Bella Milagros Clinic, Inc, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Bella Milagros Clinic, Inc
17822 Beach Blvd.
Suite 325
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
United States

ph: 714-465-9677
alt: 714-465-9673

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Dr D

Face & Neck Rejuvenation and Body Sculpting, Scar and Wound Healing 

by

Steven Dominguez, MD, MPH, FICS, FACEP

Introduction:

I began my career in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery in 1984 at the University of Iowa College of Medicine where I conducted research in mesenchymal (stem cells) cells and tissue regeneration, cancer cell identification via intermediate filaments immunofluorence staining, free flap viability, super glue wound closure, nutrition and metabolism following vertical gastric banding, and the Bardach palatoplasty.   I published and presented to the Triological Society as a senior medical student on the Incidence of Cholesteatoma in Cleft Palate. 

Training:

My residency training programs include Otolaryngology-Facial Plastic Surgery at the esteemed Cleveland Clinic, and Emergency Medicine at UCLA.  At UCLA, I honed my Face and Body Sculpting skills under Dr Malcolm Lesavoy (former Chief of Plastic Surgery).  Since 2012, I have worked and published with Dr. Marek Dobke (Chief of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) at UCSD on Advanced Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and Regenerative - Translational NanoTechnology. I completed a Breast Fellowship under the direction of Dan Metcalf, MD.

Awards:

  In October 2022, I was an invited speaker at the So Cal Cell & Gene Therapy Conference. I delivered the lecture on Advanced Bi0_Technology Medicine in Burn and Wound Healing.

In June 2020, I was recognized and distinquished as a Fellow of the International College of Surgeons.

In June 2017, I was inducted and honored with a LIFETIME membership in the BEST PLASTIC SURGEONS OF AMERICA.

On September 7-9, 2016, I was invited to participate in the USN-San Diego Medical Center C.A.R.E. conference.  The Sixth Annual Project CARE Summit invited World-renowned speakers and surgeons from Military Medicine as well  civilian counterparts to discuss advances in cutting edge Restorative, Reconstructive and Regenerative Medicine. The Summit included hands-on training for participants in both the simulation lab and the state-of-the-art cadaver lab at the Naval Medical Center San Diego Hospital.  I was Awarded 24 CME for my active participation.

In 2012, I was awarded 40 hours of CME in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery by the UCSD Dept of Plastic Surgery for my clinical work with Dr. Marek Dobke, Professor and Chief of Plastic Surgery. I continue to attend the weekly UCSD Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Clinic (Volunteer) and the Plastic Surgery CME conferences.

In 2003,  I was included in the Who's Who of Professionals book series.

In 1997 based on my chapter on MaxilloFacial Trauma, emergency facial trauma patient care, and multiple lectures given to Emergency Physicians and trauma surgeons throughout the USA, I was recognized and distinquished as a Fellow by the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Research:

Since 1984, I have conducted research in mesenchymal stem cells and growth factors, PRP and fibrin clot, stem cell and growth factor wound healing, skin grafting, adipose (fat) grafting, free flaps, super-glue, lasers for both ablation and collagen stimulation, cosmeceutical biochemistry, and clinical nutrition and metabolism for both accelerated wound healing and optimal lean muscle mass and weight management (Metabolic Syndrome). 

Professional Organizations:

           International College of Surgeons (Fellow)

           International Society of Plastic Regenerative Surgeons

           International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science

     International Society for Stem Cell Research   

     American College of Emergency Physicians (Fellow)

                 California Chapter of ACEP

Editorial Board Member:

I am honored to be an active reviewer and Editorial Board member of the following esteemed journals:

Cleft Palate - Craniofacial Journal

Journal of Stem Cell and Transplantation Biology

Advances in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Archives of Surgery and Clinical Research

The Scientific Journal of Cosmetic Surgery 

Journal of Hematology and Clinical Therapeutics

Publications:

I am the author of several peer reviewed surgical journal articles and textbook chapters.

Articles:

Dominguez S, Dobke M: Correction of Rhytides, Peau d'Orange, and Thin Dermis of the Face by Neocollagenesis Using Novel Collagen Stimulating Slurry Protocol. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2017 June

Dominguez S, Moshrefi S, Dobke M: Treatment Protocol for Acute Arterial Occlusion Secondary to Facial Revolumization Procedures. Emergency Medicine. 2017 May;49(5):221-229

Dominguez S, Dobke M, Dominguez S Jr: Too Much Of A Good Thing: Weakness, Dysphagia, and Stridor After Botulinum Toxin Injections. Emergency Medicine 48:551-556, 2016

Papay FA; Maggiano H; Dominguez S; Hassenbusch SJ; Levine HL; Lavertu P: Rigid Endoscopic Repair of Paranasal Sinus Cerebrospinal Fluid Fistulas. Laryngoscope 99:ll95-l20l, l989

Dominguez S; Harker LA:  Incidence of Cholesteatoma with Cleft Palate.  Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol 97:659-660, l988

Textbook Chapters:

Dominguez S, Mackert G, Dobke M: Nanotechnology to Enhance Transdermal Delivery of Hydrophilic Humectants for Improved Skin Care: A Model for Therapeutic Applications.  In Grumezescu A.M. (ed): Nanostructures for Drug Delivery.  Elsevier, Chapter 29, pp 919-939. 2017

Dominguez S: Maxillofacial Trauma. In Markovich V (ed);  Emergency Medicine Secrets.  Philadelphia, Hanley and Belfus, 1993, 1998

USA Patents:

I have been awarded five (5) medical device patents by the US Patent Office:

6783492         System and Method for Monitoring Body Functions

6740055         Trauma Cervical Collar

6560473         Disposable ECG Chest Electrode Template w Built-in Defibrillation Electrode

6526978         Endotracheal Tube Holder

6726706         Suture Tape and Method for Use

I am the inventor of the DermaLift minimally invasive face and neck lift using tumescent techniques.  I am also the inventor of the DermaLift Stem Cell Face lift using the patients' own fat derived stem cells and growth factors!

Lectures:

I lecture throughout the USA and Europe on Facial Trauma; ADSVF - Fat / Stem Cell / Growth Factor Harvest, Process, and Transplant Techniques; Aesthetic Facial Rejuvenation; Growth Factor Technology; Scar and Wound Healing; and Age Related Nutrition  and Protein Metabolism (sarcopenia). 

Most notably I have lectured at: UCLA, UCSD, USC, Cleveland Clinic, Univ of Navarra (Espana), Northwestern, U of Kentucky, U of Illinois, U of Chicago, U of Iowa, Ohio State, SUNY, U of Nebraska, U of Florida, U of Hawaii, Loma Linda U, Boston U, Tufts, Whittier Law, and as a Board Certification course instructor and evaluator for the Illinois Emergency Medicine Board Review course.

Directorships:

I was the course developer and instructor of the advanced cosmetic reconstruction workshops for emergency medicine physicians and trauma surgeons at UCLA from 1991-1994.

I have been the course Director and Instructor for Advanced Autologous Fat and Stem Cell Harvesting and Grafting to Face, Scars, Breasts, and Wounds; Advanced Face-Lift techniques; Rejuvenation of the Aged Eye and Lip; Face and Neck LipoSculpture, and Body Conturing.

I have been the course instructor for Advanced Facial injectables including ADSVF, fat, stem cells, PRP / PPP, Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, and Radiesse.  I have also been the course director for Advanced Erbium Laser Ablative Facial Resurfacing, and Thermage Skin Tightening of the face and neck.

Billing: 

I am a MediCare certified "Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery" provider.

Charity:

I perform charitable clinical work for the underprivileged and the underserved in the greater Southern California region and abroad. I also provide pro bono administrative services for several 501C3 organizations.

Invitation:

Whether you are just beginning to think about regenerative wound healing procedures or you are days away from aesthetic plastic surgery, you can always have confidence that I can provide for your aesthetic plastic surgery needs.  Reconstructive and complex surgical cases are performed at UCSD Thorton Hospital.

I do not utilize PA or RN aesthetic injectors or laser technicians.  I perform these medical services for you.

 

South Gate office                                                                        Lake Forest office

8406 State St                                                                              25411 Trabuco Rd

South Gate, CA 90280                                                              Suite 222

562-399-1926                                                                             Lake Forest, CA 92630

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Bella Milagros Clinic, Inc
17822 Beach Blvd.
Suite 325
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
United States

ph: 714-465-9677
alt: 714-465-9673