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UPCOMING EVENTS WITH DR. CLEVENS:
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ARTICLES ABOUT DR. CLEVENS:

		BBN Digest Dr. Clevens' office introduces wrinkle-reducing procedure The Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery with offices in Melbourne, Suntree and Merritt Islad, is introducing GFX Technology, a longer-lasting alternative to Botox. Read more
		Health & Medicine Smooth Away Lines, Wrinkles with Radiance And Restylane Introducing Long Lasting Non-Surgical Soultions Read more
		BBN Business Cosmetic surgery the medical growth industry of the 1990s as baby-boomers give market big lift; Dr. Ross Clevens specializes in the face, Botox one of many pupluar procedures Read more
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RECENT NEWS ABOUT DR. CLEVENS:

		April 6-9, 2008- San Francisco, CA. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is co-chairing and serving as faculty for The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgerys Rejuvenation of the Aging Face. Dr. Clevens will be presenting on various topics including advanced facelift techniques and avoiding complications to fellow facial plastic surgeons, ophthalmic plastic surgeons and dermatologists.
		January 18-22, 2008- Vail, Colorado. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS served as a faculty member and instructor for The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgerys Winter Symposium on the latest advances of Facial Plastic Surgery. Dr. Clevens spoke extensively to fellow facial plastic surgeons and ophthalmic plastic surgeons about the Minimal Incision Necklift. This discussion focused on performing the popular necklift procedure while maintaining patients skin integrity by creating barely visible incisions. Read more

January 2008 - New Year, new you?- Many people take this time in the New Year to make heartfelt resolutions by committing to positive changes in their lives, including one's appearance. A new year, a new me, people begin to ponder the possibilities. Some people desire to change their hair color or decrease their waist size, while others undergo facial plastic surgery to correct a flaw or enhance their beauty. Like many others you may have considered having facial plastic surgery. Is this the year that you will commit to a change in your appearance?... Read more

A word about patient safety from Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS and The Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery

All they want for Christmas is Botox
Botox season has arrived at some plastic surgeons' offices, where patients are hurrying to refurbish their faces just in time for the holidays. Read more

Herbal medicines and surgical outcomes

October 2007- The Educational and Research Foundation for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS Foundation) has invited Ross A. Clevens MD, FACS to serve as committee member for the Aging Face (Mid & Lower) Sub-Committee of the Tenth International Symposium for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. As part of this Sub-Committee, Dr. Ross A. Clevens will be responsible for identifying speakers and developing programming to include the plenary session and the focused learning opportunities for current facial plastic and reconstructive topics.

Sept 2007- Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS, was recently elected to Chief of Staff at Wuesthoff Medical Center, Melbourne. Dr. Ross A. Clevens, elected by his fellow physicians to the position of President of the Medical Staff and Chief of Staff, will oversee and monitor comprehensive healthcare initiatives that improve and drive high quality of care, patient safety and evidence based medicine practices. Dr. Ross A. Clevens has been recognized as an effective academic leader;one who brings innovation and transformational leadership abilities to Wuesthoff Medical Center, Melbourne. He has previously served in the positions of: Chief of Surgery, Treasurer of the Medical Staff and Secretary of the Medical Staff.

2007 - Dr. Clevens has been asked by The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to be faculty for the Soft Tissue Filler course in Boca Raton, FL this December. Dr. Clevens will provide expert training to other Facial Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologic, and Oculoplastic Surgeons in the advanced skill and art of facial rejuvenation with Botox and soft tissue fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm, and Radiesse.

2007 - Dr. Clevens was again appointed Co-Director of the Rejuvenation of the Aging Face course to be held in San Francisco by the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. This international educational course for physicians features renowned speakers from facial plastic surgery, dermatology and oculoplastic surgery focusing on the latest techniques in facial and eyelid cosmetic surgery. Dr. Clevens was also Co-Director of the 2006 Course.

2007 - Dr. Clevens was asked to participate as a faculty member in the 2007 Boca Raton Soft Tissue Fillers Course. In this national instructional course for physicians, Dr. Clevens will highlight his experience with Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Sculptra and Botox.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS is a member of the Medical Education Faculty for Radiesse. This select group of less than one hundred physicians nationwide is comprised of the most experienced and knowledgeable practitioners in the use of Radiesse. The Radiesse Medical Education Faculty is responsible for training other physicians in the proper use of Radiesse.

Dr. Clevens is an National Educator for Sculptra. Selected as one of the most skilled physicians in the latest techniques related to the use of Sculptra, Dr. Clevens is the lead trainer for other physicians in Central Florida.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was invited to participate as a faculty member in the 2006 and
2007 Newport Beach, California Symposium on "The Latest Trends in Facial Plastic Surgery". In this meeting, Dr. Clevens lectured to his fellow surgeons on his experience on Necklift, Skin Resurfacing, Eyelid and Nasal Surgery.

2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS was recently invited to participate as the lead facial plastic surgeon in a Web-based instructional seminar on Portrait Skin Resurfacing. As one of the nation's most experienced surgeons performing Rhytec Portrait Skin Regeneration, Dr. Clevens co-moderated this seminar focusing skin resurfacing.

Mar 20, 2007 - Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS Melbourne FL - Your Face is Special... At the Center for Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Clevens specializes in facial plastic surgery rather than in general plastic surgery. Because of this specialization, Dr. Clevens is uniquely qualified to address your individual facial aesthetic concerns and to provide you with the most advanced techniques in facial plastic surgery.

In 2006, Dr. Clevens was honored to produce an instructional surgical video DVD in which he demonstrated Techniques for Rejuventation of the Lips, Enhancement and Augmentation of the Lips as well as Advanced Techniques in the cosmetic use of Botox. Each year the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery selects only 3-4 surgeons from throughout the nation to produce such a teaching video.

Dr. Clevens was invited to Toronto to the 2006 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery where he shared his extensive experience with Portrait Skin Resurfacing, Lip Enhancement Surgery and the Laser-Assisted Weekend Facelift.

Doctor erases scars of domestic violence
In his years as a volunteer for the Face to Face Domestic Violence Project, Dr. Ross Clevens has seen how physical scars can deepen the emotional scars. As part of the project, the Melbourne plastic surgeon on staff at Wuesthoff Medical Center-Melbourne mends the physical damage of rage.

Rejuvenating the Aging Perioral Complex Region

Making the right choice for Healthy, Beautiful Skin    (new)

Dr. Clevens Enhances Aesthetic Services, Welcomes New Aestheticians

Dr. Clevens: Noted Educator, Author and Innovator

Facial Changes with Rhinoplasty

Dr. Clevens Voted Best of Brevard

Fast Track to Your Best Look: The 'Weekend' Necklift

Subtle Changes Achieved through Rhinoplasty

2002-2008. Melbourne, FL. Dr. Clevens is voted "Brevard's Best Facial Cosmetic Surgeon" by the readers of Gannett's Florida Today newspaper.

October, 2006. Q & A With Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS About New Improvements In Skin Care Technology - Why Dr. Clevens Feels Portrait Plasma is the Next Generation in Skin Care

August, 2006 Plasma versus CO2: decision rests with patients - In choosing between laser and plasma skin resurfacing for the perioral region, an expert says the key is matching the treatment modality to the patient's desired outcome and tolerance for downtime and risks.

June, 2006. Rhytec Press Release - Portrait ® Is Raising the Bar to Treat Photodamage - Including Pre-Cancerous Lesions.

April, 2004. San Diego, Calif. Dr. Clevens is invited to serve as a faculty member and instructor for the "Facial Rejuvenation 2004" course offered by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Nearly 250 surgeons from throughout America attend the course to learn the latest techniques in facelift, forehead lift and eyelid surgery. Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS shared his experience with Platelet gel to speed healing after facelift and laser skin resurfacing in lectures to the attendees.

2006-2008. Miami, FL. Dr. Clevens is selected as one of the nation's "100 Most Experienced Botox Physicians."

2002-2008. Dr. Clevens is voted "One of America's Top Doctors" by the Castle-Connoly guide to America's Top Doctors.

November, 2003. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens is elected President of the Florida Society of Facial Plastic Surgeons

September, 2003. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens is invited to participate as a lecturer at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Attended by hundreds of physicians nationwide, Dr. Clevens presented his experience with Platelet Gel to Speed Healing After Facial Cosmetic Surgery.

September, 2003. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens is appointed Chairman of the Socioeconomic Committee of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

May, 2002. New York, NY. Dr. Clevens is invited to participate as a lecturer and moderator at the 8th International Symposium in Facial Plastic Surgery. Attended by hundreds of physicians worldwide, this symposium is held once every four years. Dr. Clevens presented his experience in Endoscopic Browlift Techniques, Platelet Gel to Speed Healing After Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Permanent Make-up in Facial Plastic Surgery and the Concept of a Medical Spa.

January, 2002. Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Clevens addresses over 500 physician colleagues at the national annual meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Clevens highlights his extensive experience with the "Laser-assisted 'Weekend' Facelift" and other innovative techniques in small incision necklifting.

January, 2002. Melbourne, FL. Dr. Clevens is the lead facial plastic surgeon at the second Florida Platelet Gel Symposium, a formal three-day education program focused on the development platelet rich plasma. Platelet gel significantly reduces bruising and speeds healing after facial surgery.

October, 2001. New Orleans, LA. Dr. Clevens is invited to lecture to his colleagues at the national facial rejuvenation symposium sponsored by the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Highly regarded by his peers as an expert in the use of platelet gel to speed healing after cosmetic surgery and in 'small' incision necklifting, Dr. Clevens shares his expertise with other facial cosmetic surgeons.

October, 2001. Melbourne, FL. Dr. Clevens is the lead facial plastic surgeon in the first Florida Platelet Gel Symposium, a formal three-day education program focused on the development platelet rich plasma. Platelet gel significantly reduces bruising and speeds healing after facial surgery.

November, 2000. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens is appointed as legislative liaison for the Florida Society of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In this capacity, Dr. Clevens is responsible for representing the Society in government and legislative issues relating to the practice of facial plastic surgery.

September, 2000. Washington, DC. Dr. Clevens serves as guest faculty for an extensive course on techniques in facial rejuvenation held at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Clevens speaks on advanced techniques in facelifting with particular attention to cheek and midface lifting.

2000-Present. Melbourne, FL. Dr. Clevens is appointed to the Credentials Committee of Holmes Regional Medical Center by the President of the Medical Staff. This important leadership executive committee supervises the credentialing of physicians at the 500 bed HealthFirst Melbourne hospital.

January, 2000. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens presents his experience with Small-Incision Necklifting and the Laser Assisted 'Weekend' Necklift to colleagues attending the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

January, 2000. Orlando, FL. Dr. Clevens participates on an expert panel at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery discussing his experience with both surgical and non-surgical techniques in facial rejuvenation including Botox for facial lines and wrinkles, liposuction of the face, chin and neck as well as the 'Weekend' Necklift.

September, 1999. New Orleans, LA. Dr. Clevens presents his experience with the "Laser Assisted 'Weekend' Necklift" to his peers at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. A pioneer in this technique, Dr. Clevens is the first to present his experience with this novel technique at the Academy.

1997-Present. Washington, DC. For the past four years, Dr. Clevens has been selected by his peers at the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery to serve on the prestigious panel that develops the annual examination for board certification in facial plastic surgery.