DR. RAFI BIDROS, M.D., F.A.C.S.

“I was once told, I’m just like an architect. I have to blend science and art in a way to create beautiful and functional shapes. Bodies that evoke a sense of satisfaction and poise in my patients. I founded MyBodyMD Plastic Surgery to bring together a group of talented and compassionate staff members to help my patients achieve their dreams, in a safe and welcoming environment.” 

Dr. Rafi Bidros was born to a family that is a blend of science and art. On his father’s side, many are in the medical and engineering fields. On his mother’s side, all 4 uncles are artists. Dr. Bidros grew up in Lafayette, LA, and attended school there. While attending medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine, he was drawn to the wonderful art of surgery. He excelled in anatomy and surgical fields but plastic surgery was his calling. He found it to be the most precise, tedious, and artistic field the perfectly fits his personality. 

Dr. Bidros is a double board-certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Houston, TX since 2008. He performs a variety of plastic and reconstructive surgery for the face, body, breast, and skin. Dr. Bidros is known by his patients to be personable and will make them feel at ease. From his bedside manner to his high-level capabilities, Dr. Bidros has been honored with various accolades by different publications, including “Top Doc” by RealSelf and Best Plastic Surgeon by Living Magazine. 

Choosing the best plastic surgeon in Houston is one of the most important decisions our patients face when planning cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. Dr. Bidros feels that those searching for a plastic surgeon need to find a doctor with the best qualification, best outcomes, and best reviews that suits them individually. 

Dr. Bidros and his patient coordinators take the necessary time to educate patients on the specific procedure and available options to ensure a positive and safe experience. Once a patient steps into the practice, he or she will quickly realize the high standard set for patient care in plastic surgery. 

When away from the office, Dr. Bidros is a man of many talents and hobbies. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, cooking and getting in a round of golf whenever he can. He enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and two wonderful children 

Dr. Bidros is also committed to providing charitable medical care to children, and often adults, in need on annual mission trips. 

Education and Training   

• Surgical Residency: Joseph and Memorial Hermann hospitals 
• Surgical Residency: The Methodist Hospital, Division of Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2006-2008) 
• Surgical Residency: Louisiana State University School of Medicine – Charity Hospital, Academic Chief Resident of Surgery (2001-2006) 
• Internship: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, General Surgery 
• Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine (2001) 

• Undergraduate: University of Louisiana in Lafayette, B.S. in Biology and Chemistry – Magna Cum Laude 

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Rafi Bidros has the high distinction of being board-certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery where he attained the top 2% score among surgeons in the country. He has conducted research and published several articles in the medical literature that he has presented to and educated fellow and peer surgeons around the country. 

Dr. Bidros is among America’s Most Honored Professionals, a top 1% by the American Registry for 2016. Dr. Bidros has also been awarded “Top Doctor” status on RealSelf. The RealSelf “Top Doctor” status is awarded to less than 10% of RealSelf doctors for their expert answers and positive patient reviews on RealSelf. Dr. Bidros was awarded the Castle Connolly “America’s Top Doctor Award” for 2013 and “Top 10 Doctor Award” for 2014 for his region. Dr. Bidros was nominated by his peers and reviewed by a panel of physicians before being awarded this honor. He was awarded the winner of the Living Magazine’s “Best of Reader’s Choice” for 2014. The readers voted and chose Dr. Bidros as Houston’s “Best Plastic Surgeon and Best Place to receive BOTOX.” 

Dr. Bidros has been awarded by Vitals the 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 Patients’ Choice Award and the 2017, 2018 Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award. Dr. Bidros also been awarded the 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Most Compassionate Doctor Recognition. This is an award granted to doctors who treat their patients with kindness. Dr. Bidros treats his patients like family and has received these awards based on patient reviews and testimonials. Of the nation’s 870,000 doctors, only 3% are given this award. 

Professional Organization 

• Fellow, American College of Surgeons 
• Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons 
• Member, American Medical Association 
• Member, Texas Medical Association 
• Member, Harris County Medical Association 
• Member, Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons 
• The James D. Rives Surgical Society 
• Louisiana State Medical Society 
• Orleans Parish Medical Society 
• The LSU School of Medicine Alumni Association 
• Instructor, Advanced Trauma Life Support 
• Instructor, Advanced Surgical Anatomy 
• Instructor, Surgery Interest Group “Suture Clinic”

Board Certification 

• Plastic Surgery 
• General Surgery 

Specialties 

• Cosmetic surgery 
• Breast reconstruction
• Post-bariatric body contouring 

Services and Treatments 

• Face procedures: Facelifts, lip augmentation, neck lifts and eyelid surgery are also offered. 
• Breast procedures: Breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction and breast implant revisions and reconstruction. Male breast reduction for treatment of gynecomastia with liposuction. 
• Tummy tuck with hip fat grafting to create an amazing silhouette. 
• Body contouring, buttock shaping, and augmentation. 
• Skin rejuvenation treatments: Peels and fillers. 

Research

Peer-Reviewed Publications:

• Guerra, A.B., Metzinger, S.E., Bidros, R.S., Rizzuto, R.P., Gill, P.S., Nguyen, A.H., Dupin, C.L., Allen, R.J. Bilateral Breast Reconstruction with the Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap: an experience with 280 flaps. Ann. Plast. Surg. 2004 Mar. 52(3): 246-252.
• Bidros R.S., Salazar-Reyes H, Friedman JD. Subcutaneous temporal browlift under local anesthesia: a useful technique for periorbital rejuvenationAesthet Surg J. 2010 Nov-Dec;30(6):783-8.
• Guerra, A.B., Metzinger, S.E., Bidros, R.S., Gill, P.S., Dupin, C.L., Allen R.J. Breast Reconstruction with Gluteal Artery Perforator (GAP) Flaps: A Critical Analysis of 142 cases. Ann. Plast. Surg. 2004 Feb. 52(2): 118-125.
• Bidros R.S., Guerra A.B., Metzinger S.E. The Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator-Scapular Osteocutaneous (TDAP-SOC) Flap for Reconstruction of Palatal and Maxillary Defects. Ann. Plast. Surg. 2005 Jan;54(1):59-65.
• Lypka M, Bidros R, Rizvi M, Gaon M, Rubenstein A, Fox D, Cronin E. Posterior pharyngeal augmentation in the treatment of velopharyngeal insufficiency: a 40-year experience. Ann Plast Surg. 2010 Jul;65(1):48-51.
• Guerra A.B., Soueid N.E., Metzinger S.E., Levine J., Bidros R.S., Erhard H., Allen R.J. Simultaneous Bilateral Breast Reconstruction with Superior Gluteal Artery Perforator (SGAP) Flaps. Ann. Plast. Surg. 2004 Oct; 53(4):305-10.
• Miller L, Guerra AB, Bidros RS, Trahan C, Baratta R, Metzinger SE. A comparison of resistance to fracture among four commercially available forms of hydroxyapatite cement. Ann Plast Surg. 2005 Jul;55(1):87-92; discussion 93.
• Gill PS, Bidros RS, Boutros SG. Reconstruction of oncologic defects of the eyelid, lips and ear (Review). Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery. 2007 Dec. 40(12): 13-21.?