Dr. Jeffrey J Ptak M.D. FACS
Plastic Surgeon | Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
9431 E Ironwood Square Dr Scottsdale AZ, 85258About
Dr. Jeffrey Ptak is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Ptak specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
Education and Training
Michigan State University MD 1980
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS
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Is it safe to have a nose job in the summer?
Since I practice in Scottsdale where it's 75 or above most of the year (and believe me much hotter) there is no increased risk of infection with heat. In fact, I have never had an infection in 33 years of practice after a rhinoplasty. The most important consideration is training, certification and experience. READ MORE
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