American Board of Cosmetic Surgery Names New President and Welcomes New Officers & Trustees

CHICAGO, Jan. 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, a certifying board dedicated to excellence in the speciality of cosmetic surgery, is happy to announce the induction of their new president, Dr. Alexander Sobel of Anderson Sobel Cosmetic Surgery. 

Dr. Jacob Haiavy, past president of the organization, has served the board for two years and is pleased to hand over the presidency to such an esteemed colleague and cosmetic surgeon:  "It has been an honor to serve the Board over the years, and I look forward to seeing our continued progress promoting safety and supporting further advancements in the field."

Dr. Sobel is a triple board certified surgeon in general cosmetic surgery, cosmetic facial surgery, and otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery based in Bellevue, Washington. He has served the board as Vice President, Trustee, and Fellowship Director, in addition to his former role as President of the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery.

"I have enjoyed great satisfaction and pride through my service to the Board for two terms as Vice President and Trustee," says Dr. Sobel. "I look forward to continuing my service in this new capacity. It is an honor to accept the torch passed by Dr. Jacob Haiavy, whose hard work, commitment, and vision have set the bar for excellence within our Board."

Congratulations to 2018 Officers & Trustees

In addition to naming Dr. Sobel as new acting president, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery has named both new and re-elected Officers and Trustees in 2018.

2018 Officers
Alex Sobel, DO, FAACS (President)
Wilbur Hah, MD (Vice President)
J. Kevin Duplechain, MD (Treasurer)
Robert Shumway, MD, FACS (Secretary)

New Trustees:
Mohammad Banki, MD, DMD
Gerald Edds, MD
Filiberto Rodriguez, MD
Jeffrey Swetnam, MD
Howard Tobin, MD

"I am pleased to welcome Dr. Alexander Sobel and our incoming Officers and Trustees," Dr. Haiavy states. "The Board is pleased to have such bright, committed leadership ushering us into a new year."

About American Board of Cosmetic Surgery: The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS) is the only board dedicated exclusively to excellence in the medical specialty of cosmetic surgery. For more than 30 years, the ABCS has demonstrated the highest standards of training, knowledge, and expertise in cosmetic surgery, in addition to promoting safe and ethical practice. You can find more information about the ABCS online at www.americanboardcosmeticsurgery.org

Media Contact: Dr. Alexander Sobel, American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, (425) 689-5665

SOURCE American Board of Cosmetic Surgery