The Surgical Artist's Blog

Even though it will be his first time in battle, Dr. Justin Gusching isn’t afraid. Upon receiving his orders last month, the Ohio Army National Guard Major was told to report for duty April 12th for a four-month deployment overseas. In his capacity as field surgeon, classification 62 Bravo, he will likely be stationed on the front lines in the fight against an all-too-familiar enemy: ISIS. “I’m good with it. I’m ready for it. I’ve done trauma. I’m actually kind of excited to get back,” he says.

Southern Surgical Arts is proud to announce the arrival of highly esteemed plastic and cosmetic surgeon Dr. Michael Kluska, DO, FAACS, FACOS. Triple board-certified in Cosmetic, Plastic/Reconstructive and General Surgery, Dr. Kluska brings twenty years of invaluable knowledge and experience, along with a third dimension to SSA, in the area of necessary plastic surgical procedures often covered by insurance.

Over the years, Dr. Nease has been an integral part of Southern Surgical Arts and we are appreciative of his efforts spanning the past 11 years.

A new year. A new you. In no time. With our Fractora and HALO treatments, patients in North Georgia can start the new year looking and feeling better than ever. Whether you’re ready to simply freshen your face, erase acne, improve skin tone or eradicate wrinkles we’ve got you covered in the new year. Here’s how these two treatments offer serious results, practically pain-free and with very little downtime:

Whether you’re still carrying stubborn pounds from a pregnancy, or you’ve struggled with your weight for years and can’t recall the last time you felt good about your body, it’s time to let it go; to look and feel your very best. What if there was a non-invasive, non-permanent procedure that nearly guaranteed you could peel off the pounds to create a whole new you in the new year?

Underneath the layers of hats, gloves and scarves keeping you toasty warm this winter lies your best beauty asset: your skin. But maintaining a fresh face in the midst of chilly temps and whipping winds can be a chore without a winter-worthy skin regimen.

What better way to celebrate life than host the best Day of the Dead bash of the year? Southern Surgical Arts’ much-anticipated client and patient appreciation event, Spooktacular, was the hottest ticket in town Thursday, October 18^th, boasting a huge crowd. The annual event is inspired by Día de Los Muertos, a Mexican holiday where family and friends honor the lives of the deceased through elaborate costumes, flowers, food and dance.

If you’re looking for the perfect place for a fall break or to be whisked away this winter, look no further than SSA’s newly minted Serenity in the Mountains Spa. Nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, it’s one of the best kept secrets around. Just a short drive from Chattanooga, Calhoun, and the surrounding area, this luxury spa is close enough for a quick weekend trip yet far enough to feel you’ve totally left the daily grind behind. The natural beauty of changing foliage is sure to be on full display this fall season. And what better time than winter to cozy up to a roaring fire with some hot cocoa or that bottle of pinot noir you’ve been saving for a special occasion?

You’ve been wanting some major enhancements for what feels like forever – slimmer hips and thighs, the perfect booty, a flat tummy or better breasts. Now that the skin-baring, bathing suit-wearing summer season has passed, it’s the perfect time to take the plunge and make plans to fall in love with you again.

September 20^th was the perfect summer night for Southern Surgical Arts to celebrate patients and guests during its annual Open House event at SSA’s North Georgia Surgical Center and Medspa located in Calhoun, Georgia.