Our Surgeons & You At Marietta Plastic Surgery, we believe that to get the best possible cosmetic surgery results, a balance must be struck between the skill of a surgeon and the art of creating beauty. Surgery is a science, following well-established rules and requiring careful attention to the workings of the human body. However, we also recognize that each patient has unique needs and desires, which must be addressed individually. We believe that beauty comes, in large part, from the character and integrity that manifests itself in your natural appearance. We refer to this as the “art of enhancement” – which goes beyond traditional cosmetic surgery and is tailored to each patient’s goals in order to create natural beauty to enhance your individual personality. To obtain the best possible results, please contact our office to schedule a personal, individualized consultation with one of our excellent plastic surgeons.  You and he will discuss your goals, concerns and the many possibilities available through the latest advances in cosmetic surgery. Be assured that your procedure will be designed to enhance your natural beauty without detracting from the features that define your individual character.

Regardless of which of our four Board Certified Plastic Surgeons you select, be assured that your needs and desires will be addressed with artistic, surgical skill and deep compassion.

D. Keith West, MD, FACS

	Dr. Keith West has been serving the Atlanta area with his skill and expertise since 1991. His special interests and talents include facial aesthetic surgery, breast and body contouring.  After graduating cum laude from the University of Georgia, Dr. West attended the Emory University School of Medicine. Upon receiving his medical degree, he fulfilled his general surgery residency internship and residency at Emory University. Dr. West went on to complete his surgical training and served as chief resident in general surgery at Yale University and affiliated hospitals. After a year as the Winchester Research Fellow at Yale, he returned to Atlanta to complete his plastic surgery residency at Emory University, considered one of the premier programs for plastic surgery in the nation. Dr. West is also a member of the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. West lives with his wife and three children in Marietta. Throughout his career as an Atlanta plastic surgeon, he has been an active staff member at Kennestone Hospital where he has served as chief of plastic surgery.
Michael J. McNeel, MD, FACS
	Dr. Michael J. McNeel has served the area since 1997.  After graduating with honors from the University of Florida, Dr. McNeel received his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine.   He completed five years of general surgery training, including that as chief resident in general surgery at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Emory, which is considered one of the premier programs for plastic surgery training in the country. While at Emory, Dr. McNeel shared his expertise and experience by teaching other plastic surgeons from around the world as an instructor of endoscopic plastic surgery, a minimally invasive technique that results in a smaller incision and less scarring. Dr. McNeel is also a member of the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. McNeel and his family are active members of the community, where they are involved in their local church. He has served Kennestone Hospital as the chief of surgery, vice chief of surgery and chairman of several committees. He has also served as the chief of plastic surgery.
Thaddeus S. Fabian, MD
	Dr. Thaddeus S. Fabian is one of the few Atlanta area plastic surgeons to perform advanced revisional cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery.  Dr. Fabian earned his undergraduate degree from Emory University.  He completed his medical degree at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, followed by a general surgery internship and residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Fabian completed a residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Washington University School of Medicine's Barnes-Jewish Hospital   in St. Louis, and a fellowship in cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore. Dr. Fabian has received numerous awards for his teaching excellence and scientific research.  He is invited to speak often at national conferences for cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.  Dr. Fabian lives in Marietta and enjoys travel.   He has served Kennestone Hospital as the chief of plastic surgery.
M. Keith Hanna, MD, FACS
	Dr. Keith Hanna is skilled in all aspects of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery with a special interest in aesthetic surgery of the face, eyes, and body, as well as permanent hair replacement.  He holds an undergraduate degree cum laude from Clemson University and earned his medical degree at the Medical University of South Carolina, graduating with honors. Dr. Hanna completed a general surgery residency at the University of Tennessee–Memphis and then a plastic surgery residency at Vanderbilt University.  Additionally, he accepted an invitation from Paces Plastic Surgery to complete its prestigious fellowship in aesthetic and oculoplastic surgery where he received intense training from internationally recognized experts in the areas of facial rejuvenation, endoscopic plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, breast and body contouring, and breast reconstruction. Dr. Hanna has authored numerous book chapters and publications on plastic surgery and has presented his work at national and international scientific conferences. Donating his time and services to the underprivileged is also a passion of Dr. Hanna and is demonstrated through his work with Childspring International, an
organization that brings children to the United States for medical care not available in their own countries and returns them home with opportunities for a better life.

Each of our surgeons share the following credentials: Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Member of the Cobb County Medical Society Member of the Medical Association of Georgia

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Fully Accredited Surgery Center In addition to selecting a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, the facility in which your procedure will be performed is another important consideration.   The operating suites at Marietta Plastic Surgery are certified by the prestigious American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF).    Prior to awarding certification, this organization closely considers key factors such as emergency readiness, appropriate equipment and cleanliness in deeming a facility safe for surgical procedures.  At Marietta Plastic Surgery, meticulous attention has been devoted to patient safety, comfort and privacy.

Additionally, it is essential that a Board Certified Anesthesiologist administers your anesthesia.   Similar to plastic surgeons, anesthesiologists are qualified physicians who undergo rigorous training.  Having a Board Certified Anesthesiologist that Marietta Plastic Surgery has carefully selected can further serve to insure your safety and comfort.