Kirby Plastic Surgery is pleased to announce the QUAD A (American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, inc.) has officially certified its on-site surgical suite, making it the only Quad-A-certified operating facility in Fort Worth. Many patients know safe plastic surgery depends on the training and skill of their plastic surgeon, but they may […]
Recently, Dr. Kirby sat down with Inga Hansen of MedEsthetics Magazine to talk about her career journey and how she knew from a very early age that her life work would be helping people through reconstructive and plastic surgery. In “A Clear Vision,” Dr. Kirby recounts the experiences in her young life that led her […]
Breast implants have been in the media more than usual lately. You may have heard news features on women who had their implants removed after experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain, and brain fog. These and other symptoms, which vary from patient to patient, have been called breast implant illness (BII). There is still […]
Not thrilled with your double chin? You’re in luck. Plastic surgeons now have several great options for double chin reduction, including neck liposuction, Kybella injections, and CoolSculpting. We offer all three of these popular procedures at Kirby Plastic Surgery and Kalos Medical Spa because, while all serve a similar purpose, each has unique benefits. There’s […]
There are a few questions I can count on almost everyone asking during a consultation, and “how long will the recovery take?” is certainly one of them. Naturally, patients want the shortest recovery time possible; very few of us can spare any more time than necessary away from work, family duties, and social activities. As […]
We’re fortunate to live in an era where medical innovations are saving and improving lives daily, and that is more true than ever in the world of reconstructive plastic surgery. Injury to the face is particularly difficult, as personal identity is so closely tied to our appearance. Thankfully, more tragically disfigured individuals may now be […]
It’s a commonly held belief that acne is largely the plight of teenagers—which leads many adults to feel confused and disheartened when they just can’t shake recurring breakouts. The truth is, there are many adults who still suffer from acne well into their 30s or 40s. Battling the occasional zit or dry patch can be […]
Photo courtesy of River Legacy Summer is just around the corner! Right about now, parents everywhere are wondering how they are going to keep their kids busy for nearly three months without resorting to unregulated screen time. Spending time outdoors is great for everyone’s physical and mental health, especially for kids. A number of studies […]
Is cosmetic breast surgery in your future? Congratulations! Whether you’re having a breast augmentation, lift or reduction, you are on your way to having breasts that fit your self-image and lifestyle better. As you prepare for breast plastic surgery and recovery, make sure you don’t overlook this important fact: you’ll need to sleep on your […]
The 720-bed facility has been named a regional best hospital by U.S. News & World Report since 1990. Fort Worth plastic surgeon Dr. Emily J. Kirby was recently appointed Chief of Plastic Surgery at Harris Methodist Hospital, the main facility of the Texas Health Fort Worth medical care system. The board certified plastic surgeon, owner […]