Michael P. Bentley, MD
ASPS, ASAPS, FACS
Plastic Surgery Associates of Montgomery
6727 Taylor Court Montgomery AL 36117
Plastic Surgery Associates of Montgomery is the largest plastic surgery practice in Montgomery. Cosmetic surgery should be a positive, safe and fulfilling experience for every patient. That is why our dedicated team of doctors, nurses, office and surgical staff work together to provide a relaxed, comfortable environment in which to discuss plastic surgery options. Our skilled patient counselors take the time to answer questions, listen to concerns, and guide each patient through every phase of the cosmetic surgery process to assure predictable and satisfying results. Surgical procedures are explained in detail, including viewing before and after photos and computer imaging of the procedures. Prior to any procedure, the patient's complete medical history is taken and a physical examination is performed. All patient information is held in the strictest confidence. Plastic Surgery Associates offers it's patients afordable surgical costs, flexibility in scheduling surgery confidentiality and the comfort that comes from knowing they will receive continuous care from staff accustomed to working together as a team on a regular basis, thereby assuring the highest level of patient care.
Academic Background
Undergraduate: A native of Alabama, Dr. Bentley graduated with high honors from Auburn University before heading to the University of Alabama School of Medicine where he was awarded a fellowship for outstanding scholarship and aptitude. He completed both his general surgery and plastic surgery residencies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham where he distinguished himself in facial and neck surgery research and the most complicated breast procedures.
Graduate: Let me tell you about the most important certifications he possesses and why you should look for them when selecting a plastic surgeon. Dr. Bentley is a Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and an Active Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Bentley also holds membership in The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), which is the highest recognition for excellence in cosmetic surgery of the face and body.
Medical: To be an active member of ASPS, a doctor must have completed four years of medical school, three to five years of clinical training in general surgery, and a residency of at least two years in an accredited plastic surgery hospital program. In addition, the doctor must be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and have passed the scrutiny of his or her peers.
Societies, Memberships, and Affiliations Board Certified ASPS ASAPS
Academic Affiliations Beyond his skill as a surgeon, Dr. Bentley has received an appreciation award from the local chapter of the American Cancer Society for his legislative, educational and fundraising efforts on behalf of breast cancer patients. Dr Bentley has presented to national meetings before his peers regarding facial cosmetic and breast surgery. In the February 2003 issue of Business Alabama, The Best Doctors in America scoped out the doctors most respected by their peers, and for a first time list of the best physicians in the state of Alabama there were five Plastic surgeons Ĕ Dr. Bentley was one of the five!