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Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS

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Specializes in: General Surgery, Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery

Ohio State University College of Medicine

Professional interests include: free flap reconstruction, abdominal surgery, nail issues, and more.

1037 First Colonial Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

(757) 491-3535

Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS is a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA specializing in general surgery, hand surgery and plastic surgery. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS is affiliated with Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters, Sentara Health and ASSOCIATES IN PLASTIC SURGERY, INC.

Office Locations

Sentara Health

1037 First Colonial Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

(757) 491-3535

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Some issues Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS can help you with:

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.

There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.

Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:

Immediate reconstruction rebuilds the breast right after mastectomy. This method is not recommended if additional chemotherapy or radiation is needed after surgery.
Delayed reconstruction occurs after chemotherapy or radiation has been given. These treatments may decrease the volume or alter the color of the reconstructed breast, so they should be completed before the breast is rebuilt. This type of reconstruction may happen weeks, months, or even years after mastectomy.
Staged reconstruction splits the reconstructive process into two parts. The first part inserts temporary expanders to stretch the skin and is done immediately after breast removal surgery. The second part replaces the expanders with implants after chemotherapy or radiation treatments have been given.

Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion, also known as dermaplaning, uses a high-speed rotating device to scrape away outer layers of the skin and create a smoother surface. This surgical procedure is most commonly used on the face, but it may be performed on other parts of the body as well. It treats the following skin issues:

Raised scars due to accidents, previous surgery, or acne.
Deep wrinkles.
Skin growths, like precancerous lesions.

During dermabrasion, a nurse or other healthcare professional holds the skin taut so that the doctor can apply gentle but constant pressure on the skin using the device. Depending on how much skin needs treatment, it may take a few minutes to over an hour to complete the surgery.

A waxy or moist dressing is placed on the skin at the end of the procedure. The treated area will be red and swollen for about two to three weeks. Itchiness and tingling will likely be present for some time. Although less common, enlarged pores, cold sores, rashes, and permanent skin discoloration may also occur. Normal activities may be resumed about two weeks following dermabrasion. However, swimming in chlorinated water and sports that involve the use of balls should be avoided for four to six weeks.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	128

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2013 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	190
hospital care	15
inpatient care	15
plastic surgery procedures	17
reconstructive surgery	17
tissue transfer	17
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	17

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	153
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	31
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2013

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	27
Dementia	12
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2014 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	192
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
plastic surgery procedures	12
reconstructive surgery	12
tissue transfer	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	12

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	56
Female	89

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	28
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	30
Dementia	12
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2015 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	196
plastic surgery procedures	21
reconstructive surgery	21
tissue transfer	21
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	204

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	304
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	40
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2015

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	11
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2016 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	174
plastic surgery procedures	21
reconstructive surgery	21
tissue transfer	21
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	21

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	137
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	17
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2017 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	183
plastic surgery procedures	20
reconstructive surgery	20
tissue transfer	20
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	20

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	87

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	19
Less than 65	11

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2017

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2018 were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, wound repair (e.g. stitches) and tissue transfer.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	167
plastic surgery procedures	12
reconstructive surgery	12
tissue transfer	12
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	95

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2018

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	161

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	119
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2019

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	15
Dementia	0
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	178

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	121
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2020

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA during 2021 were minor procedures and wound repair (e.g. stitches).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	132
minor procedures	11
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	102
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2021

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	105

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	64

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS in 2022

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated as a general surgeon in Virginia Beach, VA were reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures, tissue transfer and wound repair (e.g. stitches).

doctor visit	164
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13
minor procedures	11
plastic surgery procedures	17
reconstructive surgery	17
tissue transfer	17
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	96
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	40
85 and over	12
Less than 65	7
65 to 74	72

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and cancer.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	20
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed residency at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certified and has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine

Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Affiliated Hospitals (1986)

Board Certification: Board Certified

Licensed In: Virginia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters

Sentara Health

ASSOCIATES IN PLASTIC SURGERY, INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John S. Alspaugh, MD, FACS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$3,289 NATRELLE $1,556	BOTOX COSMETIC $220	NATRELLE IMPLANTS $159	ACZONE $115	NATRELLE INSPIRA BREAST IMPLANTS $102	Other $1,137
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Inc.	$2,135 $2,135
Allergan, Inc.	$1,373 BOTOX $891	BOTOX COSMETIC $206	NATRELLE SALINE-FILLED BREAST IMPLANTS $65	NATRELLE $15	$195
Mentor Worldwide LLC	$1,077 MemoryGel Breast Implants $410	ARTOURA Breast Tissue Expander $166	Facial $131	FlexHD Acellular Hydrated Dermis $130	Reconstruction $126	Other $113
AbbVie Inc.	$443 NATRELLE SALINE-FILLED BREAST IMPLANTS $189	BOTOX $144	$110
Other	$1,584 SURGICAL $148	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $138	AEROFORM TISSUE EXPANDER SYSTEM $123	Belotero $95	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAT IMPLANT $94	Other $985

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$8,476
Gift	$1,350
Education	$58
Entertainment	$16

Biography

Dr. John Alspaugh practices plastic surgery, hand surgery, and general surgery. Dr. Alspaugh's areas of expertise include cleft lip and palate, facelift, and eyelid surgery. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). He is professionally affiliated with Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters and Sentara Health.