Plastic Surgeons in Hickory, North Carolina (Catawba County)

As the author of a best-selling plastic surgery book (Body By Ferrari), Dr. Ferrari is widely recognized as a leader in the field of plastic surgery due to the superior results he has obtained for over two decades. Since 1987, he has dedicated his efforts to provide the best and safest medical care as well as natural-looking results for over 10,000 highly satisfied patients. Less than five percent of all surgeons can match his credentials and even fewer can consistently produce the quality results which have made him stand out among plastic surgeons.
After graduating with honors from Davidson College and the UNC School of Medicine, Dr. Ferrari completed a residency in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery. During that time, he earned the prestigious title of "Chief Resident" as well as national board certification in both specialties. After a Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship, he stayed in Florida for five years in private practice. He has received multiple other accolades such as teaching and research awards.
As a bilingual doctor, he has traveled overseas to be the keynote speaker at international medical conferences and has instructed other plastic surgeons on his techniques. He has also gone on mission trips to perform surgery such as cleft lip repair on indigent patients. Dr. Ferrari is also a Fellow Member of the highly esteemed "American College of Surgeons".
In 1999, he moved back to Charlotte and founded Premier Plastic Surgery Center and Premier Spa. Specializing in cosmetic surgery of the face and body, he skillfully utilizes the latest proven technology and lasers to create natural-looking results with the shortest recuperation time.
Dr. Ferrari, who can remember wanting to be a doctor since childhood, decided to become a plastic surgeon in order to combine his artistic talents along with his role as a physician to enhance the lives of others by allowing them to achieve their desired appearance.... See More

Dr. McDonough's philosophy enables him to utilize his specialized skills and more than 28 years experience to provide professional, comprehensive care to all patients seeking plastic and reconstructive surgery. Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery affirms the skills and knowledge obtained through general surgical and extensive plastic surgical training.The Plastic Surgery Center offers a fully equipped and accredited outpatient surgical suite to provide the ultimate in privacy and personal attention. Your Consultation Patients making an initial contact with the Plastic Surgery Center are urged to tell the staff about the treatment they are contemplating. This will allow the receptionist to schedule suficient time for a careful, unhurried initial consultation with the surgeon. All consultation are by appointment only. An initial consultation includes an examination and frank discussion about possible plastic surgical solutions to the patient's perception and feelings about anticipated surgery. The patient will be told about potential risks and benefits involved. A second consultation may be beneficial and may clarify further or new questions. A complete medical history will be taken. Routinely, clinical photographs showing the condition before and after surgery will be taken. Details regarding convalescence and time off from work are also discussed. The fee for consultation is variable and depends on the time spent by the surgeon in the consultation and the complexity of the problem.... See More

We provide the full spectrum of reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery procedures of the face breast and body. Finance plans are available. Most insurances accepted. Complimentary Cosmetic Consultations available.