WHY CHOOSE US
Plastic Surgery Group
When you choose The Plastic Surgery Group, located in Albany, NY, you’ll benefit from their years of experience, dedication to safety, and the finest personal care that comes from the strength of our entire team. You’ll enjoy naturally beautiful results and the enhanced confidence that comes with looking your best.
Compliment this with a visit to Spa One, our medical spa located within The Plastic Surgery Group. Our group’s aesthetic professionals offer expert training and knowledge to provide you with the most innovative and customized treatments.
We’ll gladly provide you with a free initial consultation.
WHO WE ARE
ABOUT US
MEET THE PROVIDERS
Susan M. Gannon, MD
“Among my top priorities is providing my patients with natural-looking results. I take the time to carefully listen to a person’s aesthetic goals and explain their options, both surgical and non-surgical. I strive to provide attractive surgical outcomes that naturally integrate with a person’s age, body type, and lifestyle.”
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Training & Qualifications
Trained and educated in the state of New York, Albany cosmetic plastic surgeon Dr. Gannon earned her medical degree Albany Medical College and completed her residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Albany Medical Center Hospital. She continued her education at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Institute at Lennox Hill Hospital, recognized internationally for advances in ophthalmology, otolaryngology, and plastic surgery.
Certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Medical Society of the State of New York
Honors & Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- Janet W. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Award
- Dean’s Letter for Academic Excellence
Douglas Hargrave, MD
“At The Plastic Surgery Group, we value each and every patient as if they were part of our own family – with respect, kindness, and compassion. We hold very high standards and devote great care to performing every procedure with attention to safety. We wouldn’t have it any other way for our family members, and the same goes for our patients.”
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Dr. Craig Fournier brings a personalized touch and top-tier aesthetic fellowship training to the compassionate care of his patients. Dr. Fournier performs aesthetic and reconstructive surgery on the breast and body with specialized expertise in surgery of the face and nose. He has distinguished himself as a peer-reviewed author as well as through many plastic surgery presentations on the local and national stage. Dr. Fournier employs his technical skill and knowledge in the field to help each and every patient achieve their goals.
Training & Qualifications
Dr. Fournier completed his medical school education at Tufts University School of Medicine before completing a plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Albany Medical Center. After his residency, he was selected for an aesthetic plastic surgery fellowship year at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital- the oldest and most prestigious aesthetic fellowship in the country.
Credentials
- American Board of Plastic Surgery – Board Eligible
Professional Affiliations
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Medical Association
Briana Benson, PA
“Quality patient care is my top priority. My goal is for patients to be comfortable in their own skin and confident with their treatment plans – regardless of where they are on their journey. Beauty is not always one size fits all – I strive to tailor every treatment plan to the individual.”
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Briana Benson is a physician assistant who evaluates pre and post operative patients, assists in the operating room and performs many minimally invasive procedures right in the office. She began her career in orthopedics before transitioning to plastic and reconstructive surgery at Albany Medical Center. There, Briana spent seven years refining her plastic surgery skills before joining The Plastic Surgery Group.
Training and Qualifications:
Briana earned her undergraduate degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before earning her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Albany Medical College.
Certifications:
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York State Society of Physician Assistants
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Susan M. Gannon, MD, is a valued member of The Plastic Surgery Group. Although there are many board-certified plastic surgeons in Albany, NY, Dr. Gannon stands out because of her impressive qualifications and compassionate personality. She performs both plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures for the face, breasts, body, and hands and strives to impart confidence in her patients through natural-looking results.
Training & Qualifications
Trained and educated in the state of New York, Albany cosmetic plastic surgeon Dr. Gannon earned her medical degree Albany Medical College and completed her residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Albany Medical Center Hospital. She continued her education at Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Institute at Lennox Hill Hospital, recognized internationally for advances in ophthalmology, otolaryngology, and plastic surgery.
Certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Medical Society of the State of New York
Honors & Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha
- Janet W. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Award
- Dean’s Letter for Academic Excellence
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An experienced and highly regarded plastic surgeon in Albany, NY, Dr. Douglas Hargrave performs both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. He has dedicated decades to improving the appearance and self-image of women and men from Albany, Troy, Clifton Park, Saratoga Springs and Schenectady. As a plastic surgeon, Dr. Hargrave strives to remain at the forefront of advances in his field to ensure impressive results and the utmost in patient safety. His extensive background and tremendous depth of knowledge have made him a leader in the industry.
Training & Qualifications
A graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara and East Tennessee State University Medical School, Dr. Hargrave completed his surgical residency at Millard Fillmore Hospital in Buffalo, NY. While at the University of Missouri at Kansas City, Dr. Hargrave completed a residency in plastic surgery. He went on to complete a fellowship in reconstructive plastic surgery at Harvard University’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.
Certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
- BOTOX® Cosmetic Physicians’ Network
- Professional Affiliations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- American Medical Association
- Albany Medical Society
- Medical Society of the State of New York
- Society of Plastic Surgeons Upstate New York
- American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery
- Northeast Plastic Surgery Society
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Briana Benson is a physician assistant who evaluates pre and post operative patients, assists in the operating room and performs many minimally invasive procedures right in the office. She began her career in orthopedics before transitioning to plastic and reconstructive surgery at Albany Medical Center. There, Briana spent seven years refining her plastic surgery skills before joining The Plastic Surgery Group.
Training and Qualifications:
Briana earned her undergraduate degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute before earning her master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Albany Medical College.
Certifications:
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Professional Affiliations:
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York State Society of Physician Assistants
MEET THE NURSES
KERIN RYAN-HART, RN, CANS
CATE HOGAN, BSN, RN
JULIA CRIST, RN, BSN
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