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About Us

Built at the Intersection of Surgery, Innovation and Investment.

ASPS Ventures is the surgeon-led venture platform of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. We invest in and help advance technologies with the potential to improve surgical care, strengthen clinical practice and shape the future of the specialty.

Our connection to ASPS gives us direct access to the perspectives of practicing surgeons and a broad network across plastic surgery, medtech and healthcare. That clinical foundation informs how we evaluate opportunities, support companies and build strategic partnerships.

Mission

We invest in breakthrough medtech that improves patient outcomes and strengthens the specialty through safety, efficiency and innovation.

Collaboration

We connect surgeons, founders, strategic partners and investors to bring clinically validated technologies to market.

Impact

We measure success through improved surgical outcomes, accelerated technology adoption and strong financial performance.

Board of Directors

Leadership

The ASPS Ventures team brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, association leadership and business development experience to provide unparalleled support for innovative startups in plastic and reconstructive surgery. By connecting entrepreneurs with world-class surgeons, strategic partners and industry insights, ASPS empowers portfolio companies to accelerate growth and realize their full potential.

Lynn Jeffers, MD, MBA, FACS

Board Chair

Lynn Jeffers, MD, MBA, was elected to the American Medical Association Board of Trustees in June 2024. Dr. Jeffers is a past chair of both the AMA Council on Medical Service and the AMA Section on Plastic Reconstructive and Maxillofacial Surgery, and a past president and current trustee of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Dr. Jeffers, who is a fellow in the American College of Surgeons (ACS), practices in southern California and currently serves as the chief medical officer of St. John’s Regional Medical Center and St. John’s Hospital Camarillo, as the medical director of St. John’s Integrated Breast Center, and as a plastic surgeon in her independent private practice.

Her 30-year work in organized medicine spans several boards, councils and officer positions at the county, state and national levels, both for her specialty and for the house of medicine. Throughout her career she has earned recognition for her leadership, mentorship, research and service, including the AMA Glaxo Achievement Award, the AMA Foundation Excellence in Medicine Leadership Award, the ACS/ASPS Executive Leadership Program in Health Policy and Management Scholarship, the ASPS Young at Heart Award, the ASPS Presidents’ Award, VCMA Charles Hair Award, and the Camarillo Woman of the Year Award. More recently, in 2023, she received the AMA Foundation Excellence in Medicine—Dr. Edmond and Rima Cabbabe Dedication to the Profession Award.

As the president of ASPS and as a chief medical officer during the pandemic, she led the pandemic response for her national specialty society as well as her two hospitals. During her term, the ASPS was recognized by the White House and the surgeon general for helping to source millions of masks to hospitals in need.

Dr. Jeffers was accepted into the University of Michigan Medical School out of high school after being named a White House Presidential Scholar. She completed her Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences at the University of Michigan with highest honors while also serving as a liaison to the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. She completed her medical degree at Michigan with distinction in research, earning the American Federation for Clinical Research Medical Student Award, before completing her integrated plastic surgery residency at Michigan as well. In 2019, she returned to Michigan to obtain an MBA from the Ross School of Business.

Dr. Jeffers has been instrumental in creating the leadership development program at the ASPS, as well as the ASPS Technology Innovation Disruption and Entrepreneurship Committee and the ASPS/Medtech Innovator Accelerator, the first plastic surgery-centered accelerator. In addition to mentoring cohort companies in the innovator accelerator program, she serves as a mentor to the Stanford University Master of Science in Clinical Informatics Management program. Currently, she is also working to create a new graduate medical education program at her two hospitals with an alliance between Morehouse School of Medicine and CommonSpirit Health.

A keynote speaker, visiting professor, and grand rounds speaker domestically and abroad, Dr. Jeffers has served on national panels on leadership, health care, and technology in health care—topics that align with her interest and commitment to innovation, technology, advocacy, health policy, leadership training and strategic planning.

Howard Levinson, MD, FACS

Board Vice Chair

Dr. Howard Levinson is a performance-driven, board-certified plastic surgeon, internationally recognized leader, and innovator dedicated to integrating cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based techniques into clinical practice. With an entrepreneurial spirit focused on advancing the efficiency and future of medicine, he brings a visionary approach to patient care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and transformative surgical innovation. He is known for inspiring colleagues, building trust across teams, establishing strategic milestones, overcoming challenges, and delivering exceptional outcomes.

With more than 20 years of experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Levinson has held numerous prestigious leadership positions within organized medicine. He is Past President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF), Past Chairman of the Plastic Surgery Research Council, and Past President of the World Society of Simulation Surgery. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Wound Healing Society and remains a frequent invited speaker and respected authority worldwide.

Dr. Levinson recently joined the Sentara Health System as Chairman of Plastic Surgery, following his tenure at Duke University Medical Center. He also serves as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Virginia Health Sciences and Co-Chair of the Value Analysis Committee.

In addition to his clinical and academic leadership, Dr. Levinson is a pioneering inventor and active scientist in academic medicine. He founded Deep Blue Medical Advances and currently serves as Chief Medical Officer. He is the creator of the T-Line Mesh and Soft Tissue Fixation System, a revolutionary technology widely used across the United States for abdominoplasty, corset formation, and abdominal wall tightening. The system has been implanted in more than 3,500 procedures with outstanding success.

Dr. Levinson continues to drive innovation through patent development, manuscript authorship, and presentations at national meetings, helping shape the future of plastic surgery through bold creativity, data-driven strategy, and disruptive new product development.

Geoffrey Gurtner, MD, FACS

Board Member

Dr. Geoffrey Gurtner, Professor of Surgery and Inaugural Vice Chairman of Surgery for Innovation at Stanford University, is a magna cum laude graduate of Dartmouth College and an Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School program, a plastic surgery residency at the New York University School of Medicine and received advanced training in microsurgery at the University of Texas-MD Anderson Cancer Center.

He is currently double boarded in surgery and plastic surgery. Dr. Gurtner is the Executive Director of the Stanford Advanced Wound Care Center and currently serves as Chair of the NIDDK Diabetic Foot Ulcer (DFU) Consortium. He is Co-Director of Hagey Laboratory for Pediatric Regenerative Medicine. In addition to maintaining an active surgical practice in aesthetic surgery, wound healing and breast cancer reconstruction, Dr. Gurtner has received multiple National Institutes of Health R01 awards, Department of Defense grants and numerous smaller awards from foundations and the private sector.

He is the author of over 296 peer-reviewed publications, an editor for the sixth edition of Grabb & Smith’s Plastic Surgery and the Yearbook of Plastic Surgery, received the James Barrett Brown Award from the American Association of Plastic Surgeons in both 2009 and 2010 and is a James IV traveling fellow for 2010. He is the President of the Wound Healing Society (WHS).

Dr. Gurtner is also a member of the Stanford Biodesign Program, a joint venture between the Stanford Business and Medical Schools focusing on medical technology innovation. He holds multiple patents and patent applications in vascular medicine, wound healing and aesthetic medicine, is active in the commercialization of new technologies for clinical practice and has founded several venture backed start-up companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Justin Sacks, MD, MBA

Board Member

Dr. Justin Sacks is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in head-to-toe trauma and oncologic reconstruction, with advanced expertise in microvascular reconstructive surgery.

He earned his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, where he also completed his combined general surgery and plastic surgery residency training. He went on to complete extensive fellowship training, including a two-year research fellowship in the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a combined orthopedic/plastic surgery upper extremity fellowship, and a microvascular reconstructive surgery fellowship at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

After joining the faculty at MD Anderson, Dr. Sacks later served as Vice Chair of Clinical Operations and Director of Oncologic Reconstruction at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Since 2020, he has served as Director of Plastic Surgery at WashU Medicine.

Dr. Sacks’ research focuses on advancements in vascularized composite allotransplantation, tissue engineering, and vascular perfusion assessment. He is a biotech innovator and entrepreneur, serving as a cofounder of TissueLock and the Johns Hopkins startup Lifesprout, and his team has developed novel pressure-sensing technology aimed at reducing inpatient pressure sore development.

A prolific academic leader, Dr. Sacks has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and numerous textbook chapters, and he serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery.

In addition to his clinical and research leadership, Dr. Sacks is the Managing Director of PRS GO and PRS Global Open, and he plays an active role in organized plastic surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of ASPS and multiple reconstructive societies, and currently serves as Board Vice President of Finance and Treasurer of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

Steven Williams, MD

Board Member

Dr. Steven H. Williams is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the founder and lead surgeon of Tri Valley Plastic Surgery in Dublin, California. With more than two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Williams is nationally recognized for his expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the face, body, and breast.

Dr. Williams’s commitment to excellence in patient care is rooted in a distinguished academic foundation. He earned his undergraduate degree with honors in Biology from Dartmouth College and went on to complete his medical degree and extensive plastic surgery training at Yale University School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

As a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and Past President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Dr. Williams has played a pivotal role in advancing both the art and science of plastic surgery. During his leadership with ASPS, he made history as the first African American to serve as President of the world’s largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons, championing innovation, diversity, and patient-centered care nationwide.

Dr. Williams is known for his personalized approach, blending surgical precision with an empathetic understanding of each patient’s goals. At Tri Valley Plastic Surgery, he and his team specialize in transformative procedures such as breast augmentation, body contouring including advanced fat transfer and minimal-pain tummy tucks, and a full spectrum of facial enhancements.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Williams is actively involved in advocacy and philanthropic work, including efforts to improve insurance access for breast cancer survivors and charity surgical initiatives.

Fluent in his commitment to safety, ethics, and outcomes, Dr. Williams continues to be a sought-after surgeon, educator, and voice in the field of aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.

Scott Hollenbeck, MD, FACS

ASPS Past President

As an internationally recognized plastic surgeon, Dr. Scott T. Hollenbeck specializes in breast reconstruction following cancer treatment.

Dr. Hollenbeck is chair of UVA Health's Department of Plastic and Maxillofacial Surgery.

A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, Dr. Hollenbeck chose a career in medicine because he wanted to dedicate his life to helping others. He strives to offer patients the same kind of care he’d give his own family members.

In addition to his patient care and research, Dr. Hollenbeck worked to address healthcare disparities in the Durham, N.C., area by performing community-based studies to identify barriers to care.

During his residencies and academic career, he has received several teaching awards for his work in medical student education. After earning his medical degree from The Ohio State University, Dr. Hollenbeck completed his residency in surgery at New York-Presbyterian - Cornell and a research fellowship in wound healing and vascular biology at Weill Cornell Medical College. He completed a residency in plastic surgery at Duke.

Dr. Hollenbeck holds several leadership positions in plastic surgery, including Vice President of Education for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The co-author of more than 100 peer-reviewed research publications, he focuses on the effect of obesity and tissue inflammation on breast cancer progression.

He also holds several patents and has helped launch a biotechnology startup company. His research has been funded by the National Institutes of Health, Coulter Foundation, Plastic Surgery Education Foundation, and the Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, among others.

Alan Matarasso, MD, FACS

PSF Past President

Dr. Alan Matarasso is a magna cum laude graduate of Boston University and graduate of the University of Miami- Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Matarasso trained in general surgery at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Hospital where he continued as a resident and then chief resident in plastic surgery. He completed a fellowship in cosmetic surgery under the direction of Dr. Thomas D. Rees at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital/Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery-New York University Medical Center. Dr. Matarasso is or has been a professor at two medical schools. He achieved the rank of Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is currently a Clinical Professor of Surgery at Northwell Health System/Hofstra University, Zucker School of Medicine and Systems Chief of Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Matarasso has over 1000 publications, having authored over 357 articles and 86 book chapters and monographs, including 7 Clinics in Plastic Surgery. He is the co-editor of Neligan’s 5th Edition Plastic Surgery, Volume 2-Aesthetic Surgery. He has presented 830 papers, posters, and lectures nationally and internationally. Dr. Matarasso has served as the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) visiting professor from 1999 to 2001, the 2017 Rhinoplasty Society Traveling Professor, the 2022- 2023 ASPS/PSF Traveling professor, and ICOPLAST Traveling Professor 2026. He has been or is on the editorial board of PRS, PRS-GO, ASJ, APS, and Clinics in Plastic Surgery. He is a manuscript reviewer for medical journals including, JAMA. He has been named New York Magazine’s “Best Doctors” and in Castle-Connolly’s “Guide to Best Doctors in New York” every year since 1996. In Newsweek Magazine he was one of two doctors to be named in the top 10 of all categories (rhinoplasty, facelift, liposuction, breast augmentation, blepharoplasty, abdominoplasty), since it’s inception. ​​​​​​​Dr. Matarasso has also been recognized by Woodward & White’s “Best Doctors in America” annually since 1997. He is a recognized member of “Who's Who in the World, Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in the East, Men of Achievement, and Oxford's Who's Who.” Magazines such as W, Vogue (US, Russia, UK), Harper’s Bazaar (2014), Elle, Town & Country, Great Britain’s Tatler, American Health and Departures (2015) have also selected him in their “Best Doctors” lists. Alan Matarasso is the current president of The Plastic Surgery Foundation (2025 – ASPS/PSF). He is the past President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS-2019) and has served on the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors. He was President of The Rhinoplasty Society (2009-2010) and the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006- 2007). He is currently the assistant national secretary (USA) to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is the US delegate to ICOPLAST (International Confederation of Plastic Surgery Societies). He also serves on the board of directors of four non-profit, non-medical organizations. He has sponsored summer internships for college students from the University of Pennsylvania and Brown University.​​​​​​​

Scot Glasberg, MD, FACS

Former ASPS & PSF President

Dr. Scot Bradley Glasberg, a lifelong New Yorker, is a board-certified plastic surgeon recognized nationally and internationally for his leadership, innovation, and commitment to patient safety and surgical excellence.

A graduate of Columbia University (cum laude) and the New York University School of Medicine (with honors), Dr. Glasberg completed his General Surgery training at the University of Connecticut, during which he took time to pursue a research fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery at NYU’s Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. He went on to complete his Plastic Surgery Residency at the State University of New York Health Sciences Center.

Dr. Glasberg is certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He previously served as Director of Plastic Surgical Education at the State University of New York Health Sciences Center and as Associate Chief of Plastic Surgery at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center.

A highly active leader in organized medicine, Dr. Glasberg is a Past President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF). He has also served on the ASPS/PSF Executive Committee and Board of Directors as Vice President of Development, Vice President of Advocacy and Health Policy, and Vice President of Finance. Currently, he serves as President of Plastic Surgery Practice Solutions, the for-profit subsidiary of ASPS. His professional leadership extends beyond plastic surgery. He has served on the Board of Governors of the American College of Surgeons and as President and Trustee Chair of multiple medical societies, including the New York County Medical Society, the New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons. He currently serves as a Councilor for the Medical Society of the State of New York and has represented the American Medical Association in official capacities.

Dr. Glasberg is a frequent advocate in Washington, D.C. and Albany on behalf of patients and physicians, speaking on healthcare, regulatory, and medicolegal issues. He has testified before Congressional committees and FDA panels.

His leadership and service have been recognized at the highest levels. He has received the Distinguished Service Award of the Plastic Surgery Foundation (2018), the organization’s highest honor, and the President’s Award of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (2008) for outstanding contributions.

A respected voice in the media, Dr. Glasberg has been featured on the CBS Early Show, NBC’s Today Show, ABC’s Good Morning America, CNN, FOX News, and WB11’s The Morning Show, and has been quoted in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and the New York Post.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Glasberg has served, and continues to serve, as an advisor and consultant to numerous companies in the biomedical device, biotechnology, and investment sectors. His collaborations have included Allergan/AbbVie, 3M/Solventum, The Doctors Company, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Mentor, LifeCell, Corza/Surgical Specialties, Velius Inc./Red Rock Holdings, Guidepoint Global, Gerson Lehrman Group, and Healthcor.

His research has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals and focuses on innovations in regenerative medicine, breast implant safety, breast reconstruction, keloid and hypertrophic scar treatment, and pediatric craniofacial deformities. He has received multiple awards for his research, including the Resident and Fellows Award of the Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, a clinical prize from the New York Regional Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the Best Presentation Award from the New York Society of Cleft Palate / Craniofacial Centers, and the Best Paper Prize from the Connecticut Chapter of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Glasberg is regarded as an authority on regenerative medicine, breast implant safety, patient safety, surgical outcomes, and regulatory oversight. He is listed in Marquis Who’s Who in America and Who’s Who in the World and was previously listed in Outstanding Young Americans. He serves on the attending staff at Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital within the Northwell Health System.

Dr. Glasberg’s clinical practice spans the full spectrum of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, with particular expertise in regenerative medicine, breast implant safety, breast reconstruction, cosmetic surgery of the breast and body, and wound healing. His work reflects a lifelong dedication to advancing the science, ethics, and artistry of plastic surgery.

C. Bob Basu, MD, MBA, MPH, FACS

ASPS President

Dr. C. Bob Basu is a nationally acclaimed, board-certified plastic surgeon and President of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the world’s largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons with more than 11,000 members. With over 18,000 cosmetic procedures performed, Dr. Basu is a trusted leader in aesthetic plastic surgery and a recognized expert in breast enhancement, body contouring, mommy makeovers, facial rejuvenation, and complex revision surgery. As founder and managing director of Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery in Houston, Texas, Dr. Basu is known for combining refined surgical technique with compassionate, patient-centered care. His practice is built around a personalized, boutique experience, supported by the highest standards in safety and service. His on-site Beleza Surgery Center is a state-licensed ambulatory surgery center subspecializing in aesthetic plastic surgery exceeds hospital-grade protocols, providing patients peace of mind along with transformative results. Dr. Basu has delivered more than 150 professional presentations and publications, including co-authoring Cosmetic Breast Surgery, a leading textbook in the field. He is a frequent speaker on advancements and surgical innovation in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body, practice management and leadership, and has been named to Newsweek’s list of the Top 100 Best Plastic Surgeons in America for 5 consecutive years. Educated at Princeton University, Tufts, and Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Basu blends Ivy League training with a modern, approachable sensibility. His passion for beauty, detail, and patient confidence shines through in every result, earning him the trust of patients and professionals nationwide. Whether it’s a first-time procedure or a complex revision, Basu Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery is where aesthetic goals come to life through artistry and precision. Through clinical excellence and leadership, Dr. Basu continues to shape the future of plastic surgery with integrity, excellence, and care.

Babak Mehrara, MD

PSF President

Dr. Babak J. Mehrara is a world-renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over three decades of clinical and scientific leadership in cancer reconstruction. He serves as Chief of the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and holds the Peter G. Cordeiro Endowed Chair in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Mehrara earned his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed residencies in general and plastic surgery at New York University Medical Center. He also trained in advanced microsurgery at the University of California, Los Angeles.

His clinical practice focuses on complex breast and facial reconstruction, lymphedema surgery, and microsurgical techniques such as perforator flap reconstruction. He is widely recognized for pioneering approaches that restore form and function for patients affected by breast cancer, head and neck cancers, and other conditions requiring reconstructive solutions.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Mehrara leads a nationally funded research program investigating lymphatic regeneration and the prevention and treatment of lymphedema—a common and challenging aftermath of cancer surgery. His laboratory bridges basic science and clinical innovation to improve outcomes for patients worldwide.

Dr. Mehrara is an internationally invited speaker and author of numerous peer-reviewed publications. He has been consistently recognized among America’s Top Doctors, reflecting his impact on plastic surgery and patient care.

Richard Baynosa, MD

Board Member

Richard C. Baynosa, MD FACS, is a distinguished Tenured Professor and the Founding Chair of the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV, specializing in plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery. He is also the Chair of the Department of Surgery at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada, the region’s only Level 1 trauma center and burn center, as well as serving as the Chief of Plastic Surgery at Mountain View Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Baynosa’s practice is renowned for its comprehensive approach, particularly in advanced aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery, including DIEP and perforator free flaps as well as a wide range of cosmetic breast procedures, from augmentation to revision surgery. He has been instrumental in bringing DIEP free flap breast reconstruction to Nevada, training or recruiting all plastic surgeons in Las Vegas who currently perform it.

Dr. Baynosa’s expertise extends to robotic surgery techniques in pelvic reconstruction, where he is internationally recognized as a pioneer. He has performed more Robotic Rectus Abdominis Muscle (RRAM) flaps than anyone globally, with his work published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Journal of Clinical Medicine. He has also been recognized as an innovator and leader in utilizing acellular dermal matrices, fat grafting, and neurotization in breast reconstruction and has participated in several clinical trials and studies in these areas as well as giving invited lectures around the world on these topics. A graduate of UCSD School of Medicine, he completed his residency in plastic surgery and fellowship in hand and microsurgery at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. He further honed his skills with a fellowship in Perforator Flaps and Super-microsurgery at the University Hospital of Ghent in Belgium under the guidance of Dr. Phillip Blondeel and Dr. Moustapha Hamdi. Dr. Baynosa’s practice also specializes in immediate oncoplastic and post-mastectomy breast reconstruction as well as patients with previous breast reconstruction failures due to radiation or infection, often collaborating with his wife, Dr. Jennifer Baynosa, a Professor of Surgical Breast Oncology at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. He actively participates in numerous regional and national committees including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and the American Association of Plastic Surgeons. He has served as a Founding Board Member and Past-President of the Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons and currently serves as the Chief Medical Editor of Plastic Surgery News, Editor in Chief of the ASPS Plastic Surgery Education Network, Chair of the ASPS Finance and Investments Committee, and was recently appointed as ASPS Education Governor – Breast Section

Diana Yoon-Schwartz, MD

Board Member

Dr. Diana Yoon-Schwartz is the founder and solo practitioner at New Street Plastic Surgery in Huntington, New York. After graduating with a degree in economics from Brown University, she worked at a New York City-based healthcare management consulting firm. She continued her education at New York University School of Medicine. During medical school, she was drawn to surgery and started her general surgery residency at UCLA in Los Angeles, California. After her acceptance to the STAR program (Specialty Training and Advanced Research), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), she completed both a general surgery residency and PhD in molecular and cellular biology at UCLA. After moving back to New York, she started her plastic surgery training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. She is dual board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Her practice includes both reconstructive and aesthetic breast, body and facial procedures including community-based microsurgical reconstruction.

She has hosted several episodes of the ASPS University Enhance Your Practice Podcast series, focusing on topics such as Investing, Finance, Private Equity and Legal Issues. Her interest in advocacy propelled her to serve as President-Elect of the New York State Society of Plastic Surgeons (NYSSPS).

After starting and managing her own practice for the past 15 years, she wants to provide insights to help others succeed and avoid mistakes. She hopes to provide practical information for any trainee whether they pursue a private practice, employed model or academic position.

Adit Parasuram

Board Member

Adit Parasuram is a growth-focused SaaS executive who thrives at the intersection of healthcare technology and strategic innovation. As CEO of Health Cost IQ, he brings a decade of healthcare tech expertise, previously driving strategic partnerships and commercial expansion at OM Healthcare, one of the first direct-to-consumer SaaS platforms in the industry. His subsequent role at Binary Fountain, a Press Ganey company, deepened this expertise—leading business development with a focus on partnerships and M&A, where he sharpened his ability to identify synergies and unlock value in competitive markets.

Before entering healthcare, Adit honed his growth instincts in digital media. At VUBIQUITY, an Amdocs company (NASDAQ: DOX), he helped architect the company's global expansion, scaling operations to 30+ countries and contributing to over $250M in annual revenue. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at British Telecommunications (LSE: BT.A) and Intelsat, developing a knack for building new market verticals and navigating complex, multinational environments.

Beyond his executive work, Adit serves on the board of The Plastic Surgery Foundation, supporting research and international collaboration among plastic surgeons worldwide. He's driven by a simple belief: the best businesses are built when strategic rigor meets genuine curiosity about what's possible.

Mark Espinosa

Interim Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Mark Espinosa is Chief Financial Officer of ASPS and ASPS Ventures, where he leads financial strategy, governance, and operational oversight. He brings deep expertise in financial management, systems optimization and organizational efficiency, with a strong track record of strengthening financial infrastructure and supporting strategic growth initiatives.

With more than two decades at ASPS, Mark plays a key role in ensuring financial discipline, scalability and long-term sustainability across the organization and its investment activities.

Bill Perry

Chief Investment Strategist Officer

Bill Perry is Chief Investment Strategist Officer of ASPS Ventures, LLC, and brings more than 29 years of experience in venture capital, private equity and medical device startups and growth-stage companies. He has extensive expertise in investment evaluation, financial strategy, due diligence and complex transaction execution across the healthcare sector.

Throughout his career, Bill has held senior leadership roles across domestic and international organizations, including founding and scaling multiple companies. His experience spans business development, fundraising, product commercialization, regulatory and reimbursement strategy and global operations. At ASPS Ventures, he applies a disciplined, strategic investment approach focused on sustainable growth and long-term value creation.

Jennifer Cross

Chief Operating Officer

Jennifer Cross is a results-driven operations executive with deep expertise in strategic planning, program development and organizational performance. She has a proven track record of driving growth, improving operational efficiency and enhancing service delivery.

As Chief Operating Officer, she leads operational strategy and execution, streamlining processes and implementing scalable programs that drive productivity and long-term value. A trusted partner to senior leadership, she is known for building strong teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Jennifer holds an MBA, as well as Master of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees, and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CCC-ASHA).