Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Plastic surgery is not one-size-fits-all. Dr. Oday Obaid provides aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery in Ames, serving patients throughout Central Iowa, including Des Moines and surrounding communities. His care is focused on refining appearance, restoring form, and rebuilding function. Every patient relationship starts with listening, allowing for thoughtful treatment plans that reflect individual goals, needs, and expectations.
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Refine
Aesthetic procedures can help improve balance, proportion, and confidence with natural-looking results.
Restore
Reconstructive procedures help restore areas affected by cancer, trauma, congenital conditions, wounds, or previous surgery.
Rebuild
Advanced reconstruction may involve skin grafts, flaps, nerve procedures, or microsurgical techniques.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Also known as cosmetic surgery, this is about feeling more like yourself — Dr. Obaid tailors every option to your goals and features. He offers physician-led aesthetic surgery and non-surgical rejuvenation for patients from Ames, Des Moines, and across Central Iowa.
Injectables
Botox® and dermal fillers for subtle, natural-looking results.
Injectable and non-surgical rejuvenation options may include:
- Botox® and other neuromodulators
- Dermal fillers
- Dermabrasion
Facial Aesthetics
Facelift, brow lift, rhinoplasty, and other options to refresh and balance facial features.
Facial aesthetic options may include:
- Facelift and neck lift
- Brow lift
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- Rhinoplasty
- Facial fat grafting
- Lip lift
- Neck and submental liposuction
- Otoplasty
- Chin augmentation / facial implants
Breast Aesthetics
Augmentation, lift, and reduction options shaped around your body and goals.
Breast aesthetic options may include:
- Breast augmentation
- Breast lift (mastopexy)
- Breast reduction
- Breast implant removal
- Breast fat grafting
- Correction of breast asymmetry
- Tuberous breast correction
Body Aesthetics
Body contouring, tummy tuck, and other procedures to reshape and refine your silhouette.
Body aesthetic options may include:
- Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
- Liposuction and HD liposculpting
- Arm lift (brachioplasty)
- Thigh lift
- Lower body lift
- Buttock lift
- Body contouring after weight loss
- Male body contouring
- Gynecomastia surgery (male breast reduction)
- Mommy makeover
- Hand rejuvenation (fillers and fat grafting)
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Consultations in Ames
An aesthetic plastic surgery consultation is an opportunity to ask questions, discuss your goals, and learn which surgical or non-surgical options may be appropriate for you.
Patients from Ames, Des Moines, and surrounding Central Iowa communities can meet with Dr. Obaid to discuss injectables, facial aesthetics, breast aesthetics, body aesthetics, and other options tailored to their goals.
Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Reconstructive plastic surgery helps restore form and function after cancer, trauma, congenital conditions, wounds, or prior surgery. Dr. Obaid offers reconstructive procedures for the face, head, breast, chest, trunk, abdomen, hands, and extremities.
Face and Head Reconstruction
Scar revision, skin cancer defect repair, and reconstruction after facial trauma or Mohs surgery.
Reconstructive options may include:
- Scar revision and scar reconstruction
- Skin cancer excision and Mohs defect reconstruction
- Eyelid reconstruction and ptosis correction
- Nasal, ear, lip, cheek, forehead, and scalp reconstruction
- Facial fracture repair and post-traumatic facial reconstruction
- Complex wound repair, skin grafts, and flap reconstruction
Breast and Chest Reconstruction
Implant-based and autologous reconstruction options after mastectomy or prior surgery.
Breast and chest reconstruction options may include:
- Breast reconstruction with implants
- Breast reconstruction using autologous flaps
- Revision breast reconstruction
- Nipple-areolar complex reconstruction
- Correction of congenital breast anomalies
- Chest wall and related soft tissue reconstruction
Trunk and Abdominal Reconstruction
Complex wound and soft tissue reconstruction for the chest wall, abdomen, and spine.
Care may include reconstruction for complex wounds and soft tissue concerns involving the trunk and abdomen, such as:
- Chest wall and sternal reconstruction
- Abdominal wall reconstruction
- Spine soft tissue reconstruction
- Pressure sore reconstruction
- Complex wound closure
- Flap reconstruction for trunk wounds
Functional Body Contouring
Addressing excess skin, discomfort, and functional concerns after major weight loss.
Functional body contouring may help address excess skin, discomfort, or functional concerns after major weight loss. Options may include:
- Functional body contouring after massive weight loss
- Abdominoplasty / tummy tuck
- Lower body lift
- Brachioplasty / arm lift
- Thigh lift / thighplasty
- Upper trunk contouring
Hand and Extremity Reconstruction
Restoring movement and function to the hands and limbs after trauma or tumor removal.
Hand, upper extremity, and lower extremity reconstruction may include:
- Upper extremity soft tissue reconstruction
- Lower extremity reconstruction after trauma or tumor removal
- Limb salvage reconstruction
- Peripheral nerve decompression, repair, and reconstruction
- Skin grafts and flap reconstruction for complex wounds
Plastic Surgery as Part of Cancer Care
Reconstructive surgery can play an important role in cancer care, helping address changes in appearance, function, comfort, and quality of life after cancer is removed or treated.
As part of the William R. Bliss Cancer Center care team, Dr. Obaid works alongside physicians and specialists from multiple disciplines to support complete cancer care. Reconstructive consultation can help patients understand what options may be available and what to expect throughout the process.
Meet Oday Obaid, MD, MEHP, DABS
An intentional approach to form and function, designed around individual anatomy, personal needs, and specific goals.
Dr. Obaid is a plastic surgeon and American Board of Surgery-certified surgeon offering aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery at McFarland Clinic. His approach combines aesthetic judgment, complex reconstructive training, and an eye for proportion, balance, and natural-looking results.
Dr. Obaid completed his plastic surgery training at the University of Illinois Chicago, home to one of the nation’s oldest craniofacial centers, and through the Warner Institute, one of Chicago’s leading aesthetic surgery centers. He also holds a Master of Education in the Health Professions from Johns Hopkins University.
His background includes work in surgical innovation, including artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, and robotics in plastic surgery.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Consultation
A conversation about your goals, concerns, and options.
Planning
A personalized plan that considers your anatomy, priorities, expectations, and individual risk profile.
Follow-Up
Clear guidance, support, and communication through recovery and beyond.
Patient Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is plastic surgery offered at McFarland Clinic?
McFarland Clinic Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, led by Dr. Oday Obaid, is located in Ames, Iowa, serving patients from Ames, Des Moines, and surrounding Central Iowa communities.
What's the difference between reconstructive and aesthetic surgery?
Reconstructive plastic surgery focuses on restoring form and function after cancer, trauma, wounds, congenital conditions, or prior surgery. Aesthetic plastic surgery focuses on improving appearance, balance, and proportion. Many procedures involve both function and appearance.
Is aesthetic plastic surgery the same as cosmetic surgery?
Aesthetic plastic surgery is sometimes referred to as cosmetic surgery. At McFarland Clinic, we use the term aesthetic plastic surgery because the focus is on physician-led care that considers appearance, balance, function, health, and realistic expectations.
What aesthetic plastic surgery procedures are offered?
Aesthetic plastic surgery procedures offered in Ames include facial rejuvenation (face, brow, eyes, and neck), breast aesthetic surgery, body contouring, hand aesthetics, and non-surgical options such as botulinum toxin treatments and dermal fillers. A consultation helps determine which options may be appropriate for your goals.
Can I schedule a consultation for aesthetic surgery?
Yes. Patients interested in aesthetic surgery or non-surgical rejuvenation can schedule a consultation to discuss their goals, ask questions, and learn which options may be appropriate
What happens during a consultation?
Your consultation includes a discussion of your concerns, goals, health history, and options. Depending on your needs, the visit may also include an exam, clinical photography, photo analysis, or discussion of surgical and non-surgical treatment choices.
Do I need a referral?
Referral requirements can vary based on your insurance plan and the type of care you need. Aesthetic consultations typically do not require a referral, but please contact McFarland Clinic to confirm next steps for scheduling.
How does payment or insurance work for plastic surgery?
Payment and insurance details vary by procedure, diagnosis, and insurance plan. For reconstructive care, our team can discuss what documentation may support insurance coverage. For aesthetic plastic surgery, we can walk you through cost estimates and payment options during your consultation.
How do I know which procedure is right for me?
The right procedure depends on your anatomy, goals, medical history, and individual risk profile. A consultation helps clarify which options are most appropriate for you.
What makes someone a good candidate for plastic surgery?
A good candidate is generally in good health, has realistic expectations, and has a clear understanding of the goals, benefits, risks, and recovery involved.
Locations & Hours
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1215 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
