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Richard Wassermann, MD, Plastic Surgery, Columbia, SC, Prisma Health Richland Hospital

RichardJ.WassermannMDMPH, FACS

Plastic Surgery Columbia, SC

Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, Breast Reconstruction

Owner & Medical Director at Plastic Surgery Consultants, LLC, ASC

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Summary

  • Dr. Wassermann is a dedicated, board-certified plastic surgeon in practice since 1997. He is the Medical Director of Plastic Surgery Consultants, LLC, a AAAHC accredited surgery center and medical office in downtown Columbia, South Carolina.

    With an emphasis on aesthetics, Dr. Wassermann creates individualized treatments tailored to his patients’ unique goals and concerns. He combines medical expertise and an artistic vision to achieve consistently superior results. Dr. Wassermann’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional plastic and cosmetic surgery is evident in every aspect of his practice, from the state-of-the-art surgery facility to the focus on patient education and communication. He wants his patients to feel informed, cared for, and enthusiastic about their decision to enhance their appearance.

Education & Training

  • University of South Florida Morsani
    University of South Florida MorsaniResidency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 1994 - 1997
  • University of Chicago
    University of ChicagoResidency, Plastic Surgery - Integrated, 1990 - 1994
  • Tulane University
    Tulane UniversityMPH, Health Systems Management, 1987 - 1990
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Tulane University School of MedicineClass of 1990
  • University of Pennsylvania
    University of PennsylvaniaBS Honors, Economics, Cum Laude, 1982 - 1986
  • University of Pennsylvania
    University of PennsylvaniaBA, Economics, Cum Laude, 1982 - 1986

Certifications & Licensure

  • SC State Medical License
    SC State Medical License 1997 - 2025
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 1995 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 1990 - 2024
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery
  • Accreditation Association for Ambulatory HealthcareAAAHC
  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryMember

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Top Doctor-Castle and Connelly Castle Connolly, 2013-2021
  • Teacher of the Year Nominee University of South Carolina SOM Carolina, 2001
  • Spirit Award Lutheran General Hospital, 1991, 1993
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Rhino-Orbital-Cerebral Mucormycosis due to "Apophysomyces Elegans" in an Immunocompetent Individual: A Case Report and Review of the Literature  
    Corarrudias, L.G., Bartlett, R., Barratt, D.M., Wassermann, R.J., J Trauma, 1/1/2001
  • An Update in Management of Flexor Tendon Injuries  
    Daysart, F., Greenwald, D.P., Wassermann, R.J., et al., Florida Medical Journal, 1/1/2000
  • Ease of Wound Closure as an End Point of Treatment Efficacy  
    Robson, M.C., Maggi, S.P., Smith, P., Wassermann, R.J., et.al., Wound Rep Reg, 1/1/1999
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • "The Burden of Lower Extremity Ulcers in the United States."
    Wassermann, R.J., Wound Healing Society, Baltimore, MD, 1/1/2002
  • "Cox-2 and TGF-B Isoform Expressions in Periprosthetic Capsular Contracture."
    Wassermann, R.J., American Society for Aesthetic Surgery (American Society for Aesthetic Surgery 2001 Research Grant), Las Vegas, NV, 1/1/2002
  • "Update�Reduction Mammoplasty: Efficacy, Outcomes, and Resource Utilization."
    Wassermann, R.J., South Carolina Society of Plastic Surgeons, Columbia, SC, 1/1/2002
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Lectures

  • "Body Contouring After Massive Weight Loss Surgery: An Individualized A." 
    Palmetto Health Weight Management Center, Columbia, SC, Nov 2005 - 1/1/2016
  • "Embryology of the Face." 
    University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC - 1/1/2002
  • "Value" 
    University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC - 1/1/2002
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Other

  • Medical Malpractice Insurance Market Reform: Marginal Cost Pricing and First Party Insurance. 
    Wassermann, R.J.
    Senior Honors Thesis; University of Pennsylvania - 1/1/1986

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish

Hospital Affiliations

Industry Relationships

  • Consultant/Educator, TELA Bio2019 - Present
  • Consulting Physician, MTF2019 - Present
  • Advisory Board Member-Consultant, Allergan Corporation2017 - 2018
  • Facial Trauma Call Panel Member, Palmetto Health Richland1997 - 2018
  • Advisory Board Member, Life Cell Corporation2016 - 2017
  • Consulting Physician, Richland Memorial Hospital Wound Healing Center1997 - 2005