Dr. Dassoulas earned her medical degree and completed an intensive six-year integrated residency in plastic surgery at the University of Virginia. She also completed a microsurgery and aesthetic surgery fellowship at Mercy Medical Center, where she mastered complex breast reconstruction techniques and advanced aesthetic surgeries of the face, breast, and body. While she is transitioning away from reconstructive breast procedures, her extensive background uniquely equips her to handle complex aesthetic breast surgeries.
Dr. Dassoulas specializes in aesthetic breast surgery, including breast augmentations, lifts, reductions, combined lift/augmentation procedures, tuberous breast correction, implant removal with mastopexy, fat grafting, and symmetry adjustments. She is experienced in subfascial augmentation, preserving natural anatomy and minimizing recovery challenges, and is now introducing Motiva implants, a next-generation innovation, into her practice.
Her body contouring expertise includes tummy tucks, thigh lifts, arm lifts (brachioplasty), and mommy makeover procedures that restore confidence after pregnancy or weight loss. She also performs gynecomastia surgery for male patients and tailors each plan to the individual’s goals.
Dr. Dassoulas believes that plastic surgery is not just about transformation: it’s about partnership. She prioritizes open, honest communication and ensures every patient feels heard, understood, and fully informed. Years of experience in emotionally charged breast cancer consultations have honed her ability to develop deep rapport, manage expectations with compassion, and guide patients through their surgical journey with empathy. Safety is central to her approach. All surgeries are performed in accredited surgical facilities, with medical clearance obtained when appropriate.
She maintains admitting privileges at multiple hospitals in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Virginia, uses DVT prophylaxis when indicated, and offers SCD machines for home use after longer operations. Her investment in aftercare is unmatched: her patients have 24/7 access to her throughout recovery, a concierge nurse for additional clinical support, and access to in-office ultrasound imaging for breast implants, laser scar therapy, and postoperative lymphatic massage.
Dr. Dassoulas’s dedication to her craft has earned her recognition as a Washingtonian Top Doctor for five consecutive years (2021-2025) and as a Bethesda Magazine Top Doctor in 2025. She has authored 18 peer-reviewed publications, a book chapter, and presented 17 abstracts at podium conferences. Her accolades include the Mulholland Award for Excellence in Teaching, the Larry S. Nichter Research Award, and multiple grants from the Plastic Surgery Foundation.
Plastic surgery is, for Dr. Dassoulas, a true meeting of her passions. Raised in an artistic family (her father a painter, her mother a seamstress), she was drawn to the specialty for its balance of technical precision and creative artistry. She loves the immediate, visible impact her work can have on a patient’s quality of life, with many of her patients informing her that they feel truly comfortable in their own skin for the very first time.
Outside of her surgical practice, Dr. Dassoulas is a devoted mother to three children. She enjoys running along the Potomac, strength training at Lifetime Gym, and maintaining a wellness-focused lifestyle. After facing her own metabolic health challenges at age 40, she embraced a clean-eating and exercise regimen, which now shapes the way she prepares patients for surgery, encouraging optimal health for better recovery and results.
Dr. Kasandra Dassoulas is committed to helping you achieve beautiful, natural results through advanced surgical expertise and compassionate care. From your first consultation to long after your procedure, she provides the guidance, support, and artistry you deserve. Whether you want to restore confidence after life changes or enhance your natural features, your journey begins here. Feel comfortable in your own skin again: schedule your consultation today.
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