ABOUT PACES NORTH PLASTIC SURGERY
Paces North Plastic Surgery is located in the convenient Buckhead section of Atlanta and is a certified outpatient surgery facility, not just a doctor's office with an operating room, and has consistently received the highest certificate of safety ratings from the AAAASF (American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc.), as well as other federal and state medical authorities. The American Association for the Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgical Facilities inspects and evaluates plastic surgery facilities to ensure that they meet the highest standards for operating safety and quality patient care. This is the highest certification that can be obtained by a free standing surgical facility, which means you will have all the safety and reliability of a hospital operating room better equipped for plastic surgery procedures located in a comfortable, personalized environment. In addition, all anesthesia is overseen by a board certified, full-time MD anesthesiologist in accordance with our commitment to patient safety. We credit our skilled surgical staff in achieving a record for safety and quality care. Paces Plastic Surgery offers the latest and most technologically advanced cosmetic procedures performed in a modern surgical facility.
ABOUT DR. FORZAD R. NAHAI
Dr. Farzad R. Nahai grew up in Atlanta and attended Emory University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He received his medical degree at Emory University and stayed to complete full training in general surgery. After finishing his general surgery training Dr. Nahai spent a year as a surgeon for the Navajo Nation in New Mexico. Afterwards Dr. Nahai’s plastic surgery training was at the prestigious program of the University of California in San Francisco. He pursued further specialty training in Plastic Surgery, completing the aesthetic and oculoplastic fellowship here at Paces Plastic Surgery and a Craniofacial and Pediatric Plastic surgery fellowship at Scottish Rite Children’s hospital.
Dr. Nahai enjoys the full spectrum of Plastic Surgery, focusing on aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. Based at Paces he also has hospital privileges at Piedmont, Scottish Rite, Egleston, and Northside Hospitals. He has published numerous papers on aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. A recent journal article he co-authored won the award for best scientific paper at the California Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Tiffany award at the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons national meeting. He has also written several chapters in plastic surgery text books about facial, breast, and abdominal plastic surgery. Dr. Nahai keeps up to date on the current trends and attends plastic surgery meetings regularly, where he is often asked to present his work.
Dr. Nahai is a compassionate individual, takes pride in his work, pursues perfection, and has a reputation as a highly skilled surgeon. He also commits time every year helping the less fortunate who need plastic surgery both in Central America and and in the United States, through his association with Children's Cross Connection International. When he is not practicing plastic surgery he enjoys spending time with is family, riding his bike, kung fu, hiking, and skiing.
Education and Training
• 2004/2005: Oculoplastic and Aesthetic Fellowship, Paces Plastic Surgery, Atlanta, GA
• 2004/2005: Craniofacial Fellowship, Scottish Rite Children’s Hospital, Atlanta, GA
• 2002/2004: Plastic Surgery Residency, University of California San Francisco
• 1996/2001: General Surgery Residency (5yr. Categorical), Emory University Hospitals
• 1992/1996: Medical School, Emory University School of Medicine
• 1988/1992: Undergraduate Degree, Emory University, Summa Cum Laude, B.S. in Psychology
• 1984/1988: High School, Westminster High School, Atlanta, GA
Clinical Appointments
• Assistant Clinical Professor Division of Plastic Surgery of Emory University
• Current Hospital Privileges
• Piedmont Hospital
• Children’s Health Care of Atlanta at Scottish Rite and Egleston campuses
• Northside Hospital
Experience
• 2001/2002: Practiced general surgery for one year for the Indian Health Service and the Navajo Nation in Shiprock, New Mexico.
• 1997/2000: Fight doctor for Atlanta fight night fund raiser and Friday night fights. Responsible for pre fight physicals and rendering care during and after bouts.
Professional Memberships
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons Affiliate Group
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Candidate Group
• American College of Surgeons candidate group
• State of California medical license
• State of Georgia medical license
ABOUT KRISTIN BOEHM, MD
Originally from New York, Dr. Kristin A. Boehm graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College with a B.A. in Biology. She completed her medical degree and five year general surgery residency at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in Rochester, New York. Following this she underwent a two year fellowship in plastic surgery at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah. She then moved to Atlanta, Georgia to do an additional fellowship in aesthetic and oculoplastic surgery at Paces Plastic Surgery. She is Board Certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgeons as well as the American Board of Surgery.
Following completion of her training, Dr. Boehm spent four and a half years in private practice in central Georgia. Here she was able to further hone her clinical skills in breast surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and reconstruction following Mohs surgery for skin cancer. She rejoined Paces Plastic Surgery in 2007 and performs surgery out of Northside-Cherokee Hospital as well as the Paces Surgical Center.
Dr. Boehm is a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. She has particular interest in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and periorbita.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Paces Plastic Surgery, P.C. Atlanta, Georgia
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Private Practice
January 1, 2007 - present
Renaissance Plastic Surgery, P.C. - Macon, Georgia
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Private Practice
July 1, 2002 – December 31, 2007
EDUCATION
Paces Plastic Surgery- Atlanta, Georgia
Fellow in Aesthetic and Oculoplastic Surgery - July 1, 2001 – January 1, 2002
University of Utah Department of Plastic Surgery - Salt Lake City, Utah
Plastic Surgery Resident - July 1, 1999 – July 1, 2001
University of Rochester Department of Surgery - Rochester, New York
General Surgery Resident - June 26, 1994 – June 26, 1999
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry - Rochester, New York - August 1990 – May 1994
Degree: M.D.
Dartmouth College - Hanover, New Hampshire
September 1986 – June 1990
Degree: B.A. in Biology
BOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Surgery - December 11, 2000
American Board of Plastic Surgery - November 15, 2003
AWARDS
Gaspar W. Anastasi Award for Best Resident Paper Presentation, ASAPS/ASERF Meeting 2001, New York, New York.
Cum Laude Graduate, Dartmouth College
Dartmouth Academic Citation in Finite Mathematics
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
· Member, American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
· Fellow, American College of Surgeons
· Member, American Medical Association
· Member, Medical Association of Georgia
· Member, Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
PROCEDURES
• Breast Augmentation
Breast enlargement, or augmentation mammoplasty, enhances the body contour of a woman who is unhappy with her small breast size. Other purposes of this procedure include: To correct reduction in breast volume after pregnancy. To balance a difference in breast size. As a reconstructive technique following breast surgery. Augmentation mammoplasty is done on an outpatient basis in our surgical center, usually under general anesthesia. An implant (prosthesis) is placed through an incision, under the breast tissue or under the muscle. The incision can be made under the breast, around the nipple or under the arm. A breast implant is composed of an outer silicone shell filled with saline (the FDA has restricted the use of silicone gel implants). The outer surface may be smooth or textured, and implants come in various shapes to meet the individual woman’s needs.
When the implant is placed sub muscularly under the breast, there is a lower chance of contracture (contraction of the tissue capsule surrounding the implant), and mammography is more reliable. There is also less risk of visible or palpable implant edges. However, some believe the implant has a more natural appearance when placed above the muscle, under the breast tissue. Your plastic surgeon can help you decide which placement and type of implant will work best.
• Breast Lift
Breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, restores a more youthful appearance to a woman’s breasts. Over the years breasts can lose their shape and firmness due to pregnancy, nursing and loss of skin elasticity, causing them to sag. Mastopexy will raise and reshape breasts—slowing the effects of aging and gravity. This procedure can reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple.
Mastopexy is commonly performed in conjunction with breast augmentation (implants) to increase breast firmness and size. This may appeal to women who have lost breast volume after pregnancy. Pregnancy and nursing often result in stretched skin and therefore decreased volume. If you are planning a future pregnancy, it is advisable to postpone your breast lift as pregnancy will likely cause further stretching.
As with all plastic surgery, realistic expectations and emotional stability are important. Though breasts of any size can be lifted, women with smaller breasts enjoy longer lasting results.
• Breast Reduction
Breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, is for a woman experiencing health problems and/or extreme self-consciousness associated with very large, heavy breasts. The goal is to give the woman a more attractive contour with smaller, better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body. She will then benefit from freedom of health problems associated with large breasts and an improved self-image.
Medical problems associated with very large breasts include back and neck pain caused by the excessive weight, skin irritation, skeletal deformities and breathing problems. Bra straps may leave shoulder indentations. Large, heavy breasts also contribute to poor posture, and can interfere with normal daily activities such as exercise. Excessive breast size may also lead to a decreased sense of attractiveness and self-confidence.
• Male Breast Reduction
Gynecomastia is a benign enlargement of the male breast resulting from a overgrowth of the glandular component of the breast. Gynecomastia is fairly common as it affects approximately 40 to 60 percent of men and it can occur in only one breast or in both. Some drugs and certain medical problems have been associated with overdevelopment of the male breast; however, there is no known cause in the majority of cases. Breast-reduction surgery can help men who are self-conscious about the appearance of their breast.
The procedure removes fat and or glandular tissue from the breasts either by liposuction or direct excision through and incision below the nipple-areola. In extreme cases excess skin needs to be removed as well in order to produce a flatter, firmer chest.
• Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction offers much hope for a woman losing her breast to cancer. Reconstruction can often be performed immediately after the mastectomy, so the woman does not have to live with one breast. Depending on health conditions, however, a mastectomy patient may have to wait before undergoing reconstructive surgery. In either case, reconstructive surgery holds much promise that the post-operative breast can match the natural breast again.
OTHER PROCEDURES
• Facelift/Necklift
• Midface/Cheeklift
• Forehead Lift
• Endoscopic Brow Lift
• Eyelid Surgery
• Facial Implants
• Nose Surgery
• Ear Surgery
• Breast Procedures
• Facial Scars
• Tummy Tuck
• Liposuction
• Body Lift
• Thigh Lift
• Arm Lift
• Fat Grafting
• Cosmetic Hand Surgery
• Cosmetic Oculoplastic Surgery
• Reconstructive Oculoplastic Surgery
• Tear Duct Surgery
• Orbital Surgery
• Hair Replacement
• BOTOX®
• Fillers
• Chemicals Peels
• Laser Resurfacing
• Vericose/Spider Vein Therapy
