LEADING DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC SURGERY PRACTICE ADDS PLASTIC SURGEON TO STAFF
Nationally Recognized Practice Brings Dr. Cameron Craven Onboard Giving Patients Access To World Class Plastic Surgery
Austin, TX - October 29, 2007 - Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery has added plastic surgeon Dr. Cameron Craven to its staff. Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery president, Gregory Nikolaidis, M.D., and his staff have been featured in local and national broadcast and print editorials and the practice has led Texas in cutting edge dermatological and cosmetic procedures since it first opened in 2002. It has also led the state in procedures ranging from Smartlipo liposuction, to Thermage, to dermal fillers, to eyelid and face surgery, to MOHS cancer surgery and more. It is also the leading Botox provider in the central region.
Dr. Craven completed a 6 year integrated residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Baylor is recognized as one of the top 15 medical schools in the United States. Affiliated hospitals where he received his training include The Methodist Hospital, St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital, Hermann Hospital, Ben Taub General Hospital, Texas Orthopedic Hospital, Shriner’s Burn Hospital, the nations largest Veteran’s Administration Hospital, MD Anderson Cancer Center (the nation’s leading cancer center), and Texas Children’s Hospital (the nation’s largest children’s hospital). During his training, he gained extensive experience in all aspects of plastic surgery including cosmetic surgery, hand and microvascular surgery, reconstructive surgery, burns, trauma, and surgery for congenital abnormalities.
Dr. Craven grew up in the Austin area and attended the University of Texas at Austin. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology in only 3 years and received the College of Natural Sciences Distinguished Graduate Award. He was also inducted into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa honor society while at UT. Dr. Craven went on to complete his medical training at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, one of the oldest medical schools in the country, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He finished in the top 4 of his class and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.
“We have always strived to provide the best possible care available for our patients,” said Dr. Gregory Nikolaidis, president of Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery. “Cameron brings vast experience and expertise that will benefit not only cosmetic surgery patients, but also skin cancer patients who have had substantial amounts of skin and tissue removed and would otherwise be relegated to very noticeable scars. We are very excited to have Dr. Craven as part of our family.”
Dr. Craven has received numerous awards and honors for academic achievement and has given presentations at local and national meetings regarding his research projects and scientific publications. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the Travis County Medical Society, Texas Medical Association and the Michael E. DeBakey International Surgical Society and he is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Craven is a candidate for Membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Craven specializes in the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery including breast augmentation, liposuction and body contouring, facial rejuvenation, laser surgery, eyelid surgery, and rhinoplasty, as well as reconstructive surgery for skin cancers.
Dr. Craven and the staff at Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery pride themselves on providing safe, state of the art care for their patients in a comfortable and caring environment.
About Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery
Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery provides the very latest in skin rejuvenation, as well as state-of-the-art treatment for diseases of the skin. The practice of dermatology continues to be one of the fastest growing medical specialties with ongoing breakthroughs in skin care and repair. In our continuing commitment to excellence, we offer our patients full-service, comprehensive dermatology and cosmetic surgery care. Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery patients have access to the most current medical technology and therapies available for lifelong healthy skin at any age.
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