Testimonials

Dr. Barbee did an excellent job on my septorhinoplasty. My recovery was smooth and much easier than I expected. He explained everything clearly and always took the time to answer all of my questions.

My breathing has improved so much, and I’m very happy with my appearance as well. I highly recommend Dr. Barbee!

I recently had three skin cancer removal surgeries completed at Clevens Face and Body Specialists in Melbourne, Florida. The staff and facilities here are fabulous. This is one of the cleanest surgical facilities I have ever visited.

The doctors, Dr. Clevens and Dr. Thompson, were outstanding. Throughout my procedures, they both ensured my comfort and treated me with compassion and care. Their nurses, PAs, and prep staff, especially Sherri and Danielle, were amazing!

Even during checkout, Marina and Janice at the front desk were courteous, kind, accommodating, and supportive of any needs I might have had.

Living in the hot Florida sun for 40 years can take a toll on your skin. It is comforting to know we have a local medical and skincare facility that can take care of any of my skincare needs. I highly recommend this facility as one of the best skin cancer surgery centers in all of Central Florida!

I truly appreciate Dr. Barbee and his team's attention to detail, my individual needs, and ultimately my satisfaction. The extra time they spend with me has been extraordinary.

They clearly care deeply about ensuring I understand all of my options, which can be numerous. Their thoughtful guidance and careful recommendations are extremely valuable, and it is clear that their goal is my ultimate happiness and satisfaction with my procedures.

I cannot say enough about Dr. Hess. I am four months post-op and feeling incredibly grateful! We actually sought Dr. Hess out specifically because of a positive past family experience when he had a practice in Northern Virginia.

Dr. Hess is exceptional. His education, training, and surgical skill made me feel very confident and comfortable putting my life in his capable hands.

I have so much more confidence and feel 100 percent better in my skin and in my life because of Dr. Hess. I am so thankful for his candor and professionalism!

I highly recommend Dr. Hess!

Dr. Barbee and Dr. Thompson recently performed a full neck lift, and I am very happy with the results. Post-operative lumpiness was addressed with a massage by Christina, and I noticed significant improvement after just one session. Three esthetician sessions are included in the package, which is a wonderful added benefit.

The Clevens sunscreen and moisturizer products are excellent, especially for someone like me with super sensitive skin. Many otherwise great products don't work for my skin, but these have been wonderful.

Their customer service is spot-on. A special shout-out to Tammy and Faby as well! Expectations were exceeded, and the entire staff has been excellent. I couldn't be happier with my experience.

Researching physicians is why I chose Dr. Clevens and his team. I felt I would be in the most capable hands there. I was greeted by Dr. Clevens and his staff with genuine concern and excellent care.

I now look forward to my appointments with Samira, who is so talented and a perfectionist. She is also a very kind and caring person, so I truly look forward to seeing her and having her take care of me. I have trusted her advice and excellent skills for years now.

For the first time I have a side profile. You have changed my life. Thank you so much!

Thank you for listening to my concerns and surpassing my expectations. You are a wonderful caring person with a special talent.

Please accept my appreciation for the kind and thoughtful manner in which you carried out my surgery.

I can see why you are so highly thought of.

You and your staff are so compassionate and reassuring. Thank you so much. How fortunate I have been to see you!

You definitely make everyone happy and boost their confidence level. I will continue to put myself at your disposal.

Everyone says I looked great at my class reunion. I looked better than my classmates at our 55th.

I would like to thank you and your staff for the warm professional care that you have show me.

I could not have been in better hands — literally!

I am writing to say thank you for the excellent surgical work you did on my lips. I have received numerous compliments since my lips have healed. This surgery has had a very positive effect on my self confidence and has given me a brighter outlook for the future. I would like to extend my gratitude to you as well as Tammy and Lorin for all of their help, patience and encouragement throughout the process.

I went shopping today at the Belk Store in Viera. Today was Senior Day at the store. Seniors 55 years old and over, get an extra 15% off merchandise. So I asked for the 15% Senior’s discount and the Clerk wanted to know if I was 55 years old. I said yes with a chuckle. This made my day!

I wanted to thank the team today for working hard with my tight schedule. I drive almost an hour and a half (depending on traffic) from Orlando to see Dr. Clevens, the “Botox Genius”. He is the only doctor I have found that can inject me without any bruising – I can always trust him, especially for big and special events. Thanks!!!

I am writing to say thank you for the excellent surgical work you did on my lips. I have received numerous compliments since my lips have healed. This surgery has had a very positive effect on my self confidence and has given me a brighter outlook for the future. I would like to extend my gratitude to you as well as Tammy and Lorin for all of their help, patience and encouragement throughout the process.

I have always been an active person, socially and professionally, and I have always taken pride in the things I can control — my hairstyle, makeup, the clothes I wear. I have a rewarding career in the beauty industry, but something was missing. I was unable to “fix” that drawn, tired look on my face, and it created a disconnect in the way I looked and the way I felt inside.

I decided it was time to make the appreciation and love I have for myself come full circle, so I began looking into upper and lower blepharoplasty with Portrait Skin Resurfacing.

I just wanted to tell you that, although I have had to delay the debut of my book, I am so delighted that I went ahead with your suggestion and advice to have this procedure.

I am also glad that I did not even consider having anything done by anyone other than Dr. Clevens. His experience, education and talent for his work are second to none. His demeanor and ability to get to the bottom line in a no-nonsense approach is so easy to understand. I feel totally confident that the outcome will be better than I envision, even now.

After a shaky start with nursing and appointments, I have had nothing but perfect and helpful staff with such a professional approach and competent care. Christina is such an asset.

Overall, this has been an amazing and positive experience, and I thank you for your management of my case. Most of all, tremendous thanks go to the doctor himself for a gift so personal and perfect for my overall confidence and happiness for my future. He did a fabulous job on my face.

I had three procedures on May 22nd with Dr. Clevens. I had a Facelift, Brow Lift, and under eye Blepharoplasty. I didn’t have a first consultation with Dr. Clevens, I had a consultation process with a patient care specialist and she was very upbeat and professional. I later had an excellent meeting with the doctor. He answered all my questions and I found him to be professional. He listened, which I thought was a very good thing. I found the pre-op information quite extensive. They had prepared a list of things to purchase all the way down to a child’s sponge toothbrush and many other things. Post-op, the nurse was outstanding. It’s now been a little over a month from the day I came in for my surgeries, and I think the results are beautiful. They did a really fine job. They are very subtle. I do not have a real surprised-looking result. If someone didn’t know that there was something different about me, they’d know I look good. 06.27.12

Dr. Clevens is the gentlemen who did the skin surgery on my right forearm and he did a very fine job. It was successful and pain-free. He is a good man. I want to thank them for their great work. They’re professional and cautious; everything was good about it. 10.01.12

I had a Facelift and lower and upper bilateral Blepharoplasty. I have been getting different types of treatments and products since about January 201 0and I have seen him speak. I did research online and since I already had a relationship with the office, I just felt very comfortable in going with Dr. Clevens. That and that he graduated from Harvard Medical School. He gave good information regarding the surgical procedures, what to expect and timeline as far as healing. I’ve been getting lots of comments telling me I look 10, 15 years younger. It’s been a wonderful experience and I look forward to being a patient at that center for a long time.

I had upper eyelid surgery with Dr. Clevens. My regular eye doctor referred me to him. Talking with my eye doctor and some other people once I did my research from some other doctor Dr. Clevens seemed to be the most qualified. He is pleasant and he has answered all my questions with no problem. Everyone at his office was really excellent. The procedure for me was not cosmetic. It was more functional. Now, I can see better and I can see clearer. I don’t have to look through my eyelashes anymore. I have just a better overall vision. Everything was very good and I’m happy with my results. Even my recovery wasn’t bad. I was able to look better within a week, and within two weeks most of the swelling was gone. After three or four weeks, you can’t notice it all.

Hi Dr Clevens, I hope you are doing fine.I am writing just to let you know everything went very well with my facelift, I am very very happy. I look good thanks to your help, it really makes a difference in my life. The scars faded away and unless you are an expert it’s difficult to tell. Sincerely,

Clevens Face and Body Specialists are warm, funny, and made me feel very comfortable. The procedure went fantastic, and my recovery is going as expected with awesome results! Thank you so much for giving me my self-esteem back.

When I first came to Dr. Clevens over 20 years ago, I was suffering from debilitating migraines. Botox was being prescribed for relief, and although I was nervous, I was desperate for a solution. Not only has Dr. Clevens helped me live without pain, but his entire office consistently goes above and beyond to make me feel comfortable.

Danielle, his nurse, is not only incredibly professional but also an absolute delight. Janice always greets us with such a friendly smile and kind words. I feel truly blessed to have met Dr. Clevens and his wonderful staff!

Dr. Clevens did an amazing job fixing my nose after I broke it. He got me in quickly, was so kind and reassuring, and you can't even tell that I had surgery.

He and his staff have been wonderful throughout the entire process. I couldn't be happier with my experience!

Five bright and shining stars! I've been a part of the Clevens family of deeply satisfied patients since 2005. For my 70th birthday, I gifted myself with a full face and neck rejuvenation. The works! Dr. Clevens performed impeccable surgery, and at three months post-op, I'm incredibly happy with my results.

I also recently met with the delightful Samira Caraballo, MMS, PA-C, a non-surgical facial rejuvenation specialist. She works her injectable magic using the latest techniques and knowledge to help you get the most out of your fillers. I'm thrilled with my Botox results! She also knows her way around lasers and skin cancer concerns.

But the real bonus is that, like the entire Clevens team, Samira is a polished professional who also has the gift of connecting with people in a fun, friendly way. Thank you, Samira, for really taking the time to listen and provide thoughtful advice!

If I could give Christina Smith at Clevens Face and Body more than five stars, I genuinely would. Five feels insulting.

Christina is absolutely phenomenal. She is incredibly knowledgeable, meticulous, warm, honest, and somehow manages to be both the consummate professional and the kind of person you immediately feel comfortable with. She takes the time to listen, pays attention to every tiny detail, and clearly cares about getting the best possible result rather than simply rushing through an appointment. That combination is RARE.

She is one of those people who is just exceptionally good at what she does. You can tell immediately that she knows her craft inside and out, and I trust her judgment completely.

On top of all of that, she is an absolute delight as a human being. Every appointment with her feels less like an appointment and more like getting to hang out with an extraordinarily talented friend who also happens to be making you look better.

Clevens Face and Body is incredibly lucky to have her. Christina is the kind of aesthetician you find once and then refuse to let anyone else touch your face. I cannot recommend her highly enough. If you are considering booking with her, DO IT. Just preferably not during the appointment time I want, because I plan on keeping her forever.

Our experience with Clevens Face and Body and Dr. Barbee has been excellent from start to finish. My husband underwent a septoplasty and revision nasal surgery after years of struggling with poor breathing despite previous procedures elsewhere. From the consultation through each follow-up appointment, Dr. Barbee and his team were professional, patient, and thorough. Every question we had was answered, and we always felt like we understood what to expect during recovery.

One thing that really stood out was the attention to post-operative care. Dr. Barbee took the time to explain why each part of the recovery process mattered, from the saline irrigations to keeping the nasal packing moist so it could dissolve properly. At one follow-up, after I explained all of the recovery supplies I had gathered for my husband, he smiled and said, "You know him really well." That level of personal interaction made us feel like we were more than just another appointment on the schedule.

Recovery has gone exactly as we were told it would. As the swelling has improved, my husband's breathing has continued to get better, and at his follow-up Dr. Barbee told us everything looked great and would only continue to improve.

Every member of the staff we interacted with was kind, organized, and professional. Major surgery is never fun, but having a team you trust makes all the difference.

If you're looking for an ENT facial plastic surgeon who is knowledgeable, communicative, and genuinely invested in his patients' outcomes, I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Barbee and the team at Clevens Face and Body.

I cannot recommend Dr. Barbee highly enough for upper blepharoplasty surgery. From our first consultation through the entire recovery process, Dr. Barbee demonstrated exceptional professionalism and surgical expertise. The results have exceeded my expectations - my eyes look natural, refreshed, and the heavy, tired appearance that used to bother me is completely gone.

What I didn't expect was how this surgery would become a catalyst for positive change in my life. The improvement in my appearance gave me such a confidence boost that it motivated me to focus on my overall health and wellness. Since the procedure, I've lost over 40 pounds! Every time I look in the mirror now, I see someone who looks as energetic as I feel inside, and that has been incredibly empowering.

The recovery process was straightforward, and Dr. Barbee’s team provided clear instructions and support throughout. The incisions healed beautifully, and the scars are practically invisible now. I particularly appreciated how Dr. Barbee took the time to answer all my questions and ensure I felt comfortable every step of the way.

For anyone considering upper blepharoplasty, I can confidently say it was one of the best decisions I've made for myself. Not only am I thrilled with the surgical results, but the renewed self-confidence has had a ripple effect throughout my entire life. Dr. Barbee’s skilled work has truly helped me become the best version of myself.

A note of appreciation for your expertise and care; for the generosity of your heart.

For the first time, I enjoyed medical appointments. Thank you for the phenomenal support we received before and after surgery.

Your care, sensitivity and encouragement have meant so much.

Dr. Clevens, you are a generous man and your staff is to be commended on their attributes.

The people in your office are really a team of professionals that make a patient feel cared for.

With sincere heartfelt gratitude I want to thank you for your time, patience and effort you have put into my surgeries.

I would like also to express my sincere thanks and appreciation for a well coordinated and very efficient, excellent professional care.

Just a thank you to let you know how very much you are appreciated. Not only for your incredible talent, great staff, personal attention to your patients but all that makes you, you!

Your skillful knowledge and amazing talent is a gift to the plastic surgery world.

I am 68 and thanks to your skilled hands, I look a lot younger.

I came to Dr. Clevens having had a facelift elsewhere. I was left abandoned and hopeless by the other doctor until I found Dr. Clevens. She had left me with unsightly scars and jowls. Dr. Clevens took on my case and did a masterful job of re-doing my nightmare facelift such that I now look absolutely beautiful and have the youthful neck and chin that I always wanted. And, Dr Clevens made the scars invisible! I look great!! I now see why so many patients come from all over to see DR. CLEVENS for his incredible skill and artistry. Each morning when i wake up and look in the mirror, I thank god for the hands of Dr. Clevens.

I had eyelid surgery with Dr. Clevens and it is the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I had so much excess skin around my eyes and looked tired all the time. I just didn’t like the way I looked. After a consult with Dr. Clevens, I knew I was in great hands. It has been 5 months since the surgery and my eyes look so much better. All that excess skin gone and everyone tells me how rested I look. I am so happy and grateful to you Dr. Clevens! Thank you.

I’m 54 years of age and a widower since June 2008. After the loss of my husband I didn’t like what I saw in the mirror anymore – his passing had taken years off my face. I’ve always tried to live by the motive “when one thing ends something else begins,” and so I chose to begin my life again with a brand new face, hence the beginning of my journey through plastic surgery.My research stopped with Dr. Ross Clevens – I was unable to find any negative remarks about the doctor or his staff. My initial consultation with Tammy was a refreshing surprise. I’ll admit I was a bit nervous, but Tammy comforted me when necessary and explained the procedures I was interested in simply and understandably.

At 54 years of age and a widower since 2008, Suzanne didn’t like what she saw in the mirror anymore; her husband’s passing had added years to her face. But she has always believed that when one thing ends something else begins, so she began her journey through facial plastic surgery. Although I had visited other doctors, my research stopped with Dr. Ross Clevens. I knew from my first visit with him and his staff that I would be in good hands.

Dear Dr. Clevens & Staff: Exquisite hydrangeas beautifully arranged arrived at my door on Friday. Just one more example of your kind and thoughtful gestures.

Beginning the day I entered your doors with tears in my eyes, feeling defeated, you have reassured me, provided comfort and for that I am eternally grateful! Thank you! Thank you!

I just had my first procedure at Dr. Clevens’ clinic with his physician’s assistant, Lori, and the whole thing was perfect! The Perlane was a piece of cake. The marionette lines are gone, which is what I wanted. Lori did a great job explaining everything to me and I think she’s excellent. It was all a good experience. The next time I need something I’m going back there, that’s for sure!

I’m recently retired and taking stock of my efforts to stay healthy and fit but my jowls were not cooperating. My body was improving and losing weight and toning and my chin was not. I decided that I needed some surgical assistance with a Neck Lift. Dr. Clevens’ approach to the patient is very patient-focused, whether it was his administrative staff, his nursing staff or himself, it was always done with a very engaging and listening type of environment. My recovery was relatively fast. I chose to stay indoors while I had the bandage on my neck. The jowls are just gone, I have definition to my chin and my neck size is smaller and it just looks so much better. I don’t know how to assess it in terms of how much younger I look but I definitely do. The results as far as I’m concerned are remarkable. I think most men are hesitant to even consider a facial surgery. We tend to have our egos but I have to say this is a simple procedure, it’s affordable, it’s effective and the result is wonderful. I would come to Dr. Clevens without a doubt.

I’ve had several procedures done by Dr. Clevens. I’ve had my eyelids lifted. I’ve had laser. I also had my neck lifted. And today, I’m getting my nose fixed because I had skin cancer on my nose. I actually won a makeover 10 years ago, and he was the plastic surgeon then, and that was in 2004. I would never go to anyone else ever. He is fabulous! The results are always wonderful. Honestly, someone to this day will stop and say “I saw you 10 years ago”, or “I saw you, you’re the makeover girl. You look fabulous.” And when people see my age and how I look today, they just cannot believe it. I’m 68 soon to be 69. I wish that I could just tell every woman, especially my age that people tend to not care so much how they look, that they could just come here and get one little procedure to make them feel better. I wish I could just bring them right here. I wish I could just tell each woman right now, to just come. It makes you feel so good inside as well as outside. Everyone I talked to that has come here feels the same way; and if you’re not happy, he will make everything right. I would describe him as a very thorough, professional and caring doctor that wants to do what you want. He will help you achieve what you want with your face. Since he only does from the neck up and has all these credentials, I mean there’s just no one else that does that, that I know of. Dr. Clevens is just phenomenal. The thing that I love so much him is he gives so much back to the community and he is so caring on top of everything else.

I was recommended by another doctor to have my upper and eyelids done and Dr. Clevens performed my surgery. Dr. Clevens is very nice and professional. He is able and knowledgeable. Overall he’s just a good guy. The staff is all wonderful. Prior to meeting Dr. Clevens they gave me a lot encouragement and they answered all the questions that I had. We talked over everything I wanted to talk including price and all that kind of stuff and then we went in and saw Dr. Clevens. He delivered what he promised and my eyes look really good.

I’m 54 years of age and a widower since June 2008. After the death of my husband I didn’t like what I saw in the mirror anymore – his passing had taken years off my face. I’ve always tried to live by the motive “when one thing ends something else begins,” and so I chose to begin my life again with a brand new face, hence the beginning of my journey through plastic surgery.

My research stopped with Dr. Ross Clevens – I was unable to find any negative remarks about the doctor or his staff. My initial consultation with Tammy was a refreshing surprise. I’ll admit I was a bit nervous, but Tammy comforted me when necessary and explained the procedures I was interested in simply and understandably. I knew from my first visit with Dr. Clevens and his staff that I was in good hands. And as time went on, Dr. Clevens’ knowledge and warm, sincere personality convinced me I was doing the right thing.

Beginning with the greeting from the front desk staff, the before and after pictures with Janny, Nurse Lisa’s positive and encouraging words throughout my recovery, to Christina’s gentle, pampering touch, I was treated like family. Dr. Clevens’ entire staff has made me feel special – from their warm hugs hello to their warm hugs goodbye. You just don’t expect this kind of experience or feeling from a doctor visit.

I was surprised I had hardly any post-operative pain and minimal scarring, considering I just had a face lift, upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty, CO2 laser, transbleph browplasty and live fill to my upper lip. Only a true experienced doctor with a very steady hand could give these results. It is amazing what a remarkable talent God has blessed Dr. Clevens with.I’m truly grateful I stopped worrying about what I didn’t like and chose to have the surgery. Otherwise I would have missed out on the opportunity to get to know some wonderful people who have been important to me throughout this journey. Life changes when it wants to, and often in the most unexpected ways.

A sincere thank you to Dr. Ross Clevens and his staff for making my plastic surgery experience a success. With Respect,