Meet Dr. Nguyen
Dr. Anson Nguyen is a plastic surgeon specializing in facial and body procedures with a keen eye for subtlety and exacting attention to detail, he strives to provide his patients with tailored results that look natural and not overdone. Born and raised in Houston, TX he has trained at some of the most prestigious institutes and brings his expertise back to provide first-class care to the greater Houston area and surrounding cities.
Education & Training
Dr. Nguyen completed his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Texas before obtaining his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston. After medical school, he earned a highly sought-after position in integrated plastic surgery residency at Baylor Scott and White, undergoing extensive training in the full spectrum of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery.
fellowship
Following the completion of his residency, Dr. Nguyen was selected for the prestigious Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. There he further refined his techniques while developing additional expertise across facial rejuvenation and body contouring while working alongside some of the most distinguished surgeons in the world.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Nguyen specializes in aesthetic procedures of the face, breasts, and body with a keen interest in facial rejuvenation and rhinoplasty. He is also skilled in endoscopic cosmetic procedure that reduce scars in appropriate patient candidates. With attention to detail he also understands the subtleties and challenges that ethnic cosmetic procedures may present and can readily address them.
In addition to cosmetics, Dr. Nguyen is equally passionate about breast and skin cancer reconstruction. Throughout his training, he has performed numerous types of reconstructions for these patients and is devoted to making them feel complete once more.
Accolades & Research
Dr. Nguyen has been the recipient of several awards and serves as a member on several national committees. He has significant research experience throughout his education and training and has contributed to many different papers and publications, while also giving presentations at national meetings.
When he is not helping his patients achieve their aesthetic goals, Dr. Nguyen enjoys yoga, running, and anything related to Star Wars. He also enjoys giving back to his community and has participated in many service events, including medical mission trips.
Education
Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital
Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship
Baylor Scott and White
Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency
University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX
Medical degree
University of Texas, Austin, TX
B.A. Biology
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Select Publications
- A Serure, O Chaudhry, AV Nguyen, A Matarasso, R Gasgarth. “Fixed Point ‘A’ Technique Mastopexy.” ISAPS News. June 2019. 13 (2).
- AV Nguyen, O Chaudhry, A Matarasso. “Facelift: Surgical Rejuvenation of the Aged Face.” ISAPS News. March 2019. 13 (1).
- AV Nguyen, H Shin, M Saint-Cyr, CN Verheyden. “Blood Loss and Transfusion Rates in Microsurgical Head and Neck Reconstruction.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. (Accepted 2018)
- JT Abraham, AV Nguyen, RA Weber. “Plastic Surgery Residency Applicant Trends and Comparison with other Surgical Specialties.” Annals of Plastic Surgery. February 2018. 80(2) 164-170
- AV Nguyen, S Wong, M Saint-Cyr. Transverse Upper Gracilis Flap. In M Hanasono, C Butler (Eds), Handbook of Flaps. CRC Press (In process)
- AV Nguyen, Ho TQ, MX Czerwinski. “Safety of Outpatient Isolated Orbital Floor Fracture Repair.” Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. October 2016. 27(7) 1686-1688
- AV Nguyen, RC Mahabir. “An Update in Level of Evidence for Plastic Surgery Research.” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. July 2016 4(7)
Abstracts & Presentations
- AV Nguyen, S Levine.
A Comprehensive Approach to Hand Rejuvenation 2019
Presented at the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery annual meeting - O Chaudhry, AV Nguyen, C Thorne.
Lateral Subcutaneous Brow Lifting: A Personal Approach 2019
Presented at the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery annual meeting - AV Nguyen, H Shin, M Saint-Cyr, CN Verheyden.
Blood Loss and Transfusion Rates in Microsurgical Head and Neck Reconstruction 2017Presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting - AV Nguyen, S Wong, CN Verheyden.
Comparison in Outcomes between Large vs Small Volume Breast Reduction Using the Superior-medial Pedicle Vertical Pattern 2016
Presented at the Texas Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting and the American Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting - AV Nguyen, Ho TQ, MX Czerwinski.
Safety of Outpatient Isolated Orbital Floor Fracture Repair 2015
Presented at the Texas Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting and Baylor Scott and White Annual Research Day - A. Nguyen, RC Mahabir.
An Update in Level of Evidence for Plastic Surgery Research 2014
Presented at the Texas Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting and the American Society of Plastic Surgery annual meeting - Hawkins HK, Adler-Baugh K, Nguyen A, Huang T, Lee J, Herndon DN, McCauley RL.
Preliminary Report: Chronic Ulcerations and the Incidence of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Burn Patients 2012
Presented at the American Burn Association 44th Annual Meeting
Awards
- Teaching Resident Award, Baylor Scott and White
- Scholarship for Plastic Surgery Legislative Advocacy Summit
- ASERF Traveling Scholarship
- Phi Kappa Phi National Academic Honor Society
- National Merit Scholar