Item image

Richard W. Dabb, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Contact owner

Overview


Doctor's Website

Web Photo

Welcome to the Center of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of York, P.C.

We are a state-of the-art practice of plastic surgery in York, Pennsylvania. The practice was established by Dr. Richard Dabb in 1995 at Apple Hill Medical Center.

It brings to the region the most up-to-date concepts of technology in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery along with a friendly and caring atmosphere. We offer a wide range of procedures to fit your needs.

The Center houses a unique philosophy of practice. A great deal of emphasis is placed on careful assessment and communication. Proper perception of the problem is always central in the discussion. The entire consultative process is to reach the patient's desired goal with these principles in mind. Dr. Dabb is experienced in plastic surgery and also has art training that sets himself apart in perceptual skills from the average surgeon.

Visit Doctor's Website

Office

The Center of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of York, P.C. is a state-of- the-art practice of plastic surgery in York, Pennsylvania. The practice was established by Dr. Richard Dabb in 1995 at Apple Hill Medical Center. It brings to the region the most up-to-date concepts of technology in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, along with a friendly and caring atmosphere.

Dr. Dabb and staff place the patient first, both medically and emotionally. This is founded in a background of experience of over 25 years of practice, with a reputation of being a regional leader in the field.

The Center provides purely cosmetic surgery for those desiring self-enhancement and also all forms of reconstructive surgery. Frequently, the techniques of each overlap and compliment the other. The surgeons' unique experience in microsurgery and the most difficult forms of reconstruction create a background to provide superior results.

Associations

aaps abps abs acps ama asaps asps

Qualifications

Richard W. Dabb, M.D. (F.A.C.S.), is a graduate of Colgate University (CU), Temple University School of Medicine (TSMU), and completed his plastic surgery education at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn).


Board Certification

He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and The American Board of Surgery (ABS).


Practice Experience

He has over thirty years of experience in plastic surgery. He established his private practice, the Center for Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery of York. P.C. in 1995. Having initiated breast reconstruction in York and pioneered many reconstructive microvascular procedures, he has moved to the forefront in state-of-the-art aesthetic surgery. His vast experience has led to a professional dedication to answer the needs of a patient seeking aesthetic and functional improvement, offering them the most advanced surgical techniques available for facial and body improvement.

He has been Chief of Plastic Surgery at York Hospital and is on the staff of 4 other medical facilities.

He is committed at the Center to bring the best and most up-to-date methods to his patients in all aspects of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. His utilization of endoscopic surgery, laser resurfacing of the skin, and ultrasonic assisted liposuction has enabled him to provide smaller incisions with less recuperative time than conventional procedures.

He was the first plastic surgeon in Pennsylvania to use endoscopic techniques in face lifting procedures, augmentation mammoplasty, and abdominoplasty. He also had the first skin care center connected to a plastic surgery practice and was the first to utilize laser resurfacing in the state.

His goal is to provide the most functional and natural result possible.

Academic and Teaching

He is an Associate Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins University - School of Medicine (JHU-SM) and a Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (HMC-PSU) at Penn State University (PSU).

Memberships

American Association of Plastic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons, Fellow
American Medical Association
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery, Founding Member
Northeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Charter Member
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Robert Ivy Society (Pa. State Plastic Surgery Society), Past President
World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
York County Medical Society, Past President

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Breast Reconstruction

Body Procedures

  • Suction Lipectomy
  • Abdominoplasty

Face Procedures

  • Chin
  • Eyelids
  • Facelifts
  • Nose (Rhinoplasty)
  • Laser Skin Resurfacing
  • Ear (Otoplasty)
  • Skin Lesions

General Procedures

  • BOTOX®
  • Hair Restoration
  • Pain Management
  • Facials
  • Make-up
  • Endermologie
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Hair Removal
  • Salon Services

Reconstructive Procedures

  • Head and Neck
  • Lymphedema
  • Micro Neural
  • Toe-to-hand Transfer
  • Replantation
  • Upper Extremity
  • Vascular