Plastic Surgery in Shepherdstown | WVU Medicine
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Whether you’re looking for a subtle change or total transformation, WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery will help you love the way you look and feel.
Our team of cosmetic experts are board certified and highly trained to provide a variety of procedures to enhance your appearance. We specialize in combining artistry and advanced techniques to help you achieve your aesthetic goals with safety and confidence.
Why Choose WVU Medicine?
WVU Medicine is committed to being a leader in minimally invasive treatment options. We strive to provide our patients with revolutionary treatments using the latest state-of-the-art technology. WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery is where artistry, compassion, and expertise converge to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Artistry
Compassion
We understand undergoing a cosmetic procedure is a deeply personal journey. That’s why we prioritize empathy and understanding in every interaction. From your initial consultation to post-operative care, our team is dedicated to making you feel comfortable, informed, and empowered.
Expertise
Learn More About Our Expert Providers
Jack Gelman, MD, and Sarah Cross, PA-C, work with each patient to develop a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs. They combine decades of specialized training to offer the best plastic, cosmetic, and reconstructive care in the region. Wherever you’re interested in exploring surgical or non-surgical treatment options, we can develop the perfect plan for you.
Body Surgery
Body plastic surgery includes procedures designed to reshape, restore, or improve the appearance and function of the body. These procedures may be performed for cosmetic reasons, reconstructive needs, or after significant life changes such as weight loss, pregnancy, injury, or medical treatment.
Discover a range of procedures expertly performed by Jack Gelman, MD, to help you achieve the body you desire. Specializing in transformative body contouring, Dr. Gelman offers advanced techniques in liposuction, abdominoplasty (tummy tucks), and various lift procedures for the abdomen, back, thighs, arms, and buttocks. With a wealth of experience, including more than 2,000 abdominoplasties, Dr. Gelman has developed innovative methods, such as his renowned natural umbilicus (belly button) technique. His expertise extends to personalized “mommy makeovers,” designed to rejuvenate both breasts and abdomen following childbirth, weight loss, or aging. Each procedure is meticulously customized to meet your unique aesthetic goals.
Cosmetic Body Procedures
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
- Liposuction
- Body contouring after weight loss
- Arm lift (brachioplasty)
- Thigh lift
- Buttock lift or augmentation
- Lower body lift
Breast-Related Procedures
- Breast augmentation
- Breast reduction
- Breast lift (Mastopexy)
- Breast reconstruction
- Revision breast surgery
Reconstructive Body Procedures
- Reconstruction following trauma or injury
- Post‑mastectomy breast reconstruction
- Panniculectomy (skin removal post weight loss)
- Scar revision
- Skin cancer reconstruction
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WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery provides comprehensive cosmetic and reconstructive care in a welcoming, patient‑centered environment. Our team combines clinical expertise with a personalized approach, offering surgical and non‑surgical treatments designed to support both function and confidence. From consultation through recovery, patients receive thoughtful care focused on their individual goals and needs.
Facial Surgery
Facial plastic surgery focuses on enhancing, restoring, and balancing facial features while preserving a natural appearance. These procedures may be performed for cosmetic reasons, reconstructive needs, or to address changes caused by aging, injury, or medical conditions.
At WVU Medicine, facial plastic surgery is approached with careful planning and individualized care. Dr. Gelman works closely with patients to understand their goals, explain treatment options, and develop a plan that supports both appearance and function. Whether the goal is subtle refinement or reconstructive correction, procedures are tailored to each patient’s anatomy and needs.
Cosmetic Facial Surgery
- Facelift (rhytidectomy)
- Neck lift
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty – upper and/or lower)
Reconstructive Facial Surgery
- Facial reconstruction following trauma or injury
- Skin cancer reconstruction (including Mohs reconstruction)
- Scar revision
Financing Options Are Available
We accept the cash, cashier’s check, and all major credit cards. Financing options are available through CareCredit health, wellness, and beauty credit card. CareCredit lets you say “yes” to recommended surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures and pay for them in convenient, monthly payments that fit your financial situation.
Botox® and Dermal Fillers
Botox® and dermal fillers are non‑surgical aesthetic treatments designed to soften facial lines, restore volume, and enhance natural facial features with little to no downtime. These services are often used to address signs of aging, facial asymmetry, or volume loss while maintaining a natural appearance.
At WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery, injectable treatments are performed by Sarah Cross, PA-C, our trained medical professional with a strong understanding of facial anatomy. This clinical expertise helps ensure results are balanced, precise, and aligned with each patient’s individual goals.
A consultation is required to determine candidacy and develop a personalized treatment plan. Treatment plans are customized based on facial structure, skin condition, and desired outcomes. During consultation, you will receive education on treatment options, expected results, and how long results typically last. Individual results vary, and treatment recommendations are based on a comprehensive medical evaluation and patient goals.
Botox®
Botox® and similar neuromodulators work by temporarily relaxing targeted facial muscles that contribute to expression lines. These treatments are commonly used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles caused by repeated facial movements.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are injectable treatments used to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. Fillers can also be used to improve facial symmetry and structure.
Botox® and Dermal Filler Treatment Areas
- Chin dimpling
- Crow’s feet (around the eyes)
- Forehead lines
- Frown lines (between the eyebrows)
- Bunny lines (nose)
- Neck bands
- Cheeks
- Lips
- Nasolabial folds (smile lines)
- Marionette lines
- Jawline and chin
- Under‑eye hollows
Learn About Fillers with Sarah Cross, PA-C
Considering dermal fillers but feeling unsure? Many patients share common concerns about safety, results, and looking “overdone.” Learn more about how fillers work, what to expect, and how natural‑looking results are achieved by watching our video and hearing directly from our experts.
ZO® Skin Health - Why Medical-Grade Skincare Matters
At WVU Medicine Plastic Surgery, exceptional outcomes don’t end after your procedure—they’re maintained through expert care and clinically proven skincare. We are proud to offer ZO® Skin Health, a physician-dispensed, medical-grade skincare line designed to support skin health, optimize results, and promote long-term skin vitality.
Your skin undergoes significant change during cosmetic and surgical treatments. Medical-grade skincare plays a critical role in protecting your investment and helping your skin heal, adapt, and perform at its best.
Our experienced team will help you select the right ZO® regimen for your skin type, concerns, and goals whether you’re focused on maintenance, correction, or prevention.