Overview
Dr. Mark E. Richards is a plastic surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital. He practices out of Ageless Impressions Plastic Surgery Institute in North Bethesda, Maryland, of which he is the founder. Dr. Richards has expertise in facelift and cheek lift surgery, breast enhancement and augmentation, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, body sculpting and plastic surgery for men. He has worked to establish a safer, more effective liposuction technique and an arm lift method that results in less scarring. Dr. Richards earned his medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at St. Barnabas Hospital, followed by a fellowship in plastic surgery at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Richards previously served as president of the National Capital Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Montgomery County Medical Society. Dr. Richards has been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by Consumer’s Research Council and a Top Doctor by U.S. News and World Report, Washingtonian Magazine and Baltimore Magazine. Dr. Richards has presented at numerous international conferences on cosmetic surgery and contributed to numerous publications, such as the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.
His top area of expertise is Menopause.
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
Suite 912, Rockville, MD 20852
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Dr. Kofi Derek Owusu Boahene is a professor of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the Director of the Division of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery and the director for the facial plastics fellowship training program. His practice encompasses the entire spectrum of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery including cosmetic and reconstructive aspects. Dr. Boahene is a leading expert in facial paralysis surgery and facial nerve injuries and has pioneered innovative treatment protocols and surgical techniques in facial reanimation. He is the director of the Johns Hopkins Facial Nerve center dedicated to restoring facial balance, symmetry and animation to those who have suffered from facial paralysis and facial nerve disorders. As an expert microsurgeon, Dr. Boahene routinely performs some of the most complex facial reconstruction procedures on the face including rebuilding of an entire nose, lip, jaw and facial defects resulting from cancer treatment, traumatic injuries or as a result of birth defects. He uses cutting edge 3-D technology, image-guided technology and tissue transplanted from other parts of the body to restore or replace missing tissues. He is a key member of the Johns Hopkins facial transplant program. His cosmetic experience is broad and draws from patients across the globe. He routinely performs rhinoplasties, eyelid surgery, face lifts and other facial enhancing procedures. As a skull base surgeon, Dr. Boahene has pioneered minimally invasive techniques for removal of skull base and brain tumors, repairing CSF leaks and has authored a major textbook on this subject. Dr. Boahene received his undergraduate degree from the University of Central Arkansas. He graduated summa cum laude from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, completed a five-year surgical residency training program in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and received fellowship training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Minnesota. As the recipient of the prestigious Mayo Brothers Distinguished Fellowship Award, Dr. Boahene was awarded additional craniofacial surgery training in Adelaide, Australia. He also received the Jack R. Anderson Prize for Scholastic Excellence for attaining the highest score nationally on the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery certification exam. Dr. Boahene serves as on the Board of Governors or the American Academy Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. In 1993, Dr. Kofi Boahene received the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical. Dr. Boahene is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Bell's Palsy, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Septoplasty, and Gastrostomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark E. Richards
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark E. Richards?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark E. Richards by calling their office at 301-468-3458. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark E. Richards a top-rated expert for Menopause?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark E. Richards is classified as an Experienced expert for Menopause, 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. Mark E. Richards specialize in?
While Dr. Mark E. Richards is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Menopause. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Mark E. Richards participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark E. Richards has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Menopause. You can view a list of Dr. Mark E. Richards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark E. Richards accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark E. Richards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-468-3458 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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