The FDA has issued a warning for the use of lipodissolve, a treatment which is supposed to dissolve fat in localized areas.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Receives APEX Award
The Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has received one of the highest awards in the scientific world of medical literature – The APEX Award of Excellence.
Combination Peels are Safe and Effective
A recent study concludes that combination peels using Jessner’s solution and trichloroacetic acid is a safe and effective method for chemical peel skin resurfacing.
A New Technique for Facial Fillers and Botox
A recent article published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons details advances in techniques used for fillers and botox treatments. Rod J. Rohrich and Kathleen S. Herbig, the study’s authors, demonstrate Dr. Rohrich’s technique for maximizing comfort for patients.
Plastic Surgeons’ Role in Disaster Relief
Dr. Rohrich discusses the role of plastic surgeons in disaster relief planning. Plastic surgeon training makes use of specialized skills in soft tissue trauma, burn management, and other medical needs that are common with both natural and made made disasters.
Dysport shown to be Safe and Effective
The new anti-wrinkle facial filler Dysport, which could be used as an alternative to Botox, noticeably reduced frown lines between the eyes, according to users and independent reviewers in a study involving plastic surgeons at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
“Our study confirmed that Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) is a safe and effective tool in fighting wrinkles,” said Dr. Rod Rohrich, chairman of plastic surgery at UT Southwestern and one of the study’s authors.
Ruff Family Establishes Wound Healing Chair
Dallas businessman Arthur L. Ruff has been honored with a $1 million gift from his widow, Suzy, to support wound-healing research at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Fat Grafting and Breast Augmentation Safety
Addressing safety concerns and media attention given to breast augmentation procedures using fat grafting.
Dr. Rohrich on Sunburn Treatment
Dr. Rohrich was one of 4 experts giving opinions from different perspectives on how to treat and manage sunburns in a recent article in the Ethiopian Review.
Facial Photo Study
Dr. Rohrich was quoted in the July 2009 issue of the Cosmetic Surgery Times in Stable Landmarks, an article discussing a recent facial photo study.
Dr. Rohrich Voted Texas Super Doctor
Dr. Rohrich has been recognized as a Super Doctor by Texas Monthly magazine.
Dr. Rod J. Rohrich is Professor and Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Rohrich is an internationally renowned expert in plastic surgery and has repeatedly been recognized as one of the Best Doctors in America. He has also been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The View, and Good Morning America. Dr. Rohrich has a unique artistic skill in restoring youthfulness and definition to the human face and body.
