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Welcome to West End Plastic Surgery! As a premier cosmetic plastic surgery practice in Washington, D.C., we strive to always provide excellence in the delivery of compassionate, sensitive care to our patients and their families. As members of our community, we are dedicated to improving the quality of the lives both of our patients and our neighbors. We believe the doctor-patient relationship is based on mutual trust and thrives when patients are treated with respect and dignity. Choosing the right plastic surgeon makes a difference. Dr. Ruff, Dr. Wang, and Dr. Arsalan are exceptional Board-Certified Plastic Surgeons in Washington, D.C.
Keywords Breast Plastic Surgery, Body Plastic Surgery, Face Plastic Surgery, Lasers, Aesthetic Services, PRP.
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Praful Ramineni, MD
Plastic Surgeon in Washington, D.C.Dr. Praful Ramineni joins West End Plastic Surgery in Washington, D.C., with 10 years of experience as a plastic surgeon at Medstar Washington Hospital Center. As the Chief of the Division, he was clinically the busiest plastic surgeon at the hospital, seeing over 200 patients a month in the office and performing 600 to 900 surgeries a year. Dr. Ramineni has trained over 100 residents, both Georgetown plastic surgery and general surgery residents, and has multiple publications. These included both the full range of aesthetic surgery as well as complex trauma, hernias, and cancer reconstruction. He recently made the transition to focusing on his elective practice to be able to provide more personalized care to each patient. Dr. Ramineni is a multiple-time winner of Washingtonian Top Doctor and certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Education and Training: Dr. Ramineni grew up in upstate New York, where he developed a love of medicine from his father. Upon graduating from high school, he was accepted into an extremely competitive 6-year combined undergraduate/medical school program in Ohio, where he completed his 4-year undergraduate degree in just 2 years. After graduating in the top 5% of his medical school class and scoring in the top 1% of his medical licensing exams, he was accepted into one of the top plastic surgery residencies in the country at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He completed both his general surgery internship and his plastic surgery training there, and became Chief Resident before moving to Washington, D.C. in 2007 to start practicing. Commitment to Teaching: Dr. Ramineni has taught countless residents from the plastic surgery program at Georgetown and general surgery residents from Medstar Washington Hospital Center. He has won multiple teaching awards, including the Plastic Surgery Resident Teaching Award and the general surgery Keystone Educator Award. Dr. Ramineni has authored multiple publications and textbook chapters, has lectured nationally, and has taught multiple surgeons about complex surgical techniques. Surgical and Nonsurgical Techniques: Dr. Ramineni utilizes his extensive surgical experience to treat a wide range of both aesthetic and reconstructive patients. He has a special interest in post‐weight loss body contouring, especially in post‐bariatric surgery patients, including abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), brachioplasty (arm lift), thighplasty (thigh lift), mastopexy (breast lift), and upper and lower back lifts. Dr. Ramineni also performs liposuction, lipoaugmentation of the buttocks (Brazilian butt lift), facelifts, rhinoplasty, and eyelid surgery. He also offers the full range of nonsurgical treatments, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, XEOMIN®, Dysport®, Restylane, JUVÉDERM®, JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA®, JUVÉDERM VOLUMA®, RADIESSE®, KYBELLA™, laser and energy treatments, chemical peels, as well as noninvasive skin tightening with ThermiSmooth® and ThermiTight®. As the former Chief of Plastic Surgery at the largest hospital in Washington, D.C., Dr. Ramineni also brings his expertise to managing the full range of reconstructive surgical procedures, including breast cancer reconstruction with DIEP flaps, complex hernias, breast reduction, traumatic injuries, scar revisions, and many other reconstructive surgical procedures.
Link: Praful Ramineni, MD
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Paul G. Ruff IV, M.D., F.A.C.S
Plastic Surgeon in Washington, D.C.Dr. Ruff was destined to become a surgeon. As a child, Paul adored his grandfather, who was a highly respected obstetrician-gynecologist. Paul didn’t know exactly what that meant, but he knew that his grandfather helped people. His grandfather’s joy and enthusiasm for his work showed. That passion sparked Paul’s own dream, one he’s realized as one of the top cosmetic plastic surgeons in Washington, D.C. Dr. Ruff returned to the area where he grew up and opened West End Plastic Surgery, establishing his reputation as plastic surgeon committed to the surrounding communities, such as Reston, Arlington, and Alexandria. Paul’s dream shaped his life and educational goals, with the sole purpose of becoming a doctor. As his father was a Navy man stationed in Virginia, Paul grew up in and around the Washington, D.C. area. “The D.C. area has always been my home. I always knew that this was where I wanted to practice.” Paul attended Gonzaga College High School, graduating with honors. Gonzaga’s motto is to “create a well-rounded student, a young man who is intellectually competent, open to growth, religious, loving and committed to doing justice in generous service to the people of God. Simply put, we educate our students to be ‘Men for Others.'” This educational environment, coupled with being a competitive pianist and tennis player, helped shape Paul’s future as one who would serve others in the medical field. Paul continued his Jesuit education in college at Georgetown University. These were transformative years. It was at GU, volunteering with the Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service (GERMS), that Paul was first exposed to patient care. “The initial experiences I had while volunteering for GERMS cemented my resolve that medicine was what I truly wanted to do. I was helping people in need. This brought me both joy and compassion for people.” After graduating from GU, Paul chose to enter one of the most challenging medical programs in the nation at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) in Norfolk, Virginia. “I chose to go there because it was one of the best programs for OB-GYNs. At that time my goal was still to be an OB-GYN like my grandfather,” Paul commented. EVMS also had a top plastic surgery program at the time. Plastic surgery wasn’t even on my mind at that time. But when I was on rotation, I discovered that I really enjoyed surgery. I was continually complimented on my skills and surgical techniques. I believe that my years as a pianist and tennis player were key components in developing a talent for surgery,” Paul recalled. As Paul became more exposed to the field of plastic surgery, he became more interested in this medical specialty. “In the plastic surgery field, you are operating from head to toe. It provided me near limitless opportunities as to what I could accomplish as a surgeon. In this specialty, thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology are critical to providing optimal care and results for a patient. This key component, coupled with my skills, appealed to me, and I decided to pursue plastic surgery instead of becoming an OB-GYN.” In 1993, Paul G. Ruff IV earned his new title as Paul G. Ruff IV, M.D. Following his graduation from EVMS, Dr. Ruff performed his general surgery residency and surgical critical care residency and was the chief administrative resident at Washington Hospital Center, spending 6 years there. Then, in July of 1999, Dr. Ruff and his family moved to San Diego to complete his plastic surgery residency at the University of California, San Diego Medical Center (UCSD). Dr. Ruff’s experiences as a resident at UCSD provided him with a wealth of innovative skills. “It was as if I walked out of UCSD with a virtual toolbox of reconstructive and cosmetic skills. I have a deep appreciation for the tutelage I received from my talented mentors and for the unique residency program at UCSD. I believe this program was a key factor in my development toward becoming a complete surgeon.” Throughout his residencies, Dr. Ruff has been recognized for exceptional skill and compassionate care as a plastic surgeon. He was awarded the Gould Award from Washington Hospital Center and the Chairman’s Prize at UCSD. Dr. Ruff was appointed Assistant Professor of Clinical Plastic Surgery by the Georgetown University Office of Faculty and Academic Affairs based on recommendation of the Department Chair and Committee on Appointments and Promotions of the School of Medicine. In addition, he has been featured on ABC’s Bachelor in Paradise and Fox 5 News. In 2001, after graduating from UCSD, Dr. Ruff returned home to the Washington, D.C. area and went into practice.
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Dr. Erin Lessner
Dr. Erin Lessner joins West End Plastic Surgery in Washington, DC, to provide oculoplastics care for patients seeking to rejuvenate their eyelids and face. She completed her prestigious ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship at UCLA..Dr. Lessner grew up in Gainesville, Florida, and attended Dartmouth College, where she studied Economics. She returned to her hometown for medical school at the University of Florida College of Medicine. She attended the University of South Carolina School of Medicine for her ophthalmology residency and served as Chief Resident. She has taught face lifting, fat transfer, and orbital decompression courses at the American Academy of Ophthalmology annual meetings. She has been a course instructor for UCLA aesthetic and orbital surgery courses, invited to speak internationally,and has been actively involved in presenting oculoplastics research across the country. Dr. Lessner utilizes surgical and nonsurgical techniques to rejuvenate the face. She performs upper and lower blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) on patients with heavy upper eyelids and lower eyelid “bags.” Her practice also focuses on performing brow lifts and correcting eyelid malpositions, including droopy eyelids (ptosis surgery), eyelids turning out (ectropion surgery), and eyelids turning in (entropion surgery). She has extensive experience diagnosing and treating eyelid cancers (Mohs reconstruction). Dr. Lessner utilizes injectables (BOTOX® Cosmetic, XEOMIN®, Restylane®, JUVÉDERM®, BELOTERO BALANCE®), laser and energy treatments, and facial treatments (chemical peels) -all individualized to each patient to create a youthful and refreshed appearance. She also cares for patients with dry eyes, ocular rosacea, blepharitis, chalazions/styes, and eyelid lesions. In addition to her commitment to oculoplastic surgery, Dr. Lessner has a passion for health policy. During residency, she was elected Chair of the Resident and Fellow Section of the South Carolina Medical Association and recognized by the American Medical Women’s Association with the Susan L. Ivey, MD Courage to Lead Award. She has experience working on Capitol Hill and has represented both the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery as an Advocacy Ambassador. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and serves on the American Academy of Ophthalmology Young Ophthalmologist subcommittee on advocacy.
Link: Dr. Erin Lessner
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Dr. Catherine Hannan
After earning her undergraduate degree at Yale University, Dr. Catherine Hannan completed her medical degree at Georgetown University Hospital and her plastic surgery residency at the Medstar Georgetown University Hospital program. She has been working at the VA Hospital since 2011 and in 2014 became Chief of the Plastic Surgery division. She is board certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery. As an assistant professor in plastic surgery with Georgetown School of Medicine, she is involved in both medical student and resident education and is particularly interested in mentorship of young women aspiring to a career in surgery. Dr. Hannan’s practice focuses on general cosmetic and aesthetic surgery as well as non-invasive techniques. She also is passionate about reconstructive surgery after breast and skin cancer, wound care and limb preservation. She is a medical reviewer for Healthline.com and is enthusiastic about educating the public regarding plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Hannan lives in Northwest DC with her husband, two young sons and a rescue labrador. In her spare time she sings in her church choir, volunteers with her son’s school and exercises. “I personally know what a leap of faith in can be to place your trust in a surgeon, and I am truly humbled when patients place that trust in me. I strive to use my education, experience and passion to give my patients the results they have hoped for: to help you be your natural, confident and beautiful self.”
Link: Dr. Catherine Hannan
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Lauren Patrick M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Patrick is a board certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Surgery known throughout the community for her thoughtful care of her patients, her exceptional surgical skill, and her unwavering commitment to doing whatever she can to provide the best possible clinical results. Her focus is always a conversation – directed by her patients’ desires and priorities and informed by Dr. Patrick’s world-class training and deep clinical experience and expertise. “The right decision for each patient is a very personal one. My role is to help guide my patients through this decision process, and when surgery is the right next step, to deliver outstanding results.” Dr. Patrick was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and spent her childhood in Hockessin, Delaware. She was a competitive figure skater competing at the U.S. National Championships three times. “The technical precision and focus needed on the ice help me every day in the operating room. Perhaps more importantly, there is an art and beauty to it all that, when done correctly, can be truly elegant.” These same characteristics are the hallmark of Dr. Patrick’s surgical practice. Dr. Patrick completed her undergraduate studies as a Benjamin Franklin Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating magna cum laude. She continued on at Penn’s prestigious Perelman School of Medicine, and then accepted a residency at the highly competitive integrated plastic surgical training program at Georgetown University Hospital. She trained for 6 years in the cosmetic and reconstructive fields of plastic surgery. Her mentors include some of the most famous plastic surgeons in the world. As a trainee she was recognized as a technically gifted surgeon including receiving the award for the “Most Outstanding Microsurgical Resident”. Following her training in 2014, Dr. Patrick was recruited to the faculty at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Washington, D.C. This position has enabled her to care for a group of men and women whom she deeply admires. In particular, she has brought microsurgical expertise to the treatment of veterans’ injuries and post cancer reconstructive needs. She trains and mentors Georgetown Plastic Surgical Chief residents and regularly lectures at Georgetown University School of Medicine, earning her the position Assistant Professor of Clinical Plastic Surgery at Georgetown University. In her private, cosmetic practice at West End Plastic Surgery, Dr. Patrick has a particular interest in face and body rejuvenation. She employs the latest techniques in cosmetic eyelid surgery, facelifts, cosmetic fat transfer, prominent ear surgery, surgery for enlarged male breasts, and body contouring after significant weight loss. Dr. Patrick has great experience with breast reshaping using lift techniques, augmentation, and reduction surgery. “I enjoy helping women feel better about their appearance after childbearing, whether that involves a total ‘mommy make-over’ or just some Botox or filler to feel more refreshed.” Dr. Patrick lives with her husband and two children in Chevy Chase, M.D. She loves spending time hiking and biking on area trails with her family, reading, and watching her kids grow up. She enjoys evenings at home with a house full of friends and family and the occasional date night downtown with her husband!
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