Safety Is Not a
Feature. It's the Foundation.
Every layer of our practice — credentials, facility, anesthesia, protocols — exists to keep you as safe as possible. Here is how we do it.
Board Certification
& Fellowship Training
Not all surgeons who call themselves "plastic surgeons" are board-certified. Dr. Levesque holds the highest level of certification available in plastic surgery — and the training to back it up.
American Board of Plastic Surgery
The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) is the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) for certification in plastic surgery. Earning this certification requires completing a minimum of six years of residency training, passing comprehensive written and oral examinations, and submitting a full case log for peer review.
Many surgeons perform cosmetic procedures without ABPS certification. When you choose Dr. Levesque, you are choosing a surgeon who has met the field's most rigorous standard.
ASAPS Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship
Beyond board certification, Dr. Levesque completed a highly competitive fellowship through the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) — now known as The Aesthetic Society. Fellowship training goes deeper than residency, with concentrated focus on advanced aesthetic techniques, patient outcomes, and the art of natural-looking results.
Fewer than a fraction of board-certified plastic surgeons complete this additional layer of training. It reflects a commitment not just to competence, but to excellence in aesthetic surgery specifically.
Training &
Education
Dr. Levesque's credentials are a product of years of rigorous training — from medical school through specialized aesthetic surgery fellowship. Here is his full path to practice.
Questions about Dr. Levesque's background?
We're happy to answer — in person, by phone, or before your consultation.
Accredited
Surgical Facility
Choosing an accredited surgical facility is one of the most important safety decisions in elective surgery. Our facility meets the same rigorous standards as a hospital operating room.
Accreditation Standards
Our surgical facility undergoes rigorous, unannounced inspections by an independent accrediting body. Accreditation requires meeting strict standards for equipment, sterility, staffing, and emergency preparedness — equivalent to a hospital operating room.
Emergency Preparedness
The facility maintains full emergency equipment including defibrillators, emergency medications, oxygen, and crash carts. All clinical staff maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Written hospital transfer protocols are in place and rehearsed.
Sterile Environment
All operating rooms meet hospital-grade sterilization protocols. Surgical instruments are sterile and single-use where indicated. Air filtration, traffic control, and gowning protocols are maintained to minimize infection risk.
Credentialed Clinical Team
Every member of the surgical and nursing team is credentialed and experienced in outpatient plastic surgery. Staffing ratios, training records, and continuing education requirements are verified as part of accreditation.
Patient Monitoring
Throughout your procedure, continuous monitoring includes pulse oximetry, cardiac rhythm (EKG), blood pressure, temperature, and capnography. Monitoring continues through your entire recovery period before discharge.
Regular Re-Inspection
Accreditation is not a one-time event. Our facility undergoes periodic re-inspection and must continuously meet evolving safety standards to maintain its accreditation status.
Anesthesia Safety
& Your Comfort
Anesthesia is one of the most important safety factors in any surgical procedure. We take it seriously.
Who Administers Your Anesthesia
Anesthesia for all surgical procedures at our facility is administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist or a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) with specialized experience in outpatient plastic surgery. They are not a "jack of all trades" — anesthesia is their entire focus.
Your anesthesia provider will meet with you before your procedure to review your medical history, discuss the anesthesia plan, answer your questions, and confirm you are a safe candidate for the planned approach.
During your procedure, your anesthesia provider is present and monitoring you continuously — from the moment anesthesia begins until you are safely in the recovery area.
Anesthesia Safety Standards
- Dedicated anesthesiologist or CRNA — not Dr. Levesque managing anesthesia himself
- Pre-operative anesthesia consultation — review of your health history, medications, and any risk factors
- Continuous vital sign monitoring throughout the entire procedure and recovery
- Malignant hyperthermia protocol and full emergency drug supply available in the operating room
- Post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) monitoring by trained nurses until you are fully awake and stable
- Nausea management protocol — we proactively minimize post-operative nausea for a more comfortable recovery
- Discharge criteria — you will not be discharged until you meet all clinical criteria for safe departure, accompanied by a responsible adult
Safety Protocols at
Every Stage
Safety is not a single checkpoint — it is built into every step of your experience, from consultation to recovery.
Thorough Candidacy Evaluation
We review your complete medical history, current medications, prior surgeries, allergies, and overall health status. Patients with certain conditions may require medical clearance from their primary care physician or cardiologist before we schedule surgery.
Honest Risk Discussion
Dr. Levesque reviews the realistic risks and benefits of every procedure — including rare but serious complications. Informed consent is never rushed. We encourage you to ask every question you have, and we will not schedule surgery until you are fully comfortable.
Medical Clearance & Labs
Depending on your age, health history, and procedure, you may require lab work, EKG, or physician clearance before surgery. These are scheduled well in advance so there are no last-minute surprises or delays.
Medication Review
Certain medications, supplements, and over-the-counter drugs increase surgical risk — particularly bleeding risk. We provide a specific medication-management protocol before surgery, including when to stop blood thinners, NSAIDs, vitamin E, and herbal supplements.
Pre-Operative Timeout
Before every procedure begins, our entire surgical team conducts a formal "time out" — verifying patient identity, the planned procedure, the surgical site, and any known allergies. This WHO-recommended protocol prevents wrong-site and wrong-patient errors.
DVT Prevention
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a known risk in surgery. We use sequential compression devices (SCDs) on your legs throughout the procedure and recovery, combined with early ambulation protocols, to minimize clot risk.
Monitored Recovery Room
You recover in our PACU under continuous nursing observation before being evaluated for discharge. Vital signs, pain levels, and anesthesia recovery are all formally documented and assessed before you leave the facility.
After-Hours Access
A concern doesn't follow business hours. Dr. Levesque is reachable after hours for genuine post-operative concerns. You will receive detailed written instructions, warning signs to watch for, and direct contact information before you leave.
Structured Follow-Up Schedule
Recovery visits are scheduled at 1 day, 1 week, 3 weeks, 6 weeks, and 3 months — with additional visits as needed. These are not optional check-ins; they are essential to catching and addressing any concerns early.
Outcomes Tracking
We track surgical outcomes and complication rates as part of our commitment to continuous quality improvement. Staying current with the literature, attending continuing education, and refining technique over time are core to how we practice.
Patient Safety
Questions & Answers
The questions patients most often ask before committing to surgery — answered directly.
- Stop smoking — ideally at least 4 to 6 weeks before and after surgery. Nicotine significantly impairs healing and raises complication risk.
- Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements (aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, etc.) as directed — typically 2 weeks before surgery.
- Maintain a stable weight — significant weight swings near surgery affect outcomes, especially for body procedures.
- Be honest about your health history — I can only prepare for what I know about.
- Follow your pre- and post-operative instructions precisely — they're designed to lower your risk and support healing.