Today we’d like to introduce you to Diana Ponsky
Hi Diana, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
When I was a high school student, I knew I liked the sciences and I wanted to work within the stem field. My parents encouraged me to look into the medical field. Starting in high school and then throughout college, I worked for a dermatologist after school, and summers. I received a full scholarship to New York University, then went to Georgetown Medical School. There I fell in love with the field of ear, nose and throat. I then became fascinated by the nose, and how complex and humbling a rhinoplasty surgery is. I was recruited to work for University Hospitals in the Ear, Nose and Throat Institute, specializing in Facial Plastic a Reconstructive Surgery. I worked at UH over 10 years, and was director of the division of facial plastics. At this time I’d had 3 children, and my husband, a successful pediatric surgeon/educator, was recruited to give lectures worldwide. I was getting stretched too thin and my kids needed someone present for the few years they would be home.
So I decided to start my own practice in and gave up teaching residents for a few short years. Now they have a rotation with me in my practice. Sometimes I feel my story is- as a female professional with a family, you can “have it all” but maybe not all in the time you want.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Not exactly a smooth road. I consider myself lucky to have had good mentors in my life, and to have people who have inspired me throughout. One of my most impactful mentors was a physician who had an office on Park Avenue. When I was in high school, I worked for a dermatologist after school to pay my way for school, and she would always encourage my pursuing a medical career, but I just wasn’t sure. Then years later, I realized that she was teaching me through having me help her after hours, by having me bring her projects to certain society meetings she was exposing me to the possibilities. I had a chemistry professor in college who encouraged me to go into the sciences, and he was a major inspiration. In medical school and beyond, I was lucky to have male colleagues who never put me down. Some were helpful, some were not, but I never felt targeted. Initially it was tougher in a world of men, but overtime there were more and more women throughout the medical arena in which I was in. One of my main challenges personally was balancing family, especially with young girls, and especially with a husband who was also very professionally and academically motivated. I never felt like I was in the right place at the right time- my kids wanted me at home, but I also loved worked. i felt never like i could do everything I wanted to do nor give of myself fully when I was a working mom at the university.
We’ve been impressed with Ponsky Facial Plastic Surgery, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
One of a handful of double-board certified facial plastic surgeons in the Ohio area, with over 18 years of experience. Dr. Ponsky is one of the leading doctors in the greater Cleveland area, being named one of Castle Connolly’s top doctors and Exceptional Women in Medicine. She has also been named one of Cleveland’s top facial plastic surgeons in Cleveland Magazine’s Top Doctors and was recognized as one of Smart Business Magazine’s Women of Influence. Dr. Ponsky built her reputation on excellence in functional and cosmetic results and impeccable care of her patients. She has been featured numerous times on television news shows and in national beauty magazines.
Ponsky is a former Director of the Division of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at University Hospitals-Cleveland Medical Center. She has also served as an Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University in Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery.
My philosophy is empowering others through teaching, and instilling confidence by highlighting your natural assets, in an authentic manner.
What has been the most important lesson you’ve learned along your journey?
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned on my journey as an immigrant and entrepreneur is the power of perseverance and continuous learning and self-improvement. Starting with nothing, I embraced every opportunity to learn and grow, understanding that success is built on a foundation of hard work, dedication, and resilience. My motto, “learn all I can and continue to grow and improve myself, for my family and my patients,” has guided me through many challenges and also, triumphs. This unwavering commitment to personal growth and integrity has transformed my dreams into reality, proving that with determination and a steadfast focus, anything is possible.
Pricing:
- Wrinkle reduction with botox-$500-$1200
- Nosejob- $8000-$15,000
- Jaw contour and chin implant $4000-$8,000
- Upper and lower eyelid surgery $8000-$10,000
- Facelift- lower face vs. full face $9000-$20,000
Contact Info:
- Website: https://drdianaponsky.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dianaponsky/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDPonsky
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrDianaPonsky
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/ponsky-facial-plastic-surgery-beachwood
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@drdianaponsky
