Plastic Surgeon Daniel Ronel, M.D.

In addition to the Pre-Surgical Program in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Ronel often uses other non-traditional techniques to improve wound healing, recovery time, and to minimize scarring.

Molecular Biology
A modern technique developed from recent advances in molecular biology is the application of platelet gel: in most invasive procedures, such as a face lift or tummy tuck, a blood sample is withdrawn from the patient before beginning the procedure, it is spun down in a centrifuge, and a highly concentrated extract of the patient's own wound-healing factors is prepared. These are sprayed back into the surgical site at the end of the case to improve wound healing and minimize bleeding and scarring.

Pain Control
In many cases, Dr. Ronel is able to insert tiny catheters connected to a small balloon pump through which an anesthetic slowly flows after the surgery. The pain pump works right at the spot of surgery, giving better pain relief than only taking narcotic medications. The small balloon can be worn around the waist or neck. Removing the catheters is painless.