Dr. Christian A. Prada. MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery in Chesterfield, Missouri. An accomplished surgeon with impressive medical credentials, he excels in all areas of cosmetic plastic surgery, including complex procedures like cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring, and cosmetic surgery post-weight loss. “As cliché as this may sound, I approach all my patients as if they were close friends or family,” says Dr. Prada. “That way you are always true to your word, honest, and maintain the utmost integrity.” He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Health Sciences Center and completed a residency in General Surgery at Loma Linda University Medical Center in California. He was then chosen for a fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center in St. Louis, Missouri, followed by additional training in breast and cosmetic surgery under the tutelage of Drs. Spear and Little at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Prada has served as an assistant professor at Saint Louis University Hospital Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and is currently involved in resident education at Saint Louis University in a clinical faculty position. “The best thing about performing plastic surgery is the ability for others to subjectively and objectively critique the outcome,” he says. “Only one surgical field has this attribute” Dr. Prada is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. A past president of the St. Louis Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Prada has won numerous awards, including RealSelf 500 in 2017 and Strathmore’s Who’s Who. He is published in multiple respected medical publications. “I tell patients that within the first five minutes of a consultation they will know whether I am the doctor for them,” says Dr. Prada. “I feel my work speaks for itself. Once you visit with me, see my outcomes, and read my patients’ testimonials, you will see that I am more than qualified to be your surgeon.”
Dr. Herluf G. Lund, Jr. is a board-certified plastic surgeon with 30 years of experience. At his St. Louis, Missouri practice, St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Lund offers a full array of surgical and nonsurgical procedures to treat the face, breast, and body, but a top focus is breast enhancement surgery. One of his surgical specialties is rapid recovery techniques for breast augmentation. A RealSelf and Castle Connolly Top Doctor, Dr. Lung has also served as a principal investigator in studies using the next generation of cohesive gel breast implants. Dr. Lund grew up in a family of surgeons, but his background is a mixture of science and art—he majored in drama, sociology, and biology as an undergraduate. “I loved medicine, but I was looking for something in medicine that combined those two things,” says Dr. Lund. “Cosmetic surgery really is the ultimate combination of science and medicine. I loved it, and that’s why I’m doing what I do.” Dr. Lund takes pride in being a perfectionist who uses the latest and safest techniques, all while being conservative in his work. “I give my best effort in every case to get the best possible result,” says Dr. Lund. “I highly value my patients’ resources and I research new technologies to ensure that they’re effective, safe, and provide value.” Dr. Lund received his medical degree from the Washington University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in general surgery at the University of Texas, Houston. He completed two residencies: one in general surgery at the University of Texas, Houston, and another in plastic surgery at the Washington University School of Medicine, where he also completed a fellowship in plastic surgery. Dr. Lund is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society, where he serves as the current president.
Dr. Charles Nathan is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in St. Louis, Missouri, where he is one of four surgeons at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery. He is particularly noted for his expertise in plastic surgery of the breasts and the body, and is sought out for his precision in liposuction, tummy tucks, body lifts, mommy makeovers, and skin tightening procedures. His practice also offers nonsurgical treatments like injectables, laser treatments, and other skin rejuvenation options. Dr. Nathan has always enjoyed learning how things work and determining the best way to improve them. His meticulous nature, artful eye, and ability to connect with patients also make him an exemplary plastic surgeon. After graduation from Indiana University, Dr. Nathan pursued his medical degree at the University of Oklahoma in Norman. He then completed a General Surgery residency at the Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans, followed by a Plastic Surgery residency with the Lahey Clinic in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Nathan is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Over more than 25 years as a plastic surgeon, Dr. Nathan has earned an esteemed reputation among his medical peers and patients. His patients value him for his kind bedside manner and professional opinion, as well as his desire to provide candid, realistic expectations for every person he works with. It’s a real team effort, as the entire staff at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery works with patients from beginning to end, to ensure their comfort and care. Schedule a consultation today to have your questions answered, discuss your aesthetic goals, and get Dr. Nathan’s personalized recommendation for the best treatment plan to make them a reality.
Enthusiasm defines Dr. Deniz Sarhaddi’s approach to being a plastic surgeon. At St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery, her passion for plastic surgery is clear to patients and colleagues alike, thanks to her vivacious personality and the sincere joy she finds in almost any situation. Dr. Sarhaddi’s meticulous attention to detail, in both cosmetic surgery and nonsurgical treatments, is noticed by her patients. Her goal is for all her patients to feel educated, confident, and happy with their decisions to get cosmetic treatments.
Dr. Lund is exceptional. Whole staff from the front desk to finance and nursing care are top-notch. Highly recommend this practice for tummy tuck and any major procedure where you’re looking for excellence and a team you can trust.
I can’t say enough about Dr. Prada! He is absolutely amazing. My results are better than I could have ever expected. He is like an artist. I 100% trust him and his judgement. He made me feel so comfortable and confidant in my decision.
Absolute best experience! I’ve been to 2 different spas before St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery Spa and now I’ll never go anywhere else. Kim was very detailed and took her time with me which I appreciated. She went above and beyond to make sure I feel good before my wedding. I recommend her over and over again!!!
Excellent. I had microdermabrasion. Mary Ann did a great job and offered solid advice for my skin care. She was on time, provided a restful environment, and thorough care. I left feeling relaxed with my skin looking healthy and refreshed.
Debbie is amazing, all the staff are dedicated, kind, friendly, highly knowledgeable & ethical. I cannot imagine seeing anyone but Debbie. I trust her insight and opinions. The facility is beautiful, aseptic, inviting. It is always a pleasant environment and comfortable place. Thank you.
A: I would agree with your PS if you want to be that small. Any pedicle approach would lead to a high risk of nipple areolar loss. I can get a similar result with a FNR and a pedicle approach so do not worry. Be aware that you will lose nipple sensitivity, nipple projection, possibly some pigment and ability to breast feed.
A: If you are still an F cup after a reduction surgery, then it does not appear you had a reduction. Most reductions should remove about 40-60% of the breast tissue if a pedicle reduction is performed. You may benefit from a Free Nipple Reduction if you want a cup size in the C or less. You may want to seek a second opinion to see your options. Im sorry to hear you did not get what you expected. Good Luck.
A: This is not uncommon to find after breast lift and augmentation surgeries. I would see your PS to make sure you do not have a suture that needs to be removed. This will otherwise prevent your incisions from healing. Oral antibiotics are also helpful to aid in healing. Over time these usually scar fairly well, but if they do not, a scar revision would help.
A: Without an examination this is a tough question to answer. You would get a benefit from a mini but you would not notice much of a difference around your umbilicus. You also would not have an improvement to your abdominal muscles if you have any laxity. If those areas do not bother you, than a mini would likely be all you would want. In terms of your breasts, again an exam would be helpful to determine if a lift would help. Worse case scenario, you have an augmentation with the possibility of a lift later if needed.
A: Although your results would be fantastic after a tummy tuck and lipo, you will not find you will lose a lot of weight. Skin and fat do not have a lot of weight to them. They occupy space, volume, not weight. So you will look like you lost weight after, but not typically notice a lot on the scale!