Welcome to the Practice of Dr. Stephen Beals. Our practice and team exists to serve you by building your trust in our professionalism, displaying our compassion for your unique circumstances, and demonstrating our expertise by using the most advanced and researched techniques and technology. We are the most advanced provider of Arizona cosmetic surgery in the Valley and look forward to serving you, so please don't hesitate to contact us with questions about cosmetic surgery or craniofacial procedures!

About Dr. Stephen P. Beals:

Dr. Beals graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a General Surgery Residency at Beaumont Hospital in Detroit, MI. In pursuit of specialized training, he completed the Phoenix Plastic Surgery Residency in Phoenix, AZ, which included reconstructive and cosmetic techniques, followed by a Craniomaxillofacial Fellowship at the University of Toronto, Hospital for Sick Children. He has been in private practice since 1986 and has founded the Craniofacial Foundation of Arizona and the Barrow Craniofacial Center (previously Southwest Craniofacial Center) where he is currently the Director. He has also developed the Heads Up Baby® educational material.

Dr. Beals was certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 1986 and the American Board of Surgery in 1984. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Craniofacial Surgery (founding member), the American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, the American Association of Plastic Surgery, and the International Society of Craniofacial Surgery.

In addition to his private practice he is involved in teaching, research and publication. He is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences at Arizona State University. He spent much of his childhood in Africa as the son of missionaries and has participated in overseas medical missions in countries such as Bangladesh, Mexico, and Vietnam. Dr. Beals has consistently appeared in the Phoenix Top Docs magazine and among the Best Doctors in America®, and has received accolades for his service to the community.

In his personal time, Dr. Beals enjoys outdoor retreats, sporting events and activities, music, art, experimenting with new gadgets, and spending quality time with his wife, Martha, and three grown daughters.

Our Mission:

Choosing to have reconstructive or cosmetic surgery is a big decision and we want to assure that our patients have all the information they need when making that choice. Dr. Beals and his staff aspire to provide the highest quality of care to their patients. We deliver compassion and professionalism while utilizing the most up-to-date and advanced medical techniques. We strive to create an environment that builds confidence and trust in us. Our goal is to help you achieve the most desired results from your medical procedure and develop a long-lasting relationship.

Our Philosophy:

TRUST

Dr. Beals knows the most important issue between a doctor and his patients is a deep rooted trust. Therefore, he and his staff will build your trust by keeping their commitments to you and your time, as well as treating you and your family with respect and support. We understand that every patient is an individual and that each patient has distinct and personal goals for the outcome of their procedure.

COMPASSION

Dr. Beals understands that each person or family he consults with has a unique set of circumstances and requirements that have brought them to his office. As a result, his objective is to get to know each patient and understand their goals. Dr. Beal views every patient as an individual and compassionately uses his experience and expertise to make specific recommendations to deliver the best possible outcome for each patient.

EXPERTISE

Dr. Beals believes that in order to be the best physician for his patients he must continue to learn and grow in his field. Dr. Beals is constantly searching out innovative and improved information, and he is well-educated in the most recent research, technologies and techniques pertaining to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Beals and his staff take pride in the personalized and compassionate service we offer our patients. We work to identify each patient's unique needs and we serve those requests as best we can. Whether you are interested in surgery, a procedure or want information about what the process will be like for you and your family, Dr. Beals and his staff can answer all of your questions. We want to help you make the best possible decision. Dr. Beals looks forward to meeting with you in a personal consultation to answer your questions and provide a recommendation to best meet your needs.