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GEORGE J. BITAR, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Diplomate of The American Board of Plastic Surgery Member ASPS, ASAPS

LICENSURE

Virginia: Active Status   (11/2001 – Present)

BOARD CERTIFICATION

Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (11/2003 – Present)

HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS

Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA (01/2002 – Present)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Founder and Medical Director
Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute, Fairfax, VA (01/2002 – Present)

EDUCATION

International Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship (07/2001 – 12/2001)
Dr. Richard Ellenbogen in Beverly Hills [Fellowship Coordinator]
Dr. Ivo Pitanguy in Rio de Janeiro
Dr. Bryan Mendelson in Melbourne
Dr. Alan Widgerow in Johannesburg
Dr. Vincent Giampapa in New Jersey
Dr. Daniel Marchac in Paris
Advanced Aesthetic and Breast Surgery Fellowship (07/2000 – 06/2001)
Charlotte Plastic Surgery Center, Charlotte, NC
Plastic Surgery Residency (07/1998 – 06/2000)
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
General Surgery Residency (07/1993 – 06/1998)
Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Doctor of Medicine (08/1989 – 06/1993)
George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington DC
Bachelor of Arts (01/1998 – 06/1989)
Major: Biology
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Undergraduate Studies (08/1985 – 12/1987)
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

  • Fellowship Program Director (2019 – Present)
    Academy of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ACAPS) endorsed Aesthetic Fellowship
    Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute
  • Clinical Assistant Professor (2011 – Present)
    George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
  • Admission’s Committee (2003 – Present)
    George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS

  • Member (2022 – Present)
    Society of ASAPS-Endorsed Fellowship Directors
  • Founder and Medical Director (2021 – Present)
    Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute / Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • Chairman (2021)
    2021 Association of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Descent (APSLD) Meeting
    Washington DC
  • Co-Chairman (2018)
    2018 Rene Mouawad Foundation
  • International Committee Co-Chairman (2018 – Present)
    American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • International Committee Vice-Chair for the Middle East (2018)
    American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • Co-Chairman and Keynote Speaker (2018)
    Third European ENT-Craniofacial Surgery Conference
    London, UK
  • Board Member (2017 – 2018)
    Educational Opportunities for Lebanon
  • North America Secretary and Organizing Committee Member (2017)
    2017 Association of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Descent (APSLD) Meeting
    Fourth World Congress Meeting
    San Paolo, Brazil
  • Co-Chairman (2008)
    2008 Washington DC Events- CARE Organization (2008)
  • Director of Summer Internship Program of Medical Students (2007 – Present)
    Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute
  • Member (2003)
    Physician’s Advisory Board in Washington, DC
    Chairman: Tom Delay
  • Founder and Medical Director (2002 – Present)
    Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute

FELLOWS TRAINED at the BITAR COSMETIC SURGERY INSTITUTE

Jeffrey Wu, MD (Board Certified Plastic Surgeon) 07/2022 – Present
ASAPS-Endorsed Fellow
Cassie Nghiem, MD (Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon) 07/2021 – 06/2022
ASAPS-Endorsed Fellow
Currently in group private practice
Vinod Chopra, MD (Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon) 07/2019 – 06/2020
ASAPS-Endorsed Fellow
Currently in solo private practice
Joseph Khoury, MD (International Equivalent to Board Eligible Plastic Surgeon) 01/2019 – 6/2019
International Research Fellow
Currently in solo private practice

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • Top Doctors 2022, Washingtonian Magazine 2022
  • Top Doctors 2021, Washingtonian Magazine 2021
  • Top Doctors 2020, Washingtonian Magazine 2020
  • Top 100 Aesthetic Doctors 2019, Aesthetic Everything Awards 2019
  • Top Plastic Surgeons – East Coast, Aesthetic Everything Awards 2019
  • Top Doctors 2019, Northern Virginia Magazine 2019
  • Realself.com Hall of Fame Inductee 2018
  • Order of the Cedars Award for Philanthropy and Medicine 2018
    By the President of the country of Lebanon (the Highest Civilian Honor)
  • Top Doctors in America, American Airlines 2018
  • Top 500 Doctors, RealSelf.Com 2018
  • Honorable Recognition 2017
    “The 100” Meet 100 Influential Lebanese Figures Around The Globe
  • Top Doctors 2017, Washingtonian Magazine 2017
  • Best Plastic Surgeon of Prince William County, Inside INOVA 2016 – 2017
  • Top Doctor by RealSelf.com 2016
  • Compassionate Doctors Award, Vitals.com 2014 – 2018
  • Top 100 Doctors, Realself.com 2014
  • Top Doctors, US Airways Magazine 2013
  • Top Doctor in Northern Virginia, Northern Virginia Magazine 2012 – 2017
  • Top Doctors 2012, Washingtonian Magazine 2012
  • Nominated “Top Plastic Surgeon” in U.S. News 2012
  • Top Doctors in America, Castle Connolly 2011 – 2018
  • Plastic Surgeon with Perfect 10.0 Score, www.avvo.com 2011
  • Top Plastic Surgeons in the USA, United Hemisphere Magazine 2011
  • Top Plastic Surgeon 2011, Washingtonian Magazine 2011
  • Patients’ Choice Award 2010 – 2015
  • Compassionate Doctors Recognition, Vitals.com 2010 – 2015
  • Top Plastic Surgeons in the USA, USAir Magazine 2010
  • Top Cosmetic Surgeons in the USA, Plastic Surgery Products Magazine 2010
  • Top Plastic Surgeon 2010, Northern Virginia Magazine 2010
  • Top Plastic Surgeon 2009, Northern Virginia Magazine 2009
  • Top Plastic Surgeon 2008, Washingtonian Magazine 2008
  • Outstanding Alumnus of the Year, George Mason University 2008
  • Top Plastic Surgery, Consumers Research Council of America 2007
  • Top Plastic Surgeon 2007, Northern Virginia Magazine 2007
  • National Man of the Year 2006

    • Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

  • Man of the Year 2006
    Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Washington DC Chapter
  • One of the Top Five Plastic Surgeons in Fairfax County 2006

    • Health & Beauty Magazine

  • One of the Top Ten Plastic Surgeons in Northern Virginia-DC Area 2006

    • TopsInAmerica.com

  • One of the Top Three Best Plastic Surgeons in Northern Virginia 2006
    Vienna Times
  • Top Doctors 2005, Washingtonian Magazine 2005
  • Raymond F. Morgan Research Award 2000
    University of Virginia Plastic Surgery Residency
  • Summer Research Fellowship Program 1990
    National Institute of Health

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

  • Sponsor of the McLean Projects for the Arts (2018)
  • Sponsor of the Safe Spot Children’s Advocacy Center of Fairfax County (2015 – Present)
    Helps find a haven for sexually abused children
  • Sponsor of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (2014 – Present)
    “Man and Woman of the Year“ Campaign
  • Sponsor of George Mason University’s Art by George Charity (2014 – 2015)
    Benefits George Mason University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts

MEDICAL MISSIONS AND VOLUNTEER WORK

  • Craniofacial Clinic at Fairfax Hospital (2002 – 2003)
  • Virginia Children’s Connection (2000)
    Team leader: Dr. Thomas Gampper, University of Virginia India
  • Interplast Organization (1998)
    Team Leader: Dr. J. William Futrell, University of Pittsburgh Vietnam

ASSOCIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Medical Society of Northern Virginia
  • DC Capitol Society of Plastic Surgery
  • Advanced Cardiac and Trauma Life Support
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

  1. Chopra VK, Shalhoub R, Bitar G. Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma for hair loss: a proven therapy. In: Kalaaji A, ed. Plastic and Aesthetic Regenerative Surgery and Fat Grafting: Clinical Application and Operative Techniques. Switzerland: Springer Cham; 2022: 603-612.
  2. (Khoury J, Shalhoub R, Lickstein L, Bitar G. New Classification and Algorithm for Abdominal Etching, 2022)
  3. Bitar GJ, and Shalhoub RA. Suture-suspension neck lift technique: a versatile technique for male neck rejuvenation. In: Steinbrech DS, ed. Male Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. New York, NY: Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc; 2021: 85-110.
  4. Bitar GJ, Choi DJ, Segura F. Botulinum toxin for facial rejuvenation. In: Erian A and Shiffman MA, ed. Advanced Surgical Facial Rejuvenation: Art and Clinical Practice. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2012: 219-229.
  5. Bitar GJ, Osunsade O, Devabhaktuni A. Nonsurgical rhinoplasty with Radiesse. In: Erian A and Shiffman MA, ed. Advanced Surgical Facial Rejuvenation: Art and Clinical Practice. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2012: 625-639.
  6. Bitar GJ, Patel P, Craig L. Scar Management. In: Prendergast PM and Shiffman MA, ed. Aesthetic Medicine: Art and Techniques. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2012: 277-288.
  7. Bitar GJ, Osunsade O, Devabhaktuni A. Injection/filler rhinoplasty. In: Prendergast PM and Shiffman MA, ed. Aesthetic Medicine: Art and Techniques. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2012: 371-389
  8. Bitar GJ, and Myers S. Nutrition issues after bariatric surgery for weight loss. In: Shiffman MA and Di Giuseppe A, ed. Body Contouring: Art, Science, and Clinical Practice. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2010: 651-659.
  9. Bitar GJ, Transaxillary breast augmentation/Wise-pattern mastopexy in the massive weight loss patient. In: Shiffman MA and Di Giuseppe A, ed. Body Contouring: Art, Science, and Clinical Practice. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2010: 709-718.
  10. Bitar GJ, Breast augmentation: axillary approach. In: Shiffman MA, ed. Breast Augmentation: Principles and Practice. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2009: 231-240.
  11. Bitar G. and Giampapa V. Algorithm for neck rejuvenation. In: Shiffman MA, Mirrafati SJ, Lam SM, Cueteaux CG, ed. Simplified Facial Rejuvenation. Germany: Springer Berlin; 2008: 593-612.
  12. Bitar G. and Chopra V. A new breast. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2007: 28-30.
  13. Bitar G. and Chopra V. The axillary approach. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2007: 26-32.
  14. Bitar G. Understanding the massive weight loss patient. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2006: 39-42.
  15. Bitar G. What men want. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2006: 20-26
  16. Bitar G. and Giampapa V. The suture-suspension neck lift. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2005: 31-34.
  17. Bitar G. Liposuction or lift: an algorithm for neck rejuvenation. In: Plastic Surgery Products. 2005: 24-26
  18. Bitar G. Sayeg A, Dahman M, Mullis W, Jacobs W, Matthews D, Beasley M, Smith K, Watterson P, Getz S, Capizzi P, Eaves III F. Safety and efficacy of office-based surgery with monitored anesthesia care/sedation in 4778 consecutive plastic surgery procedures. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2003; 111(1): 150-156.
  19. Morgan R, Bitar G. Gampper, T. Joint International Laser Conference – abstracts. Diode Laser Treatment of Hirsutism Associated with Medical Conditions: One Year Experience at a University. Lasers Med Sci. 2003; 18: S1-67.
  20. Giampapa VC, Bitar GJ. Use of fibrin sealant in neck contouring. Aesthet Surg J. 2002; 22(6): 519-525.
  21. Hikade KR, Bitar GJ, Edgerton MT, and Morgan RF. Modified Z-plasty repair of webbed neck deformity seen in Turner and Klippel-Feil syndrome. Cleft palate Craniofac J. 2002; 39(3): 261-266.
  22. Bitar GJ, Nguyen DB, Knox LK, Morgan RF, Rodeheaver GT. Shur-clens: an agent to remove silicone gel after breast implant rupture. Ann Plast Surg. 2002; 48(2): 148-153.
  23. Bitar GJ, Herman CK, Dahman MI, Hoard MA. Basal cell nevus syndrome: guidelines for early detection. Am Fam Physician. 2002; 65 (12): 2501-2504.
  24. Bitar GJ, Alexandrides J, Missirian R, Sotereanos D, Nystrom A. Carpal tunnel release in the United States and Sweden: reimbursement patterns, cost for treatment, and return to work. Plast Reconstr Surg.2002; 109(5): 1574-1578.
  25. De Smet MD, Bitar G, Mainigi S, Nussenblatt RB. Human S-antigen determinant recognition in uveitis. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 2001; 42(13): 3233-3238
  26. Bitar GJ, Yang S, Badosa F. Balloon versus patch angioplasty as an adjuvant treatment to surgical thrombectomy of hemodialysis grafts. Am J Surg. 1997; (174(2): 140-142.
  27. DeSmet MD, Bitar G, Roberge FG, Gery I, Nussenblatt RB. Human S-antigen: presence of multiple immunogenic and immunopathogenic sites in the Lewis rat. J Autoimmun. 1993; 6(5): 578-599.
  28. Identification of Proliferative T-Cell Epitopes of S-Antigen in Uveitis Patients National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD (1991) research project, Summer Research Fellowship Program, N.I.H.
  29. Why Should We Go On with Gene Therapy?   A medical ethics paper, George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (1990)
  30. Relationship between the Iron Chelator of Pseudomonas aruginosa and Fe-Transferrin. Senior Thesis, Department of Biology, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA (1988)
  31. Mutagenic Effect of Near Ultra-Violet Radiation on Escherichia coli. Seminars in Research, Department of Biology, University of Missouri, Columbia (1987)

 

PRESENTATIONS AND INVITED LECTURES

  1. Gould W, featuring Bitar G. Techy Skincare Devices That Target All Your Beauty Concerns. hudabeauty.com Published on May 17, 2022.
  2. Bitar G.Latest Viral Tik Tok Beauty Trends.healthandbeautygirl.com< Published on May 3, 2022.
  3. Bitar G.Empowering Women Through Cosmetic Surgery. In: Love Happens. February 19, 2022.
  4. Bitar G.and Nghiem C. Journal Club. Lecture presented at: Lebanese Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Interest Group Journal Club; March 14, 2022; Virtual Presentation.
  5. Bitar G. Rhinoplasty: From Fillers to Surgery. Lecture presented at: 33rd French Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Congress; September 17-19, 2021; Les Sables d’Olonne, France.
  6. Bitar G.Suture Suspension Necklift: A Versatile Technique for Facial Rejuvenation. Lecture presented at: 33rd French Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Congress; September 17-19, 2021; Les Sables d’Olonne, France.
  7. Bitar G. Disruption in Safe Augmentation Mammoplasty Thanks to Proper Patient Selection. Lecture presented at: 33rd French Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Congress; September 17-19, 2021; Les Sables d’Olonne, France.
  8. Bitar G. Facial Rejuvenation: Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Techniques, when to do what! Lecture presented at: Georgetown University Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; July 1, 2021; Washington, DC.
  9. Bitar G. When Should a Dermatologist Not perform a Filler Rhinoplasty? Lecture presented at: Lebanese Dermatology Society’s Annual Congress; September 25, 2020; Virtual Presentation.
  10. Bitar G.Facelift: Is It a Dermatologist’s Worst Nightmare or Best Friend? Lecture presented at: Lebanese Dermatology Society’s Annual Congress; September 25, 2020; Virtual Presentation.
  11. Bitar G. Rhinoplasty Tip management, Special Case of Advanced rhinophyma. Lecture presented at: Dallas Rhinoplasty Meeting Live with Dr. Rod Rohrich; May 9, 2020; Dallas, TX.
  12. Bitar G. Volumetric Facelift: How to Combine Surgery and Non-Surgical Modalities to Achieve a Natural Look. Lecture presented at: Georgetown University Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; December 11, 2019; Washington, DC.
  13. Bitar G. Non-surgical Body Contouring modalities. Lecture presented at: Georgetown University Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; January 10, 2019; Washington, DC.
  14. El Khoury J and Bitar G. A New Algorithm for Abdominal Etching. Paper presented at: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Meeting; May 2019; New Orleans, LA.
  15. Bitar G. Ethnic Rhinoplasties, A 16-Year Experience. Lecture presented at: Third European ENT-Craniofacial Surgery Conference; October 8-10, 2018; London, UK.
  16. Bitar G.Suture-Suspension Necklift: A Versatile Technique for Long-Term Neck Rejuvenation. Lecture presented at: Third European ENT-Craniofacial Surgery Conference; October 8-10, 2018; London, UK.
  17. Bitar G.Transaxillary Breast Augmentations: Evolution over 16 Years. Lecture presented at: Lebanese Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery Conference; 2018; Beirut, Lebanon.
  18. Bitar G. Suture-Suspension Necklift: A Versatile Technique for Long-Term Neck Rejuvenation. Lecture presented at: Lebanese Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery Conference; 2018; Beirut, Lebanon.
  19. Bitar G.Ethnic Rhinoplasties, A 16-Year Experience. Lecture presented at: Lebanese Plastic and Reconstructive Microsurgery Conference; 2018; Beirut, Lebanon.
  20. Bitar G. Transaxillary Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants and No Touch Technique. Lecture presented at: Live Plastic Surgery – State of the Art Conference; September 2018; Monte Carlo, Monaco.
  21. Bitar G.High Definition, Laser-Assisted Liposuction for Abdominal Etching with Fat Grafting. Lecture presented at: Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine. 39th Congress; May 2018; Rome, Italy.
  22. Bitar G.Suture Suspension Necklift: A Versatile Technique for Long-Term Neck Rejuvenation. Lecture presented at: Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine. 39th Congress; May 2018; Rome, Italy.
  23. Bitar G.From the Outside Looking In: How to make Cosmetic Surgery in Lebanon Safer and More Attractive for Patients in the Region. Lecture presented at: Fifth Lebanese Diaspora Energy Congress; May 2018; Beirut, Lebanon.
  24. Bitar G.Transaxillary Breast Augmentation. Lecture presented at: Dubai International Symposium for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; March 2018; Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  25. Bitar G. Finesse in Ethnic Rhinoplasty. Lecture presented at: Dubai International Symposium for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; March 2018; Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  26. Bitar G.The Latest in Plastic Surgery – What’s Hot & What’s Not. Lecture presented at: Dubai International Symposium for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; March 2018; Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  27. Bitar G.Ethnic Rhinoplasty. Featured guest on: Great Day Washington WUSA 9 TV; 2018.
  28. Bitar G.Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: CBS Morning News; 2018.
  29. Bitar G.Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: Radio SAWA; 2017-2018.
  30. Bitar G.What’s New and Safe in Cosmetic Surgery from the USA. August 2017; Bristol Hotel, Lebanon.
  31. Bitar G.Suture Suspension Neck Lift and Transaxillary Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants. Lecture presented at: Georgetown University Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; September 2017; Washington, DC.
  32. Bitar G.Selfies, Velfies, and Snaps. Marketing Your Cosmetic Surgery Practice in the Social Media Age. Lecture presented at: Fourth International Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Decent. World Congress; April 2017; Sao Paulo, Brazil.
  33. Bitar G.Suture Suspension Neck Lift: A Versatile Technique for Long Term Neck Rejuvenation. Lecture presented at: Fourth International Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Decent. World Congress; April 2017; San Paulo, Brazil.
  34. Bitar G.Transaxillary Breast Augmentation: 18 Years’ Experience with Saline and Silicone Implants Introducing the Keller Funnel. Lecture presented at: Fourth International Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Decent. World Congress; April 2017; San Paulo, Brazil.
  35. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: Alhurra TV; 2017.
  36. Bitar G.Body Contouring and Advanced Procedures After Gastric Bypass Surgery. Lecture presented at: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Grand Rounds; November 2015; Woodbridge, VA.
  37. Bitar G.Plastic Surgery After Massive Weight Loss. Lecture presented at: Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Grand Rounds; May 2015; Woodbridge, VA.
  38. Bitar G. Breast Surgery and Latest Techniques in Cosmetic Surgery. Panelist at: Second Annual Congress of the World Congress of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Decent; October 2013; Cancun, Mexico.
  39. Bitar G. Secondary Rhinoplasty. Featured guest on: WUSA-TV; 2013.
  40. Bitar G. Breast Surgery. Panelist at: First Annual Congress of the Lebanese Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Conference and World Congress of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Descent; October 2010; Beirut, Lebanon.
  41. Bitar G. Suture Suspension Neck lifts with Tisseel Sealant. Lecture presented at: First Annual Congress of the Lebanese Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Conference and World Congress of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Descent; October 2010; Beirut, Lebanon.
  42. Bitar G. Transaxillary Breast Augmentations. Lecture presented at: First Annual Congress of the Lebanese Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Conference and World Congress of Plastic Surgeons of Lebanese Descent; October 2010; Beirut, Lebanon.
  43. Bitar G. Hot Topics in Aesthetic Surgery 2010. Lecture presented at: University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; November 9, 2009; Charlottesville, VA.
  44. Bitar G. Cosmetic Surgery in the Google Age. Lecture presented at: INOVA Fairfax Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery Section Meeting; 2008; Fairfax, VA.
  45. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: Health & Beauty magazine; November 2006.
  46. Bitar G. Broadminded – Cosmetic Fillers. Featured guest on: XM radio channel 155; November 30, 2006.
  47. Bitar G. Facelift/Neck lift. Featured guest on: Healthline; November 29, 2006.
  48. Bitar G. Broadminded – Latest in Cosmetic Surgery. Featured guest on: XM radio channel 155; November 1, 2006.
  49. Bitar G. Tummy Tucks. Featured guest on: Healthline; October 5, 2006.
  50. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery After 50. Featured guest on: the Prudent Advisor; September 25, 2006.
  51. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: DC Style magazine; 2006.
  52. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: Plastic Surgery Products magazine; 2005.
  53. Bitar G. Age Management and Healthy Living. Featured guest on: Al Arabiya TV Station; 2005.
  54. Bitar G. Anti-Aging Medicine and Plastic Surgery. Featured guest on: Channel 96; 2005.
  55. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery For Men in the Workplace. Featured guest on: Washington Business Radio, 1050AM; April 28, 2004.
  56. Bitar G. Plastic Surgery: Is It a Need or a Luxury? Lecture presented at: American Arab Medical Association; March 12, 2003; Vienna, VA.
  57. Bitar G. 10 Things Every Plastic Surgeon Should Know – Starting Your Practice. Lecture presented at: University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; September 24, 2007; Charlottesville, VA.
  58. Bitar G. Transaxillary Breast Augmentation. Lecture presented at: University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; January 29, 2007; Charlottesville, VA.
  59. Bitar G. Incorporating a Medispa in Your Plastic Surgery Practice. Lecture presented at: University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; 2006; Charlottesville, VA.
  60. Bitar G. Techniques in Treating Bariatric Surgery Patients. Lecture presented at: INOVA Fairfax Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery Section Meeting; October 5, 2004; Fairfax, VA.
  61. Bitar G. Cosmetic Considerations after Massive Weight Loss. Lecture presented at: American University of Beirut Grand Rounds; August 9, 2004; Beirut, Lebanon.
  62. Bitar G. Neck Lift w/Suture Suspension and Tisseel Glue. Lecture presented at: American University of Beirut Grand Rounds; August 9, 2004; Beirut, Lebanon.
  63. Bitar G. What Every OB/GYN Should Know-From Wound Care to Cosmetic Surgery. Lecture presented at: INOVA Fairfax hospital OB/GYN Grand Rounds; May 17, 2004; Fairfax, VA.
  64. Bitar G. Latest Techniques in Cosmsetic Surgery. Lecture presented at: American University of Beirut Grand Rounds; 2003; Beirut, Lebanon.
  65. Bitar G. What’s New in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Lecture presented at: Prince William Hospital Grand Rounds; 2003; Manassas, VA.
  66. Bitar G. Latest Techniques in Cosmetic Surgery. Lecture presented at: University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; 2002; Charlottesville, VA.
  67. Bitar G. Cosmetic Surgery Around the World. Lecture presented at: Fairfax Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; 2002; Fairfax, VA.
  68. Bitar G. Sayeg A, Dahman M, Mullis W, Jacobs W, Matthews D, Beasley M, Smith K, Watterson P, Getz S, Capizzi P, Eaves III, F. Safety and Efficacy of Office Based Surgery with Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/ Sedation in 4,778 Consecutive Plastic Surgery Procedures. Paper presented at: International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Meeting; 2001; Beirut, Lebanon.
  69. Bitar G. Sayeg A, Dahman M, Mullis W, Jacobs W, Matthews D, Beasley M, Smith K, Watterson P, Getz S, Capizzi P, Eaves III, F. Safety and Efficacy of Office Based Surgery with Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/ Sedation in 4,778 Consecutive Plastic Surgery Procedures. Paper presented at: Southeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Meeting; 2001; Orlando, FL.
  70. Bitar G. Herman C, Williams R, Gampper T, Hoard M, Lin K, Knox L, Drake D, Amiss L, Morgan R. One Year Experience Hair Removal for Medical Indications Using the Diode Laser at a University Center. Paper presented at: American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Meeting; 2000; Orlando, FL.
  71. Bitar G. Williams R, Gampper T, Hoard M, Lin K, Knox L, Drake D, Amiss L, Morgan R. One Year Experience of Hair Removal Using the Diode Laser at a University Center. Paper presented at: Arabplast Meeting; 2000; Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
  72. Bitar G. Third World Medical Missions: Vietnam and India. Lecture presented at: American University of Beiruit Grand Rounds; 2000; Beirut, Lebanon.
  73. Bitar G. Champagne L, Agren L, Sotereanos D, Nystrom A. Carpal Tunnel Release in USA and Sweden: Cost Determining Factors. Paper presented at: Swedish Hand Society Meeting; 1998; Stockholm, Sweden.
  74. Bitar G. Interplast Trip to Vietnam. Lecture presented at: Albert Einstein Medical Center Grand Rounds; 1998; Philadelphia, PA.
  75. Bitar G. Alexandrides J, Missirian R, Hisey M, Sotereanos D, Nystrom A. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in USA and Sweden: A Medico-Economic Comparison. Lecture presented at: Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons Meeting; 1997; Bermuda.
  76. Bitar G. Yang SL, Badosa FG. Balloon Angioplasty vs. Patch Angioplasty as an Adjuvant to Surgical Thrombectomy of Hemodialysis Grafts. Paper presented at: Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery Symposium; 1997; Naples, FL.
  77. Bitar G. Lebanon and the “No Reflow Phenomenon.” Lecture presented at: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Resident Conference; 1996; Pittsburgh, PA.
  78. Bitar G. Lebanon and the “No Reflow Phenomenon.” Lecture presented at: Albert Einstein Medical Center Transplant conference; 1996; Philadelphia, PA.
  79. DeSmet M, Bitar G, Roberge F, Gery I, Nussenblatt RB. Human S-Antigen: Presence of Multiple Immunogenic and Immunopathogenic Sites in the Lewis Rat. Paper presented at: American Research in Visions and Optics Meeting; 1991; Sarasota, FL.

 

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