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Patti Flint, M.D.

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Dr. Flint's entire staff is dedicated to providing the best patient care available. Dr. Flint feels it is important that patients be allowed to ask all of their questions and have them answered in a comfortable non time pressured environment. She welcomes questions about her training and qualifications as well as her surgical experience. Dr. Flint feels that seeking out a Scottsdale plastic surgeon who is Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the best way to ensure a qualified surgeon is going to perform your surgery.

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Dr. Flint has been named Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine 1997, 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2011. She has also been interviewed in Phoenix Woman Magazine.

Office

Dr. Flint's primary office in old town Scottsdale is right across the street from Greenbaum Surgicenter where she operates. The surgicenter is owned and run by a large hospital that is one block away. She uses all board certified anesthesiologists to provide anesthesia for her patients. The facility has a recovery care center on its second floor with all private rooms and highly qualified and experienced nursing staff. Dr. Flint has used this facility since her practice opened.

Meet the Staff

Dr. Patti Flint
Joan - Practice Manager
Janet - Front Office Manager
Kara - Patient Liaison
Ashley - Director of Marketing
Cassie - Front Desk Coordinator

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Testimonials


Testi "I just want to say how amazing it is to see the ear that I've lived with for 42 years, that was always sticking out, now looking like a normal ear. Anyhow, wanted to send a note to say thanks so far. I know we still have some ways to go with the healing process. But, please pass along a thanks to Dr. Flint when you get a chance. Made me feel pretty good tonight. Like I had taken a positive action on something I had "thought" about for so long. It's nice to know there are people that do what you guys do for a living. Trying to make people feel better about themselves."
K.


Testi "Dear Dr. Flint and Staff:

I want to express my sincere “thank you” to all of you for the wonderful experience I have had over the past two years. My “refreshed” facelift is so natural, and all that saggy skin on my face and neck are gone. I look and feel wonderful. My eyes seem to be the biggest change that people notice, and I can now wear eye shadow and actually see it. I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. Your team and skills are the reason.

After such a successful experience I decided to do the tummy tuck, breast reduction and a little lip seven months later. WOW!!! What a difference that has made in my look. No more extra skin from my extreme weight loss over the last two years. I would say you are a miracle worker and I am so pleased with the results. Larry, my husband, is even more pleased. This was the best thing I have done for myself in 25 years.

I think the best way to say thank you is to say that I would do it again. After the successful “refresh” I knew I had selected the right doctor and the right team to make me “new” again.

Thank you. I wish you continued success making all the ladies in Arizona beautiful."
N.


Testi "I used Dr. Flint for my face and breast surgery. I was new to the Valley. I did quite a bit of research on the net. I spoke with other Doctors. I went on a number of interviews. I always asked for a call back from a former patient. Dr. Flint 's patients were the best reference.

I also checked the Phoenix Mag. for the "Top Doc's".

The office visit before the surgery was concise and to the point. I received all the information. It was all explained by the staff. The Staff is WONDERFUL. After the procedure, I would call the office, and in record time my questions were all answered. I would email Dr. Flint, and in minutes, I had a reply! I could ALWAYS reach Dr. Flint or her staff."


Testi "Dear Doctor Flint,

It has been a year now since I have had plastic surgery that you performed. I would like you to know that I am very pleased with my plastic surgery experience. I feel more confident and more at peace with myself than I ever have. I had a breast augmentation, lift, tummy tuck and liposuction. I decided to have you as my surgeon after talking to my medical doctors that I have been seeing for years. I had discussed with them that I was going to use you. Every doctor and every one I knew in the medical field told me that you were an excellent choice. You were very well known and had an excellent reputation. I also have a friend you performed a breast reduction for.

Your office staff was very helpful and caring. They went out of their way to make me feel comfortable with any and all questions I had before, during and after surgery. I felt I was in the best of care at the Greenbaum Hospital. I felt very relaxed with the anesthesiologist as he listened to my concerns regarding some medications I am allergic to and made me feel at ease with the surgery. I felt very comfortable knowing that you hand picked these doctors as they play a very important role in the surgery. Once again because of your reputation I felt I made the best decision. If I ever decide to have plastic surgery in the future I will definitely contact you.

Yours truly,"
M.


Testi "My decision to even have plastic surgery was not an easy one for me. I tend to be a perfectionist, and I was concerned that I could actually look worse rather than better. I had seen pictures of a number of famous people with whom I would not trade places.

I had visited Dr. Flint previously for collagen injections, and though she was naturally my first choice for surgery (should I decide to have it), I was not convinced until I spoke confidentially with her nurse at that time, Denise. Her own husband is an orthopedic surgeon, and he spoke very highly of Dr. Flint in the operating room and of her reputation. I also asked friends about other doctors, their methods and workmanship. I determined that I definitely wanted a surgeon who would keep me in a hospital overnight. In all of my research, I never heard one negative comment regarding Dr. Flint’s surgical expertise.

Dr. Flint’s honesty and straight forward approach was refreshing. She told me what to expect, how to prepare for surgery and how to take care of myself after the procedure. We also discussed 'our' goals. I wanted to look rested and refreshed, not startled or surprised. She favored a natural look and I liked that.

Six months following my surgery during my yearly physical, my internist at Mayo Clinic examined my scars, complimented me on my results and said I should be very happy. He was impressed; he wanted to know who had done my work. A year after my procedure, my OB/GYN, of whom I had been a patient for twenty-one years, was surprised when I told him of my decision. He said that he thought I had just been on an extended vacation. He too examined my scars, looked closely at the surgical sites and was very impressed. He too said I should be really happy. I am.

I honestly can’t speak positively enough about the office staff. They make a terrific team, and as a patient, I benefited directly from their patience, their helpful attitude and most especially their friendliness. I so appreciate the ambiance in the office; I can always count on it. I consider all of them friends now – a totally unexpected bonus for a plastic surgery procedure!"


Testi "I had been considering a breast augmentation for many years. As much as I desired the surgery, I had several reservations. I did not want to look operated on, and wanted an appearance that was proportionate to my small frame and lifestyle. After debating the pros and cons, I decided to research qualified plastic surgeons. I asked my other doctors for referrals, looked through local periodicals, asked friends if they knew anyone with positive surgical experiences, and read numerous physicians' websites. I selected my favorites and went in for consultations with all of them. I asked very specific questions that were important to me. I wanted to make sure the physician was board certified in plastic surgery, and not someone who performs cosmetic surgery but is not certified to do so. I thought it was vital to have an experienced plastic surgeon that had been in practice for over ten years. It was also important for me to learn how many cases of my specific surgery the doctor performed annually, and over the course of their career, so I could be comfortable with making such a major decision. I did not want to take any risks. When I met Dr. Flint I knew that I was in the right qualified hands. She impressed me with her honesty and sincerity. We discussed how my case was unique and what I should expect as a result. I truly felt she listened to my concerns and understood them more than any other plastic surgeon I met with. She promised to make herself available for any further questions I would have, and she delivered on that promise. It has now been over a year since I had my surgery. Every day when I would get dressed, I used to be uncomfortable with my body. Now the body part that I liked the least has become one of my favorites. Those negative thoughts no longer cross my mind. It has changed my life in such a positive way. My only wish is that I would have made this decision years ago. I would highly recommend Dr. Flint and her superb staff to anyone interested in plastic surgery."



Qualifications

I knew from a young age that I wanted to be a surgeon, and once I entered medical school, I realized I wanted to be a plastic surgeon. Plastic surgery is very dynamic. There are new procedures and treatments developed every year. I am a lifelong student and truly enjoy staying current on newly developed treatments and procedures. I also thoroughly enjoy operating on different areas of the body. I specialize in cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body, and I pride myself in being able to offer a wide variety of procedures to my patients because of that.

A Philosophy
From the day I opened my practice, I have always said, "If I can't create a natural appearing result, I am not going to perform the procedure." I feel strongly that most patients want to look as good as they can at any given age, but none want to look unnatural. With the techniques I use, there is no reason anyone but you ever has to know you have chosen to improve your appearance.

From a Woman's Perspective
As a female surgeon, I feel I share similar perspectives with my patients regarding a desire to appear rejuvenated and fit. I can easily understand the desire to recoup what cannot be accomplished in the gym or with diet. I identify with the improved self-esteem that can be obtained following an excellent result from cosmetic surgery. I listen to my patients' goals and strive to create excellent, natural results.

Passion
I have a great passion for plastic surgery and have performed over five thousand cosmetic procedures; however, I also believe in the powerful benefits of non-invasive skin care programs and wrinkle fillers. My goal is to provide a complete spectrum of the most effective plastic surgery treatments available to my patients, and to continue to do so for many years.

Experience
I have been in practice for thirteen years, and I am board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Surprisingly, there are no regulations that prevent any doctor from calling themselves a plastic surgeon and performing cosmetic surgeries. For your safety, make sure your doctor completed a plastic surgery residency training program and is board certified.


Education

Bachelor of Science in Physiology, University of California at Davis 1985
Medical Doctor, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1989


Post Doctoral Training

General Surgery Residency, Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency Program, Phoenix, AZ 1989-1994
Plastic Surgery Residency, University of Texas at Houston and MD Anderson Cancer Center 1994-1996


Licensure and Board Certification

Board Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
Licensed in the States of Arizona and Texas


Academic & Administrative Appointments

Medical Advisory Board, Bosom Buddies Breast Cancer Support Group


Hospital Appointments

Chief of Plastic Surgery Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn 2000-2002


Memberships, Offices and Committee Appointments

Member, The American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Member, American Medical Association
Fellow, The American College of Surgeons


Awards & Honors

Top Docs Phoenix Magazine 1997, 2007, 2008, 2011
Samuel Spira Award, Baylor College of Medicine: Student most likely to succeed in the future practice of plastic surgery 1989
Graduated with Honors-UC Davis 1985

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Breast Reduction

Body Procedures

  • Arm Lift
  • Body Lift
  • Liposuction
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Face Procedures

  • Brow Lift
  • Chin Augmentation
  • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)

General Procedures

  • Chemical or Micro Peel
  • Injectable Fillers/Collagen
  • Juvederm
  • Skin Care