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Mary A. Powers, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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Address:
Long Beach, California, 90806
GPS:
33.856, -84.2129
Telephone:
562-427-8866
Web:
http://www.drmarypowers.com
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My philosophy as a female board certified plastic surgeon is simple -- to provide the best plastic surgery and follow up care for the patient. Most patients come to the office with an idea of what they want to accomplish with their surgery. My first priority is to use my many years of specialized plastic and reconstructive surgical experience to help my patients reach their goals.

If you are considering plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery with a female board certified plastic surgeon in our area, please take a few minutes to peruse my Web site. For those of you who wonder why I have included my Art Gallery, I believe that balance is the key to a happy and meaningful life. We each need to find the right proportion of work and play in our lives, and for me, my artwork helps to provide that balance. I'm looking forward to meeting you.

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Testimonials

Testi "Dear Dr. Powers,

Thank you so much for your exquisite work on my eyes. I love it & I know it will be just what I asked for!

You have been more than a great Doctor to me, especially since this was my very 1st experience having surgery. Thank you for your love & patience towards me & for all your extra concern & care. This is truly an experience to take back to Hawaii."

Testi "Dear Dr. Powers,

One month ago today I was on the operating table under your very skillful hands giving me a "new" tummy. This morning while doing my 2 miles, 30 steps and 25 push-ups I was thinking how "very" lucky I was to "you" as my plastic surgeon.

I just can't tell you how "grand" it is to see my reflection in a window and not see my stomach first!! How much better I feel about my body, and I'm very serious about loosing 20 Ibs while training for my L.B. 1/2 marathon.

Thank you so - much for taking "good" care of me and helping me feel so - much better about myself."

Testi "Dear Dr. Powers,

Just a note to thank you for the excellent surgery I received. My body has a prettier shape and is better balanced now. I truly appreciate the personal follow-up care also."

Testi "Dear Dr. Mary Powers,

To start, I want to acknowledge what an extraordinary woman you are. I feel I have been blessed with an angel to care for me this past summer. Throughout my trials & difficulties I have always felt cared for and understood in "a most special way".

Your exceptional ability to have flawless Dr./Pt. relationship truly made a difference. You are amazing at what you do. I thank you from the bottom of my heart."

Testi "Dr. Powers, Nicole, and Staff,

Thank you for all the care and attention and concern you gave me before, during and after my surgery. I am very happy with the results and appreciate all you've done."

Testi "Dr. Powers,

A thousand thank-you's for the beautiful work you've done on my husband and myself. You've made us feel so comfortable when we were deathly afraid and your care was just the greatest!

Please thank your staff also, especially Jenny who worked so hard with us long distance. You guys are the greatest - Thank you! In Hawaii we would say "MAHALO"."

Testi "Dear Dr. Powers,

Thank you "so much" for taking such excellent care of my Besty! Even though we were initially a bit nervous, your warm personality immediately put us at ease. The fact that you took the time to talk with me before the operation meant a lot. "And," you can't imagine how much we appreciated your daily phone calls. It was comforting to know you were there should we need you. Betsy is feeling great, and recovering so quickly! This whole experience has been "very positive"!

Thanks again so much!"

Testi "Dear Dr. Powers,

Thank you so much for performing my breast augmentation surgery. I am very happy with the results and my recover was very easy. You and your staff are absolutely wonderful!! In the future I will definitely recommend you to friends and family! Thank you so much!"


Qualifications

Education / Residency / Fellowship

University:
Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry)
University of California, Davis

Medical School:
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, School of Medicine
Bethesda, Maryland

Residency:
Residency, General Surgery
University of California
San Diego Medical Center
San Diego, California

Research Fellowship:
Research Fellow, Department of Surgery
Duke University
Durham, North Carolina

Residency:
Plastic Surgery Residency
St. Louis University Health Sciences Center
St. Louis, Missouri

Fellowship:
Boyes Hand Surgery Fellowship
University of Southern California Medical School
Los Angeles County Medical center
Los Angeles, California

Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery November

Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand August


Professional Background

Current Academic Appointments:
Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery
University of Southern California School of Medicine
Division of Plastic Surgery

Clinical Instructor of Surgery
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, School of Medicine


Society Memberships

National:
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons, Fellow
American Medical Association
Association for Academic Surgery
American Medical Women's Association

Local:
Cleft Palade Team, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
California Society of Plastic Surgeons
L.A. County Medical Association
L.A. County Women's Medical Association


Research Activities

Duke University
Department of Surgery
Durham, North Carolina

National Institutes of Health
National Cancer Institute, Surgery Branch
Bethesda, Maryland


Publications

1. Powers MA, and Pappas TN:
Physiological Approaches to the Control of Obesity.
Annals of Surgery, 109:255-250

2. Powers M, Schiffman S., Lawson C., Pappas T, Taylor I:
The Effect of Taste on Gastric and Pancreatic Response in Dogs.
Physiology and Behavior, 47:1295-1297

3. Pappas TN, Powers M, Gottfried MR, Cotton PB:
Balloon dilatation of the sphincter of Oddi facilitates passage of glass beads in from the canine biliary tract.
Journal of Laparoendoscopic Surgery, 4(65):413-417

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Augmentation
  • Lift/Reduction
  • Reconstruction

Face Procedures

  • Blepharoplasty
  • Facelift
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Other Facial Procedures

Body Procedures

  • Liposuction
  • Abdominoplasty