JMA Plastic Surgery -- JOHN M. ANASTASATOS, M.D., FACS
The son of a Greek shipping executive, “Dr. A” was born in New York during one of his father’s overseas assignments. Returning to Athens, Greece at the age of seven, he quickly discovered a love for science and architecture and a deep interest in medicine. As an honor student at the prestigious Athens College prep school, Dr. A observed his first surgery at the age of 16 and found his calling.

By the time he graduated from high school, he had assisted on over 30 surgical procedures with a prominent surgical group. In recognition of his superior community and academic achievements, he was awarded a full scholarship for the continuation of his education at Brown University, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the famed Ivy League institution in only three years and was immediately accepted by the School of Medicine, where he was awarded a medical degree with high honors four years later.

General surgical training followed at the esteemed Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital, an affiliate of Columbia University.Leaving New York City, Dr. A moved south to University of Alabama, Birmingham (UAB) for a sought-after Cosmetic and Reconstructive residency under renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Louis Vasconez. With a keen interest in anti-aging programs, Dr. A realized the importance of the hands in maintaining the “mystery” of age and simultaneously completed a fellowship in Hand Surgery, Upper Extremity and Micro Surgery. Impressed with his intelligence and ability as Chief Resident, the university invited Dr. A to work as a Clinical Instructor. Upon his certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he was appointed Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery. During this time, Dr. A also served as Attending Surgeon at UAB Hospitals, The Children’s Hospital and Veterans Hospital, recognized as a southeast regional specialist in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breast and abdominal wall for burn, cancer and trauma patients.