Indiana Plastic Surgery, David A. Robinson, M.D.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, News and Events

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What is new with the practice

Dr Robinson is currently participating in an FDA sponsored study regarding the use of silicone-gel breast implants for patients undergoing breast reconstruction. Patients who are considering breast reconstruction are encouraged to contact the Center for Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery to see if they qualify for enrollment in the study.

Now offering THERMAGE (non surgical facelift) and Restylane (new longer lasting facial soft tissue filler)

Learn more about the financing services that we offer.

David A. Robinson, MD
9042 Columbia Avenue
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 513-2100

David A. Robinson, MD
401 Wall Street
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(866) 613-2100

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Credentials

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Credentials and Educational Background

Undergraduate:

Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana 1986

Medical School:

MD, Rush Medical College, Chicago, Illinois 1993

Residency & Fellowships:

General Surgery:

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan 1993-1999

Plastic Surgery:

University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin 1999-2001

Certifications:

American Board of Plastic Surgery 2003
American Board of Surgery 2001

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Procedures

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Plastic Surgery Procedures

Dr Robinson is a board certified plastic surgeon with offices located in Munster and Valparaiso, Indiana. He has received specialized training in each of the procedures listed on this page.

After an in-depth consultation with Dr. Robinson, each of our patients receives a packet with information about their desired procedure. We will also provide you with a free quote for your surgery as well as available financing options.

For many popular procedures listed on our website, we offer links to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) website for more detailed information.

Face:

Face Lift
Rhinoplasty
Eyelid Surgery
Wrinkle Reduction By Injection
Botox
Collagen
Chemical Or Micro Peels
Dermabrasion
Microdermabrasion
Ear Surgery
Chin Augmentation
Laser Skin Resurfacing
BrowLift
THERMAGE
Restylane

Breast:

Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift
Breast Reduction
Breast Reconstruction
Tram Flap Breast Reconstruction
Male Breast Reduction Surgery

Body Contouring:

Liposuction
Abdominoplasty
Spider-Vein Treatment
Upper Arm Lift
Scar Revision

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Body Contouring Procedures

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Body Contouring Procedures

Liposuction

You may be a candidate for liposuction if you have excess subcutaneous fat, which is resistant to diet and exercise. Liposuction may also be desirable if you wish to change the contours of your body. Commonly involved areas are the anterior part of the neck (under the chin), upper arms and armpits, male chest/breasts, trunk, abdomen, waist, hips, thighs, inner knees, calves, and ankles. Most patients are near normal weight and desire permanent contour changes.

Abdominoplasty

You may be a candidate for a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) if you have loose or sagging abdominal wall skin that is frequently associated with abnormal relaxation of the anterior abdominal wall muscles (often secondary to multiple pregnancies or prior surgery). You may also desire a tummy tuck if you are unable to tighten your abdominal wall skin with exercise. An abdominoplasty is intended to give the patient a smoother, flatter abdomen.

Abdominoplasty is usually performed under general anesthesia either within the hospital or in an outpatient setting. (Mini-abdominoplasties can be performed under sedation and local anesthesia.) Mini-abdominoplasty tightens the lower abdominal wall skin only (shortest scar). Standard abdominoplasty tightens all of the abdominal wall skin (standard scar). Extended abdominoplasty tightens the abdomen and the flanks or sides (longest scar extending around the flanks onto lower back.) Light activity is comfortable in 10-20 days. Sports will not be comfortable for about 6 weeks. Additional procedures that may enhance the result of a tummy tuck are Liposuction, Breast Procedures, or a Thigh Lift.

Abdominoplasty is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance. Usually, the patient is responsible for payment. The specific risks and the suitability of abdominoplasty for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual. View abdominoplasty photos.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Breast Surgery Procedures

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Breast Surgery Procedures

Breast Augmentation

Women who desire larger breasts may wish to have a breast enlargement (augmentation) procedure. Breast augmentation may also be indicated for women who have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other. Breast augmentation is intended to give the patient larger and more shapely breasts. A more positive self image may also be a result of breast enlargement. Breast enlargement is done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia. A small incision is made under the breast and a saline breast implant is inserted under the breast tissue or under the breast tissue and the underlying muscle. The patient goes home in an elastic bra. The bra helps hold the breasts in the correct position. Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication. Sutures are placed under the skin and do not need to be removed. Light activities can be resumed as tolerated and aerobic activities can be started in about 3 weeks. Moving or sliding the implants within the breast pockets during the postoperative period may reduce the frequency of wrinkling. An additional procedure that would enhance the result of a breast augmentation is a Mastopexy (breast lift) - if the breasts are sagging in addition to being small. View breast augmentation photos.

Breast Lift

You may be a candidate for breast lift surgery if you have sagging breasts due to past pregnancies, genetics, or aging. You may also desire a mastopexy if breast sagging is too great to be treated with an implant alone. The procedure may also be helpful if your nipple-areolar complexes (pigmented areas around nipples) are enlarged. Breast lift (mastopexy) is intended to give the patient an elevated, more youthful breast contour, as well as nipple-areolar complexes of the desired size and at the correct height. Breast lift is usually done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia. The design of the incisions can vary but usually include incisions around the nipple-areolar complex and in the crease under the breast. The nipple-areolar complex is repositioned higher, the excess skin is removed, and the breast is reshaped in a pleasing contour and in a more normal position. The insertion of an implant as well, may or may not be advisable. The patient goes home with only light dressings over the incision lines. Sutures are placed under the skin and do not need to be removed. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days. Additional procedures which may enhance the result are a small Breast Reduction or Breast Enlargement. View breast lift photos.

Breast Reduction

Women with very large, pendulous breasts may experience a variety of medical problems caused by the excessive weight-from back and neck pain and skin irritation to skeletal deformities and breathing problems. Bra straps may leave indentations in their shoulders. Unusually large breasts can make a woman-or a teenage girl-feel extremely self-conscious. Breast reduction, technically known as reduction mammaplasty, is designed for such women. The procedure removes fat, glandular tissue, and skin from the breasts, making them smaller, lighter, and firmer. It can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple. The goal is to give the woman smaller, better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body. If you're considering breast reduction, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure- when it can help, how it's performed, and what results you can expect. It can't answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your doctor if there is anything about the procedure you don't understand. View breast reduction photos.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Facial Plastic Surgery

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Facial Surgery Procedures

Face Lift

You may be a candidate for a facelift if you have experienced a loss of skin elasticity and muscle tone of the face and neck. A facelift may also be desirable if you have the appearance of jowls and deep creases between the base of the nose and the corners of the mouth, and developed facial and neck wrinkles. A facelift may also be helpful if you believe you lack youthful chin and neck contours and/or feel you have a tired facial appearance. A facelift is intended to give the patient a more rested and youthful contour to the face and neck. Facelifts range in size from "mini" to "standard" depending on location and extent of skin laxity. The operation is done on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia with sedation, or under general anesthesia.

Rhinoplasty

You may be a candidate for nose reshaping (rhinoplasty) if you have a nose that is cosmetically unattractive or does not "fit" with other facial features. Rhinoplasty may also be indicated for an abnormal appearance of the nose as a result of birth defects, injury, or disease. Nose reshaping is intended to produce a more attractive nasal shape and/or a nose in better proportion to other facial features. Rhinoplasty is done on an outpatient basis under sedation, and local or general anesthesia. Your plastic surgeon will decide which of the following techniques should be used: STANDARD RHINOPLASTY: Incisions are made inside the nostrils. The nasal bones, cartilage, and soft tissues are reshaped to improve the external contour. OPEN RHINOPLASTY: Frequently used for difficult or larger noses. Involves one external incision across the columella (strut between the nostrils). Bones, cartilage, and soft tissues are reshaped under direct vision. TIP-PLASTY: If only the nasal tip is abnormal, it may be corrected with either a standard or external (open) approach. Large nostrils may be reduced through tiny incisions at the outer base of the nostrils with either type of rhinoplasty.

Eyelid Surgery - Blepharoplasty

You may be a candidate for eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) if you have excessive, sagging, or wrinkled upper or lower eyelid skin. Eyelid lift can also be helpful if you have excess upper eyelid skin that interferes with vision or if you have lost your natural upper eyelid crease. Eyelid lift may also be indicated if you have puffy pouches of fat in the upper or lower lids that create a tired or aged appearance. The eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) procedure is intended to produce a more youthful and rested appearance of the eyes. The procedure may also widen your visual fields if excessive upper lid skin has partially blocked vision. Blepharoplasty is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia. The incisions are made where the natural crease should be in the upper lids and below the lash line in the lower lids. Excess fat and skin are removed. If only excess fat is present in the lower lids, it may be removed through an incision inside the lower lids with no external incision or scar (transconjunctival blepharoplasty). View blepharoplasty photos.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Before and After plastic surgery photos

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Plastic Surgery Photos

We welome you to browse our online selection of Dr. Robinson's plastic surgery results. These plastic surgery patients have generously permitted us to share their before and after photographs on our web site. You can click on any of the before and after photo sets to see a larger version of the image.

When you visit us for a consultation, we will select relevant patient images from a large selection of Dr. Robinson's before and after photos for you to study. We hope you enjoy this opportunity to see the possibilities of plastic surgery.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Consultation

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What to Expect at your First Consultation

Cosmetic surgery gives you the ability to do more than simply change your appearance. It can transform the way you feel about yourself, providing a more positive and self-assured attitude and greater self esteem. It is important to find a surgeon in whom you have the utmost confidence and with whom you have an excellent rapport. This rapport begins the moment you contact the office. Our staff strives to make all of your encounters pleasant and comfortable, even for the most shy or discerning individuals. Our patients must think we succeed because many come back year after year and refer their friends and family to us as well.

From Consultation to Surgery

Your consultation is an opportunity to meet Dr. Robinson and discuss your individual needs. He will perform a medical history and then spend time listening carefully to you describe your surgical goals. Dr. Robinson understands that there are some anxieties about elective surgery and makes it a point to get to know you in a comfortable setting before examining you. He will take the time to understand what your objectives are and then outline an approach to achieve your goals. It is important to have a realistic understanding of what can be achieved. He will help you create a foundation by discussing diet, exercise, skin health, and other basics before proceeding with the building blocks of surgery. You will have the opportunity to view photographs of others who have undergone surgery, and you will see what results can be achieved.

Why your experience here will be different

While qualifications, credentials, and certificates are very important, they can be hard to relate to. It is your relationship with the surgeon that counts. Dr. Robinson takes sincere interest in his patients, and it shows in his ability to understand your concerns. He uses his experience to advise you and help you arrive at a decision that is best for you. No question is too small or unimportant. You are welcome to return as many times before and after surgery as needed so he, or his nurse, can address your every concern. You will find that he explains things clearly and patiently. You will also find his staff very attentive, providing the personalized care and privacy patients require and deserve

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Privacy Policy

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THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW HEALTH INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN ACCESS THIS INFORMATION.

PLEASE REVIEW THIS NOTICE CAREFULLY. THE PRIVACY OF YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION IS VERY IMPORTANT TO OUR OFFICE.

We are required by applicable federal and state law to maintain the privacy of your health information. We are also required to give you this Notice about our privacy practices, our legal duties, and your rights concerning your health information. We must follow the privacy practices that are described in this Notice while it is in effect. This Notice takes effect 4-14-03 and will remain in effect until we replace it.

We reserve the right to change our privacy practices and the terms of this Notice at any time, provided such changes are permitted by applicable law. We reserve the right to make the changes in our privacy practices and the new terms of our Notice effective for all health information that we maintain, including health information we created or received before we made the changes. Before we make a significant change in our privacy practices, we will change this Notice and make the new Notice available upon request.

You may request a copy of our Notice at any time. For more information about our privacy practices, or for additional copies of this Notice, please contact us using the information listed at the end of this Notice.

USES AND DISCLOSURES OF HEALTH INFORMATION

We use and disclose health information about you for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. For example:

Treatment: We may use or disclose your health information to another physician or other healthcare provider treating you.

Payment: We may use and disclose your health information to obtain payment for services we provide to you.

Healthcare Operations: We may use and disclose your health information in connection with our healthcare operations. Healthcare operations include quality assessment and improvement activities, reviewing the competence or qualifications of healthcare professionals, evaluating practitioner and provider performance, conducting training programs, accreditation, certification, licensing or credentialing activities.

Your Authorization: In addition to our use of your health information for treatment, payment or healthcare operations, you may give us written authorization to use your health information or to disclose it to anyone for any purpose. If you give us an authorization, you may revoke it in writing at any time. Your revocation will not affect any use or disclosures permitted by your authorization while it was in effect. Unless you give us a written authorization, we cannot use or disclose your health information for any reason except those described in this Notice.

To Your Family and Friends: We must disclose your health information to you, as described in the Patient Rights section of this Notice. We may disclose your health information to a family member, friend or other person to the extent necessary to help with your healthcare or with payment for your healthcare, but only if you agree that we may do so.

Persons Involved in Care: We may use or disclose health information to notify, or assist in the notification of (including identifying or location) a family member, your personal representative or another person responsible for your care, of your location, your general condition, or death. If you are present, then prior to use or disclosure of your health information, we will provide you with an opportunity to object to such uses or disclosures. In the event of your incapacity or emergency circumstances, we will disclose health information based on a determination using our professional judgment disclosing only health information that is directly relevant to the person?s involvement in your healthcare. We will also use our professional judgment and our experience with common practice to make reasonable inferences of your best interest in allowing a person to pick up filled prescriptions, medical supplies, x-rays, or other similar forms of health information.

Marketing Health-Related Services: We will not use your health information for marketing communications without your written authorization.

Required by Law: We may use or disclose your health information when we are required to do so by law.

Abuse or Neglect: We may disclose your health information to appropriate authorities if we reasonably believe that you are a possible victim of abuse, neglect, or domestic violence or the possible victim of other crimes. We may disclose your health information to the extent necessary to avert a serious threat to your health or safety or the health or safety of others.

National Security: We may disclose to military authorities the health information of Armed Forces personnel under certain circumstances. We may disclose to authorized federal officials health information required for lawful intelligence, counterintelligence, and other national security activities. We may disclose to correctional institution or law enforcement official having lawful custody of protected health information of inmate or patient under certain circumstances.

Appointment Reminders: We may use or disclose your health information to provide you with appointment reminders (such as voicemail messages, postcards, or letters). PATIENT RIGHTS Access: You have the right to look at or get copies of your health information, with limited exceptions. You may request that we provide copies in a format other than photocopies. We will use the format you request unless we cannot practicably do so. (You must make a request in writing to obtain access to your health information. You may obtain a form to request access by using the contact information listed at the end of this Notice. We will charge you a reasonable cost-based fee for expenses such as copies and staff time. You may also request access by sending us a letter to the address at the end of this Notice. If you request copies, we will charge you 50 cents for each page, $20 per hour for staff time to locate and copy your health information, and postage if you want the copies mailed to you. If you prefer, we will prepare a summary or an explanation of your health information for a fee. Contact us using the information listed at the end of this Notice for a full explanation of our fee structure.)

Disclosure Accounting: You have the right to receive a list of instances in which we or our business associates disclosed your health information for purposes other than treatment, payment, healthcare operations and certain other activities, for the last 6 years, but not before April 14, 2003. If you request this accounting more than once in a 12-month period, we may charge you a reasonable, cost-based fee for responding to these additional requests.

Restrictions: You have the right to request that we place additional restrictions on our use or disclosure of your health information. We are not required to agree to these additional restrictions, but if we do, we will abide by our agreement (except in an emergency).

Alternative Communication: You have the right to request that we communicate with you about your health information by alternative means or to alternative locations. (You must make your request in writing.) Your request must specify the alternative means or location, and provide satisfactory explanation how payments will be handled under the alternative means or location you request.

Amendment: You have the right to request that we amend your health information. (Your request must be in writing and it must explain why the information should be amended.) We may deny your request under certain circumstances.

Electronic Notice: If you receive this Notice on our Web site or by electronic mail (e-mail), you are entitled to receive this Notice in written form.

QUESTIONS AND COMPLAINTS If you want more information about our privacy practices or have questions or concerns, please contact us. If you are concerned that we may have violated your privacy rights, or you disagree with a decision we made about access to your health information or in response to a request you made to amend or restrict the use or disclosure of your health information or have us communicate with you by alternative means or at alternative locations, you may complain to us using the contact information listed at the end of this Notice. You also may submit a written complaint to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We will provide you with the address to file your complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services upon request. We support your right to the privacy of your health information. We will not retaliate in any way if you choose to file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Map and Location

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Map and Location

We have two locations in Northwest Indiana to serve you. To schedule an appointment, to obtain more information about our services, or if you have any questions or comments, please call us at (219) 513-2100 or use our toll free number at (866) 613-2100. Our office hours are Mon - Fri 9-5. We have two locations in Indiana to serve you. One in Munster and one in Valparaiso

9042 Columbia Avenue Munster, IN 46321

Located approximately 35 minutes from downtown Chicago

Munster Office

Valparaiso Office

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Contact, Dr. David Robinson

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Indiana Plastic Surgery has two conveniently located offices.
Indiana Plastic Surgery, Munster Office 9042 Columbia Avenue
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 513-2100

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Valparaiso Office 225 Aberdeen Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(866) 613-2100

Indiana Plastic Surgery, Dr. David Robinson, Sitemap

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