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Plastic Surgery Societies: Membership Matters
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Our doctors are members of the 2 most prominent plastic surgery societies, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Each of these organizations requires members to be accomplished plastic surgeons committed to high standards and quality care. These logos are a symbol that a plastic surgeon is highly trained and experienced in the field.Dr. Grant Stevens
Dr. Grant Stevens is the Medical Director of Plastic Surgery Associates in Marina del Rey and Beverly Hills. He specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery and has been named one of America's Best Physicians in "The Guide to Top Doctors." Dr. Stevens was nominated by his colleagues which makes this recognition especially prestigious and rewarding. He is an active member at Daniel Freeman Marina Hospital where he is the past Chairman of The Department of Surgery, the past Chairman of the Liposuction Committee, and the past Co-Director of The Breast Center. He is also on staff at St. John's Medical Center and The Marina Outpatient Surgery Center.
Dr. Stevens graduated with honors from Washington University Medical School in St. Louis where he was awarded the Senior Prize in Surgery. He completed his general surgery training at Harbor UCLA Medical Center, then returned to Washington University-Barnes Hospital where he completed a Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is a Board Certified Diplomate of The American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons and The International College of Surgeons. He was appointed by the governor to The Medical Board of California Medical Quality Review Board, and is on the Plastic Surgery Faculty at UCLA as well as USC. Dr. Stevens has been an invited visiting professor at Loma Linda University, The University of Switzerland, The University of Denmark, and The University of Southern California.
A rhinoplasty surgeon in Los Angeles, Dr. Stevens has authored numerous publications that have appeared in professional journals. He has also lectured at international, national and regional meetings with presentations to such groups as The American Association of Plastic Surgeons, The Swiss Plastic Surgery Society, The Danish Plastic Surgery Society, The Plastic Surgery Research Council, The American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and The California Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is a member of the Editorial Advisory Board of Wounds: A Compendium of Current Research and Practice, a quarterly journal for surgeons, as well as Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Times and Plastic Surgery Products. He has been interviewed for articles that have appeared in USA Today, People Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Beauty, Forbes, Glamour, Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Times, Business Week, Men's Fitness, LA Times Magazine, Longevity, Cooking Light, Discovery and numerous newspapers. His television appearances have included CNN, Discovery, MSNBC, The Learning Channel, Sonia Live, Leeza, CBS News, 24 Hours, Extra, Hard Copy, American Journal, Entertainment Tonight, Inside Edition, Lifetime - New Attitudes, PBS Nightly Business Report and many other TV and radio interviews.
Dr. Stevens is a member of many medical societies including The American Society of Plastic Surgeons, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, The International College of Surgeons, The American College of Surgeons, and The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. He is the past chairman of The California Medical Association Advisory Panel on Plastic Surgery. Dr. Stevens received the California State Assembly and California State Senate Certificate of Recognition. He has received the Special Congressional Certificate of Recognition and The Distinguished Service Citation from The Medical Board of California.
Dr. Michelle Spring
Dr. Michelle Spring is a board-certified diplomate of The American Board of Plastic Surgery specializing in cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles. After completing an American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery fellowship with Dr. Stevens and an Integrated Plastic Surgery residency at University of Wisconsin, Madison, Dr. Spring practiced in Wisconsin as faculty and helped train residents in reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery.
Prior to joining the team at Marina Plastic Surgery, Dr. Spring traveled for one year to Bangladesh, Bolivia, China, Ecuador, India, Peru, Taiwan and Vietnam, where she used her surgical skills and compassion to provide humanitarian relief as an Interplast Webster Fellow. She provided free reconstructive plastic surgery for children and adults with cleft palates, cleft lips, disfiguring burns and hand deformities. She then practiced in Sandpoint and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho before returning to Southern California.
At Marina Plastic Surgery, Dr. Spring is known for her dedication to excellent patient care and her exceptional surgical skills. Dr. Spring will listen carefully to your goals and explain your options. Above all, she will strive to provide results that exceed your expectations.
See Dr. Spring on RealSelf.com.
Credentials & Publications
Dr. Spring has earned extensive educational and professional credentials, including:
- B.S. with distinction in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from University of Wisconsin, Madison (Alpha Omega Alpha)
- 5-year Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at University of Wisconsin, Madison
- Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship with Dr. Stevens
- Interplast Webster Fellowship
- Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
In addition, Dr. Spring has authored and co-authored many peer-reviewed professional journal articles and book chapters, and she has presented educational lectures and research results internationally. She has been interviewed on public television about cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.
Dr. Spring participates in training plastic surgeons in the specialty of cosmetic surgery through the aesthetic fellowship of the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. She is also active with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and has been a governing board member of an outpatient surgery center.
Combining Compassionate Care and Surgical Expertise
Patients seeking breast surgery, body contouring or facial rejuvenation will appreciate the compassionate care and surgical expertise of Dr. Spring. She has a true passion for making a difference in the lives of her patients. Because she is a mom herself, Dr. Spring understands how pregnancy and breastfeeding affect a woman’s body, and how rewarding it is to restore and improve breast and abdominal contour and shape.
With her diverse set of skills and experiences, Dr. Spring can truly appreciate each patient's specific situation and personal goals. She takes time to get to know her Los Angeles plastic surgery patients and understand their concerns.
A Passion for Humanitarian Work and for Life
Dr. Spring’s energy and enthusiasm to serve are evident in her personal and professional life. She has volunteered with the American Red Cross, Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Salvation Army, where she was responsible for delivering health care and supplies for the homeless.
When Dr. Spring is not performing surgery at Marina Plastic Surgery, she continues her humanitarian work with Eduplast, a nonprofit organization dedicated to training plastic and reconstructive surgeons in Nicaragua and Ecuador.
Dr. Spring lives in Southern California with her husband, son and dog. They appreciate the great outdoors and spend their free time hiking, skiing and exploring the world.
