Welcome to the New ABCS Website

At the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, we pride ourselves on setting the highest standards for excellence in all aspects of cosmetic surgery practice and patient care. This includes an unwavering commitment to patient education. Our goal isn’t just to tell you about cosmetic surgery, but to provide you with the knowledge you need to […]

Dr. Robert H. Burke and Erchonia Corporation Announce Collaboration in a Pilot Study

Dr. Robert H. Burke and Erchonia corporation announce their research collaboration in a pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of the Erchonia® TMJ Laser, manufactured by Erchonia Corporation, in providing temporary relief of the symptoms of jaw pain and reduced jaw function associated with temporomandibular joint disorders. The actual clinical research aspect of the study will be […]

Dr. Robert Burke Promoted to Clinical Professor at Michigan State University

Robert Burke, MD, FACS, has been promoted to the position of Clinical Professor at the Michigan State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in the Department of Osteopathic Surgical Services.“It is a great honor for me to receive this promotion. This is one the finest programs of its kind in the world and, to be a […]

New ABCS Candidates

The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) is pleased to announce 54 candidates have submitted applications to challenge the ABCS Annual Certifying Examination scheduled for October 20, 2013 in Dallas, Texas at the ABOG testing center. Candidates must first achieve certification from one of seven “core” boards recognized or deemed equivalent of the American Board of Medical Specialties […]

Dr. Michael Will Named in Washingtonian “Top Docs”

Maryland Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Michael J. Will is listed as one of the best in the Washington DC area in the annual Top Doctors & Top Dentists issue of Washingtonian Magazine. The Washingtonian surveyed thousands of doctors in the Washington, DC area to identify and honor the colleagues they would send their own friends and family […]

Dr. Jacob Haiavy’s Surgical Facility Featured in LA Daily News

Inland Empire cosmetic surgeon and ABCS member Dr. Jacob Haiavy’s new state-of-the-art AAAHC accredited surgical facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California was mentioned in an LA Daily News article titled “Being over 50, she was ready for her ‘close-up’” on May 5, 2011. A few months ago I marched into my doctor’s office and uttered words […]

ABCS Exam Results

Congratulations! On October 20-21, 2012, the following doctors passed the oral and written examinations conducted by the ABCS.  The percentage of candidates who received passing scores on both the oral and written examinations this year is 82%.  We would like to congratulate each of them on their accomplishment in his/her area of certification: Body, Breast […]

Detroit Area Cosmetic Surgeon Helps to Train Surgeons in Mongolia

Dr. Brett Kotlus, a cosmetic and oculofacial plastic surgeon practicing in Shelby Township, Michigan, has traveled to different areas of the world for medical missions.  In September, 2008 he spent two weeks in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia training surgeons in eyelid and facial reconstructive surgery. Surgical procedures included facial bone reconstructions, eyelid reconstructions, and facial tumor resections.  […]

Dr. Angelo Cuzalina for CNN: Top Empowered Patient Tips for 2010

“Getting a second or even third opinion is critical, says Dr. Angelo Cuzalina, president-elect of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). “The extra effort and additional consultations will undoubtedly educate you further… which is always self-empowering.” Link: Read the whole story on CNN.com Dr. Cuzalina is a cosmetic surgeon in Tulsa, Oklahoma where he […]