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Absolutely love the work of the staff here. It takes a team!

—Stefany, Southern Surgical Arts Patient

It’s not just about how you look. It’s the confidence that comes when you feel like yourself.

A First of Its Kind

We’re proud to be the first U.S. surgical center with Center of Excellence honors in Plastic Surgery and Body Contouring, with an award-winning med spa across Tennessee and Georgia.

Experience That Shows

With more than 18,000 surgeries and over 5,500 patients treated, our surgical and med spa team brings 60 years of experience—and results that consistently speak for themselves.

Beauty, Backed by Trust

Named Chattanooga’s Best of the Best med spa and trusted by thousands across the Southeast, SSA offers personalized treatments that set the standard for aesthetic excellence.

Training the Next Generation of Surgeons

Home to one of the largest U.S. cosmetic surgery fellowships, SSA shapes the next generation of aesthetic leaders—advancing innovation and expertise across surgical and non-surgical care.

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Meet Our Highly-Skilled Surgeons

Dr. Chad Deal

Dr. Deal is triple board-certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS), and the American Board of Surgery (ABS). He is the founder of Southern Surgical Arts, where he continues to guide its growth and reputation for excellence in cosmetic care.

Renowned for innovation, Dr. Deal has introduced advanced procedures like VASER Hi-Def Lipo and cutting-edge facial rejuvenation to the Southeastern U.S.

Dr. Daniel Barker

Dr. Barker earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Virginia. He completed facial plastics training in both VA and UCLA and practiced as a facial plastic surgeon in New York City before joining Southern Surgical Arts. His clinical focus includes surgical and non-surgical facial procedures.

  • Facial Plastics training – UVA and UCLA
  • MD and General Surgery Residency – University of Virginia
  • Former facial plastic surgeon – New York City

Dr. Andrew Ray

Dr. Ray completed his general surgery residency at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital in Michigan and pursued a cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts. He is active in several national surgical organizations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.

  • Fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • Active member: American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
  • Active member: American College of Osteopathic Surgeons

Dr. Jerimiah Mason

Dr. Mason completed his general surgery residency in Birmingham, AL and practiced as a general surgeon in Asheville, NC before transitioning to cosmetic surgery. He completed a facial and body cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts and now performs a range of elective aesthetic procedures and male modifications.

  • Fellowship-trained in facial and body cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • General Surgery Residency – Birmingham, AL
  • Former general surgeon – Asheville, NC

Dr. Kyle Summers

Dr. Summers is triple board-eligible in general surgery, cosmetic surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery. He completed his residency in general surgery at South TN and completed a cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts. His prior experience includes trauma and acute care surgery before transitioning to elective aesthetic procedures.

  • Triple board eligible: General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Cosmetic Surgery
  • General Surgery Residency – East Tennessee State University
  • Fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery (SSA)

Dr. Vincent Gardner

Dr. Gardner earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency in Chattanooga, TN. He later completed a fellowship in facial and body cosmetic surgery with Southern Surgical Arts and now specializes in post-weight-loss body contouring and comprehensive cosmetic procedures.

  • Fellowship-trained in facial and body cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • General Surgery Residency – Chattanooga, TN
  • MD – University of South Alabama College of Medicine
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Dr. Chad Deal

Chief Medical Officer | Triple Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Chad Deal

Dr. Deal is triple board-certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS), and the American Board of Surgery (ABS). He is the founder of Southern Surgical Arts, where he continues to guide its growth and reputation for excellence in cosmetic care.

Renowned for innovation, Dr. Deal has introduced advanced procedures like VASER Hi-Def Lipo and cutting-edge facial rejuvenation to the Southeastern U.S.

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Dr. Daniel Barker

Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist | Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Daniel Barker

Dr. Barker earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the University of Virginia. He completed facial plastics training in both VA and UCLA and practiced as a facial plastic surgeon in New York City before joining Southern Surgical Arts. His clinical focus includes surgical and non-surgical facial procedures.

  • Facial Plastics training – UVA and UCLA
  • MD and General Surgery Residency – University of Virginia
  • Former facial plastic surgeon – New York City
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Dr. Andrew Ray

Board-Certified Cosmetic & General Surgeon

Dr. Andrew Ray

Dr. Ray completed his general surgery residency at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital in Michigan and pursued a cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts. He is active in several national surgical organizations, including the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.

  • Fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • Active member: American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
  • Active member: American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
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Dr. Jerimiah Mason

Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Jerimiah Mason

Dr. Mason completed his general surgery residency in Birmingham, AL and practiced as a general surgeon in Asheville, NC before transitioning to cosmetic surgery. He completed a facial and body cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts and now performs a range of elective aesthetic procedures and male modifications.

  • Fellowship-trained in facial and body cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • General Surgery Residency – Birmingham, AL
  • Former general surgeon – Asheville, NC
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Dr. Kyle Summers

Cosmetic Surgeon | Triple Board-Eligible

Dr. Kyle Summers

Dr. Summers is triple board-eligible in general surgery, cosmetic surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery. He completed his residency in general surgery at South TN and completed a cosmetic surgery fellowship with Southern Surgical Arts. His prior experience includes trauma and acute care surgery before transitioning to elective aesthetic procedures.

  • Triple board eligible: General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Cosmetic Surgery
  • General Surgery Residency – East Tennessee State University
  • Fellowship-trained in cosmetic surgery (SSA)
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Dr. Vincent Gardner

Board-Certified Cosmetic & General Surgeon | Vein Specialist

Dr. Vincent Gardner

Dr. Gardner earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency in Chattanooga, TN. He later completed a fellowship in facial and body cosmetic surgery with Southern Surgical Arts and now specializes in post-weight-loss body contouring and comprehensive cosmetic procedures.

  • Fellowship-trained in facial and body cosmetic surgery (SSA)
  • General Surgery Residency – Chattanooga, TN
  • MD – University of South Alabama College of Medicine

patient testimonials Real Stories. Real Results.

From start to finish, the whole experience was top-notch.

From start to finish, the whole experience was top-notch. Everything was described in detail. I felt very welcome and calm the whole time. The staff was extraordinary. I love the confidence that my breast now give me. It gave me a shape that no amount of eating right and exercise...

—H.J.

I couldn’t be happier with my results

Very satisfied! Dr. Kluska is amazing! He told me what I needed to keep a natural look, which is what I desire. I couldn’t be happier with my results and look forward to seeing him in the future! Dr. Kluska is very compassionate and listens to you as a patient...

—J.L.

I look great, and the staff is knowledgeable!

They go over all options and make sure you know what to expect, as well as check up on you after surgery. [Single best thing is…] letting me know what exactly was going to happen before surgery and how to achieve it!...

—R.D.

They made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in the door.

Great individualized care – compassion and was given great information on products/procedure to allow me to make an informed decision. Was welcomed from the moment I walked in the door and all the way back out. Waiting room is very nice, though I didn’t wait long enough to fully enjoy...

—S.B.

Definitely would recommend to family or friends.

Dr. Deal was very informative. He could tell I was nervous and eased me into the consult. Any question I asked he answered thoroughly. His team was great as well. Very kind and warm people. It’s obvious they take bedside manner very seriously. Definitely would recommend to family or friends....

—L.H.

For the first time in years, I can honestly say that I love my body.

The staff is professional, attentive, and proactive. Dr. Deal was the first doctor I consulted with (I had 2 other consultations elsewhere) who actually had a vision and recommendations for the results I wanted to achieve. The other doctors seemed reluctant to give their professional opinions or recommendations and were...

—T.C.

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Meet Our Med Spa Team

Brooke Humble

Esthetician & Laser Specialist

Tammy Capel

Laser Expert

Caitlyn Otero

Nurse Injector

Chantel Everett

Felicia Wright

Laser Expert

Camille Arledge, AGACNP-BC, MSN

Nurse Practitioner

Carey Miller FNP-C

LIFE Wellness

Rosemary Rabago

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LIFE at Southern Surgical Arts

Experience personalized wellness designed to help you feel your best, inside and out. Our expert-led services support hormone balance, energy, sleep, sexual health, and weight management for both women and men. Using advanced diagnostics and natural therapies, we create custom treatment plans that align with your unique needs, goals, and lifestyle. Whether you're navigating aging changes or simply want to feel more vibrant, our team is here to help you restore balance and live fully.

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Beauty Bar Treatments

Reveal your most radiant skin with advanced non-surgical treatments at our Beauty Bar. From injectables and laser therapies to facials and skin rejuvenation, our licensed medical professionals deliver personalized care in a luxurious setting. It’s aesthetic medicine designed to refresh, refine, and restore. And best of all, no downtime required, just beautiful, natural-looking results you’ll love.

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