Overview
John D. Symbas, M.D., graduated with honors from the School of Medicine at Emory University where he also finished his undergraduate program. Dr. Symbas completed his residency at Emory University through the School of Medicine in both plastic surgery and in general surgery. He completed an oculoplastic and cosmetic fellowship at Paces Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Symbas is licensed in the state of Georgia and became board certified in 2012 by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Symbas joined the plastic surgery team at the Atlanta Plastic and Reconstructive Specialists center in October 2015. Prior to that he was an instrumental member of the team at Marietta Plastic Surgery for almost five years.Dr. Symbas was also a decorated athlete both in high school at The Lovett School and in college at Emory University. He was named to the coveted GTE Academic All-American First Team in soccer and captained the team his senior year. He has also written and presented numerous publications on topics ranging from body contouring after bariatric surgery to acellular dermal matrix in eyelid surgery. Special interests include breast reconstruction after cancer treatment.
Dr. Symbas is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Breast Enlargement In Males, Keloids, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Lymphadenectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1800 Howell Mill Road Northwest, Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Symbas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Symbas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Symbas by calling their office at 404-343-0897. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Symbas a top-rated expert for Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Symbas is classified as an Advanced expert for Melanoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John Symbas specialize in?
While Dr. John Symbas is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Breast Enlargement In Males, and Keloids. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. John Symbas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Symbas has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. John Symbas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Symbas accept my insurance?
Dr. John Symbas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-343-0897 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Symbas isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- MelanomaDr. Symbas isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
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- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Symbas isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Symbas isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- KeloidsDr. Symbas isExperienced. Learn about Keloids.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Symbas isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Symbas isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.