TransMedia Retained To Sculpt An International Image For Renowned Plastic Surgeon Dr. Arthur Handal PR Newswire -- January 13, 2003 BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 13/PRNewswire/ -- Handal Plastic Surgery announced today that it has retained the TransMedia Group to highlight the accomplishments and unique talents of Dr. Arthur G. Handal, who has earned a reputation as one of the top plastic surgeons in the United States for his natural-looking results and repairing work performed by other plastic surgeons. "We have found a jewel in the rough in Boca Raton," said Mark Hopkinson, TransMedia's President. "Dr. Handal has attracted patients from as far as Saudi Arabia and as discriminating as major corporate CEOs looking for his special touch. His reputation has spread among those who want cosmetic surgery, but don't want others to know about it." For more than 20 years, Handal has been in private practice, providing his patients with the latest technological advances in cosmetic surgery. His state-of-the art Handal Medical Centre is one of the few state-licensed ambulatory surgery centers in South Florida. "Our goal is to provide our patients with exceptional care, comfort and safety," Handal said. "Everything we do, from staying abreast of the latest groundbreaking techniques and procedures to having a board-certified anesthesiologist on staff, is specifically for our patients' convenience and security. A satisfied patient is the best result we hope to achieve." Handal is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Southeast Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the Palm Beach Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, the Florida Medical Association and other professional organizations. Established in 1982, TransMedia is a full-service public relations and marketing firm serving clients worldwide. Specialty areas include retail, consumer products, technology, health and medical, beauty and fashion, and the firm is noted for its corporate image building campaigns, financial PR and crisis management. Over the years, TransMedia has won numerous awards, including a Bronze Anvil from the Public Relations Society of America. TransMedia's publicists speak many languages, including Hebrew, Spanish and Italian. CONTACT: Angel Streeter of TransMedia Group, +1-561-750-9800, ext. 21, or AStreeter@transmediagroup.com