Malena Amato, MD FACS

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Malena Amato , MD FACS

Malena M. Amato MD FACS

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With over 15 years of experience. Dr. Malena Amato is a board-certified Stanford and Georgetown-trained Ophthalmic Plastic and Facial Surgeon who brings to Austin cutting-edge, minimally-invasive techniques in facial rejuvenation and reconstruction. As a leader in her field, she has performed thousands of eyelid tear duct and facial surgeries for all ages, including no scar and endoscopic tear duct surgery, laser surgery, as well as non-invasive facial fillers and Botox® treatments. Patients often comment that Dr. Amato’s personable approach combined with her qualifications and experience is the reason they have chosen her as their surgeon.

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Procedures Performed

  •   Brow / Forehead Lift
  •   Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  •   Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  •   Lower Eyelid Surgery (Lower Blepharoplasty)
  •   Upper Eyelid Surgery (Upper Blepharoplasty)
  •   BOTOX
  •   Collagen
  •   Cosmetic Toxins
  •   Injectable Fillers
  •   Fat Grafting
  •   Laser Resurfacing
  •   Mid Face Lift
  •   Scar Revision

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About the Practice

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Malena Amato, MD FACS

Dr. Amato takes the time to listen to each of her patients, getting to know their cosmetic, medical, and personal goals. She understands the demands placed on parents and professionals and does her best to ensure that every procedure she performs is as gentle and noninvasive as possible. She also prides herself on making time for her patients, personally calling her patients after surgery, and going so far as to provide them with her phone number. Her two decades of medical experience and her commitment to warm, attentive care have earned her the honor of being selected as a Top Doctor and Super Doctor for four consecutive years.

Surgeon Description

Dr. Amato completed a 2 year accredited ASOPRS fellowship in Austin, TX and at MD Anderson. She returned to Austin in 2013 after practicing in California and in Annapolis, MD. Dr. Amato has earned the respect of her patients and peers not only in her community, but also as an international speaker, educated and surgeon on several medical missions. She has taught dozens of students and fellows, contributed to research, and authored several book chapters and peer-reviewed papers. She has served as president of the Austin Ophthalmologic Society and is currently an adjunct faculty at Dell Medical School. She is the founder of Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery Associates.

Certifications and Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations
  • PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES Assistant Clinical Faculty, Dell Medical School American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Academy of Ophthalmology Women in Ophthalmology SEE International International Medical Relief Foundation Journal of Ophthalmology-Reviewer EyeNet Magazine-Editorial board ASOPRS Education Committee Expert Review of Medical Devices
Recognitions and Awards
  • AWARDS Super Doctors, Texas Monthly 2015-2019 Best Doctors, Austin Monthly 2014-2019 Distinguished Woman Physicians, Texas-2017 ASOPRS Research Award 2008 Metropolitan Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Awards-2006, 2014 MRSA Community Benefit Grant-2010 Pathology Award-2006 UNDERGRADUATE AWARDS: Magnum Cum Laude Alpha Epsilon Delta Premedical Honors Society Order of the Cross and Crown Jesuit Honors Society

Education and Training

Fellowship
  • Texas Ocuplastic Consultants: Oculofacial Plastic Surgery ASOPRS Fellowship University of Texas, San Antonio Health Sciences Center: Oculofacial Plastic Surgery ASOPRS Fellowship
  • Texas Ocuplastic Consultants: Oculofacial Plastic Surgery ASOPRS Fellowship University of Texas, San Antonio Health Sciences Center: Oculofacial Plastic Surgery ASOPRS Fellowship
Internship/s
  • Stanford Health Sciences Center: Surgery Internship
Medical
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine: Doctor of Medicine
Residency
  • Georgetown University Center for Sight: Ophthalmology Residency
Undergraduate
  • Boston College Oxford University

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Patient Testimonials

  • I recently saw Dr. Amato for some areas of concern around my eyes and on my forehead. After meeting her, she suggested Botox to help with those areas. I couldn't have been more pleased with my results! I would 100% recommend Dr. Amato for any type of injection or treatment!..  Continue Reading >>

  • I'm 25 and went to Dr. Amato with complaints regarding my sunken under eyes. I was a little nervous prior to the consultation, but the office was inviting and she was so helpful from the moment I arrived! She answered all my questions and I could tell she knew her..  Continue Reading >>

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