| DR. RICHARD A. BAXTER |
“we aim for excellence and artistry in everything we do”
An art major in college, Dr. Baxter combined his creative talents with his scientific aptitude to provide refined aesthetic results for his patients. Board -certified in plastic surgery and in practice for 20 years, Dr. Baxter —a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery—is always seeking to evolve his techniques through the challenge of creative problem -solving . He participates in clinical trials for new technologies, and has been on the forefront of advanced procedures such as noninvasive body contouring with ultrasound and complex breast surgery revisions with acellular dermal grafts.
WHERE DO YOU PERFORM SURGICAL PROCEDURES?
Surgeries are performed within my accredited, in-office facility, to enhance safety, comfort and privacy for our patients.
IN WHAT WAYS ARE YOU A LEADER?
I am a surgeon, artist, researcher, author and lecturer, and was on the forefront of laser resurfacing and endoscopic facial surgery in the Pacific Northwest. Currently I serve on the Emerging Trends Committee for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, where I participate in the “Hot Topics” sessions at our annual meetings.
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO BE A PLASTIC SURGEON?
I was motivated by the challenge of finding a way to combine my artistic background with my scientific aptitude in a way that would benefit people.