
Dr. Derek C. Lou, MD
Plastic Surgeon
909 Frostwood Dr Suite 340 Houston TX, 77024About
As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Houston, Texas, it is my singular goal to bring the benefits of plastic surgery to those who need it, and contrary to what you may have seen or heard, it can be ...
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Dr. Derek C. Lou, MD's Expert Contributions
Is facial plastic surgery painful?
In general most facial procedures are not excessively painful. Obviously it varies from person to person, but most of my patients do well and don’t require a lot of pain medication. READ MORE
Can plastic surgery remove burn scars?
Various plastic surgery procedures can improve or correct burn scars. A comprehensive plan can be determined with a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. READ MORE
Fellowships
- Indiana University / School of Medicine
Dr. Derek C. Lou, MD's Practice location
Practice At 909 Frostwood Dr Suite 340
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