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March 19, 2025: Holcomb-Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa named a 2025 Castle Connolly Practice Center of Excellence

Holcomb-Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa was named a 2025 Castle Connolly Practice Center of Excellence—an honor for practices employing multiple Castle Connolly Top Doctors, earned by roughly 1% of U.S. practices. With three board-certified surgeons and a full aesthetics team across four locations in Sarasota, Tampa, and Lakewood Ranch, they provide comprehensive surgical and medspa care for women and men.

November 21, 2023: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Welcomes Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, Marc J. Salzman, MD, FACS

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa is already well-entrenched as the premier destination for surgical and non-surgical cosmetic services on Florida’s west coast. Now, this rapidly growing practice is pleased to announce the latest chapter in its impressive story, by welcoming Marc J. Salzman, MD, FACS, a board-certified facial and body plastic surgeon, to its team.

May 26, 2022: Dr. Holcomb Participates in the Renuvion Dermal Handpiece

Clearwater, FL - Apyx® Medical Corporation, a maker of medical devices and supplies and the developer of Helium Plasma Technology, marketed and sold as Renuvion® and J-Plasma® in surgical markets, today announced it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) for the use of the Renuvion Dermal Handpiece for specific dermal resurfacing procedures.

February 17, 2022: Dr Holcomb Participates in Clinical Study Evaluating the Renuvion Dermal Handpiece

Clearwater, FL - Apyx® Medical Corporation, a maker of medical devices, and supplier and the developer of Helium Plasma Technology, marketed and sold as Renuvion® in the cosmetic surgery market and J-Plasma® in the hospital surgical market, today announced the publication of a peer-reviewed article in the journal, Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, the official journal of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery, featuring the results of its U.S. IDE clinical study evaluating the Renuvion Dermal Handpiece using Apyx’s Helium Plasma Technology for dermal resurfacing procedures.

September 8, 2020: Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa​ Explains the Role of Preoperative Computer Imaging in Rhinoplasty

Sarasota, FL / ACCESSWIRE / September 8, 2020 / Rhinoplasty is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures, with over 220,000 procedures performed each year in the United States. One of the goals of ​Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery & Medspa ​​is to maintain high satisfaction rates with these procedures.

March 12, 2018: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa is Now Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, Adding a Dermatologist to the Ever Growing Medical Practice

Dr. Shauntell Solomon is now available for appointments in Sarasota and Tampa at Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and Dermatology.

Sarasota and Tampa, Fla. (PRWEB) March 12, 2018 — J. David Holcomb, M.D. and Joshua Kreithen, M.D. are pleased to announce that Shauntell Solomon, D.O. has joined the practice to provide medical dermatology and Mohs micrographic surgery to complement its established plastic surgery, cosmetic laser surgery and aesthetic services.

December 16, 2017: LaseMD GLO Treatment, The Latest Innovation in Skin Rejuvenation, Now Available at Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery & MedSpa in Sarasota and in Tampa

Holcomb Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb Kreithen” or “HKPS” or “the Practice”) is pleased to announce the newest non-surgical yet highly effective treatment to rejuvenate your skin – LaseMD GLO. Both HKPS’s offices in Sarasota and Tampa will be offering LaseMD GLO that makes it possible to have a more youthful and brighter appearance without having to worry about missing work or social events. The treatment is comfortable and quick (20 minutes or less) and patients can immediately return to normal activities. LaseMD GLO can be tailored to specific skin needs – from fine lines and pigmentation to mild and moderate sun damage.

August 10, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Expands its Cosmetic Services to Tampa by Partnering with Tampa’s Leading Ophthalmology Practice, Newsom Eye & Laser Center

Sarasota, Florida — August 10, 2016 — Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS” or “the Practice”), a leading plastic surgery practice in Florida, is pleased to announce its partnership with Newsom Eye & Laser Center (“Newsom Eye”), the premier provider of laser eye surgery and comprehensive eye care in the Tampa Bay Area. Holcomb – Kreithen will bring its world-class physicians and advanced face and body surgical and non-surgical treatments to Newsom Eye’s state-of-the-art AAASF-accredited surgical center and Tampa location.

August 4, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Launches Silhouette InstaLift™—The Natural-Looking Way to a New Face in Under One Hour—in Sarasota and the Tampa Bay Area

Sarasota, Florida—August 4, 2016 — Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS” or “the Practice”), one of the leading plastic surgery practices in Florida, announces it has launched Silhouette InstaLift™ (“InstaLift”), revolutionary non-surgical facelift designed to deliver immediate, natural-looking results using a procedure that is minimally invasive, takes less than an hour to complete and requires minimum patient downtime.

June 7, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and Medspa Turns Up The Heat on Stubborn Fat Using Sculpsure®, the Breakthrough Body Contouring System

Sarasota, Florida—June 7, 2016—Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS” or “the Practice”), a leading plastic surgery practice in Florida, is pleased to announce it is now offering SculpSure®, a breakthrough non-invasive laser treatment for men and women that reduces stubborn fat in problem areas such as the abdomen or love handles, helping patients achieve a slimmer appearance without surgery or downtime.

March 30, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Earns the Coveted Black Diamond Status from Allergan, Inc.

Sarasota, Florida—March 30, 2016— Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS”), a leading plastic surgery practice in Florida, is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as a Black Diamond Status provider by Allergan, Inc. This prestigious certification places HKPS among the top 1% of practices nationwide who have demonstrated excellence and expertise through a high volume of aesthetic product procedures.

February 29, 2016: J. David Holcomb, M.D., A Pioneer and Advocate of Laser-Assisted Facial Rejuvenation Techniques

J. David Holcomb, M.D. has been the driving force in establishing Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS”) as a thriving Sarasota-based business and one of the leading plastic surgery practices in the country. However, what many of his satisfied patients may not be aware of is the important leadership role Dr. Holcomb has played in introducing many of the very laser assisted techniques and technologies that are literally shaping the “new face” in facial plastic and cosmetic surgery. These laser-assisted techniques and technologies have helped pave the way to beautiful, natural results with reduced downtime, less discomfort and lower cost for patients.

January 27, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa (HKPS) Will Become the First Sarasota – Bradenton Area Practice Offering Cellfina™ Cellulite Treatment

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen”), one of the leading plastic surgery practices in Florida, is proud to announce that, starting Feb. 4, 2016, it will become the first provider in the Sarasota – Bradenton area (and one of the first in Florida) to offer the Cellfina™ System for treating cellulite.

January 12, 2016: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Ends 2015 with Record Practice Growth and Significant Achievements

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS”), a leading plastic surgery practice in Florida, is pleased to announce that 2015 experienced continued tremendous growth. The practice registered numerous business, technological and industry achievements in 2015 to solidify its status as a market-leading provider of aesthetic surgical and non-surgical treatments.

December 21, 2015: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Becomes First Provider in the Sarasota – Bradenton Area Offering CoolSculpting + ZWave Pro Combination Fat Reduction Treatment

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen”), one of the leading plastic surgery practices in Florida, is proud to announce that it is the first provider in the Sarasota – Bradenton area to offer the revolutionary, non-invasive CoolSculpting® + ZWave Pro™ combination protocol to its patients.

November 30, 2015: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery’s Dr. Joshua Kreithen Chosen to Consult to Ethicon, a Johnson & Johnson Company

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen”), one of the leading plastic surgery practices in Florida, is proud to announce that Dr. Joshua Kreithen, one of its co-founding physicians, has been chosen to consult for surgical innovations giant Ethicon Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Company.

November 16, 2015: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Becomes First Provider in the Sarasota and Tampa Bay Area Offering Halo Laser Therapy

Practice Invites its Patients to Discover the Revolutionary Treatment that Rejuvenates Skin Damaged by Florida Sun Exposure

November 2, 2015: Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Now Offering Three State-of-the-Art Non-Surgical Treatment Options to Eliminate Double Chin

A Full Suite of Effective, Proven Procedures is Available to Provide Patients with Beautiful, Natural-Looking and Permanent Results

October 10, 2016:J. David Holcomb, MD, of Holcomb - Kreithen Plastic Surgery & MedSpa Awarded Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 3rd Consecutive Year

Sarasota, Florida — Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC (“Holcomb – Kreithen” or “HKPS” or “the Practice”), a leading plastic surgery practice in Sarasota and Tampa, Florida, is pleased to announce that practice co-founder J. David.

November 4, 2015:How to Carve a Turkey (Neck) Without a Knife

November is here, and that means everyone’s thoughts are starting to focus on Thanksgiving—a time to enjoy family, football, and delicious meals featuring turkey. However, while a turkey dinner is a thing of beauty, a “turkey neck” (also known as a double chin) is quite a bit less so.

October 12, 2015:Holcomb–Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa will Host the “Plastic Surgery University” Event at the University Town Center Mall

A Free Educational Series will Show Patients Different Options for Looking Their Best as the Holidays Approach.

September 24, 2015:CoolSculpting® And Molly Sims Partner To Educate Women On Body Contouring Solutions

ZELTIQ® Aesthetics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ZLTQ), a medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing products utilizing its proprietary controlled-cooling technology, today announced that it is partnering with actress and model Molly Sims.

August 28, 2015:Tianna wins Gold in Beijing

Our talented patient just won Gold in Beijing at the IAAF World Championships! How sweet of her to thank our Medical Esthetician, Jocelyne DeMaio, for helping her “look and feel beautiful!” Congratulations, Tianna!

September 28, 2015:Dr. Joshua Kreithen of Holcomb–Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa Now Offers Allergan’s NATRELLE INSPIRA™ Round Gel-Filled Breast Implants

Holcomb – Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, PLLC, one of the leading plastic surgery practices in Florida, is pleased to announce that Dr. Joshua Kreithen, M.D. is now offering Allergan’s Natrelle INSPIRA™ round, gel-filled breast implants to women seeking increased breast fullness through reconstruction, augmentation or revision surgery.

August 14, 2015:Kybella is now available at Holcomb - Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa

KYBELLA™, the first FDA-approved injectable for reducing "double chin," is now available in Sarasota.

May 20, 2015:Holcomb - Kreithen Plastic Surgery and MedSpa hosts A Taste of UTC

Curious diners and fashion trendsetters gathered at The Mall at University Town Center for a progressive dining event, with a chance to win $7,500 in giveaways.

Dr. Holcomb is featured on Health Radio to discuss Acculift™

The Health Radio Show, hosted by Danika Quinn, interviews Dr. Holcomb to discuss Acculift™, the latest advancements in laser surgery, and new treatments for facial plastic surgery.