Profile of Chet Nastala, Dr

Dr. Nastala attended Harvard University graduating Magna Cum Laude in biochemical sciences. He was Varsity Golf team captain and enjoyed travel and competition but developed his passion for medicine and surgery through his work in the cardiovascular laboratories at Thomas Jefferson in the summers. Attending Duke University Medical School allowed him the unique opportunity to pursue surgical research and present his work internationally and meet mentors in Plastic Surgery inspiring him to use his talents for the reconstruction of cancer patients.

During the last two decades at PRMA, Dr. Nastala has focused his efforts on developing one of the best breast reconstruction practices in the country. As patients have come from all over Texas and beyond, he has focused on delivering the best surgical care possible. He also served as the Secretary, Vice President, then President of the San Antonio International Society of Plastic Surgeons. Along with Dr. Ochoa, he has been instrumental in the research efforts of the practice as listed on his CV developing important protocols for nerve regeneration (TruSense technique), and improving clinical outcomes with ERAS – Enhanced Recovery After Surgery –, all important topics to improve our patients’ care and minimize complications and post-operative discomfort.

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Procedures of Chet Nastala, Dr ⁽¹³⁾

Procedure	Rank in San Antonio	Rank in TX	Rank in US
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in San Antonio: 26	Ranked in TX: 248	Ranked in US: 2101
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in San Antonio: 17	Ranked in TX: 272	Ranked in US: 2323
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in San Antonio: 9	Ranked in TX: 159	Ranked in US: 1377
Breast Revision Breast revision surgery makes to improve the appearance of breasts that have been previously operated on.	Ranked in San Antonio: 14	Ranked in TX: 132	Ranked in US: 1161
Lymphatic Drainage Treatment The fluid in the lymphatic system helps remove waste and toxins from the bodily tissues.	Ranked in San Antonio: 3	Ranked in TX: 7	Ranked in US: 17
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in San Antonio: 22	Ranked in TX: 146	Ranked in US: 1201
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in San Antonio: 22	Ranked in TX: 146	Ranked in US: 1201
Facial Fat Transfer An injection procedure where fat is harvested from the abdomen using liposuction, purifying it, and then injecting it into the target areas of the face to create fullness and a younger appearance.	Ranked in San Antonio: 14	Ranked in TX: 61	Ranked in US: 668
TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction The TRAM Flap breast reconstruction procedure uses tissue and muscle from the tummy.	Ranked in San Antonio: 5	Ranked in TX: 7	Ranked in US: 130
Flap Reconstruction A tissue flap reconstruction procedure is one way to rebuild the shape of your breast after surgery to remove the cancer.	Ranked in San Antonio: 7	Ranked in TX: 43	Ranked in US: 130
Inverted Nipple Treatment The inverted nipple is a frequently encountered problem which can cause difficulties with breastfeeding, sexuality, and aesthetic dissatisfaction.	Ranked in San Antonio: 2	Ranked in TX: 6	Ranked in US: 124
Nipple Surgery Nipple reduction surgery involves decreasing the size of protruding or disproportionately large nipples and trimming excess tissue to create an aesthetically balanced breast.	Ranked in San Antonio: 9	Ranked in TX: 42	Ranked in US: 312
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in San Antonio: 19	Ranked in TX: 156	Ranked in US: 1255