Dr. Thomas began her education with a degree in chemistry, awarded cum laude, from Wagner College in New York. She then received her medical degree from the prestigious University of Southern California. She completed her general surgery residency at the Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati, serving as Chief Resident.
Born and raised through childhood in Guyana, Dr. Thomas had first planned to pursue a career in tropical medicine. During her initial residency, she had the opportunity to observe firsthand the growing interest in plastic surgery. She saw an opportunity to bring a woman’s unique perspective to the field, choosing to complete post-graduate fellowships in microsurgery and plastic surgery at Kettering Medical Center/Wright State University in Ohio. While there, she established the Microsurgery Research Laboratory.
Dr. Thomas began in private practice in 1988. Since then, she has treated thousands of women and men, deriving great satisfaction from, as she puts it, “Seeing spirits soar!” When you listen to each one, understand their goals, consult with them about the options and deliver to their expectations, she says it’s a great experience for both patient and surgeon. “After all,” notes Dr. Thomas, “it’s not really about the surgery. The important thing is how my patients’ results boost their feelings about themselves. It’s wonderful to have the chance to help each one.”
Dr. Thomas has dual certification from the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic surgery. She holds membership in a dozen professional societies such as the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. She stays current by taking continuing education courses and traveling to professional meetings regularly.
Dr. Thomas relocated to Florida recently, joining the Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery. An avid amateur photographer, she enjoys the rich, colorful life of her adopted state.
About the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale
Dr. Thomas and her colleagues at the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery offer their patients all the advantages the largest plastic surgery practice the Miami area has to offer combined with an approach that ensures individualized attention.
In this busy practice, each patient receives thorough, personal attention starting with a relationship with an individual consultant. The consultant works hand in hand with the patient throughout their experience at the Center, walking them through the goal discovery process, the surgical consult, pre-operative medical exams, interaction with the patient’s primary care physician if needed and payment options.
The management team of the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery is passionate about their mission. They are committed to providing safe, cost-effective, high-quality plastic surgery and medical spa services to a diverse group of clients. They know that when they contribute to a patient looking their best, they also have a hand in enhancing that individual’s self confidence and overall quality of life.
Board Certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
Education
- 1976-1980 Degree: Doctor of Medicine
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
- 1975-1976 College of Medicine and Dentistry
Rutgers Medical School
- 1971-1974 Degree: B.S. Chemistry, cum laude
Wagner College
Staten Island, NY
- 1969-1970 Part-time study in Chemistry
University of Guyana
Turkeyen, Guyana
Post Graduate Training
- 1986-1987 Plastic Surgery Fellowship
Kettering Medical Center/Wright State University
Kettering, OH
- 1985 Six-Month Fellowship in Microsurgery
Kettering Medical Center/Wright State University
Kettering, OH
- 1984-1985 Chief Resident in General Surgery
The Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
- 1983-1984 Residency in General Surgery- PGY IV
The Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
- 1981-1983 Residency in General Surgery-PGY II-III
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Hartford, CT
- 1980-1981 General Surgery Hospital and Medical Center
Hartford, CT
Society Memberships
- Diplomate National Board of Medical Examiners
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
- American Medical Association
- Academy of Medicine of Cincinnati
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
- Cincinnati Medical Association
- Lipoplasty Society of North America
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc
- American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgeons, Inc
- American Society of Aesthetic Medicine, Inc
- American Association of Anti-aging Medicine
Directions
Fort Lauderdale Office
915 Middle River Dr., Suite 220
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
From Miami or South of Fort Lauderdale:
- Take 95 North to Sunrise Boulevard
- Go East on Sunrise (right) towards the Beaches (A1A)
- Continue East on Sunrise (approx - 4 miles)
- Go right on Middle River Drive (Borders Book store will be on your right)
- Office sits behind Borders - 6 story Galleria Professional BLDG (if you go to Galleria mall you have gone too far)
- We are on the 2nd floor suite 213
Directions from North Of Fort Lauderdale:
- Go South on I95 to Sunrise Blvd
- Go East (left) on Sunrise Blvd
- Continue East on Sunrise (approx - 4 miles)
- Go right on Middle River Drive (Borders Book store will be on your right)
- Office sits behind Borders - 6 story Galleria Professional BLDG (if you go to Galleria mall you have gone too far)
- We are on the 2nd floor suite 213
North Miami Office
9000 NE 2nd Ave
North Miami, FL 33138
Directions to North Miami:
- Exit Interstate 95 at 95th St
- Go East on 95th Street to Northeast 2nd Ave
(Starbucks and bank on corner)
- Make a right and go South 5 blocks to 90th St
Face Lift Before and After Pictures