Training and board certification
Source for all rows: source
| Years | Stage |
|---|---|
| 1980-1983 | Bachelor of Science, University of Iowa |
| 1987 | M.D., University of Iowa College of Medicine |
| 1987-1992 | General surgery residency, Wayne State University, Detroit; Chief Resident 1992 |
| 1992-1994 | Cardiovascular and thoracic surgery residency, Indiana University; Chief Resident 1994 |
| 2008-09 | Face and body cosmetic surgery fellowship, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery |
- Board certification as printed: "double board certified in Cosmetic Surgery, Phlebology, and General Surgery."
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
- Before retraining in cosmetic surgery he spent 14 years in adult cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgery. He was Director of Cardiovascular Services and of the Vascular Laboratory at Lake Regional Hospital, 1997-2006.
- Medical Director and Owner, Bailey Cosmetic Surgery & Vein Centre, 2005 to present; Medical Director and Owner, The Bailey Vein Institute in Hawaii, 2010-2016.
Eyelid surgery work
- Blepharoplasty. The page describes three types: upper, lower and quad blepharoplasty. Upper lid incisions follow the eyelid fold to remove or reposition fat, tighten muscle and remove skin. Lower lid incisions are just below the lash line or inside the lower eyelid to correct bags (blepharoplasty).
- Incisions are closed with fine sutures that are removed after a few days or dissolve.
- Candidates are typically over 30; the page mentions younger patients may seek double eyelid surgery.
- Blepharoplasty can be combined with a brow lift, facelift or Botox.
- Brow lift. Dr. Bailey performs endoscopic brow lifts through small hairline incisions, traditional lifts through an incision across the top of the head, and temporal lifts through small temple incisions, under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation (source).
Gallery: the eyelids gallery shows 2 cases, one lower blepharoplasty and one blepharoplasty (source).
Other procedures
The practice offers facelift, neck lift, chin and facial implants, otoplasty, breast and body surgery, vein treatment, a med spa with injectables and lasers, and hormone replacement therapy.
Insurance and cost
The blepharoplasty page states: "The cost of eyelid surgery in Springfield, MO, can range from $3,000 to $7,000," depending on the surgeon, which lids are treated, and facility and anesthesia fees. The site makes no insurance or Medicare statement for eyelid surgery. Financing is listed on a separate page (financing).
Recovery
- Swelling, bruising and some discomfort right after surgery; cold compresses and head elevation advised.
- No strenuous activity or heavy lifting for about 10-14 days.
- No contact lenses for the first couple of weeks.
- Complete healing and scar fading may take a few months.