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What’s All the Fuss About DIY Cosmetic Rejuvenation?

Is it Safe and Effective? Dr. Donn R. Chatham Weighs In. Recently, there have been reports about individuals self-administering fillers at home. It is unsurprising to Dr. Donn R. Chatham, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, that this practice has resulted in complications.

An Allure Magazine article published on April 29, 2025, reported on this troubling DIY aesthetic procedure trend. “Have you seen patients who’ve done their own injectables at home?” was a question posed at several conferences here and abroad… [Continue Reading]

Are Aesthetic Surgery Procedures Worth The Cost?

Dr. Donn Chatham Shares his Views

Many folks believe aesthetic surgery procedures are unnecessary due to the high costs and associated potential for surgical risks. So why spend money on elective, risky, and even temporary so-called, “vanity” procedures?

“As a facial plastic surgeon who has a long career in performing both reconstructive and aesthetic surgical procedures, this question is one that I have given considerable thought,” says Dr. Donn R. Chatham. “It’s a complex question with many preconceived views held by individuals undergoing cosmetic surgery and by society on the meaning and value of beauty.” [Continue Reading]

What Are Exosomes And Why Should I Care?

The Use of Exosomes in Aesthetic Medicine

Are exosomes the new medical frontier for aesthetic practitioners? Why are exosomes one of the hottest trends in the aesthetic and regenerative business? Dr. Donn R. Chatham, Medical Director of Chatham Facial Plastic Surgery, discusses the pros and cons of the use of exosomes to address anti-aging, skin restoration, and other aesthetic … [Continue Reading]

Is There A Role For Artificial Intelligence In Plastic Surgery?

Dr. Donn Chatham Weighs In

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping nearly every aspect of our lives, from the tools we use daily to groundbreaking advancements in specialized fields. Popular AI systems like Google Gemini, ChatGPT, IBM Watson, and GROK have become household names, while virtual assistants like Alexa simplify tasks like finding recipes or playing music. AI is no longer … [Continue Reading]

“The Doctor Who Makes & Mends” – Amanda Beam, Local Columnist

When you enter Dr. Donn Chatham’s New Albany office, you notice a bin of walking sticks lurking near the door to his inner sanctum of care.
Now and again, Dr. Chatham searches for long switches of fallen wood from the Mt. Saint Francis Center for Spirituality’s trails, and transforms them. He sells his carved walking sticks to patients for a reasonable fee and donates the proceeds to the … [Continue Reading]