Dr. Michael Kluska, DO
Plastic Surgeon
30931 Highway 441 south Commerce GA, 30529
About
Dr. Michael Kluska believes every individual is a unique work of art. He recognizes that plastic and cosmetic surgery is more than a science. It is also a form of art that requires skill, patience and an artist’s eye to achieve exceptional results. Dr. Kluska’s 25 years of experience and high level of training, combined with an undergraduate degree in art affords him the opportunity to maintain this delicate balance allowing him to fulfill his mission of creating “art in motion.”
Dr. Kluska is triple board certified in Cosmetic Surgery (American Board of Cosmetic Surgery- ABCS), Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery and GeneralSurgery (American Osteopathic Board of Surgery- AOBS). After pursuing an undergraduate degree in Artat Washington and Jefferson College in Washington, PA. He attended medical school at Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa, followed by an internship and general surgery residency at theCleveland Clinic Health System - South Pointe Hospital. He further continued his training with a fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Ohio University, Cleveland Clinic Health Systemand South Pointe Hospital.
After seven years as an elite member of the Board of Trustees for the AACS and co-chairman for the Annual Scientific Meeting of the AACS, Dr. Kluska was appointed the prestigious position in 2017 as the President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS).
Dr. Kluska was in private practice for 15 years in his native town of Pittsburgh, PA and then recruited to spearhead a cosmetic surgery destination program at The Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia where he served for the past four years as the Medical Director for The Greenbrier Center for Cosmetic Surgery & MedSpa, The Greenbrier Ambulatory Surgicenter and the Rejuvenation Center in Beckley, WV. Following this, Dr. Kluska joined Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, TN where he practiced for 5 years. With new additions to his family including a grandson and one on the way, Dr. Kluska and his wife Melissa decided too move closer to family in Greenville, SC. As a result, he joined Meadows Surgical Arts in Buford and Commerce, GA.
He is highly sought after for his expert advice and opinion about cosmetic surgery by radio and television as well as, cosmetic surgical publications including; Plastic Surgery Practices where he served on the editorial advisory board, Cosmetic Surgery Times, and New You. Dr. Kluska is a routine presenter and instructor in many American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and American Osteopathic Board of Surgery sponsored events and has been voted multiple times as one of the “Best Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons” in the country by Plastic Surgery Practices.
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Education and Training
DO at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Washington & Jefferson College Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art 0
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine DO 0
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1993
Board Certification
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Michael Kluska, DO's Expert Contributions
Is ear plastic surgery permanent?
For the most part the answer to this question is yes. If you have had surgery once, minor improvements can be made with a second surgery. READ MORE
When can I lift weights after blepharoplasty surgery?
Typically, your risk for bleeding decreases significantly after 10 days. That said I have my patients wait 2 full weeks until return to heavy physical activity. READ MORE
Can the double chin be fixed?
Absolutely! There are several options available depending on your specific anatomy and goals. A virtual consultation would be needed to address your specific needs. READ MORE
Is lower eyelid surgery painful?
Actually, eyelid surgery is painless. Patients do very well with this surgery and have full recovery within a week outside of some mild swelling. READ MORE
How long does the effects of neck plastic surgery last?
Any type of cosmetic surgery takes you back in time. There is no permanency to any surgery but if it takes 10 years off of you and you’re 50 years old when you have the surgery, then when you’re 60 years old, you will look 50. READ MORE
How painful is a breast lift?
Excellent question! In the world of surgery, skin and fat alone don’t hurt that much and thus mastopexy alone is relatively not painful and Maoist patients recover within days. READ MORE
How long after liposuction will I see results?
In general liposuction yields results relatively quickly within 4 to 6 weeks one swelling starts to subside. That said the final results on liposuction usually take 6 to 12 months until all swelling is gone and contours even out. READ MORE
What is the recovery time for liposuction on thighs?
In general liposuction usually requires 3 to 5 days of downtime after initial surgery and then you can resume daily activity. Full activity, i.e. getting back to the gym, etc. usually can happen following liposuction at the 2 to 3 week mark READ MORE
Can I have another rhinoplasty years later?
Yes, it is possible to have a secondary rhinoplasty falling in an original surgery. Be sure to make sure that the surgeon you’re speaking with knows you’ve had a previous rhinoplasty and is comfortable going back in to perform secondary surgery. READ MORE
How long does a breast lift last?
There is no surgery that is permanent. That being said following any type of surgery, the result will take you back in time. In regards to Mastopexy alone your breasts will never sag quite as far as they did prior to the surgery and if you add an implant, the results will last even longer. READ MORE
What should I avoid after nose plastic surgery?
Head elevation and light activity are key the first week following rhinoplasty. Additionally, anything that increases your heart rate for the first four weeks increases your risk for bleeding. READ MORE
How long after rhinoplasty can I go to the pool?
4 weeks minimum READ MORE
Does fat come back after a tummy tuck?
Fat cells in the adult body are essentially finite. After any skin and fat removal surgery and if you maintain a constant weight, fat in the surgerical site does not return. READ MORE
Can you reverse rhinoplasty results?
Depending on the type of rhinoplasty that you have had most if the time this surgery is not reversible. The best person to discuss this with is the primary operating surgeon. READ MORE
How long after eye plastic surgery will I see results?
Initial results are seen immediately but due to swelling and some bruising it can take 6-8 weeks to see the final result. READ MORE
How long will the swelling last after eyelid plastic surgery?
Initial swelling following Blepharoplasty is about 2 weeks with final 15% of the swelling lasting up to 3 months READ MORE
Is eyelid plastic surgery recovery painful?
Absolutely not! In fact, there is minimal to not pain following eyelid surgery. if you would like to set up a virtual consult to discuss more about the procedure, direct message me your name and number @DrDaddyK READ MORE
Is there a lot of pain after a facelift?
In general, facelift surgery it has minimal pain. Although it is somewhat uncomfortable the first few days because you have a head wrap on. Most patients do very well with oral antibiotics and Tylenol and eventually switching over to Advil for the pain. If you would like to further discuss with me, you can direct message me @DrDaddyK on IG to set up a virtual consultation. READ MORE
Do you have to take any medications after rhinoplasty?
Most of my patients are placed on a broad spectrum anabiotic for 5 to 7 days along with some type of pain pill for the first 24 to 48 hours. In general rhinoplasty is not that painful it’s just uncomfortable because many times the nose has packing in it, and it’s difficult to breathe. If you’d like to set up a virtual consultation to further discuss, direct message me @DrdaddyK or visit my website www.DrDaddyK.com READ MORE
Can I speed up my facelift recovery?
The easiest way to heal from facelift surgery is to make sure that you’re eating well high protein, diet, along with low salt, plenty of fluids and head elevation. Many times I encourage my patience to take turmeric as an anti-inflammatory combined with using a jade roller for your face, if you would like to further discuss, you can direct message me @DrDaddyK or visit me at DrDaddyK.com READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- President American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 2017 - 2018
- Board of Trustees American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 2010 - 2017
- Medical Director The Greenbrier Center for Cosmetic Surgery and MedSpa -
- Adjunct Professor Lake Erie College -
- Surgical Department Advisory Board Member West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine -
- Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine -
Awards
- Best Plastic/Cosmetic Surgeon 2014 Plastic Surgery Practices
- President 2017 American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
- Master Surgeon in Plastic Surgery 2020 Surgical Review Corporation
Professional Memberships
- Fellow- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (FAACS), Fellow- American College of Osteopathic Surgery (FACOS)
- Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association
- Tennessee Osteopathic Medical Association
- West Virginia Osteopathic Medical Association
- American Osteopathic Association
Fellowships
- Cleveland Clinic Health System - South Pointe Hospital plastic and reconstructive surgery
Dr. Michael Kluska, DO's Practice location
Meadows Surgical Arts
30931 Highway 441 south -Commerce, GA 30529Get Direction
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Dr. Kluska and his staff were extremely friendly and knowledgable during my consultation. I look forward to my surgery and I would highly recommend Dr. kluska to anyone.
Love Dr. Kluska! He performed my reconstructive surgery after breast cancer. I am very pleased with the results and would recommend him to anyone. I plan on having some cosmetic surgery in the future.
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Transforming Faces and Bodies With Expert Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Michael Kluska, DO, affectionately known as “DrDaddyK”, is a triple board certified surgeon specializing in cosmetic, plastic/reconstructive, and general surgery. He joins Meadows Surgical Arts in Georgia, bringing his unique approach to beauty and artistry to patients in Commerce, Buford, and Monroe.
With a belief that every individual is a masterpiece waiting to be enhanced, Dr. Kluska’s mission is to create “art in motion” by helping patients achieve a natural look that reflects their inner beauty. He appreciates that plastic surgery is more than a science – it is also a form of art that requires skill, patience, and the ability to recognize the importance of treating the body as an integrated whole.
Dr. Kluska’s journey to becoming a highly respected surgeon began with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art from Washington & Jefferson College, followed by earning his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Health System – South Pointe Hospital, where he also pursued a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Kluska spent 15 years in private practice in his hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania before he was asked to be Medical Director of The Greenbrier Center for Cosmetic Surgery and MedSpa and its affiliated services in Beckley, West Virginia. His most recent practice was with Southern Surgical Arts in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he practiced for 5 years.
Along with esteemed positions as an Adjunct Professor at Lake Erie College, Surgical Department Advisory Board Member of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, and Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Kluska is a Fellow in the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (FAACS) and the American College of Osteopathic Surgery (FACOS).
Having spent over 25 years honing his craft, Dr. Kluska has held prestigious positions in the field of cosmetic surgery, including serving on the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s Board of Trustees and being appointed as President in 2017. He was recognized as a “Master Surgeon in Plastic Surgery” by the Surgical Review Corporation in 2020.
Recognized for his expertise and contributions to the field of cosmetic surgery, Dr. Kluska is a sought-after expert in radio, television, and publications such as Plastic Surgery Practices, Cosmetic Surgery Times, and New You. His commitment to excellence and dedication to his patients have earned him multiple accolades as one of the “Best Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons” in the country.
In his personal life, Dr. Kluska is a devoted family man, husband to Melissa, and father to four grown children, including three girls and one boy, all of whom he has actively supported in their pursuits, from sports coaching to nurturing their talents.
When not in the operating room, Dr. Kluska enjoys fishing and staying active through running, golf, and tennis.
Patients seeking transformative and artistic cosmetic surgery solutions can now experience Dr. Michael Kluska’s unparalleled expertise and passion for beauty at Meadows Surgical Arts, where each procedure is meticulously crafted to enhance both appearance and confidence.
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