See Haiti through the eyes of a team from Southwest Medical Group Plastic Surgery and Southwest Washington Medical Center. They were on a medical mission in Port Au Prince, finding the injuries and dangers caused by the earthquake are still present.

The doctors at Southwest Medical Group Plastic Surgery are dedicated to helping people in Vancouver, WA and the greater Portland-metro area achieve their physical ideal. We are experienced in all types of reconstructive and cosmetic procedures-from breast reconstruction and cranio-facial repairs to breast augmentation, facelifts and body contouring...and everything in between. Go to our comprehensive Web site now for lists of all procedures, info on our Spa services and more.

Dr. Allen Gabriel specializes in body contouring (including tummy tucks and liposuction), breast augmentation and reconstruction. He has been very involved with the new Kearney Breast Center and works closely with cancer surgeons to ensure the best in breast reconstruction services. Learn more about Dr. Gabriel and the services he offers. 

Dr. Brinda Thimmappa specializes in aesthetic facial procedures (facelift, brow lift, Rhinoplasty, etc.) and craniofacial reconstruction (including repair of cleft lip/palate, facial fractures and ear deformities). Dr. Thimmappa is one of the few surgeons in the Pacific Northwest with experience in pediatric cranio-facial procedures.

Our philosophy. Our professional, compassionate medical staff is dedicated to addressing your individual needs and goals. We will be there for you throughout your treatment to answer questions you may have as well as provide support and guidance. We understand that your decision to undergo aesthetic treatment is private and we pledge to always honor that privacy. Our goal is to ensure your experience is the absolute best.

Reconstructive versus cosmetic. We do both.
Reconstructive surgery is different than cosmetic surgery, which is typically done to improve someone's appearance or self-image. Reconstructive surgery, on the other hand, is intended to repair diseased or damaged parts of the body, like surgery to correct birth defects or disfigurement.

"We can do incredible things to improve function and appearance for people who are living with a serious defect or abnormality," explains Dr. Gabriel. "Today's technology and techniques make it possible to do things that were not an option just 10 years ago."