Dr. David Azouz and his staff are dedicated to making travel for Plastic Surgery in Dallas a convenient and streamlined process. Dr. David Azouz and his staff strive to make each step from purchasing compression garments, to preoperative concerns easy. They are dedicated to safe, and successful surgery with the highest level of care.

Dr. Azouz has expertise in the fields of aesthetic/cosmetic and reconstructive procedures and has been practicing in the Dallas/Fort Worth area for more than 3 decades. Dr. David Azouz is a board-certified plastic surgeon who offers a wide range of surgical procedures including rhinoplasty, facelift, removal of gynecomastia, liposuction, tummy tuck, breast augmentation, blepharoplasty, and body lift.

Dr. Azouz is one of the few plastic surgeons in the United States who has extensive experience in the reconstruction of the chest in patients with Poland Syndrome. Similarly, Dr. Azouz also has considerable experience in treating patients who have had free silicone injected and require removal. Patients with rare conditions such as neurofibromatosis, gastroschisis/belly button deformities, and a history of ear gauging travel from all over the world to see Dr. Azouz. Dr. Azouz strives to camouflage or hide incisions and is committed to the most natural look possible in his many plastic surgery procedures.

Dr. Azouz cares for patients who fly in from all over the world, including Mexico, Canada, France, Germany, England, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Argentina, Uruguay, China, and Japan. He has patients who travel to Dallas from all fifty states and Puerto Rico.He has patients who travel to Dallas from all fifty states and Puerto Rico. Often the first consult can be done virtually through a telemedicine consult. Records can be faxed to the office if needed and pictures can be shown or sent to Dr. Azouz. Dr. Azouz and many of his staff are fluent in both Spanish and French.

Scheduling and Paying for Your Services

Dr. Azouz is able to reserve operating room time for out-of-town patients at several Dallas, Plano, and Richardson locations which are conveniently located near both local hotels and airports. Dr. Azouz requires that a deposit be held to secure a date and time for Plastic Surgery. Dr. Azouz offers financing options including major credit cards, cashier’s checks, Care Credit, and the use of Health Savings Accounts.

Preoperative Photography

Photographs can be especially helpful in planning plastic surgery in Dallas. “Selfies” can be helpful, however, photographs taken by a loved one or friend are usually best. Be sure to take photographs with the best quality settings possible in a well-lit room.

For Face and Rhinopl For face surgery, the following photographs are helpful: side views from the left and right, a front view, and three-quarter views (pictures taken at 45-degree angles). For a Rhinoplasty, Worms Eye (bottom-up) and Top-down views are especially helpful.

For Chest, Breast, and Body the lateral, front, and three-quarter views are helpful. If there is a particular spot that is bothersome for example a lump in the breast or gynecomastia, then a zoomed-in view of that location can be helpful.

With all photography done and received by Dr. Azouz privacy is paramount. In body views, the face should not be included in the photographs for enhanced privacy.

Preparation and Recovery

Dr. Azouz will review a patient’s overall health, medical history, and concerns prior to surgery, and Travel Dr. Azouz will review a patient’s overall health, medical history, and concerns prior to surgery and travel to Dallas. Dr. Azouz also prepares his patients with a thorough understanding of expectations in regard to postoperative activity, swelling, and bruising.

Dr. Azouz is a meticulous plastic surgeon who has focused on optimizing each detail of the plastic surgery process to afford his patients the best experience possible. Dr. Azouz strives to limit the amount of pain and discomfort through advanced intraoperative and postoperative techniques.

Travel After Surgery

Patients who fly out from Dallas soon after surgery are recommended to stand and walk the length of the plane every 30 minutes. If traveling by car, the patient should stop and walk regularly. It is important not to lift heavy bags into the overhead bin of a plane or the trunk of the car. Dr. Azouz recommends having a friend, fellow passenger, family member, or flight attendant help with heavy luggage.

Airport Information

Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) airport is a major international airport and the headquarters for American Airlines. There are direct flights from Europe, Canada, South America, Caribbean Asia, the middle east, and Australia. DFW airport is approximately a 20 to 30-minute drive from Dr. Azouz’s office at Medical City Dallas.

Dallas Love Field is the regional airport for the Dallas area situated near University Park and Highland Park. It is located approximately 20 minutes from Dr. Azouz’s office at Medical City Dallas. There are direct and connecting flights from Love Field to many of the smaller Texas cities including Midland/Odessa, Tyler/Longview, Wichita Falls, Lubbock, Amarillo, Waco, and Harlingen.

Getting Around Dallas/Fort Worth Plano and Surrounding Areas

Some patients elect to rent a car during their stay and others choose ride-sharing services, such as Uber and Lyft. Parking is usually easy and available throughout the city.

About Dallas

Dallas is a modern metropolis in North Texas, which is the main cultural and commercial hub of the area. The population is diverse and the city has culture and activities spanning all areas of interest. Additionally, Dallas consists of several religious and ethnic groups and is home to the 6th largest LGBTQI population in the country.

Hotel and Short Stay Accommodations in the Dallas Area

There are many hotels and short-stay locations available throughout Dallas, Fort Worth, and Plano. Dr. Azouz and his staff are able to recommend beautiful, inexpensive, functional, and comfortable options located nearby the surgical facilities where Dr. Azouz operates.

Dallas Area Restaurants, Healthy Eating, and Activities

The Arts District in the northern section of Downtown Dallas is home to several art venues and it is the largest contiguous arts district in the U.S. Patients enjoy spending time at the Dallas Museum of Art, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, The Dallas World Aquarium, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.

Klyde Warren Park, a public park in Downtown Dallas, hosts many events such as outdoor yoga and music performances. This urban park built over the Woodall Rodgers Freeway also houses a variety of food trucks, the Savor Gastropub, and is centered between the art and sculpture museums.

Patients also enjoy walking around the Dallas Zoo, which is the largest zoo in Texas, or the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Both offer different exhibits depending on the time of year, so they can visit these again and again.

Other places to visit are Trinity Groves and the Lower Greenville areas. At each, you will find an array of restaurant options. Some of the best restaurants to find a healthy meal are True Food Kitchen in University Park, Flower Child in Inwood Village, Bird Bakery, Royal Blue Grocery, and Cafe Pacific in Highland Park Village, and HG Supply Co on Lower Greenville.

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Azouz

If you are interested in traveling to Dallas to consult with Dr. Azouz and explore your options in plastic surgery. Contact us at (972) 702-8888 or reach us by filling our online form.