Plastic Surgeons Dr. Joseph Bauer, Dr. Dean J. Fardo, Dr. Amy Alderman of Alpharetta, Georgia (GA) Profiles

A dedicated and skillful cosmetic surgeon, Joseph G. Bauer, MD, F.A.C.S. realizes that beauty is intensely personal, and his work celebrates the uniqueness of each individual. His recommendations and advice are the result of years of experience and thoughtful, professional judgment. His ongoing commitment to staying abreast of recent advancements and technologies keeps him and his techniques on the cutting edge of cosmetic surgery. Before prescribing or performing any surgery, treatment, or therapy, he meets with patients to educate them, discuss options and ensure informed decisions

Dr. Bauer holds dual board certifications in both plastic surgery, and general surgery. His honors include graduating cum laude from Emory University Medical School, and a Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center where he was awarded the Nike Award for Best Surgical Result.

Dr. Bauer is a member of many professional societies including the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, and the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery. He is a contributing author to textbooks on Plastic Surgery and various scientific journals. Dr. Bauer has also been featured on CNBC, in Atlanta Magazine, and is a frequent guest lecturer and radio talk show host.

Dr. Bauer has been chosen to participate in numerous clinical breast implant studies based on his skill and experience in breast enlargement surgery. Call the Swan Center for Plastic Surgery at (770) 667-0904 or use our contact form to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Bauer.

Certifications and Professional Memberships

• M.D.
• F.A.C.S.
• American Board of Surgery
• American Board of Plastic Surgery
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• American Medical Association
• Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American College of Surgeons
• Medical Association of Georgia
• American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
• Lipoplasty Society - Candidate for Membership

Dr. Fardo is a Pennsylvania-native who obtained his B.S. degree in both biology and engineering from Pennsylvania State University. After graduating, he received his M.D. from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and was elected into AOA (The National Medical Honor Society), graduating with Honors. Both his general and plastic surgery residencies were completed at the University program at Grand Rapids / Michigan State. 

Dr. Fardo then sought out the best additional cosmetic surgery training available and sought the illustrious cosmetic surgery fellowship program at the Cleveland Clinic. He also completed an Oculoplastic (eyelid) fellowship at PACES Plastic Surgery.  Dr. Fardo is one of the very few surgeons nationwide who has formal training in both Plastic and Oculoplastic Surgery. He then went on to become an Attending Staff Physician at the world renowned Cleveland Clinic for three years. He specialized in cosmetic and Oculoplastic surgery at that facility.  He is a board certified plastic surgeon and as a member of numerous medical societies, he has authored several scientific publications, textbook chapters and leads lectures at several industry meetings.

 

Certifications and Professional Memberships

• M.D.
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Dr. Alderman is an accomplished, nationally known surgeon who has an artistic approach to cosmetic surgery that enhances patient’s beauty and helps restore self-esteem.   Dr. Alderman is known for her personalized approach to educating patients on all available options and believes this is an important step in building meaningful, long-lasting relationships. She works collectively with each patient to address concerns and develop individualized action plans to achieve natural appearing results.  Dr. Alderman’s unparalleled commitment to patient care and safety can be contributed to years of education, professional experience, and involvement in national patient safety initiatives. 

After graduating Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude and Academic All-American in tennis at Birmingham-Southern College, Dr. Alderman continued her educational career at the University of Alabama-Birmingham School of Medicine where she graduated valedictorian of her medical school class.  She also received several honors including early membership into Alpha Omega Alpha, the National Medical Honor Society.  Dr. Alderman completed her Plastic Surgery Residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  During her training, she earned a Masters in Public Health and was admitted into the highly competitive Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program, which gave her the tools to engage in surgical outcomes research and patient safety initiatives.

After her training was completed, Dr. Alderman joined the teaching staff at the University of Michigan and was promoted to a tenured Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery and served as the Director for the University’s Cosmetic Surgery Program.  While at the University of Michigan, her clinical focus was breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery and she was actively involved in resident education.  In addition, she was a highly accomplished researcher in breast surgery and received grant funding from The National Cancer Institute, The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation.

 Dr. Alderman is board certified in Plastic Surgery.  She is a frequent lecturer at plastic surgery conferences worldwide and has over 50 peer-reviewed publications, 7 book chapters, and more than 100 scientific presentations.  She is frequently asked to review manuscripts for publication in plastic surgery and other surgical journals.

Certifications and Professional Memberships

• M.D.
• F.A.C.S.
• American Board of Surgery
• American Board of Plastic Surgery
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
• National Board of Medical Examiners for Plastic Surgery
• Dingman Society
• Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons
• Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons
• Southwest Oncology Group
• American Society of Plastic Surgery Clinical Trials Committee
• American Society of Plastic Surgery Quality and Performance Committee
• American Society of Plastic Surgery Venous Thromboembolism Task Force
• American Society of Plastic Surgery Breast Surgery Task Force