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The surgeons

Six surgeons. One standard.

Searching for a plastic surgeon in Tulsa? Cosmetic surgeon or plastic surgeon — the difference, explained, with every board named below.

Portrait of Dr. Angelo Cuzalina
Meet Dr. Cuzalina — the film

Dr. Angelo Cuzalina, MD, DDS

Founder · Fellowship Director · 18,000+ procedures (published profile)

AACS President 2011–2012ABCS President 2013Fellowship DirectorTextbook Editor
EducationOklahoma State University (BS Physiology 1987) → Baylor College of Dentistry (DDS 1991, ranked 2nd of 82) → University of Alabama School of Medicine (MD 1995)
PathOral & maxillofacial surgery residency (UAB, Chief Resident 1996–97) → general cosmetic surgery fellowship, Abilene TX, under Howard A. Tobin, MD (AACS President 1993–95)
BoardsAmerican Board of Cosmetic Surgery (2000; recert. 2010, 2020) · American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery (2015) · American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (2000; recert. 2010)
LeadershipPresident, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (2011–2012) · President, American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (2013) · President, Cosmetic Surgery Foundation (2016–2018, per CV) · Section Editor, The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery
TeachingDirects one of only 16 ABCS-listed general cosmetic surgery fellowships in the U.S. (co-director James Koehler, MD, DDS) · Co-Chair, Body Procedures Cadaver Workshop, AACS 2026
RecognitionSRC Master Surgeon in Specialized Cosmetic Surgery — Face & Neck AND Trunk, Breast & Extremities (2021) · “Physician Surgical Innovator of the Year,” THE Aesthetic Show 2018
FacilityAAAHC-accredited surgery center with a private overnight guest suite
FocusRhinoplasty · deep plane facelift · complex revision surgery · total-body contouring

Complete repository — every article, chapter, presidency and film — lives in The Cuzalina Library →

Dr. Chase Nelson, DO

Cosmetic Surgeon · Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty · Natural Face, Breast & Body

Triple board-certifiedUltrasonic rhinoplastyFellowship-trained
CertificationAmerican Board of Cosmetic Surgery · American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery · American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery
PathOtolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery Residency → cosmetic surgery fellowship at Tulsa Surgical Arts — “invited to stay” after completion
TeachingCo-director of one of only 16 ABCS-listed cosmetic surgery fellowships in the U.S. · OSUMC Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery faculty and resident educator
Experience“Over a decade of surgical experience” — practice bio; NPPES: NPI 1023493566, practice address 7322 E 91st St (= TSA)
FocusUltrasonic rhinoplasty · natural results across the face, breast & body — the full range of cosmetic surgery

Dr. Chase Nelson is a fellowship-trained, triple board-certified cosmetic surgeon. With over a decade of surgical experience, Dr. Nelson offers expert care in all areas of cosmetic surgery of the face and body. He prides himself on cultivating a meaningful doctor–patient relationship while facilitating achievement of your aesthetic goals. His medical and surgical training, paired with his artistic eye, allows him to deliver transformational results.

During his otolaryngology — head and neck surgery residency he was trained extensively in nasal surgery and facial plastic surgery, lending to his skillfulness in performing rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation. As a cosmetic surgery fellow, he developed a love for — and proficiency in — the full range of body sculpting (liposculpture), breast surgery, tummy tuck, and other procedures. His demeanor, surgical acumen, and devotion to excellent patient care afforded him the invitation to stay at Tulsa Surgical Arts after completing his fellowship.

When out of the office, Dr. Nelson loves the outdoors, watersports, and physical fitness. He and his wife are the proud parents of three children.

— Bio provided by Dr. Nelson, September 2026

Portrait of Dr. Carisa Champion

Dr. Carisa Champion, DO, JD, MPH

Cosmetic Surgeon · Face, Breast & Body

Triple degree: DO · JD · MPHABCS Diplomate 2024Grey’s Anatomy medical consultant
DegreesDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Juris Doctor, and Master of Public Health — all three earned at Nova Southeastern University in a combined six-year program she helped create; undergraduate at Florida State
TrainingGeneral surgery residency, University of Florida — Jacksonville (with earlier training in Pennsylvania) → cosmetic surgery fellowship through the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery at Tulsa Surgical Arts
CertificationAmerican Board of Cosmetic Surgery — Diplomate 2024 (ABCS directory)
MediaSurgical Communications Fellow for ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy — “consults on the medical aspects of the show and also helps write scripts” (The DO, 2020)
FocusCosmetic surgery of the face, breast & body — “from a whole person perspective”

Dr. Carisa Champion is a cosmetic surgeon with a passion for enhancing the inherent beauty of her patients from a whole person perspective, helping them look refreshed and natural. With a decade of surgical experience, she specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, utilizing the latest techniques to achieve exceptional results. Known for her compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Champion partners with her patients to create personalized treatment plans that align with their unique goals and desires.

Education and Involvement

Dr. Champion is recognized for her groundbreaking achievements in medicine, law, and public health. She holds the distinction of being the first individual to simultaneously attend and graduate from medical school, law school, and a master’s program in public health. Her commitment to improving healthcare at multiple levels includes serving as a White House intern and collaborating with the Department of Health and Human Services on various health-related initiatives. Her extensive involvement in national organizations reflects her dedication to health and her patients.

After medical school, Dr. Champion trained in general surgery in Pennsylvania and Florida. During her training she enjoyed working in cosmetic, trauma, reconstructive and wound surgery. After graduation from her general surgery residency, she was accepted into a cosmetic surgery fellowship through the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Champion specializes in body procedures including mommy makeovers, arms, legs, liposuction, wound surgery and labiaplasty.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Champion has held academic roles, teaching Professional Ethics and Health Law to public health and medical students, and mentoring Health Law students in national competitions. She completed a Surgical Communications Fellowship with the TV show Grey’s Anatomy and wrote for the show highlighting critical issues such as human trafficking. Furthermore, she was the Lead of Patient Education for Care Access, focusing on innovative treatments, and most recently worked for NASA in the Office of the Chief Health and Medical Officer on their standards and policies.

Personal

Dr. Champion is passionate about the intersection of medicine, media, law, and policy, and she continues to advocate for patients both locally and nationally. Outside of her practice, she is actively involved in community outreach and education, sharing her expertise through workshops and seminars. On a personal note, she has a relative obsession with all things Star Wars and enjoys exploring the great outdoors, spending time with her family, and engaging in various artistic pursuits.

Portrait of Dr. Rola Eid

Dr. Rola Eid, DO, FACOS, FACS

Dual board-certified (AOBS) · Plastic & Reconstructive + General Surgery

Dual board (AOBS)Mayo Clinic-trainedFACOS · FACS
Certification“Dual board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery and general surgery from the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery” — practice bio
TrainingFirst OSU Medical Center resident to complete eight years of post-graduate training: internship, general surgery residency, plastic & reconstructive fellowship
Advanced studyMayo Clinic (breast reconstruction & microsurgery) · UT Southwestern · Duke · Austin-Weston (aging face) · Saint Louis University (advanced facelift)
FocusBreast procedures · body contouring · facial rejuvenation · cosmetic surgery of the aging face
Portrait of Dr. Pasquale Tolomeo

Dr. Pasquale Tolomeo, MD, DDS

Hi-definition liposculpture · Body & Face

ABCS certified 2021NYU-trained~2,000 fellowship cases
EducationSt. John’s (BS) → University of Michigan (DDS) → NYU (MD)
TrainingGeneral surgery internship & OMS residency, NYU Langone/Bellevue; cosmetic surgery fellowship at Tulsa Surgical Arts under Dr. Cuzalina — “nearly 2,000 major surgical procedures” (Tampa Surgical Arts bio)
CertificationAmerican Board of Cosmetic Surgery — certified 2021 (ABCS directory)
FocusBrazilian butt lifts · high-definition liposuction · tummy tucks · mommy makeovers · breast surgery
Portrait of Dr. Sebastian Gutierrez De Pineres

Dr. Sebastian Gutierrez De Pineres, MD, DDS

Cosmetic Surgeon · Oklahoma City

Columbia-trainedNorthwell head & neckABCS Diplomate 2025
Training“Born in Bogotá, Colombia, and trained in New York City at Columbia University Medical Center, graduating with honors” — practice bio
Advanced“Rigorous training in maxillofacial trauma, reconstructive head and neck surgery, and temporomandibular joint surgery at Northwell Health in Manhattan and Long Island” — practice bio
FellowshipCosmetic surgery fellowship at Tulsa Surgical Arts under Dr. Cuzalina (practice bio, archived July 2025) · American Board of Cosmetic Surgery — Diplomate 2025 (ABCS directory)
Focus“Extensive experience in complex aesthetic breast surgery, comprehensive body contouring procedures, and advanced facial surgical techniques” — practice bio

Dr. Gutierrez was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and trained in New York City at Columbia University Medical Center, graduating with honors. He further advanced his expertise through rigorous training in maxillofacial trauma, reconstructive head and neck surgery, and temporomandibular joint surgery at Northwell Health in Manhattan and Long Island.

Driven by a passion for aesthetics, Dr. Gutierrez pursued further specialization in cosmetic surgery and is completing his fellowship training under world-class cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Angelo Cuzalina.

During his time at Tulsa Surgical Arts, Dr. Gutierrez has gained extensive experience in complex aesthetic breast surgery, comprehensive body contouring procedures, and advanced facial surgical techniques. He has co-authored multiple publications, including book chapters on simultaneous breast augmentation with mastopexy and various abdominoplasty techniques.

Dr. Gutierrez believes in partnering closely with each patient, taking the time to listen and understand their unique goals in order to deliver personalized, natural-looking results that enhance both confidence and well-being.

Beyond the roster

The bench behind the surgeons.

The fellowship that renews this roster every year — and the founder’s complete published record.

The Fellowship →The Cuzalina Library →
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