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Dr. Chad Deal, Chief Medical Officer | Triple Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon

Visionary Leadership and Trusted Results

Dr. Chad Deal is one of the region’s most accomplished cosmetic surgeons, known for his blend of surgical artistry, advanced training, and patient-first care. As Chief Medical Officer at Southern Surgical Arts, he has led thousands of patients through safe, transformative experiences, delivering refined, natural-looking, and deeply personal results.

Board-Certified and Fellowship-Trained

Dr. Deal holds certification from the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (ABCS), the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (ABFCS), and the American Board of Surgery (ABS). With more than 4,800 major procedures performed, his expertise spans the full spectrum of body contouring, facial rejuvenation, and aesthetic restoration.

A Passion for Precision

Dr. Deal is widely respected for his advanced knowledge of body anatomy, particularly in procedures like Brazilian Butt Lifts and breast surgery. He has led cadaver-based surgical workshops and served as lab director for national hands-on trainings, where he teaches innovative techniques to cosmetic surgeons from around the world.

National Educator and Examiner

Dr. Deal is on the faculty of Southern Surgical Arts’ American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery’s Fellowship Program, and trains talented surgeons from around the country every year. The surgeons who finish the fellowship program are eligible to become certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Deal is an ABCS Board examiner and is on the Written Exam Committee. In addition, he serves on the AACS Fellowship Committee, which focuses on establishing educational criteria for AACS Fellowships. He is also an active member of the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, the American Medical Association, and the American College of Surgeons.

Recognized Excellence

Dr. Deal’s work has earned widespread recognition, including multiple Best Cosmetic Surgeon awards in Chattanooga, as well as the Patient’s Choice Award and Most Compassionate Doctor honors on Vitals.com. His reputation reflects his technical skill and the honesty, empathy, and care he brings to every patient interaction.

Aesthetic Philosophy

Dr. Deal believes that cosmetic surgery should never feel rushed or transactional. Every consultation is grounded in listening, transparency, and education. His goal is to help each patient make confident decisions and achieve natural enhancements that align with their unique goals and lifestyle.

Outside the Practice

Known for his tireless work ethic and dedication to excellence, Dr. Deal views surgery as both science and service. When he’s not in the OR or leading educational initiatives, he’s focused on continually advancing the standard of care patients receive at Southern Surgical Arts.

Dr. Deal's CV

Education

07/2000 – 05/2004
UAB School of Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama
Doctorate of Medicine, May 2004

06/1998 – 05/2000
UAB, Birmingham, Alabama
Bachelor of Science Degrpin Biology, June 2000

06/1996 – 05/1998
UAB Walker College, Jasper, Alabama
Associate of Science, May 1998

Work Experience

01/2011 – Current
Southern Surgical Arts, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Cosmetic Surgeon

07/2010 – Current
Evolve Cosmetic Surgery, Birmingham, Alabama
Owner and Cosmetic Surgeon

07/2009 – 06/2010
Las Vegas Plastic Surgery Institute, Las Vegas, Nevada
Cosmetic Surgery Fellow

05/2007 – 06/2009
Dr. Randall Real, ENT, Birmingham, Alabama
Extracurricular experience

06/2004 – 06/2009
Baptist Health System, Medical Education, Birmingham, Alabama
General Surgery resident

06/2000 – 08/2000
Howard Cosmetic and Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Birmingham, Alabama
Office/Surgical assistant

10/1998 – 05/2000
UAB, Birmingham, Alabama
Anatomy lab teacher

06/1997 – 08/1997
Seidel Plastic Surgery, Jasper, Alabama
Office assistant

05/1996 – 08/1996
Southern Orthopedics, Jasper, Alabama
Cast technician

05/1993 – 08/1996
Benchmark Textiles, Fort Payne, Alabama
Manual labor

Licensure

01/2011 - 05/2012
Tennessee License Number, #46840

01/2011 - 05/2012
Georgia License Number, #65536

10/2009 - 06/2011
Nevada License Number, #13316

01/2007 - 12/2011
Alabama License Number, #27894

01/2007 - 12/2011
Alabama Controlled Substance License Number, #27894

08/2007 - 06/2013
DEA Registration, #FD0418168

Board Certifications

Current
American Board of General Surgery

Current
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery

Other Certifications

Current
Basic Cardiac Life Support, Provider

Current
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Provider

Current
Advanced Trauma Life Support, Provider

Awards and Honors

Early Promotion to Chief Resident as a PGY-4
Graduated top 25%. UAB School of Medicine
Graduated First in Class, Magna Cum Laude, 4.0 GPA, University of Alabama at Birmingham
Finalist, Research Competition, National Consortium of Breast Centers Annual Conference
Finalist, Resident Research Competition, American College of Surgeons, Alabama Chapter
Samuel Clements Little Award (First in Class in Neurology Clerkship), UAB School of Medicine
Freshman Chemistry Student of the Year, UAB Walker College
Organic Chemistry Student of the Year, UAB Walker College
Valedictorian, UAB Walker College

Memberships

American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, Diplomat
American Colege of Surgeons, Associate Fellow
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Fellow
American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, member
The Medical Association of Alabama, member
Jefferson County Medical Society, member
Hamilton County Medical Society, member

Research

2004-2005
Primary Research: Is There a Difference? A Comparison of Clinical and Operative Skills among Plastic Surgery Residents ni the Traditional and Expedited Residency Programs

2005-2006
Case Study: Two stage vac-assisted Reverse Sural Nerve Flap for coverage of a open distal tibial fracture in a patient with multiple co-morbidities and flap-survival risk factors

2006-2007
Case Study: Laparoscopic Harvested Omental Flaps for Chest Wall Reconstruction: Our Experience

2007-2008
Case Study: Stereotactic Concordance Conference Favorably Impacts Breast Cancer Concordance Rates

2008-2009
Case Study: Reconstruction of aChest Wal Defect Using Statice (LifeCel Corp.) Biologic Mesh

Presentations

2006
American Colege of Surgeons, Alabama Chapter
Presenter and Finalist for Resident Competition

2011
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Fall Symposium
Presenter, Brazilian But Lifts

Volunteer Experience

05/2001-2005
New Face Foundation, charity for children with craniofacial abnormalities

1996-1998
Apprentice for an OB/GYN at Dekalb County Hospital

1996-1997
Cancer "Walk for Life" Organizer/Participant

Hobbies & Interests

Electronics/emerging technologies, politics, snow skiing, tennis

References, Professional

Dr. Lane Smith. Program Director
Las Vegas Plastic Surgery Institute, Las Vegas. Nevada
702-838-2455 (office)
702-510-3579 (mobile)

Dr. Shields Frye. General Surgery Program Director
Baptist Health System, Medical Education, Birmingham, Alabama
205-599-4825 (office)
205-837-4440 (mobile)
205-804-9020 (pager)
205-969-1853 (home)

Dr. Carey Nease, Cosmetic Surgeon, Partner
Southern Surgical Arts. Calhoun, GA
706-629-8622 (office)
706-270-1015 (mobile)

Select the Location Dr. Chad Deal’s Locations Served

Chattanooga, TN

1405 Cowart St. #201
Chattanooga, TN 37408

(888) 988-5682

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