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Advancing Excellence,
Dr. Teri N. Moak, Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Teri N. Moak pursued her Masters of Science degrees in Biophysical Chemistry at the University of Mississippi and Biological Medical Sciences at Mississippi College. In addition, she studied Physical Therapy at the University of Mississippi Medical Center prior to obtaining her medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Following graduation from medical school, Dr. Moak joined the Washington University Plastic and Reconstructive Residency Training Program, the longest-standing and one of the top training programs in the country. Additionally, she completed an American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Endorsed Fellowship in Aesthetic Surgery with Dr. Grady Core in Birmingham, AL.

Throughout all of her educational endeavors, Dr. Moak has enhanced her learning opportunities through volunteer activities and research commitments. She continues to contribute to the community of plastic surgery through these avenues as well as writing textbook chapters and manuscripts and serving as a peer reviewer for scientific journals. She is also actively involved in her professional plastic surgery societies. Her commitment to excellence and education is evident in the exceptional care she provides to her patients.

Education and Post Graduate Training

FELLOWSHIP: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery , Grandview Plastic Surgery
RESIDENCY: Integrated Plastic Surgery, Washington University – Barnes Jewish Hospital
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
MASTERS OF SCIENCE: Biological Sciences, Mississippi College
PHYSICAL THERAPY: University of Mississippi Medical Center
UNDEGRADUATE: B.A. Physics, B.A. Biochemistry, University of Mississippi
BOARD ELIGIBLE: The American Board of Plastic Surgery

Selected Honors and Awards

  • Awards for Publication Excellence (APEX) Grand Award Winner 2021
  • Washington University Plastic Surgery James Barrett Brown Research Day Award Winner 2021
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital Department of Surgery PSQI Poster Winner 2019
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Honors in Research 2015
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences White Coat Award 2014
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Integrity and Excellence Award 2013

Professional Affiliations

  • The Aesthetic Society Associate Member
  • The Aesthetic Society Inclusion and Diversity Committee
  • The Aesthetic Society Women Aesthetic Surgeons Committee
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Member
  • Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons Member
  • Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons Member

Selected Publications

Moak, T.N.; Sharma, K.; Dengler, J.; Hasak, J.M.; Awad, M.M.; Schneider, J.S.; Martin, J.L.; Mackinnon, S.E. The Professionalism Time Out: A Tool to Improve Communication, Team Satisfaction, and Patient Care in the Operating Room. Submitted, pending review.

Shridharani, S.M.; Tisch, G.M.; Ebersole, T.G.; Moak, T.N. Early experience of a novel approach to body contouring – Combining liposuction with magnetic muscle stimulation for improved aesthetic outcome: A pilot study. J Cosmetic Dermatology. 2022 March 20. Doi: https://doi.org/10.1111/jocd.14927.

Moak, T.N.; Ebersole, T.G.; Tandon, D.; Tenenbaum, M.M. Assessing Clinical Outcomes in Autologous Fat Grafting: A Current Literature Review. Aesthet Surg J. 2021 May 18;41(Suppl):S50-60. Doi: 10.1093/asj/sjab148. PMID: 34002770.

Shridharani, S.M.; Tisch, G.M.; Ebersole, T.G.; Moak, T.N.; Edwartz, Carolina. Clinical Experience of Poly-L-Lactic Acid Injections for Body Contouring Treatment. J. Cosmetic Dermatology. 2021 Apr 8.

Shridharani, S.M.; Moak, T.N.; Ebersole, T.G.; Tisch, G.M (2020). Hand Augmentation Using Injectable Fillers. Illustrated Manual of Injectable Fillers (pp. 97-110). isbn: 9781315187433. doi: 10.1201/9781315187433-11.

Moak T.N.; Tenenbaum M.M. Commentary on: The Prevalence of Self-Reported Health Complaints and Health-Related Quality of Life in Women with Breast Implants. Aesthet Surg J. 2020 Sep 18:sjaa228. doi: 10.1093/asj/sjaa228. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 32944752.

Moak, T.N.; Cress P.E., Tenenbaum M., Casas L.A. The Leaky Pipeline of Women in Plastic Surgery: Embracing Diversity to Close the Gender Disparity Gap. Aesthet Surg J. 2020 Oct 24;40(11):1241-1248. doi: 10.1093/asj/sjz299. PMID: 31665219.

Wei, T.; Zhang H.; Cetin N.; Miller E.; Moak T.; Suen J.Y.; Richter, G.T.. Elevated Expression of Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 not Matrix Metalloproteinase-2 Contributes to Progression of Extracranial Arteriovenous Malformation. Sci Rep., 2016. DOI: 10.1038/srep24378.

Hicks, L.D.; Hyatt, J.L; Moak, T.; Edwards, C.C.; Tsurkan, L.; Wierdl, M.; Ferreria, A.; Wadkins, R.M.; Potter, P.M. Analysis of the inhibition of mammalian carboxylesterases by novel fluorobenzoins and fluorobenzils. Bioorg Med Chem, 2007. 15(11): p. 3801-17.

Hyatt, J.L.; Moak, T.; Hatfield, M.J.; Tsurkan, L.; Edwards, C.C.; Wierdl, M.; Danks, M.K.; Wadkins R.M.; Potter, P.M. Selective inhibition of carboxylesterases by isatins, indole-2,3-diones. J Med Chem, 2007. 50(8): p. 1876-85.

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