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MEET DR PATRICK OBASI
MD, FAACS
With an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, he earned a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and biochemistry at the University of Texas Arlington and continued studying at Howard University College of Medicine. He excelled in medical school, receiving the American Medical Student Association’s Exemplary Leadership Award as chapter president. Howard University Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation honored him with their Research Fellowship Awards. Dr. Obasi received the Graduating Students’ Award for Courage and Perseverance from Howard University College of Medicine and the Community Outreach Scholarship granted by the Academy of Family Physicians to the most outstanding student in the class.
At Graduate Hospital Philadelphia, he received the Surgical Excellence Award during his general surgery residency. This honor is bestowed upon the resident who achieved the top score in the American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination and demonstrated unsurpassed surgical skills. He completed a surgery residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. After accepting a cosmetic surgery fellowship, he relocated to California to train under Dr. Jacob Haiavy, a leader in the field.
With surgical training completed, Dr. Obasi set out to gain a broad background in clinical experience. He returned to Texas, to the state and people he loves, to practice as a general, trauma, and laparoscopic surgeon. He worked as an emergency room physician, as well. He served as chief of surgery and trauma medical director at these posts and was an executive member of the board of directors.
Dr. Obasi is acknowledged as a Top Surgeon by the International Association of Healthcare Professionals (IAHCP). He has also been accepted by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons (AIPS) as one of the “Ten Best Plastic Surgeons in Texas” (This is a prestigious honor given to the surgeon who has attained the highest degree of professional achievement in their field and has done so with an impeccable Patient Satisfaction rating).
He maintains membership in these professional organizations
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
- American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
- American Medical Association
- American Institute of Plastic Surgeons
- National Academy of Plastic Surgeons
- North Texas American College of Surgeons
With a deep concern for the welfare of his native Nigerians, he founded and funds an organization that provides care for underprivileged widows in his hometown.
MEET DR. RUTH OLUMBA
DO, MPH, FAACS, FACOG, NCMP
MEET DANA BINGHAM, AESTHETIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Dana Bingham is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in the field of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Surgery. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing with a minor in Healthcare Management from Baptist College of Health Sciences located in Memphis, Tennessee. She went on to earn a Master of Science Degree in Nursing—Leadership and Management from Western Governors University. After relocating to Dallas from Los Angeles, California, she returned to school to complete a Post Master’s Certification for Family Nurse Practitioner at The University of Texas at Arlington. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
Dana is an active member of the American College of Nurse Practitioners. She has 13 years of healthcare experience. Prior to joining Noble Cosmetic Surgery, she worked in varied specialties, including acute care, clinical research, case management, and travel nursing. Dana works closely with Dr. Obasi and is involved in the entire continuum of patient care, from consultation throughout surgery and follow-up care. She is passionate about aesthetics and genuinely enjoys being there for patients throughout their surgical journey.
