FDA’s approval of Silicone Breast Implants after they were pulled from the market 14 years ago. Both the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the two largest and most respected plastic surgery membership organizations, applauded the FDA’s decision.

There are two manufacturers who received an “approval by conditions” letter by the FDA, Allergan Corporation and Mentor Corporation. Both companies have been conducting long-term trials to prove the safety and effectiveness of silicone gel-filled implants. The “approval by conditions” means the implants were FDA approved on the condition that Allergan and Mentor meet several requirements including continuing their implant study through the next 10 years (see http://www.breastimplantsafety.org/ImplantOptions/trials.php for more about these and other FDA conditions).

ASPS statistics page shows 383,886 women elected to have a breast augmentation procedure in 2006. The addition of silicone implants will give women more choices over what goes into their body. When considering the Breast Augmentation or Breast Reconstruction procedures, be sure to ask you surgeon about the differences between saline and silicone so that you may make a well informed decision. ASPS and ASAPS have set up a joint website to help the public understand their choices and make a better informed decision, www.breastimplantsafety.org.

Greetings to everyone and thank you for taking the time to read this first addition of my newsletter. These email newsletters are designed to keep you informed of what’s going on in the field of plastic surgery and what’s new in my practice. It is my hope that you find these newsletters valuable.

The Surgeon

Patient Coordinator

The Philosophy

Credentials

Consultation

Added Touch

Don't Settle for Less

Before & Afters

Body Liposculpture with Tummy Tuck as an Alternative to Fully Body Lift.

A full body lift is the procedure of removing excess skin and fat from the belly, hips, buttocks and thighs. This procedure requires an incision around the entire waist and the removal of a “belt” of skin. Then the skin is pull and sutured together. This may be the best choice for some patients but many patients are finding that a combination of the procedures Liposculpture and Tummy Tuck are a better alternative.

Liposculpture is liposuction of specific areas to create a desired look. A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) is the procedure of tightening the muscles of the abdominal wall and the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle to lower abdomen. For the right candidate, this combination of procedures can achieve a better final appearance with half the scarring.

Dr. Newall has spent years perfecting this technique and is a recognized authority in the plastic surgery community. Recently Dr. Newall has presented this hot topic at national and international plastic surgery meetings. According to Dr. Newall, “This innovative technique achieves great retraction of skin without such invasive techniques as circumferential body lifts therefore cutting recovery time and reducing scarring as well as making it more accessible to the general population.”

Not everybody is a candidate but certainly many people will benefit from it. To learn more or to view before and after photos visit www.drnewall.com.

Face Lift or Soft Tissue Fillers?

The effects of aging occur gradually and many who suffer from the effects of age on the face find themselves in the position where they are not quite ready for a facelift but desire some improvement. Modern medicine has responded with several non-surgical answers to this dilemma. For over 20 years women and men alike have relied on BOTOX to reduce facial wrinkles, one of the most common signs of age. Today there are a range of what are called soft tissue fillers that are injected into wrinkles and/or hollow areas of the face to give it back the fullness it once had.

As the years have passed, new and better fillers have hit the market. Some of the more popular ones today include:

Hyaluronic acid which included Restylane® and Juvéderm™. Collagen Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®) Polyactate (Sculptra®) In addition to BOTOX® and the soft tissue fillers mentioned above fat grafting is another great way of restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking face. Fat grafting is the process of harvesting your own fat cells from one area of your body and transplanting those cells to another. Although this process is very safe and there is no risk of an allergic reaction, the number of fat cell that survives the transplant can be a bit unpredictable. However, for many the use of one’s own tissue is an appealing alternative to the fillers listed above.

When considering any of the procedures listed above remember that each product is different in its chemical make-up, longevity and cost. Your surgeon can educate you on their differences and help you make the best choice.

These fillers are the simplest and least expensive method of re-contouring the face but are not a replacement for a facelift. These fillers can be used for smoothing out wrinkles, giving you fuller lips, correcting hollowness around the eyes or cheeks, smoothing out the jaw line, and correcting a deep furrow.

ACPS’s Medical Spa Spot:
Laser Hair Reduction is now for Everyone:

Laser hair reduction has been around for over 30 years. Laser hair removal works by causing localized damage to dark target matter. Basically the dark matter (or melanin in the hair follicle) absorbs the light energy better then the lighter matter. Early lasers worked best when there was a large differentiation between the skin tone and the hair color. Pale individuals with light hair and dark skinned individuals were not good candidates for laser hair reduction.
The introduction of the long pulse Nd:YAG lasers with its longer pulsewidths and wavelengths have made it possible to treat patients with darker skin tones and those who have but a small differentiation in skin tone to hair color. Please note that hair with no melanin is still not treatable nor does the Nd:YAG technology offer “permanent hair removal”.

Lasers built for the purpose of hair reduction can only penetrate 2 millimeters deep into the skin. The majority of the dermal papilla, the only structure of the hair that can reproduce a new root system, is found approximately 4-7 millimeters deep. Therefore, given enough time most if not all hair will return. The Food and Drug Administration acknowledges that there is currently no hair removal procedure that is permanent and will not permit the use of the term “permanent removal”. Anyone claiming otherwise should be approached with skepticism. The FDA has approved a few lasers to claim “permanent reduction”. These few lasers have proven their superior hair reduction efficacy to the FDA and have been certified to make that claim.

At ACPS we are proud to own two Nd:YAG lasers approved by the FDA to claim “permanent reduction”. The Candela corporation’s Gentle:YAG is among the safest and most efficacious lasers on the market. Whether you are fair skinned, dark skinned or well tanned, the GentleYAG can eliminate your need for shaving or waxing. It’s suitable for the delicate small areas like the upper lip and the large areas of a man’s back.

Swimsuit weather is approaching fast. The time is now to begin your treatments. Download and print the coupon below to receive $300 off your next treatment or package. We have two locations to serve you. One coupon per patient. To make an appointment call (713) 799-9999.

Please visit Dr. Germán Newall's website or The Aesthetic Center For Plastic Surgery website for further information.

For additional information on this Newsletter article, please contact:

Jeremy Hartling
(713) 799-9999
jhartling@iapc.net

Source: Jeremy Hartling
http://www.mybeautifulbody.com

5-Jun-07 11:00 PM

MyBeautifulBody.com Newsletter 8-May-07

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 08 May 2007 21:00:00 GMT

Greetings to everyone and thank you for taking the time to read this first addition of the ACPS newsletter. These email newsletters are designed to keep you informed of what’s going on in the field of plastic surgery, what’s new in my practice and most importantly, strengthen the bond between myself and my patients. It is my hope that you find these newsletters valuable.

What's new in Cosmetic Surgery?

The big story in cosmetic surgery today is the FDA's approval of Silicone Breast Implants after they were pulled from the market 14 years ago. Both theAmerican Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the two largest and most respected plastic surgery membership organizations, applauded the FDA’s decision.

There are two manufactures who received an “approval by conditions” letter by the FDA, Allergan Corporation and Mentor Corporation. Both companies have been conducting long-term trials to prove the safety and effectiveness of silicone gel-filled implants. The “approval by conditions” means the implants were FDA approved on the condition that Allergan and Mentor meet several requirements including continuing their implant study through the next 10 years (see www.breastimplantsafety.org/ImplantOptions/trials.php for more about these and other FDA conditions).

ASPS statistics page shows 383,886 women elected to have a breast augmentation procedure 2006. The addition of silicon implants will give women more choices over what goes into their body. When considering the Breast Augmentation or Breast Reconstruction procedures, be sure to ask you surgeon about the differences between saline and silicone so that you may make a well informed decision. ASPS and ASAPS have set up a joint website to help the public understand their choices and make a better informed decision, www.breastimplantsafety.org

Body Liposculpture with Tummy Tuck as an Alternative to Fully Body Lift

Dr. Newall has spent years perfecting this technique and is a recognized authority in the plastic surgery community. Recently Dr. Newall has presented this hot topic at national and international plastic surgery meetings. According to Dr. Newall, "This innovative technique achieves great retraction of skin without such invasive techniques as circumferential body lifts therefore cutting recovery time and reducing scarring as well as making it more accessible to the general population."

Not everybody is a candidate but certainly many people will benefit from it. To learn more or to view before and after photos visit www.drnewall.com.

Face Lift or Soft Tissue Fillers?

The effects of aging occur gradually and many who suffer from the effects of age on the face find themselves in the position where they are not quite ready for a facelift but desire some improvement. Modern medicine has responded with several non-surgical answers to this dilemma. For over 20 years women and men alike have relied on BOTOX® to reduce facial wrinkles, one of the most common signs of age. Today there are a range of what are called soft tissue fillers that are injected into wrinkles and/or hallow areas of the face to give it back the fullness it once had.

As the years have passed, new and better fillers have hit the market. Some of the more popular ones today include:

Hyaluronic acid which included Restylane® and Juvéderm™
Collagen
Calcium hydroxylapatite (Radiesse®)
Polyactate (Sculptra®)

In addition to BOTOX® and the soft tissue fillers mentioned above fat grafting is another great way of restoring a smoother, more youthful-looking face. Fat grafting is the process of harvesting your own fat cells from one area of your body and transplanting those cells to another. Although this process is very safe and there is no risk of an allergic reaction, the number of fat cell that survives the transplant can be a bit unpredictable. However, for many the use of one’s own tissue is an appealing alternative to the fillers listed above.

ACPS’s Medical Spa Spot:

Laser Hair Reduction is now for Everyone

The introduction of the long pulse Nd:YAG lasers with its longer pulsewidths and wavelengths have made it possible to treat patients with darker skin tones and those who have but a small differentiation in skin tone to hair color. Please not that hair with no melanin is still not treatable nor does the Nd:YAG technology offer “permanent hair removal”.

8-May-07 4:00 PM

The FDA Approval of Silicone Breast Implants

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 08 May 2007 16:00:00 GMT

What’s new in Cosmetic Surgery?

The FDA Approval of Silicone Breast Implants

8-May-07 11:00 AM

Laser Hair Reduction is Now For Everyone

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 08 May 2007 16:00:00 GMT

ACPS’s Medical Spa Spot:
Laser Hair Reduction is now for Everyone:

Lasers built for the purpose of hair reduction can only penetrate 2 millimeters deep into the skin. The majority of the dermal papilla, the only structure of the hair that can reproduce a new root system, is found approximately 7 millimeters deep. Therefore, given enough time most if not all hair will return. The Food and Drug Administration acknowledges that there is currently no hair removal procedure that is permanent and will not permit the use of the term “permanent removal”. Anyone claiming otherwise should be approached with skepticism. The FDA has approved a few lasers to claim “permanent reduction”. These few lasers have proven their superior hair reduction efficacy to the FDA and have been certified to make that claim.

Swimsuit weather is approaching fast. The time is now to begin your treatments. Print the coupon below and receive $300 off your next treatment or package. We have two locations to serve you. One coupon per patient. To make an appointment call (713) 799-9999.

8-May-07 11:00 AM

Body Liposculpture with Tummy Tuck as an Alternative to Full Body Lift

Jeremy Hartling - noemail@drnewall.com — Tue, 08 May 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Body Liposculpture with Tummy Tuck as an Alternative to Fully Body Lift

Not everybody is a candidate but certainly many people will benefit from it. To learn more or to view liposuction before and after photos visit www.drnewall.com.

8-May-07 11:00 AM

H Texas Magazine: Super Docs

The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery - noemail@drnewall.com — Fri, 24 Jun 2005 14:00:00 GMT

Doctors are very special people. Whether filling our cavities or treating a deadly disease, our doctors are our heroes, the ones who patch us up and make us feel better. In the Hippocratic oath, it says: "Where there is love of human kind, there is also love of the art of medicine."

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Charles Bailey, M.D.,

F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S

Dr. Bailey has practiced plastic surgery in Houston since 1973 and is recognized as a skilled physician and surgeon not only among his patients but also his distinguished peers. The positions and offices he holds and has held in the medical community reflect the trust and respect his colleagues have in his integrity and honesty as a person. His outstanding reputation has resulted in appointments by the State of Texas to the Texas Medical Disclosure Panel, appointments by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas to the Supreme Court Jury Task Force and the presidency of the Texas Medical Association.

Dr. Bailey is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the National Board of Medical Examiners with honors in Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Pediatrics. His past and present professional affiliations include the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS); the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS); Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS); Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS); President, Texas Medical Association; President, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons; President, Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons; President, Harris County Medical Society; President, Houston Academy of Medicine; Texas Delegate, American Medical Association; Member, Houston Surgical Society.

"As the son of a physician, I learned early in my career to put the interests of my patient first while focusing on the latest advances in cosmetic surgery. This dedication and concern for my patients is the cornerstone of my practice. I believe that communication between surgeon and patient is essential to a successful surgical result. While my 30 years of experience as a physician, prestigious board certifications and professional appointments have contributed to my successful career, it is the care and concern I have for my patients that remains my greatest achievement.

"If you are considering plastic surgery, make sure you select an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who cares about your specific needs and will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision."

Paul F. Fortes, M.D.,

F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S

Dr. Fortes is double board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and by the American Board of Surgery. In addition to his prestigious board certifications, Dr. Fortes is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS), a member of the Harris County Medical Society, a member of the American Medical Association, a member of the Texas Medical Association, a member of the Texas Society for Plastic Surgeons a member of the Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons, and selected to be a member of the exclusive Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.

"My basic philosophy has always been to give my patients the information they need to make the best decision regarding their appearance goals. An informed patient is keenly aware of the procedure she or he may be interested in and is aware of the risk involved with surgery. Informed patients seek to understand exactly how their new look will be accomplished and take an active part in helping to verbalize what they expect from surgery. Informed patients have realistic expectations and recognize that any surgical procedure will require an adequate recovery time.

"Patients deserve a natural result that compliments their unique features while improving self-esteem. You can be assured that I maintain the highest standards of patient care and that together we can help you achieve your appearance goats.

"It is my mission to achieve the highest level of success for my patients. A youthful appearance with minimal detectability is my No. 1 priority. While some plastic surgeons seek to please patients and themselves by telling the patient what they think they need, I prefer to work with my patients to give them a professional and honest evaluation of the surgical procedure they are considering. I never lose sight of the importance of safety while working with my patients and my responsibility to provide the best pre- and post-operative care available."

Henry A. Mentz, III, M.D.,

P.A., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S

Dr. Mentz has dedicated the last 15 years of his career in medicine to the art and science of aesthetic plastic surgery. He is the first surgeon in the United States to hold all three of the following board certifications: the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS). Triple board certification means that Dr. Mentz has worked with many of the pioneers in three cosmetic areas, the face, breast and body, and has been inspired by their ingenuity and creative genius. Secondly, this extensive and broad base of aesthetic training creates an abundance of treatment alternatives, blending traditional surgical strategies with sophisticated and unique alternatives. This Leads to specifically customized treatments for each patient goal and ensures keen attention to every detail and request. Dr. Ments goals are lasting improvement and balanced beautification. His quest for perfection is seen in his work and appreciated by his patients.

"I work very hard to ensure that my patients get the maximum benefit from surgery and that they are cared for in a safe and professional manner."

The media have recognized him locally and nationally on radio, television, and in print. Dr. Mentz attends many meetings and lectures nationally and internationally. In addition to his many speaking engagements and seminars, Dr. Mentz is on the teaching staff at two major residency programs in Houston . He has presented and written articles for major plastic surgery associations and has recently completed an extensive chapter on new facelift techniques. He is the inventor of abdominal etching, a liposuction technique used to create an athletic or "rippled" abdomen. Dr. Mentz has traveled with other medical professionals to San Jose to deliver surgical services to underprivileged children in Mexico, Latin America and South America born with cleft lips and palates.

His past and present professional appointments include the presidency of Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has awarded Dr. Mentz with a certificate of Advanced Education in Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Mentz has also received physician recognition awards from the American Society o f Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and the American Medical Association. Dr. Mentz has trained with the inventor of the breast implant and currently is active on two major breast implant research teams. He is a chief investigator for Isologen, a natural product used to eliminate wrinkles.

German Newall, M.D.,;

F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S

Dr. Newall is on of Houston 's leading plastic surgeons. He is board certified by the prestigious American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), which because of their high standards, is one of the most rigorous of boards to be accepted as a surgeon. Furthermore, Dr. Newall holds memberships in the following esteemed plastic surgery organizations: the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS), the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, (ISAPS), Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS), Fellow, International College of Surgeons (FICS), American Association Fellow, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).

In addition to his prestigious inclusion in the most recognized boards in the United States and the world, Dr. Newall's contributions to the aesthetic field have been extensive, especially in the areas of facial rejuvenation and breast and body contouring. As a respected authority on liposuction, Dr. Newall has advanced important research into the development of safer, more effective techniques for liposuction. Dr. Newall has refined his technique in liposculpture, abdominal etching and high volume liposuction by utilizing smatter mini canulas to address specific problem areas and sculpt them in a more proportional and aesthetic way.

<"I enjoy sharing the excitement of my patients as they see the results of my artistic approach to plastic surgery."

In the areas of facial rejuvenation his innovations in face lifting, eyelift and brow sculpting have allowed a much faster healing with minimal recovery time. Because of his recent innovative techniques, he has been asked to present his results nationally and internationally using his skill and experience to educate other surgeons interested in perfecting his technique. As a founding partner of The Aesthetic Center For Plastic Surgery, Dr. Newall has contributed extensively to the comprehensive approach to plastic surgery white offering his patients the best care possible by blending the artistic skill he possesses with a professional and caring manner. He has moderated and served on a number of panels tasked with the responsibility of developing the latest techniques

In plastic surgery, Dr. Newall has authored scientific publications, appeared on local and international TV programs and been interviewed on local radio stations.

Christopher K. Patronella,

M.D., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S

Dr. Patronella is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. He also has the prestigious honor of being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), elected in 1994 by a committee of his peers and colleagues for outstanding clinical care. He was also elected as a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons (FICS) in 1997. He maintains Active Membership status in the American Society for Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the Lipoplasty Society of North America and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, which enable him to stay current on the latest developments and technical advances in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. He has also been chosen for membership in the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, recognizing his expertise and experience in the field of cosmetic surgery. Membership for this society is awarded only to board certified plastic surgeons who demonstrate the additional interest and experience in cosmetic surgery, and can pass the scrutiny of welt-respected peers in this area of plastic surgery.

"My professional vision includes a comprehensive approach to plastic surgery that has allowed me to develop an expertise in liposculpture and advanced body contouring techniques including ultrasonic, mini canula and tumescent liposuction. In addition, I have received extensive training in the most advanced methods of facial rejuvenation, such as the deep plane facelift, endoscopic brow lift and UltraPulse CO2 laser facial skin resurfacing. "My philosophy is very basic. I want my patients to have the best possible result following surgery. Commitment is the cornerstone of my philosophy while care and concern are at the heart: a commitment to outstanding artistic achievements in plastic surgery that can only be achieved through experience and implementation of the latest plastic surgery techniques.

"The greatest compliment that I can receive from a patient is when they are so satisfied that they refer a friend or family member.

"While no plastic surgeon can promise perfection, I can promise a commitment to obtaining the best possible result for my patients. It is much easier for me to do my job when my patient is well informed and thoroughly understands the benefits and limitations of plastic surgery."

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