About Dr. R. Chad Deal
Dr. R. Chad Deal, MD, is a general and cosmetic surgeon practicing with Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His professional background combines formal general surgery training with additional fellowship training focused on cosmetic surgery. Southern Surgical Arts currently identifies him as its Chief Medical Officer and lists certifications in general, cosmetic, and facial cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Deal earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2004. He subsequently completed a five-year general surgery residency at Brookwood Baptist Health before pursuing specialized cosmetic surgery fellowship training in Las Vegas.
Patients looking for physicians with related surgical backgrounds can browse the Doctiplus Surgery (General & Specialized) directory.
Focus Areas
- General and cosmetic surgery
- Facial cosmetic surgery
- Body contouring procedures
- Breast-related cosmetic procedures
- Abdominal contouring surgery
- Surgical skin and tissue tightening
- Facial rejuvenation procedures
- Preoperative surgical evaluation
- Postoperative follow-up
- Cosmetic surgery consultation and treatment planning
Patients considering any operation can review the National Library of Medicine’s overview of surgery, including common risks and recovery considerations. The American College of Surgeons also provides guidance on preparing for surgery and discusses the importance of understanding a surgeon’s qualifications, treatment alternatives, risks, and expected recovery before consenting to an operation.
Cosmetic Surgery and Patient Care Approach
Cosmetic surgery involves elective procedures intended to change or reconstruct particular physical features. As with other surgical care, appropriate evaluation includes reviewing medical history, medications, previous operations, health risks, realistic treatment limitations, and possible complications.
Dr. Deal’s general surgery background provides broad operative training, while his later fellowship work concentrated on cosmetic procedures. His current practice describes an approach that emphasizes consultation, patient education, individualized surgical planning, and follow-up care.
Because cosmetic procedures are elective, patients should have enough information to weigh possible benefits against risks and alternatives without feeling pressured to proceed. The American College of Surgeons recommends discussing surgeon qualifications and asking detailed questions before agreeing to an operation.
Education and Credentials
Dr. Deal earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2004. He completed his General Surgery residency at Brookwood Baptist Health from 2004 to 2009, serving as a chief resident.
He then completed a Cosmetic Surgery fellowship at the Plastic Surgery Institute of Las Vegas from 2009 to 2010. Professional records list certification in General Surgery through the American Board of Surgery. His practice additionally lists certifications through the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery and American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery.
Clinic Information
Dr. Deal practices with Southern Surgical Arts at 1405 Cowart Street, Suite 201, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37408. The practice also maintains additional locations in Georgia and Tennessee. The Chattanooga office lists (423) 266-3331 as a contact number, and his individual NPI is 1215118245.
Patients should confirm current appointment availability, surgical services, insurance or payment arrangements, and applicable licensing information directly with the practice before scheduling.
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