A foundation in the field he practices
At Artemedica, Dr. Victor Lacombe’s work includes facial plastic and laser surgery. He has also contributed to the education of other surgeons as an instructor and author.
Dr. Lacombe co-edited Lasers in Aesthetic Surgery with Gregory Keller, Patrick K. Lee, and James P. Watson. The book brings together foundational information about laser physics, systems, instrumentation, and safety with coverage of laser applications in facial plastic and aesthetic surgery.

From the book to the practice
The book covers subjects including skin resurfacing, vascular and pigmented lesions, tattoo treatment, hair removal, and aesthetic surgery. These topics reflect the wider role lasers have played in the development of aesthetic and facial plastic surgery.
For Dr. Lacombe, the book is part of a broader record of clinical and educational work in the field. It offers readers a look at the technical foundations and clinical subjects behind laser surgery.
About the book
Title: Lasers in Aesthetic Surgery
Editors: Gregory Keller, Victor G. Lacombe, Patrick K. Lee, and James P. Watson
Publisher: Thieme
First edition: 2001
Length: 384 pages
Language: English