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Dr. Cara Ryan Downey M.D., Plastic Surgeon
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Dr. Cara Ryan Downey M.D.

Plastic Surgeon

2500 West Loop S Suite 150 Houston TX, 77027
Practice Philosophy

Traditional Medicine

About

Dr. Cara Downey is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Downey 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

University of Texas - Austin Bachelor of Science in Human Biology 2003

Baylor College of Medicine MD 2009

Board Certification

Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 17 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Reduction Surgery
  • Brachioplasty
  • Brazilian Buttock Augmentation
  • Cool Sculpting
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Labiaplasty
  • Lower Body Lift
  • Liposuction
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Diep Breast Reconstruction
  • Brow Lift
  • Chin Implant
  • Eyelid Surgery (blepharoplastry)
  • Facelift
  • Facial Fat Grafting
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Botox
  • Chemical Peel
  • Restylane
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Laser Hair Removal

Professional Memberships

  • Member Phi Beta Kappa  2002 
  • Member Texas Medical Association  2013 
  • Member Harris County Medical Society  2013 

Publications

  • Annals of Plastic SurgeryCrystal Deposition Disease Masquerading as Proliferative Tenosynovitis and its Associated Sequelae2009
  • Wound Repair and RegenerationNegative Pressure Therapy is Effective to manage a Variety of Wounds in Infants and Children2007
  • Journal of Craniofacial SurgeryDeformational Plagiocephaly Associated with Ocular Torticollis: a Clinical Study and Literature Revi2007
  • In pressSystemic Capillary Leak Syndrome: A Rare Etiology of Compartment Syndrome0
  • Seminars of Plastic SurgeryEvaluation and Reduction of Nasal Trauma2010
  • Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryAn Algorithmic Approach to the Management of Limb Ischemia in Infants and Young Children2013

Experience & Accolades

  • Clinical Assistant Professor2013Baylor College of Medicine - Department of Surgery

Dr. Cara Ryan Downey M.D.'s Practice location

Downey Plastic Surgery

2500 West Loop S Suite 150 -
Houston, TX 77027
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