the DIEP end: A Plastic Surgery Podcast Dr. Sherrell Aston: Facelift Virtuoso, Past President ASAPS, Former Chairman of Plastic Surgery MEETH (#33)
Guest: Dr. Sherrell J. Aston, Renowned Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon & Educator
Podcast: The DIEP End
Episode Summary:
In this insightful episode of The DIEP End, Dr. Saїd Azoury and Dr. Hank Davis engage with Dr. Sherrell Aston, one of the most influential figures in aesthetic plastic surgery. Dr. Aston shares his journey from humble beginnings in rural Virginia to becoming an internationally recognized expert in facelifts and aesthetic innovation. His storied career includes training at esteemed institutions like UVA, UCLA, Johns Hopkins, and NYU, where he significantly advanced the field of facial plastic surgery.
Dr. Aston candidly discusses the evolution of facelift techniques, from early innovations in SMAS and platysmal approaches to contemporary deep-plane and composite facelifts. He also offers personal anecdotes about balancing academic rigor with private practice, his philosophies on mentorship, patient care, and lifelong learning.
Whether you're a surgical trainee, an established plastic surgeon, or simply fascinated by the world of aesthetic surgery, this episode offers rare insights from a pioneer whose work has shaped generations.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
● Dr. Aston’s pioneering journey through general and plastic surgery residencies
● The history and evolution of the facelift, including SMAS and deep-plane techniques
● His early career challenges and how he integrated private practice with academic surgery
● Reflections on mentorship and his impactful training legacy at NYU
● Dr. Aston’s unique insights into patient care and surgical innovation
● The importance of maintaining physical fitness and balance as a surgeon
Quotable Moments:
● "Every facelift I do is a '10' until the bandage is on."
● "Pursue what your heart tells you, otherwise you won't be truly happy."
● "You learn from everyone—you must leave every meeting knowing something new."
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