725 Heritage Road
Suite 100
Golden, Colorado 80401
300 South Jackson Street
Suite 310
Denver, Colorado 80209
Dr. Andrew J. Wolfe and Dr. Steven D. Vath provide the finest in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. From the first consultation until the final postoperative visit, we believe in a relationship built on mutual trust and respect. Dr. Wolfe, Dr. Vath, and their entire staff pledge to be with you every step of the way.
Andrew Wolfe, M.D.
Dr. Wolfe was raised in New York, the middle of three brothers. Of his English professor parents, he says, "Education was always a high priority for them, and they instilled in me and my brothers a love of learning that persists today." Academic success certainly runs strong among the Wolfe brothers. Older brother Peter is an MIT-trained business consultant who helps Fortune 500 companies improve, while younger brother Michael is an Emergency Medicine physician in California. "It was just understood in my family that the bar was set very high," says Dr. Wolfe, "and we all strived to excel."
Dr. Wolfe received his Bachelors degree in Psychology from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. While at Cornell, Dr. Wolfe found that he enjoyed the concrete aspects of his scientific studies more that the "softer" side of Psychology, and he soon changed his focus to a pre-medical curriculum. His medical studies continued at the Chicago Medical School, where Dr. Wolfe was accepted into an honors Pathology program which allowed him to receive a Master's Degree with a focus on wound healing while completing his M.D. studies. During medical school, it became clear to Dr. Wolfe what type of physician he would become. "I am a surgeon by nature," he says. "To a great extent, you don't really choose a specialty as much as it chooses you." Plastic Surgery's appeal for Dr. Wolfe was immediate, and was based, in part, on the breadth of the specialty. "Hand, craniofacial, reconstructive, cosmetic – there is just so much to do that you could never get bored."
After medical school, Dr. Wolfe was offered a coveted spot in Georgetown University's Integrated Program in Plastic Surgery. A six-year curriculum, the Integrated Program was one of a handful of pioneering residencies which sought to improve the quality of Plastic Surgery training by increasing the specialty-specific exposure while decreasing extraneous material. While at Georgetown, Dr. Wolfe had the privilege of working with a number of renowned Plastic Surgeons, and published a number of articles on a range of Plastic Surgery topics. He received several honors during his training, including induction into Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society.
In choosing a place to settle after residency, Dr. Wolfe and his wife, Heidi, chose Colorado for a number of reasons. "We both love the outdoors, and Colorado offers unparalleled opportunity for recreation, in both summer and winter." In addition, Denver was not yet saturated with Plastic Surgeons. In 2001, Dr. Wolfe joined the practice of Dr. Ronald Tegtmeier, a Plastic Surgeon who retired two years later. Upon Dr. Tegtmeier's retirement, Dr. Wolfe founded the Center for Cosmetic Surgery. In 2004 he was joined in practice by Dr. Steven Vath.
Dr. Wolfe is passionate about his work, and thoroughly enjoys both the personal and technical aspects of the specialty. He believes that the physician-patient relationship is truly a partnership. "I have to understand a patient's history, desires, and physical status before I can recommend a course of actions. At the same time", Dr. Wolfe says, "the patient has to learn about the various options available for any given procedure before she can make an informed decision." Patient education is a high priority at the Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Dr. Wolfe spends a great deal of time with his patients, both before and after surgery, making sure that they understand their surgical options. At the Center for Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Wolfe has created a blend of state-of-the-art techniques and more traditional approaches. "I'm not shy about adopting new techniques or procedures," he says, "but I need to be sure that they are safe and effective first." Above all, Dr. Wolfe feels privileged to be able to perform the work he does. "Virtually everything I do is elective, and I consider it an honor to be chosen by a patient to perform their surgery."
Dr. Wolfe is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Georgetown University Medical Center
Integrated Residency in Plastic Surgery
Washington, DC, July 1995 - June 2001
The Chicago Medical School / Finch University of Health Sciences
North Chicago, IL
M.D., June 1995
M.S. (Pathology) June 1995
Cornell University, B.A. (Psychology)
Ithaca, NY, June 1990
American Board of Plastic Surgery, November 2003
Colorado State Board of Medical Examiners
Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC
Alpha Omega Alpha, March 2001
Marguerite George Award for Excellence in Vascular Surgery, June 1998
Finch University of Heath Sciences / The Chicago Medical School
American Society of Clinical Pathologists Scholarship, Spring 2001
Honors Program in Pathology, 1992-1995
Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Golden Key National Honor Society, June 1990
Operation Luz de Sol La Romana, Dominican Republic, August 2000
Spear, Scott L., Wolfe, Andrew J.. The Coincidence of TRAM Flaps and Prostheses in the Setting of Breast Reconstruction. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 110(2): 478-486, August 2002
Spear, Scott L., Pelletiere, Christopher V., Wolfe, Andrew J., Tsangaris, Theodore N., Pennanen, Marie F.. Experience with Reduction Mammaplasty Combined with Breast Conservation Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 111(3): 1102-1109, March 2003
Wolfe, A., Dufresne, C.. Intraorbital Tissue Expansion for the Treatment of Microorbitalism. In Proceeding of the 17th Annual Meeting of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, Montreal, Quebec. September 14-16, 2000
Gharagozloo, F., Trachiotis, G., Wolfe, A., DuBree, K.J., Cox, J.L.. Pleural space irrigation and modified Clagett Procedure for the treatment of early postpneumonectomy empyema. J. Thoracic Cardiovasc Surg. 116(6): 943, 1998
Wolfe, A. Fetal Wound Healing - Current Concepts, Future Implications. Masters Thesis, May 1995
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Exempla Lutheran Medical Center, Wheat Ridge, CO
Health South Denver West, Golden, CO
Saint Anthony's Central, Lakewood, CO
Lakewood Surgical Center, Denver, CO
Rose Medical Center, Denver, CO
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Colorado Medical Society, Active Member
Clear Creek Medical Society, Active Member
Fluency in Spanish, Proficiency in French
Steven Vath, M.D.
Selecting a Plastic Surgeon can be an intense and personal process. I understand how important it is that you feel comfortable not only with my professional credentials, technical ability, and surgical results, but also with my character as a whole. My interactions with patients and the relationships we develop are rewarding on a daily basis. I enjoy relating to a diversity of people's desires and then matching these goals with the best suited surgical plans. My passion for both the artistic and meticulous aspects of Plastic Surgery technique allows me to thoroughly enjoy my craft. As you delve into the world of Plastic Surgery, I hope that your experience is as enjoyable and rewarding for you as it is for me.
I initially decided upon a career path in Plastic Surgery during my General Surgery residency at George Washington University. I was impressed and inspired by the effect that such detail oriented and artistic surgical procedures had on patients' lives. After finishing my General Surgery residency, I received my Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at the Louisiana State University Medical Center and Charity Hospital. I then sought further specialized training in cosmetic Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles at one of only a dozen fellowships in the country accredited by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
My wife and I decided to settle in Denver because of the fantastic quality of life, down-to-earth people, and gorgeous mountains. Both born in the mid-Atlantic east coast, we feel that Colorado offers an ideal blend of big-city sophistication and amenities, outdoor living, and minimal congestion. I enjoy, skiing, snowboarding, trail running, marathons, weight lifting, tennis, golf, playing guitar and singing. Raising children in the ideally balanced and healthy Colorado environment is the most gratifying experience of all.
My practice is exclusively devoted to cosmetic Plastic Surgery including aesthetic facial, breast, and body contouring procedures. I am a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS, www.plasticsurgery.org), the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS, www.surgery.org) and am double Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS, www.abplsurg.org) and the American Board of Surgery (ABS, www.absurgery.org). I have been published in peer-reviewed Plastic Surgery journals on various topics including breast reduction, combined cosmetic surgery, liposuction and abdominoplasty, breast reconstruction, and inverted nipple repair. I have also presented at several national and international Plastic Surgery meetings including the prestigious American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery conference.
My practice philosophy is simple: to achieve the best possible surgical results while minimizing recovery time. I blend tried-and-true, classic surgical procedures proven safe and effective over decades with innovative, state-of-the art techniques. During the initial consultation, I first listen to you and understand your priorities and goals. I examine the areas you wish to concentrate upon and discuss the surgical options that will provide the desired aesthetic transformation. I will diagram the techniques discussed and present a wealth of patient photographs before and after having undergone these procedures. All of your questions will be answered and I will certainly respect the sensitive, emotional, and personal nature of your concerns. You will not feel rushed as we tailor an individualized, comprehensive plan together. My primary goal is your happiness after surgery. If this may not be achievable, as Plastic Surgery can not address every hope, I will certainly explain this to you. My approach during the consultation is extremely open and honest regarding the attributes and drawbacks of Plastic Surgery. Ultimately, all decisions are yours. Once communication lines are opened, many people discover that Plastic Surgery can offer wonderful benefits to them. It is my privilege to provide this care for my patients.
The American Board of Plastic Surgery (11/11/06 - 12/31/16)
Diplomat: Certificate #7188
The American Board of Surgery (4/15/02 - 7/01/12)
Diplomat: Certificate #47039
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon (2/1/04 - present)
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery
Golden, CO
Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship (7/1/03 - 12/31/03)
Marina Plastic Surgery Associates
University of Southern California
Los Angeles and Marina del Rey, CA
Plastic Surgery Residency (7/1/01 - 6/30/03)
Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Louisiana State University Medical Center
New Orleans, LA
General Surgery Resident (7/1/95 - 6/30/01)
Department of General Surgery
George Washington University Medical Center
Washington, DC
Research Fellowship (7/1/9 - 6/30/99)
Department of General Surgery
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Washington, DC
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Piscataway, New Jersey
Medical Degree (5/95)
Tufts University
Medford, Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science (6/91)
Rose Medical Center
Denver, CO
St. Anthony Central Hospital
Denver, CO
Lutheran Medical Center
Wheat Ridge, CO
Denver West Surgery Center
Golden, CO
Lakewood Surgery Center
Lakewood, CO
Colorado State Board of Medical Examiners
#42032, Exp. 5/31/09
Stevens WG, Cohen R, Vath SD, Stoker DA, Hirsch EM. Is it safe to combine abdominoplasty with elective breast surgery? A review of 151 consecutive cases. Plas Recon Surg. 2006 Jul;118(1),207-12.
Stevens WG, Cohen R, Schantz SA, Stoker DA, Vath SD, Hirsch EM, Heck R, Freeman ME. Laser-assisted breast reduction: A safe and effective alternative. A study of 367 patients. Aesthetic Surg J. 2006 Jul/Aug;26(4), 432-39.
Stevens WG, Cohen R, Vath SD, Stoker DA, Hirsch EM. Does liposuction really add morbidity to abdominoplasty? Revisiting the controversy with a series of 406 cases. Aesthetic Surg J. 2005 Jul;25(4),353-58.
Stevens WG, Vath SD, Stoker DA. "Extreme" cosmetic surgery: a retrospective study of morbidity in patients undergoing combined procedures. Aesthetic Surg J. 2004;24(4),314-17.
Stevens WG, Fellows D, Vath SD, Stoker DA. An integrated approach to inverted nipple repair. Aesthetic Surgery J. 2004;24(3),211-15.
Vath SD, Dupin CL, Allen RJ. Internal mammary vessels as a recipient site for free flap breast reconstruction. Seminars in Plastic Surgery. 2002 Feb;16(1),109-17.
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