In Practice Since 1994
About Gary R. Culbertson, MD, FACS
Introduction
Dr. Culbertson has completed Residencies in General Surgery and Plastic Surgery with 8 years of Surgical training. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Culbertson is a very active participant of the ASPS & ASAPS. He has been Chairman or Vice-Chair of 5 committees & a member of over 25 different National Plastic Surgery Society committees. He has extensive experience in all forms of Aesthetic and Cosmetic Surgery from Breast Surgery to Facial Rejuvenation. Dr. Culbertson is a recognized local expert in Aesthetic Surgery and Medical Director of the Iris Surgery Center. His one of a kind facility¹s goal is to provide a safe, private and professional environment for quality cosmetic surgery in the ambulatory surgery setting. The Iris Surgery Center is a Level C facility with the capability to provide general anesthesia available for the most advanced Cosmetic Surgery such as Endoscopic Brow Lifts and Brazilian Buttock Lifts. The facilities mission is to provide safe, affordable and first-rate Aesthetic Surgery. The Iris Surgery Center has been repeatedly accredited by the Association of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF) the Gold Standard for in Accreditation for Office Based Surgical Centers.
Professional Background
* DIPLOMAT OF THE AMERICAN BOARD OF PLASTIC SURGERY (ABPS)
* FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS (FACS)
* MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF THE IRIS SURGERY CENTER
* MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGERY (ASPS) & THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY (ASAPS)
* PAST PRESIDENT OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS (SCSPS)
* FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS (FACS)
* MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF THE IRIS SURGERY CENTER
* MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGERY (ASPS) & THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF AESTHETIC PLASTIC SURGERY (ASAPS)
* PAST PRESIDENT OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA SOCIETY OF PLASTIC SURGEONS (SCSPS)
Education & Training
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION
Trinity University - San Antonio, Texas: B.A. with Major in Biology and Chemistry Granted 5-78
MEDICAL EDUCATION
University of Texas Medical School at Houston; M.D. Granted 6-84
POSTGRADUATE EDUCATION
6-84 to 6-85 Categorical Surgery Internship
Brooke Army Medical Center: Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 7-85 to 6-86
General Medical Officer/On-the-Job Training in General Surgery at the United States
Army Institute of Surgical Research/Burn Unit: Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 7-86 to 6-87
General Surgery Residency - Fitzsimons Army Medical Center: Aurora, Colorado, 7-87 to 6-90
Plastic Surgery Fellowship - William Beaumont Army Medical Center: El Paso, Texas, 7-90 to 6-92
Trinity University - San Antonio, Texas: B.A. with Major in Biology and Chemistry Granted 5-78
MEDICAL EDUCATION
University of Texas Medical School at Houston; M.D. Granted 6-84
POSTGRADUATE EDUCATION
6-84 to 6-85 Categorical Surgery Internship
Brooke Army Medical Center: Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 7-85 to 6-86
General Medical Officer/On-the-Job Training in General Surgery at the United States
Army Institute of Surgical Research/Burn Unit: Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 7-86 to 6-87
General Surgery Residency - Fitzsimons Army Medical Center: Aurora, Colorado, 7-87 to 6-90
Plastic Surgery Fellowship - William Beaumont Army Medical Center: El Paso, Texas, 7-90 to 6-92
Locations
Procedures Performed
Procedure Specializations
Other Procedures Offered
Questions Answered
Asked 2018-12-21
Hello, 6 days ago I had breast reduction and liposuction under my arm. Is it normal that after 6 days it is very painful and I have a burning sensation all around my breast and under my arms? How long should the pain last? And is there anything I can do ? I’m seing my doctor in 5 days for my first…
2 Answers
Gary R. Culbertson, MD, FACS
Answered: 2018-12-29
What you are describing most likely will require an evaluation by a practitioner. Start by calling your surgeon. They can answer your concerns & direct you for your post operative treatment. Best,
Gary R Culbertson, MD, FACS
Asked 2018-12-04
I had a breast reduction with implants on Sept 5th in Cancun. My question is, I feel an egg sized, hard lump in both breasts, toward the bottom outer side. Is this normal? What should the breast feel like after a reduction with implant?
2 Answers
Gary R. Culbertson, MD, FACS
Answered: 2018-12-29
Return to where you had your surgery & request an evaluation by your surgeon. The contractor is responsible for evaluating you to determine what is going on with your breasts. Best,
Gary R Culbertson, MD, FACS
Asked 2018-12-05
Hello! I had my breast augmentation in November 2017. Everything was good until yesterday, when I noticed that one of my breasts is larger than the other. No pain or other symptoms, just larger. Maybe it's somehow connected with my menstruation which came very early this month!?
2 Answers
Gary R. Culbertson, MD, FACS
Answered: 2018-12-17
You are probably correct. Breast asymetry can be common especially during menstruation. However, if the larger breasts persists or increases in size seek out evaluation by your surgeon. Best,
Gary R Culbertson, MD, FACS
Asked 2018-12-12
I have had 2 normal stress tests, normal chest X-rays, and a normal echocardiogram a few months ago. My second/more recent echocardiogram is mostly normal except for a mildly thickened aortic valve with no stenosis and LVH: my LVH is expected since I’m tall and slim and several doctors say I can…
1 Answer
Gary R. Culbertson, MD, FACS
Answered: 2018-12-17
Surgical clearance is something determined by a physician. Have your primary doctor or cadiologist document your evaluation. Get a copy with a copy of your EKG. Take that to your rhinoplasty surgeon before you schedule. They normally will provide it to the individual performing the anesthesia for your surgery. Best,
Gary R Culbertson, MD, FACS
Additional Information
Gender
Male
Office Hours
Office Hours
Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM.
Dr. Culbertson has Clinic on Monday & Tuesday.
Surgery at the Hospital for insurance cases is scheduled on Thursday.
Surgery at the Iris Surgery Center for Elective Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Patients is on Fridays.
Dr. Culbertson has Clinic on Monday & Tuesday.
Surgery at the Hospital for insurance cases is scheduled on Thursday.
Surgery at the Iris Surgery Center for Elective Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Patients is on Fridays.
Languages
English
Consultation Price
Consultation Price
Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Consult- $100
Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Consult for Second Option- $350
Imparement or Disability Ratings- Fee upon Request
Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Consult for Second Option- $350
Imparement or Disability Ratings- Fee upon Request
Payment options
Insurance Options
Financing Available
Financing Available
Credit Care
Experience with Specialized Conditions or Skin Types
Experience with Specialized Conditions or Skin Types
Concierge one on one care is provided to Aesthetic/ Cosmetic patients at our Iris Surgery Center. This AAAASF Accredited Level C facility provides a private setting for a patients convenance. Dr. Culbertson vast experience includes Critical Pathways for care that improve surgical patients outcomes and reduce post operative adverse events. The production line approach to health care is a never event while under our care.
Our facility has a strong reputation for Breast Reductions and Body Contouring procedures (Tummy Tucks/ LipoAbdominoplasty's, Mommy MakeOver's, etc.). Dr. Culbertson is recognized as a local expert in Aesthetic surgery and is sought out for primary and corrective Cosmetic Surgery. He has vast experience in Ethnic plastic surgery in the African-American patient.
Our facility has a strong reputation for Breast Reductions and Body Contouring procedures (Tummy Tucks/ LipoAbdominoplasty's, Mommy MakeOver's, etc.). Dr. Culbertson is recognized as a local expert in Aesthetic surgery and is sought out for primary and corrective Cosmetic Surgery. He has vast experience in Ethnic plastic surgery in the African-American patient.
Brands Offered
Brands Offered
Botox
Allergan
Allergan
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)
Society Memberships
Society Memberships
The Aesthetic Society
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
South Carolina Medical Society (SCMS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
South Carolina Medical Society (SCMS)
Hospital Affiliation(s)
Hospital Affiliation(s)
McLeod-Clarendon; Manning, SC
Kershaw Health; Camden, SC
Kershaw Health; Camden, SC
Surgical Facilities
Surgical Facilities
Iris Surgery Center- an American Association of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF) accredited Office Based Surgical Center Level C Facility. Critical Pathways of Care are utilized to improve outcomes from Aesthetic/ Cosmetic Surgery in our freestanding surgical facility.
National Provider Identifier (NPI)
1164409488
How Dr. Culbertson goes beyond
Dr. Culbertson goes that extra mile for patients by following Critical Pathways of Care for the Aesthetic/ Cosmetic Surgical procedures he provides. Dr. Culbertson owns a Private Aesthetic/ Cosmetic Surgical Center dedicated to patient privacy and safety.
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