Training and board certification
Source for all rows: source (CV page)
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Tehran University Medical School, 1971 |
| Internship | Straight surgery internship, Flushing Hospital and Medical Center, 1973-1974 |
| Residency | General surgery, Boston University, 1974-1978 |
| Residency | Plastic surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 1978-1980 |
| Fellowship | Craniofacial surgery, Toronto University, Hospital for Sick Children, 1980-1981 |
- Board certification, as the site's CV states it: American Board of Surgery, #25156, 1979; American Board of Plastic Surgery, #2388, 1981.
- Emeritus Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University (2015); Kiehn-DesPrez Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University (2006-2014); Clinical Professor of Surgery (Plastic), Case Western Reserve University (1994-2006).
- Chair, Department of Plastic Surgery, University Hospitals Case Medical Center (2007-2014); Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery, University Hospitals of Cleveland (2005-2007).
- Past President, American Association of Plastic Surgeons (2000-2010, as listed on the CV); past President, The Rhinoplasty Society (1998-1999); past President, Northeastern Ohio Society for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1991-1993).
- Current member of American Association of Plastic Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and others listed on the site.
Eyelid surgery work
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). For upper lids, incision within the natural crease; fat is repositioned or removed, muscle and tissue tightened, excess skin removed. For lower lids, incision below the lash line or on the inner eyelid surface; excess skin/fat repositioned or removed, skin tightened, and the eyelid skin treated with fat injection or laser. Surgery takes 30 to 90 minutes (source).
- Asian blepharoplasty. Site states the procedure creates or better defines the upper eyelid crease that is absent or poorly defined in about half of people of Asian descent, while keeping the almond eye shape; incision technique adapted to reduce scarring risk from thicker, more pigmented skin (source).
- Ptosis. Page lists droopy eyelids limiting eye opening from stretched muscle, termed eyelid ptosis, among conditions addressed in consultation.
- No separate pages found for canthoplasty, double eyelid surgery (as a distinct non-Asian page), or revision eyelid surgery. Brow lift/forehead lift is offered as a separate procedure, not listed as an eyelid page.
Other procedures
Site lists facial plastic surgery procedures including rhinoplasty (primary, revision, transgender), facelift, mini facelift, neck lift, brow lift/forehead lift, chin augmentation or reduction, otoplasty, earlobe repair, facial implants, facial reconstruction, scar revision, upper lip lift, male facial plastic surgery, and migraine surgery. Also offers non-surgical treatments (Botox, filler, PRP) and medspa/laser and skin services.
Insurance and cost
Site's eyelid surgery FAQ states blepharoplasty cost "varies. It depends on the complexity of the procedure, whether it's upper, lower, or both eyelids, and surgeon fees. A personalized consultation will provide an accurate estimate." No specific price or insurance/Medicare coverage statement found.
Recovery
Per the eyelid surgery page and FAQs:
- Swelling and bruising typically peak two to three days after surgery.
- Most bruising and swelling resolve within two weeks.
- Patients typically resume normal activities within one to two weeks.
- Site advises rest and avoiding strenuous activity until cleared, often three weeks after surgery.
- Results generally become visible within a few weeks.