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Eric Desman, M.D.

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Trusted, quality cosmetic care - Cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Eric Desman and the expert staff of the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery offer trusted, quality cosmetic surgery care that goes beyond your expectations. We cater to your every need to not only make you look special, but feel special too.

When your goal is to improve your appearance through cosmetic surgery, you want the confidence that comes from knowing you have chosen an Alexandria, Virginia plastic surgeon with the education and experience you can trust. A surgeon whose results will have you looking as young as you feel!

Artistic plastic surgery precision begins with understanding your needs. If you've ever thought of having plastic surgery, you have a lot of questions. Until now, the only way to get them answered directly by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon was to take hours out of your busy day going in to a doctor's office for an awkward and often embarrassing consultation. And even then, you can spend very little time with the doctor!

"At the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery , we believe that "taking care" of the patient begins the moment you contact our office. We realize that with today's hectic lifestyles, your time and energy is precious. That is why we are committed to doing everything we can to make every interaction with our practice a pleasant, efficient, and personal experience. We value you as a patient, but more importantly, we treat you like a person."

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Dr. Desman regularly appears as a guest plastic surgeon on "New Me Medical Interviews", which can be seen on CNN, FOX News, Bravo, and Discovery Health. Below are the videos of these appearances.

Office

The Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery has been helping men and women in the Alexandria, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. areas achieve exceptional aesthetic results on their desired plastic surgery procedure since 1999. When you work with Alexandria plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Desman, you will receive highly personalized attention to ensure that all of your needs are fully addressed.

A Comfortable and Private Office Environment

Our office is modern and tasteful to provide you with a homey, comfortable environment. When you enter our waiting room, you will find a wall-mounted fountain which will instantly make you feel relaxed and welcome. We have designed the office to honor your privacy. The waiting area is separate from the patient meeting area so that you will not come into contact with other patients while you are here.

For your convenience, our office is located near the DC Metro Blue Line so you will not have to worry about fighting traffic, finding parking, or paying for meters when you arrive for your office visit.

A Commitment to Patient Education

We consider patient education to be an important part of your procedure, and Dr. Desman will always take the time to address all of your concerns and goals in depth. Your patient education will begin at your initial consultation, which will last between 30-45 minutes. At this time, Dr. Desman will explain every facet of your desired plastic surgery procedure to you in great detail, discussing both benefits and risks. We will also show you online animations of your procedure to provide a more visual explanation. You will have an opportunity to ask us any questions you may have so that you gain a thorough understanding of what is involved in your procedure before deciding to move forward.

We also encourage you to take advantage of our Patient to Patient Network, which gives you the opportunity to talk directly with past patients who have undergone your desired procedure. These patients can provide you with a unique perspective on what you can expect based on their first-hand experiences. Our doctors will not be present for this conversation in order to ensure that our patients feel comfortable giving completely honest opinions. An Active Member of the Community

For more than a decade, the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery has been an active member of the Northern Virginia community. We participate in the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” project every year, and we are also involved in the Avon Breast Cancer Walk. We hope that through our actions, we can help cancer patients receive the resources they need to get them through this difficult time in their lives.

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Testi "Choosing a plastic surgeon is a very daunting task, but once I had my consultation appointment at Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery, I knew I had chosen the perfect practice. VCPS provides a warm, welcoming environment for patients in addition to superior medical treatment.

I am so thankful to have found Kelley and Dr. Desman. Their dedication to providing the absolute best care possible to each and every patients shows in the beautiful work they do every day."
J.L.


Testi "I love, Love, Love, my results!!! Dr. Desman is awesome and very helpful!! I will never get work done anywhere else. Dr. Desman is one of the most caring doctors I have ever met!!"
S.W.


Testi "Dr. Desman & Kelly,

THANK YOU for EVERYTHING!! You have taken me from "blah" to "beautiful". You brought me into the New Year with excitement I haven't had in years! Great treatment! Great care! Great results!"


Testi "Dr. Desman,

You and Kelly are wonderful! From the moment I walked in to your office to now during my follow ups, I have been nothing but comfortable. You told me exactly what to expect with my augmentation, and it all happened just as you said. Your recovery plan is better than any of my friends have been through, and I'm thrilled with my results. Thank you for everything!"
V.J.


Testi "Dr. Desman,

Just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful job that you did. My experience was definitely positive and very exciting. I would love to give reference to anyone."


Testi "I am probably the most nervous patient ever, but I want to Thank you Kelly & Dr. Desman for making me feel comfortable that my outcome would be great. And my expectations were exceeded! I not only look much better but I have higher self confidence level as well. Thanks again!"


Testi "Wow, where do I begin?? Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! After my first procedure, lipo on my legs, I came back as soon as you would let me have a tummy tuck done. The way I see myself and feel about myself is so different. you gave me my confidence back and I feel like I have a new beginning. Thank you for your excellent care and your professionalism throughout everything!"


Testi "For Dr. Desman & his lovely Secretary/Assistant Kelly,

I had the most wonderful experience at the "Doctor's" office ever. I had a Breast Augmentation procedure done and the outcome was more than what I expected. The team that helped me from day one and was the best customer service I have ever experienced. I came on my own after tons of research for "years" and I think I found the best of the best.

They make it a pleasant experience and they make sure its coming from your own ideas. I reccommned Dr. Desman and the team to anyone for any procedure. They will give you real great options no matter what your in for. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!"


Testi "I had breast Augmentation done on December 3rd - Dr. Eric Desman was wonderful and so was all the staff. I would do this all over again.

Thanks Dr. Desman - Much Love Always."


Testi "From the 1st visit, to surgery, to after are, both Kelly and Dr. Desman have been wonderful. They did a wonderful job, and I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you."


Testi "Thank you Dr. Desman for making a dream a reality. I really appreciate all the care and technique that you put into your work. I love my results so are and I know it will only get better. Ms. Cynthia was right, you do do excellent/beautiful work. Although painful at times, it was totally work it in the long run. You will always have a place in my heart and I'll definitely recommend you to anyone who not only wants great results, but a doctor who will work with you and cares most of all.

Ms. Kelly; you bring such a light and vibrance to the office. You made my experience an enjoyable and almost worriless. You assured me that everything would be fine and made me feel very comfrotable. You became a friend and I can appreciate that."


Testi "Just a little note to bring a great big "Thanks" for everything! I feel like a million dollars now. My confidence is much higher and my self-esteem."


Testi "Dr. D,

You did a great job, I will recommend you to all my friends!!"


Testi "Dear Doctor Desman,

It has been exactly three weeks since my breast augmentation surgery and I just wanted to take a moment to once again tell you how thrilled I am with the results. From the moment I walked into your clinic for the initial consultation through the surgery itself, the professional care and personal attention I received along with the exceptional medical treatment was truly outstanding! Even now as I continue with the follow-on visits, you and your entire staff continue to make me feel special and not just like another patient."
C.S.


Testi "I am so very pleased with my new look. You can never know the extent of all the changes that the breast reduction surgery has brought about in my life, but I have never been so satisfied with the way things are in my life. The surgery changed not only how I look but changed so many other pieces of my life, all for the better."
S.R.


Testi "I wouldn't have any other plastic surgeon after having been a patient of Dr. Desman's."
J.S.


Testi "I would recommend him because he is capable & competent & does good work."
K.S.


Testi "I mentioned to you during one of my follow-up appointments my hope that you enjoy your work as a surgeon. Because of what you are able to do for people, you can give them the opportunity to feel more like who they think they are supposed to be. You don't just remove tissue or move tissues around when you work on your patients; you change lives, you make patients more tolerant of themselves, you help them fit in more with their world, you make them more comfortable with themselves and others. You work a magic that I seem unable to find words to properly describe. I hope that you get real pleasure from being so important to us ... and I hope that you are able to realize the extent of that importance."
B.G.


Testi "He does excellent work!"
S.G.


Testi "Dr. Desman has a great bedside manner ... he is straightforward and I would recommend him to all my friends."
K.W.


Testi "Many people have asked me, since the surgery, if I have had any second thoughts about the surgery ... I have to answer that there are no regrets. Only total satisfaction."
T.F.



Qualifications

Dr. Desman has the skill, experience and education you can trust to give you the results you desire. Prior to entering the field of plastic surgery in 1995, Dr. Desman was a general surgeon. He founded the Virginia Center for Plastic Surgery in 1999 with the goal of providing outstanding medical care along with unparalleled service.

His commitment to you is demonstrated not only in his caring demeanor and excellent results, but also in his dedication to continuing education in plastic surgery . He consistently exceeds the standards set by the Virginia Board of Medicine and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons . All of these qualities combined are why so many patients refer their friends and family to Dr. Desman.

Dr. Desman has been performing breast augmentation, breast implants and breast enhancement procedures in Northern Virginia, and Washington D.C. areas for many years.

With Dr. Desman's technique, the majority of patients are able to return to normal activity within 24 hours of surgery. You will not need narcotic medications, drains, special bras, special pumps, or special bandages. You will be able to lift your arms over your head, shower, drive a car, lay directly on your new breasts, and lift normal weight objects. In fact, you will be encouraged to go out to dinner the night of your surgery. Bra shopping the day after surgery? No problem!

Family has always been very important to Dr. Desman. When he is not taking care of his patients, he spends the majority of his free time with his wife and children. Dr. Desman is the leader of his son’s Boy Scout troop, and he coaches his daughter’s basketball team. He is also an avid supporter of all their other events.


Education

M.D. Degree: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, 1990
B.S. Degree: Duke University, Durham, NC, 1986


Residencies

Plastic Surgery: Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY, 1995-1997
General Surgery: The Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD, 1991-1995


Certifications

The American Board of Plastic Surgery
National Board of Medical Examiners
Certified Wound Specialist


Memberships

American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Medical Association
Medical Society of Virginia
Wound Healing Society
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Breast Correction of Contracture or Malposition
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Gynecomastia

Body Procedures

  • Liposuction
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Buttock and Thigh Lift
  • Arm Lift
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Bridal Makeover

Face Procedures

  • Rhinoplasty
  • Facelift
  • Browlift
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Lip Augmentation
  • Cheek Implants
  • Chin Surgery
  • Otoplasty

General Procedures

  • Skin Care
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Chemical Peel
  • BOTOX®
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Latisse
  • Laser Techniques
  • Collagen and Other Filler Injections

Reconstructive Procedures

  • Breast Reconstructive Surgery
  • Burn Reconstructive Surgery
  • Chronic Leg Ulcer Care
  • Cleft Lip and Palate
  • Congenital Defects of the Hand
  • Free-Flap Surgery (including Breast Reconstruction)
  • General Reconstructive Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Head-Neck Cancer
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
  • Laser Surgery
  • Local Flap Surgery
  • Pressure Ulcer Care
  • Scar Revision
  • Skin Cancer Reconstructive Surgery
  • Skin Graft
  • Tissue Expansion
  • Venous Stasis Ulcer Care