Stephen Lober, MD

Dr. Stephen Lober received his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from Clemson University in 1976 followed by a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston. Upon graduation, he worked for several years with MW Kellogg as a senior engineer. After meeting his wife, Kathy, in Houston, Texas he began his medical education, graduating from UT Southwestern Medical School in 1988 with his MD followed by his medical residency in general surgery at Emory University Medical School. Dr. Lober completed his fellowship specializing in plastic surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.

Upon completing his fellowship in 1995, Dr. Lober entered private practice in Athens, Georgia where he specializes in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He performs most cosmetic procedures, including abdominoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation, liposuction, facelift, mastopexy, full body lift, and neck lift in his on-site ambulatory surgery center. Additionally, he serves on the staff at both Piedmont Athens Regional and St. Mary’s Health Care System. Dr. Lober lends his expertise to the next generation of physicians by serving as an Adjunct Clinical Professor at the AU/UGA Medical Partnership.

Besides working full-time at his office and both hospitals, Dr. Lober is also an entrepreneur, having created the company, OP-marks in 2003, and sold it to Viscot Medical in 2014, which revolutionized surgical site marking in the United States. He is also the inventor of several medical devices designed to promote patient and OR safety.

Dr. Lober and his wife, Kathy, share three children, seven grandchildren, a dog named Zoe, and a cat, Cami. In his spare time, he enjoys writing, gardening, traveling, and is an award-winning sculptor. You can find examples of Dr. Lober’s work on display at his office located at 2325 Prince Avenue, around Piedmont Athens Regional, and in private collections from Atlanta to New York.

Tiffany Puckett, RN, BSN, LNC

Tiffany received her BS in Nursing from the University of North Georgia in 1995 and has been specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery for well over 15 years. With a solid foundation in healthcare and many years of previous experience with Gumucio Plastic Surgery, Tiffany brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field. Certified as an injector for Botox and dermal fillers, Tiffany is committed to enhancing patient outcomes through advanced aesthetic procedures. Known for compassionate care and precision in both surgical and outpatient settings, she continues to positively impact the lives of patients by combining technical skill with a deep understanding of patient needs.

Tiffany is an Athens native and resides here with her husband, Jeff, who is retired from the Georgia State Patrol. Tiffany also has over 20 years’ experience as a legal nurse consultant and continues to operate remotely in that capacity. In their free time, Tiffany and Jeff enjoy getting away and spending time at their condo in Ormond Beach, Florida.

Office & Medical Staff

Jo Sullivan, Practice Manager

Heather Eavenson, Admin Assistant

Christy Cox, OR/Clinical Nurse

Meg Brinegar, Medical Assistant

Kaye Moon, Insurance & Billing Manager

OR & Recovery Staff

Joe Lawrence, BA Psychology, RN, CRNA

Jenny Kennedy, RN

Lindsy Vargus, RN

Angela Myers, RN

Carlynn Reagan, RN

Tina Bright, Aesthetician

Tina Bright is a licensed aesthetician, nationally certified skincare specialist, and cosmetic laser technician with nearly 15 years of experience. Tina holds multiple licenses and certifications within the aesthetics industry and continues to stay educated and current on best practices and procedures. Her goal is to provide the most advanced treatment options, yielding the best outcome for her clients. An Iowa native and graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, Tina obtained her aesthetics certification through her studies at Central Georgia Tech and Athens Tech. She most recently studied at the Institute of Skin Science in Provo, UT. A long-time resident of the Athens area, she and her husband have recently returned to Georgia after spending the last three years in Scottsdale, AZ. In her spare time, Tina enjoys cycling, hiking, traveling, and spending as much time with her three adult children as possible.