The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery
4400 Post Oak Parkway, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77027
Phone: (713) 799-9999
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery
300 E Medical Center Blvd
Webster, TX 77598
Phone: (713) 799-9999
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery
12727 Kimberley Lane, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77024
Phone: (713) 799-9999
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
As a leading board-certified plastic surgeon and founding partner of the esteemed Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery (ACPS), Dr. Christopher Patronella is renowned for pioneering advancements in plastic surgery techniques, personalized patient care, and exceptional safety. His masterful approach has led to numerous accolades, invitations to speak at international conferences, and the respect of plastic surgery patients and peers worldwide.
Specializations & Areas of Expertise
With over two decades of surgical innovation and excellence, Dr. Patronella is highly sought after for his expertise in procedures such as:
- Tummy Tuck
- Corrective Revision Tummy Tuck Surgery
- Brazilian Butt Lift
- Breast Augmentation
- Corrective Revision Breast Implant Surgery
- Facelift
Each advanced procedure reflects Dr. Patronella’s meticulous attention to detail, artistic approach, and commitment to achieving beautiful, natural-looking results.
“Plastic surgery is a universal language. It’s truly a collaborative effort to learn from each other in order to provide our patients with the best outcomes possible, which they deserve and expect.”
Dr. Christopher Patronella
Education & Training
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship – St Joseph Hospital; The Cronin, Brauer, Biggs Clinic; Houston, TX
- General Surgical Residency – The Ochsner Clinic and Medical Foundation, New Orleans, LA
- Doctor of Medicine – University of Texas Medical School, Austin, TX
Board Certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
Professional Memberships & Societies
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- The Aesthetic Society
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- Fellow, International College of Surgeons (FICS)
- Harris County Medical Society (Houston)
- Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons (Past President)
- Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Texas Medical Association (TMA)
- American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
Review Dr. Patronella’s CV in its entirety, read his 5-star patient reviews, and view his robust plastic surgery before and after photo gallery featuring stunning ACPS patient transformations.
A Renowned Plastic Surgery Pioneer & Innovator
Dr. Patronella is known for elevating plastic surgery expectations and standards that enhance aesthetic outcomes and patient safety. Examples of his innovation and expertise include:
Progressive Tension Sutures (PTS)
Dr. Patronella’s groundbreaking use of PTS in body contouring procedures is widely recognized for improving abdominal wall definition while reducing the risk of complications such as seromas. His impressive research and results have been published in leading medical publications, such as the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, highlighting his innovative approach to tummy tucks and body lifts.
True Form Tummy Tuck®
As the visionary behind the drainless True Form Tummy Tuck, Dr. Patronella has redefined how traditional abdominoplasty surgery is performed in the U.S. and worldwide. His technique involves extreme attention to detail to restore natural, youthful-looking abdominal contours and an ideal navel. This approach corrects the occurrence of an overly flat or unnatural appearance commonly associated with standard tummy tucks.
Dr. Patronella’s groundbreaking True Form approach extends to other body contouring, breast, and facial rejuvenation procedures, representing the culmination of his refined techniques through 25+ years of proven cosmetic experience.
Adipofascial Autologous Graft
This innovative approach uses a patient’s own tissue to enhance the upper buttock and hip to promote optimal body contours and avoid an unnatural, flattened appearance. Dr. Patronella has been invited to present his innovative BBL and body lift approach, which incorporates fat grafting, at plastic surgery conferences around the globe.
Corrective Body Contouring Surgery
Dr. Patronella specializes in correcting the concerns of patients who are unsatisfied with the results of previous plastic surgery procedures. He routinely performs corrective tummy tuck surgery to help patients achieve more balanced, harmonious proportions that align with their ideal cosmetic visions.
As an expert in corrective revision breast implant surgery, Dr. Patronella is attentive to the aesthetic details that create a beautiful, shapely breast appearance and the structural elements that influence the longevity of results. Depending on a woman’s unique needs and aesthetic goals, he may exchange or remove implants completely, repair the implant pocket, perform a breast lift, and improve breast crease definition—factors which impact the position and shape of the breasts. Dr. Patronella may also incorporate mesh, which functions as an “internal bra” to support breast perkiness.
Multidimensional Facelift Surgery
Dr. Patronella’s multidimensional approach to facelift surgery focuses on creating attractive, natural-looking results without the telltale signs of surgery. He carefully applies an equal distribution of lift to each area of the face and places incisions in natural creases, such as the eyelids and ears, to minimize visible scarring. His superior approach contributed to winning the coveted “Surgical Face Makeover of the Year” at the MyFaceMyBody Global Aesthetic Awards in 2019.
An International Educator & Mentor
Dr. Patronella is deeply committed to education and mentorship in plastic surgery. As a clinical professor of plastic surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, he plays an active role in training the next generation of plastic surgeons. He also mentors aesthetic surgery fellows in Houston and Galveston, ensuring that his expertise and refined techniques continue to shape the future of plastic surgery.
In addition to being considered one of Houston’s best plastic surgeons, Dr. Patronella frequently shares his knowledge as a featured speaker at international plastic surgery conferences. He has imparted his knowledge across the globe by presenting in countries such as Japan, Colombia, Panama, Canada, Argentina, and Brazil. Dr. Patronella’s extensive research and groundbreaking surgical techniques have also been widely published in leading plastic surgery publications and journals such as the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Patronella is the recipient of plastic surgery’s most elite honors, including:
- America’s Best Plastic Surgeons (breast augmentation, facelift, liposuction, rhinoplasty) – Newsweek
- Surgical Face Makeover of the Year – MyFaceMyBody Global Aesthetics
- Male Plastic Surgeon of the Year – MyFaceMyBody Global Aesthetics
- Ultimate 100 Global Esthetic Leader – MyFaceMyBody Global Aesthetics
- Super Doctors – Texas Monthly magazine, 2008 – Present
- Super Doctors Hall of Fame – 2018
- Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery in Houston – H-Texas magazine, 2004 – Present
- Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery – Houstonia magazine, 2013 – Present
- Houston TOP DOC Awards – H-Texas magazine (13+ consecutive years)
- Doctor’s Choice Award – Health and Fitness Sports magazine (5+ consecutive years)
- One of the Ten Most Dependable Plastic Surgeons of the Western United States – Goldline Research Study, Forbes magazine
He is also a proud recipient of the Italian Flame Award, bestowed upon individuals of Italian heritage for their outstanding contributions to the medical field.
Comprehensive, Personalized Care Throughout Your Aesthetic Journey
From your initial consultation to your final post-op visit, Dr. Patronella demonstrates an unwavering commitment to your comfort, care and safety. Eva Cadena, his dedicated patient care coordinator of over 20 years, joins Dr. Patronella in ensuring you feel supported and empowered throughout your aesthetic journey.
“Ultimately, my goal is to provide my patients with results that exceed their expectations and an experience that is smooth and rewarding from their initial consultation through their postoperative care. It’s my responsibility to understand my patients’ concerns and goals and then educate them about the procedure(s) that will best achieve the results they seek and provide them with a balanced, harmonious look, even if this differs from the surgery in which they initially expressed interest.”
Dr. Christopher Patronella
Dr. Patronella performs your procedure within the ACPS SurgiCentre, a state-of-the-art Quad A-certified facility he co-founded in 1997 to ensure his patients receive the highest standards of safety, comfort, and plastic surgery care in Texas.
Your surgical journey with Dr. Patronella concludes with a private in-home or hotel post-surgical visit by his professional medical team. These visits provide individualized care, such as bandage changes and patient education, ensuring optimal recovery and results. This personalized approach to your aftercare allows Dr. Patronella to quickly address concerns and maintain the highest level of patient satisfaction and comfort.
Beyond the Treatment Room
Dr. Patronella believes there is no greater influence or comfort than family and relishes spending quality time with them. He is also passionate about giving back to the community and regularly volunteers with the ACPS team by helping local organizations such as the Houston Food Bank.
Schedule a Consultation With Dr. Patronella
Explore your plastic surgery options with one of Houston’s top board-certified plastic surgeons. Request a consultation with Dr. Patronella using the online form, or call ACPS at (713) 799-9999 to schedule your appointment.
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