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Dr. Friedman has been named a Best Plastic Surgeon in Dallas by D Magazine and a Texas SuperDoctor by Texas Monthly. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.*
State License Information
Licensed in Texas
What is Plastic Surgery?
Plastic surgery is surgery to repair or reconstruct physical defects of the skin, head and body. A plastic surgeon performs structural cosmetic surgery for aesthetic reasons to change the shape of features on the head or body, or can perform reconstructive surgery to correct deformities of the head or body caused by injury, disease, or birth defects. This specialist deals with the repair, reconstruction, or replacement of physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, hand, extremities, breast, trunk and external genitalia. The plastic surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures, but in all more »
Professional Experience
Professional Affiliations/Memberships
American Society of Plastic Surgeons Active member (1997)
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Active member (2001)
Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons Active member (2001)
Participation in Clinical Trials
No*
Publications
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http://www.plasticsurgerydallas.com
Over 15 publications in peer-reviewed journals, such as the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Plastic Surgery Outlook, and the Journal of Hand Surgery. Several published chapters in plastic surgery textbooks, including chapters on rhinoplasty, hand surgery, and wound healing. Over 30 national and international presentations at plastic surgery conferences.
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Television
Multiple television appearances regarding breast implants, scar care, hand reconstruction, facial reconstruction, and music (Dr. Friedman is a songwriter).
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Newspaper
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http://www.plasticsurgerydallas.com
Featured in D Magazine, Texas Monthly, Modern Luxury Dallas, Inform, NuImage, Health 2000, Plano Profile, Plano/Frisco Living, the Birmingham News, the Fort Worth Star Telegram, the Plano Star Courier,and the Dallas Morning News
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Radio
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http://www.plasticsurgerydallas.com
Multiple radio interviews regarding cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, and breast surgery
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Awards and Honors
1994, First place, Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation Scholarship Contest*
1994, Cronin Award for Best Presentation, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons*
1995, Award for best presentation, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery*
1990, Academic Excellence Award, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center*
1991, Academic Excellence Award, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center*
1989, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society*
Professional Interests
Breast augmentation, Breast lift, Breast reduction, Liposuction, Tummy tuck, Eyelid lift, Facelift, Botox injection, Restylane/Juvederm injection, Nasal reshaping, Ear reshaping, Reconstructive surgery
Physician Treats
Small breasts,
Body disproportion,
Aging facial appearance,
Large breasts
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Physician Performs
Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck),
Breast augmentation,
Lifts - Breast (Mastopexy)
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Scheduling
Provides Patients With Access to a Nurse
Yes*
Average time to get a new patient appointment:
7 days*
Average time for existing patient to get an appointment:
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