Featured Practice: Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Gastonia Location:
Parag Butala, MD, FACS
Eric T. Emerson, MD, FACS Kristen B. Higgins, MD, FAAD Joshua G. Porter, MD, MBA, FAAD
Jaime J. Vanourny, MD, FAAD
Cotswold:
Christopher A. Snyder, MD, FAAD
Blakeney:
Patrick McElgunn, MD, MBA, FAAD
Multiple locations
Blankeney: 704-542-2220
Cotswold: 704-344-8846
Gastonia: 704-898-8014
Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology is a trusted destination for total skin and body confidence, combining the safety of medical expertise with the artistry of cosmetic enhancement. Founded more than 30 years ago, it’s the only practice in the Charlotte region that offers fully integrated plastic surgery and dermatology under one roof in 12 locations. With more than 45 board-certified providers, the practice offers seamless, comprehensive care—from diagnosis to treatment to aesthetic refinement.
That care includes a broad spectrum of integrated services in plastic surgery, dermatology, and medical aesthetics. Contained within those areas are cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery; medical and surgical dermatology; Mohs surgery for skin cancer; aesthetic injectables; laser treatments; body contouring; and advanced skincare solutions. No matter the procedure, PPSD believes in empowering patients through education, personalized care, and a strong doctor-patient relationship.
The practice’s award-winning physicians are board-certified and fellowship-trained; many are former chief residents from prestigious academic institutions. Together, those professionals carry decades of experience and a strong focus on continued education and innovation. And at the center of the entire practice is a philosophy with three pillars: integrity, innovation, and compassion. These ensure each patient feels heard, respected, and cared for, whether they’re at a location for skin cancer treatment or a cosmetic transformation.
The practice’s 12 locations are comprised of state-of-the-art surgical suites, modern dermatology clinics, and advanced laser technologies. And among the cutting-edge tools at those facilities are CO2, IPL lasers, DiamondGlow, HydraFacial, and CoolSculpting. Many of the practice’s offices are equipped for on-site outpatient surgery, including Quad A-certified surgical suites, offering both convenience and the highest standards of safety and sterility. Further, licensed medical aestheticians provide personalized, medically supervised skincare and pre- and post-procedure treatments to support optimal outcomes. For added convenience, PPSD has a robust online store (which you can find at store.ppsd.com), where patients can purchase physician-recommended skincare products, gift cards, and services available 24/7.
Within PPSD’s dynamic offices are a vast array of opportunities and services for prospective patients—with plans tailored to each individual. As Gastonia-based professional Dr. Jaime Vanourny says, “Our patients don’t have to choose between medical care and aesthetic care— they get both, seamlessly. At PPSD, our collaborative approach allows us to treat the whole patient, not just the diagnosis.”
