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Lee Thornton, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in oculoplastic and hand surgery. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Thornton brings more than 30 years of experience to Meridian Plastic Surgery, the skin care clinic, and the surgery center, all in Meridian, Mississippi. His areas of expertise include eyelid surgery, tear duct surgery, and facial reconstructive surgery.

Born and raised in Meridian, Dr. Thornton grew up in a medical family. After graduating with honors from the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi, Dr. Thornton worked as a laboratory instructor at Millsaps College Department of Biology in Jackson, Mississippi, before enrolling in medical school at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana.

During his time at Tulane, Dr. Thornton earned his Doctor of Medicine as well as his Master of Science in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, graduating at the top of his class. He then moved to Denver, Colorado, to start a community medicine internship at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora. Following his internship, Dr. Thornton gained acceptance into a highly competitive general surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Thornton completed five years of surgical training before earning a coveted plastic surgery training position at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Finally, he pursued an additional cosmetic and oculoplastic surgery fellowship at Paces Plastic Surgery Center in Atlanta.

Since finishing his training and earning his board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Thornton has served on the International Committee for the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), become a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), and was even selected to be one of the Medical Advisory Board Members for the Plastic Surgery Channel.

Dr. Thornton and his wife, Michelle, returned to Meridian in 1998 to launch Meridian Plastic Surgery. When he isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with Michelle and their four children, collecting guitars, and golfing.

Dr. Carl Williams was born in Gary Indiana and has been practicing medicine in Las Vegas for over thirty years and has made it a priority to make care, understanding, and validation the heart of his practice. He received his Medical Doctorate at the Indiana University School of Medicine and completed residencies and fellowships at Wayne State in Detroit, the University of Illinois, Chicago and Rush Presbyterian. He served an additional residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Illinois School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hand and microvascular surgery at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center. Dr. Williams is a skilled hand surgeon with his own private practice – Carl N. Williams, Jr. M.D. Hand and Plastic Surgery – in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was the first African American Plastic Surgery Resident in Chicago and the first African American Plastic Surgeon in the state of Nevada. He brought the first laser center to Las Vegas and introduced a multitude of lasers and their functionality to this area.

Dr. Carl Williams is triple board certified in plastic surgery, surgery of the hand and otolaryngology. He has served on the board of directors of many different hospitals as both a leader of surgery and advanced wound healing. He was a member of the plastic surgery faculty for two years in Chicago at the University of Illinois and continues to pass on his knowledge today by continuing as a clinical educator for both the UNLV School of Medicine and Touro University.

Dr. Williams holds active memberships in many professional organizations including the AMA, ASPS, ASSH, and ASA. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and has volunteered for many medical missions to Mexico, Guatemala, Samoa, Costa Rica, and the Philippines. He also participated in a medical exchange with China and Russia. Dr. Williams participated in a community outreach program that removed gang tattoos to give Las Vegas youth a chance to get out of that lifestyle. He has also contributed, as a reconstructive plastic surgeon, much needed assistance to victims of domestic violence. Dr. Williams also established the hand surgery department at UMC hospital and continues to take hand trauma call for four Las Vegas hospitals today.

Dr. Williams has observed that too many surgical facilities and cosmetic centers lack the ability to personalize the patient experience and build meaningful relationships with individuals. Rather than generalizing your treatment, Dr. Williams feels that establishing trust and understanding your unique traits help him customize your treatment plan and personalize the procedures for your care.

Early in his career, Dr. Williams began to expand his expertise and work in diverse fields to learn more about the characteristics of plastic and reconstructive surgery. He has served as the chief of surgery at North Vista Hospital, the chief of plastic surgery at the University Medical Center in Las Vegas and Mountain View Hospital, and has been on the medical executive committee at Valley Hospital. These leadership roles have helped him tailor his treatment setting to each patient’s needs and develop specific regimens for each procedure.

Dr. Williams currently serves as an associate professor at the Nevada School of Medicine and the Toro School of Medicine, sharing his treatment philosophy and emphasizing the importance of personalized patient experiences. 

Additionally, Dr. Williams holds three board certifications with the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Plastic Surgery with an emphasis in hand surgery, and the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Dr. Nandi Wijay was born and raised in Houston, Texas. Dr. Wijay serves patients all over Texas and the United States. Dr. Wijay offers aesthetic surgery with focus on body aesthetics.

He attended Clear Lake High School and the University of Texas at Austin, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry. Dr. Wijay attended medical school at The University of Texas Medical Branch and was then accepted to a six-year integrated plastic surgery residency program at The University of Texas Medical Branch.

Throughout his six-year residency, Dr. Wijay trained at multiple prestigious hospitals in the Houston area, including UTMB Galveston/League City, Shriners Hospital for Children Galveston/Houston, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and multiple community aesthetic practices. During his training, Dr. Wijay developed a special interest in aesthetic surgery, massive weight loss reconstruction and breast aesthetics.

Dr. Wijay is a person centered, compassionate surgeon who understands that plastic surgery can be a positive life-changing experience. Whether it’s reconstruction after massive weight loss, breast reconstruction after cancer, or a cosmetic makeover following pregnancy and childbirth, Dr. Wijay will take the time to understand each person’s situation and tailor his approach to meet the special needs of each patient. Dr. Wijay’s core values as a plastic surgeon are patient care, safety, and satisfaction.

Dr. Danielle Andry was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She attended St. Joseph’s Academy High School, a blue ribbon school of excellence. She went on to pursue a biological sciences degree at Louisiana State University, where she graduated summa cum laude on a full academic scholarship. She was then awarded a scholarship to the prestigious University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine in Dallas, Texas where she completed her medical doctorate. It was there that she found her passion for plastic surgery. While at UT Southwestern, she spent designated time with innovators in plastic surgery performing research and observing innovative plastic surgery techniques. Even as a medical student, she was praised by her surgical professors for demonstrating exceptional operative technique and clinical decision making and was noted to be a rising star in the plastic surgery community.

After obtaining her medical degree, she began her training in plastic surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center where she trained with specialists in breast reconstruction and aesthetic plastic surgery. She then moved to Houston, Texas to complete her plastic surgery residency with her husband at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. During her training at UTMB, she trained with innovators in body contouring, aesthetics, and general plastic surgery in both Galveston and Houston. 

She also received training at the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center for microsurgery and breast reconstruction, St. Joseph’s Medical Center for cosmetic surgery, Shriner’s Children’s Hospital for pediatric plastic surgery, and several aesthetic practices in the Houston area to refine her cosmetic surgery skills. During these years, she elevated her surgical skills and developed a special interest in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, vaginal rejuvenation, and body contouring procedures. Her mentors consistently evaluated her as being one of the top plastic surgery trainees with an excellent aesthetic eye, exceptional surgical skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

After completing her residency, she became one of the few women to start her own plastic surgery practice, The Oaks Plastic Surgery, in the heart of Houston, Texas. As a Houston female plastic surgeon, her mission is to serve the cosmetic and reconstructive needs of the people of Houston and surrounding areas with a personalized, high-end experience for each of her patients. Dr. Andry’s commitment to excellence can be seen in her attention to detail, care for her patients, and surgical results. She wants every patient experience to be exceptional and goes the extra mile to ensure her patients have the best possible results.

Although she enjoys many areas of both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, as a mother, she most enjoys helping women restore their bodies after childbirth through breast lift, abdominoplasty, and vaginal rejuvenation. She is also an advocate of fit and healthy lifestyles and enjoys helping patients complete their massive weight loss journeys through body contouring procedures. She enjoys fitness and yoga, as well as spending time with her husband, daughter, family, and friends. 

Dr. Danielle Andry was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She attended St. Joseph’s Academy High School, a blue ribbon school of excellence. She went on to pursue a biological sciences degree at Louisiana State University, where she graduated summa cum laude on a full academic scholarship. She was then awarded a scholarship to the prestigious University of Texas Southwestern School of Medicine in Dallas, Texas where she completed her medical doctorate. It was there that she found her passion for plastic surgery. While at UT Southwestern, she spent designated time with innovators in plastic surgery performing research and observing innovative plastic surgery techniques. Even as a medical student, she was praised by her surgical professors for demonstrating exceptional operative technique and clinical decision making and was noted to be a rising star in the plastic surgery community.

After obtaining her medical degree, she began her training in plastic surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center where she trained with specialists in breast reconstruction and aesthetic plastic surgery. She then moved to Houston, Texas to complete her plastic surgery residency with her husband at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. During her training at UTMB, she trained with innovators in body contouring, aesthetics, and general plastic surgery in both Galveston and Houston. 

She also received training at the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center for microsurgery and breast reconstruction, St. Joseph’s Medical Center for cosmetic surgery, Shriner’s Children’s Hospital for pediatric plastic surgery, and several aesthetic practices in the Houston area to refine her cosmetic surgery skills. During these years, she elevated her surgical skills and developed a special interest in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, vaginal rejuvenation, and body contouring procedures. Her mentors consistently evaluated her as being one of the top plastic surgery trainees with an excellent aesthetic eye, exceptional surgical skills, and meticulous attention to detail.

After completing her residency, she became one of the few women to start her own plastic surgery practice, The Oaks Plastic Surgery, in the heart of Houston, Texas. As a Houston female plastic surgeon, her mission is to serve the cosmetic and reconstructive needs of the people of Houston and surrounding areas with a personalized, high-end experience for each of her patients. Dr. Andry’s commitment to excellence can be seen in her attention to detail, care for her patients, and surgical results. She wants every patient experience to be exceptional and goes the extra mile to ensure her patients have the best possible results.

Although she enjoys many areas of both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, as a mother, she most enjoys helping women restore their bodies after childbirth through breast lift, abdominoplasty, and vaginal rejuvenation. She is also an advocate of fit and healthy lifestyles and enjoys helping patients complete their massive weight loss journeys through body contouring procedures. She enjoys fitness and yoga, as well as spending time with her husband, daughter, family, and friends. 

About Dr. Rick J. Smith

Rick J. Smith, MD, FACS, is an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon providing cosmetic procedures in East Lansing, Michigan, and the neighboring communities. Dr. Smith graduated with a degree in chemistry from Kalamazoo College and earned his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He then completed his residency in general and plastic surgery at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, before spending a year training with craniofacial expert Dr. Ian T. Jackson.

Dr. Smith started in practice as a cosmetic surgeon in 1993, gaining extensive experience in performing aesthetic surgeries such as facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and body contouring. As a result, he demonstrates an inspiring level of expertise, which he matches with his calm manner and sincere respect for his patients. His aim is to help his patients enhance their well-being by removing their insecurities and allowing them to live the lives they wish.

A prominent member of his profession, Dr. Smith is committed to developing his practice in line with advancements in technology and refinements in technique. He makes regular contributions to professional journals and travels widely to discuss new techniques in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery and is responsible for some notable advances in treatment and healing.

Dr. Smith is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society, and is one of only two Michigan members of The Rhinoplasty Society. He’s also an assistant professor at Michigan State University, regularly training surgical students on rotation. With his professional credentials and distinguished record of achievement, Dr. Smith helps his patients transform their lives for the better.

 

Mark Elliott, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. Certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American College of Phlebology, Dr. Elliott serves the community of Meridian, Mississippi, at both the skin care clinic and the surgery center of Meridian Plastic Surgery.

Growing up in Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Elliott was born when his father was completing his general surgery residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and his mother was finishing medical school. While a star athlete in high school, Dr. Elliott decided not to pursue a college basketball career and instead graduated magna cum laude from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 

Dr. Elliott has always been passionate about education, so his acceptance to Tulane Medical School in New Orleans, Louisiana, with an honors scholarship, is not surprising. Not only did he receive the prestigious anatomy award and the pathology award, but he was also one of just a handful of students selected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the medical honor society. Additionally, he served as the honor society president during his senior year of college.

At his medical school graduation, Dr. Elliott received the Isadore Dyar medal for finishing as the top graduate in his class. He also received the Oscar Creech Award as the top student in surgery.

Dr. Elliott decided to pursue a career in plastic surgery after scoring in the top 1% of applicants on his board certification exam following his five-year residency. He then entered the most renowned plastic surgery training program in the United States at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.

During his final year of training, Dr. Elliott earned the coveted title of chief resident before relocating to Meridian to join Lee Thornton, MD, at Meridian Plastic Surgery, where he has worked ever since.

While Meridian Plastic Surgery specializes in general plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Elliott’s areas of expertise include breast surgery, vein care, wound care, and hand surgery.

Dr. Elliott belongs to a number of professional organizations, including the Mississippi State Medical Association, the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Society of Plastic Surgery, and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is also a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).

Outside of work, Dr. Elliott loves spending time with his family. An avid runner, he has completed 11 marathons, including the New York Marathon and the Boston Marathon. Dr. Elliott has even won the Mississippi State Games 5K twice.

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About Dr. Gentile

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Richard Gentile, MD is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, teacher, author, and founder of Gentile Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Laser Center. Board-certified in both Facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology, Dr. Gentile brings a wealth of experience and world-class skill to every patient that visits his Youngstown and Akron, Ohio, offices. 

Sought after at both the local and international level for speaking engagements and interviews, Dr. Gentiles is also proud to serve his community by working pro bono with Face to Face, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting people who need reconstructive surgery as a result of domestic violence.

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About Dr. Gentile

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Richard Gentile, MD is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, teacher, author, and founder of Gentile Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Laser Center. Board-certified in both Facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology, Dr. Gentile brings a wealth of experience and world-class skill to every patient that visits his Youngstown and Akron, Ohio, offices. 

Sought after at both the local and international level for speaking engagements and interviews, Dr. Gentiles is also proud to serve his community by working pro bono with Face to Face, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting people who need reconstructive surgery as a result of domestic violence.

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Board-certified ENT physician Paul DiPasquale DO, FAACS, FAOCO, FAAOA, takes pride in offering patients the highest quality care at Vitale Ear, Nose & Throat’s offices in Wesley Chapel and Zephyrhills, Florida. 

A previous winner of Patient’s Choice and Top Physician awards, Dr. DiPasquale uses his considerable expertise to benefit people of all ages who need expert diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders.

Dr. DiPasquale attended Yale University for his postgraduate education and received his medical degree from the University in the city of Kansas City, state of Missouri.

Dr. DiPasquale completed his general surgery internship, followed by an otolaryngology (ENT) and facial plastic surgery residency at the Michigan State University Affiliated Hospitals in Detroit. He is also a Cleveland Clinic Health System fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon.

Dr. DiPasquale is a member of the American Academy of Osteopathic Surgeons, the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, the American Board of Osteopathic Surgery, and the American Osteopathic Colleges of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

Throughout his career, Dr. DiPasquale has been an innovator in his field. He has researched, lectured, and written on many plastic and cosmetic surgery and ENT topics at the local and national levels. Dr. DiPasquale trademarked an allergy treatment, Ouchless Allergy™, that doesn’t require injections, and the advanced Revital Lift™ face-lift procedure. 

In 2012, he was the first ENT doctor in Pasco County, Florida, to treat chronic sinusitis by performing an in-office balloon sinuplasty procedure.

In addition to his passion for providing exceptional patient care, Dr. DiPasquale loves spending time with his family. He also enjoys fishing, cooking, playing the piano, and being outdoors.

Christopher Brooks, MD, is the surgical specialist at Brooks Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, Florida, where he reshapes the lives of people of all ages and backgrounds. In addition to cosmetic surgery, Dr. Brooks is a craniofacial surgical specialist and a pediatric plastic surgeon.

After graduating with honors from the prestigious Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, Dr. Brooks earned his medical degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. He completed his training in both general and plastic surgery at the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, before moving to Philadelphia for his craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Brooks then went to Paris for additional training in ear reconstruction, followed by training in facial reanimation in Toronto.

Dedicated to his profession, he serves as an adjunct professor at the Cleveland Clinic of Florida, where he teaches plastic surgery to residents. He is also on staff at multiple hospitals, including the new Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood, Florida.

At Brooks Plastic Surgery, Dr. Brooks and his team take the time to really listen to their patients, which is why they leave the office happy.

Dr. Chandler is a Harvard fellowship trained plastic surgeon, who completed specialty training in aesthetic surgery with experts in the field. She specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery of the face, neck, breast and body, as well as non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Dr. Chandler believes every patient is unique, and tailors her approach to each individual. She understands the importance of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery in improving self-image and restoring a sense of self. She provides each patient with comprehensive pre- and post-surgical care, and involves her patients in a full discussion about pros and cons of various procedures and approaches to each problem. She is dedicated to research and advancing the field of plastic surgery, and has presented her work across the United States and internationally. She has won several awards for her research and recently served on faculty for Plastic Surgery at the Red Sea, an aesthetic and reconstructive intern

Anthony N. Dardano, DO, FACS, is one of Boca Raton, Florida’s most respected and experienced plastic and reconstructive surgery specialists. For more than 20 years, Dr. Dardano has expertly performed procedures like breast augmentation, facial surgery, including facelifts, and liposuction body contouring with the utmost skill and professionalism. 

Dr. Dardano also offers a full menu of noninvasive aesthetic services, including fillers and injectables, for patients who want immediate results, but aren’t quite ready to schedule a surgery. 

Dr. Dardano graduated from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with his medical degree, and then completed a general surgery residency at Wayne State University in Detroit. He completed a plastic surgery fellowship at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. 

Dr. Dardano is a member of the American Medical Association, American Osteopathic Association, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. He’s also a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the International College of Surgeons American Society of Plastic Surgeons. 

Well-known for his superior leadership skills and integrity, Dr. Dardano served as chief of surgery and chief of staff at Boca Raton Regional Hospital and Delray Medical Center in Delray Beach, both in Florida. Currently, he is an associate professor of surgery at Florida Atlantic University College of Medicine in Boca Raton and the general surgery residency program site director at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, guiding young physicians as they work through the program. He has authored several well-received articles, and textbook chapters, about plastic surgery. 

Dr. Dardano also has a personal commitment to giving back to the community and the world at large. He’s active in both local and international charities and regularly participates in medical missions to help underserved populations abroad.

When patients are looking for a professional, highly experienced surgeon with a personal touch that even medical professionals see as the go-to plastic surgeon when they need help themselves, they turn to Dr. Dardano.