CaloAesthetics® Plastic Surgery Center
2341 Lime Kiln Lane
Louisville, KY 40222
Phone: (502) 899-9979
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
CaloSpa® Rejuvenation Center
824 Euclid Ave #100
Lexington, KY 40502
Phone: (859) 269-2256
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday by appointment only
CaloSpa® Rejuvenation Center
408 LaFollette Station Dr.
Floyds Knobs, IN 47119
Phone: (812) 920-4880
Monday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Our Fellow Junior Associate, Dr. Alex Pong
The CaloAesthetics Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship program is a 12-month program that provides advanced surgical and nonsurgical aesthetic medical procedure training for board-eligible plastic surgeons at our Louisville location.
We are pleased to introduce our current Fellow Junior Associate:
Dr. Alex Pong
Dr. Alex PongDr. Pong joins CaloAesthetics® from San Antonio, TX, where he earned his medical degree with honors and graduated first in his class from UT Health in San Antonio. Following this, he pursued an integrated plastic surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts, where he served as chief resident and gained extensive experience in a wide range of complex procedures.
Dr. Pong has a strong focus on aesthetic breast and body contouring procedures, aiming to help patients enhance their appearance and boost their self-confidence. He is dedicated to staying up to date with the latest advancements in the field to deliver outstanding results that align with his patients’ desires and goals.
Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Pong enjoys exploring his culinary skills and discovering new dining experiences with friends. He also enjoys spending time outdoors and hiking with his two beloved dogs, Darwin and Piper.
Education & Training
- UMass Chan Medical School, Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency, 2017-2023
- Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio, 2013-2017
- Lafayette College, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Summa Cum Laude, 2009-2013
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ALEXANDER WOODSON PONG, MD
| EDUCATION | |
|---|---|
| CaloAesthetics® Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship |
Louisville, KY 2023 – 2024 |
| UMass Chan Medical School Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency |
Worchester, MA 2017 – 2023 |
| Long School of Medicine, UT Health San Antonio Doctor of Medicine with Honors Rank 1 out of 208 |
San Antonio, TX 2013 – 2017 |
| Lafayette College Bachelor of Science, Biology Summa Cum Laude |
Easton, PA 2009 – 2013 |
| LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS | |
| Kentucky Medical License – Pending | 2023 |
| Massachusetts Medical License #282168 | 2017 – present |
| BLS / ACLS Certification | 2013 – present |
| ACADEMIC HONORS | |
| Alpha Omega Alpha | 2022 |
| 1st Place Plastic Surgery In-Service Examination Award | 2019 |
| 2nd Place Plastic Surgery In-Service Examination Award | 2018 |
| Willis Roberts Hunt Prize | 2013 |
| Joseph Watt Keubler Jr. Memorial Prize | 2013 |
| Excel Scholar | 2011 – 2013 |
| Dean’s List, Lafayette College | 2009 – 2013 |
| Nalven Summer Research Fellowship | 2012 |
| RESEARCH EXPERIENCE | |
| Primary Investigator, Research Project, UMass Chan Medical School
Developed a training curriculum utilizing a live porcine model to train plastic surgery residents in various flap techniques, including fibula and abdominally based free flaps, as well as other pedicled flaps. 2021 – present |
Worcester, MA |
| Excel Scholar, Excel Research and Senior Thesis, Lafayette College
Worked with Dr. Rothenberger to investigate the distribution and migration of the invasive Chinese mitten crab, Eiocheir sinensis, in the Raritan Bay, NJ. Project involved sampling in riverine and estuarine environments and mapping distribution using Geographic Information System (GIS). The long-term study was the first to meticulously document the crab’s establishment and migratory habits within Atlantic waters. Spring 2011 – Spring 2013 |
Easton, PA |
| PUBLICATIONS | |
| Uy, K. L., Pong, A. W. Chest wall and Sternum Resection and Reconstruction [submitted for publication]. Pearson’s General Thoracic Surgery. STS Cardiothoracic Surgery E-Book. Chicago: Society of Thoracic Surgeons, 2023. STS Surgery, ebook.sts.org | |
| Pong A, Giatsidis G. Discussion: Low Complication Rates Using Closed-Incision Negative-Pressure Therapy for Panniculectomies: A Single-Surgeon, Retrospective, Uncontrolled Case Series. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020 Aug;146(2):398-400. doi: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000007039. PMID: 32740594. | |
| PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS | |
| Pong, A.W. Wound Care for Primary Care Physicians
Presented at UMass Family Medicine Grand Rounds, Worcester, MA. May 26, 2023 |
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| Pong, A.W. Plastic Surgery Consults and Emergencies
Presented at UMass Emergency Medicine Grand Rounds, Worcester, MA. July 11, 2022 |
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| PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS | |
| Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Member | 2022 – present |
| The Aesthetic Society, Resident Member | 2017 – present |
| American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Resident Member | 2017 – present |
| American Medical Association | 2013 – present |
| Texas Medical Association | 2013 – 2017 |
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