When I decided to start doing research on facial plastic surgery, I knew I wanted to consult with…read moreat least three local doctors. Dr. Chatham was on the list, along with two other well known Louisville plastic surgeons.
From my first meeting with Dr. Chatham, I knew he was the one. As someone who's had plastic surgery before (a "mommy makeover" back in 2010), I already had an idea of who I was looking for: someone who didn't promise miracles, who was direct and honest about what could be done, and who really seemed to have my best interests and health at heart. A tall order for a plastic surgeon!
Also, Dr. Chatham ONLY does facial surgeries, which made me confident he had the experience and focus to do the work I wanted.
I was curious about both an upper/lower blepharoplasty, as well as a full on facelift. During our first consultation, Dr. Chatham suggested that I wasn't ready for a facelift -- and I probably wouldn't get the result I was looking for at this point. I'm 51 years old, so imagine how suprised I was to hear that feedback!
Dr. Chatham is obviously a very knowledgeable expert, but two things really stood out to me: 1) his tone was kind, comforting, and conversational, 2) he made ME the focus of the discussion, instead of talking up his own expertise.
Not only did Dr. Chatham answer all my questions, but he gave me his personal contact information so I could reach out whenever I had another one. He promptly answered all my follow up questions (and I had a LOT) and I felt completely confident in his information.
The fact that he was also less expensive -- he does surgeries in New Albany, IN -- was a big bonus, but I would not have chosen him just based on money, obviously.
The surgery was scheduled and Dr. Chatham and everyone on his staff (especially Janet!) was attentive and thorought. The procedure at Baptist hospital went super smoothly, and the hospital staff could not have been more supportive, kind, and attentive.
Dr. Chatham himself reached out several times during my initial recovery and continues to make himself available even as I'm about a month out. And the results? So far, spectacular and exactly what I was hoping for. My husband tells me every day that I still look like myself, just refreshed and renews -- as if I had the best nap of my life. THAT'S what I was hoping for!
I could not have asked for a better experience and I'd highly recommend Dr. Chatham and his office for any facial procedure you're interested in.