Meet Dr. Celeste Nagy | Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

We had the good fortune of connecting with Dr. Celeste Nagy and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dr. Celeste, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The most important factor behind success and your brand is belief in yourself and asking for help when you need it. No person is completely “self-made.” Behind every successful person are mentors, associates, friends, and family that have supported you along the way. There is also no straight path to success. There are side roads and set backs. The most important thing to have is a vision and constantly be working on what you can stay consistent in or change to achieve that. Remember, you currently are where you dreamed of being 5 years ago. Imagine where you will be in the next 5 years!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
I am a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon at a private practice called Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, GA. I joined my business partner Dr. Mark Beaty at his well-established practice in 2021 and we are looking forward to our Midtown office expansion and rebranding for 2024.

I feel that I am set apart from other facial plastic surgeons in Atlanta as a female surgeon that is up to date on the newest non-surgical technologies, injections, and surgical techniques. The majority (but not all) patients are women, so I can particularly empathize with issues my patients are concerned with and less than 20% of surgeons are also women! Additionally, I speak Spanish and have really enjoyed connecting with the Hispanic community in Atlanta. I also received specialty training in facial feminization and masculinization surgery and am one of the few facial plastic surgeons in the country offering these surgeries and treatments!

Just like any business, starting a medical practice has plenty of challenges and takes time to build! I set weekly goals for myself to build my online presence, social media marketing, professional referral network and, of course, word of mouth business from my patients. The biggest lesson I have learned is to set realistic goals, think of ways to obtain them, implement them, and then celebrate the successes. Setbacks are bound to happen, but it’s also a growing opportunity to learn how to get past them.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
What a great question! I am a big foodie and love all the cultural activities that Atlanta has to offer. For brunch, I a few of my favorite spots are Snooze, South City Kitchen, Alon’s Bakery (the almond croissants are my favorite!), and the Peachtree Farmer’s Market on Saturdays for Arepas. Some of my other favorite spots to eat/drink are distinct are the Consulate, Epicurean, Umi Sushi, The Garden Room, Bon Ton, Superica, and True foods for lighter fare. I could go on and on! I would definitely take them to Buford Highway too for some more international flavors.

Some places that we would go are the High Museum, Georgia Aquarium, bike riding on the Beltline, Ponce City Market and the rooftop, hiking along Sweetwater Creek, and floating on the Chattahoochie depending on the season.

I would definitely try to take them to live music or a local neighborhood festival depending as there are always great shows/venues in Atlanta!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
There are many people and organizations that I give credit to helping me achieve the success that I have. Early on, my parents were a huge source of support and inspiration. My dad is in a phyisican assistant that performed surgery. I learned about patient care and a passion for medicine from him. My mom was was one of the first female FBI agents in the country and I saw in her as a powerful, but compassionate woman that wasn’t afraid to lead in a field usually dominated by men. I had several teachers along the way that cultivated creativity and expression in me. My 5th grade teacher Ms. Herring once said to me “You’re so smart it’s scary and you should never be afraid to express your thoughts and opinions. Leading isn’t about being the loudest in the room, it’s about being the person others want to follow.” This is an important lesson to learn as a preteen girl! This encouraged me to speak my mind, develop my own ideas, treat others with compassion, and not be afraid to express my opinions.
I also had the opportunity to study abroad in college in a program called Semester At Sea. Not only did I get to visit many countries, but I also was able to meet both leaders and everyday people from all over the world. This opens your eyes to other cultures and opportunities outside of your own. An experience like this creates a fierce drive to step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself.
During medical school and surgical residency, I was able to work with several talented mentors that taught me my skills as a surgeon. However, they also taught me the importance of balance in your life with friends, family, and interests to make me a better doctor and person.

Website: https://beatymd.com/about-us/dr-celeste-nagy/

Instagram: @dr.celestenagy

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Christyn Pena