Obstetrical Practice
Dr. Novoa's interests include the management of teen and high risk pregnancies and he specializes in high-risk deliveries such as Trial of Labor After Cesarean Section (TOLAC) / Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section (VBAC) and Twin Vaginal Delivery.
He is one of the few doctors in the El Paso area who encourages Trial of Labor Ater Cesarean Section (TOLAC) / Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Section (VBAC) and previous Cesarean Section x2.
Gynecology Practice
Dr. Novoa is trained in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, as well as, in-office and outpatient procedures for the diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence, abnormal vaginal bleeding and abnormal PaP smears.
He also specializes in pelvic reconstructive surgery for the treatment of vaginal and uterine prolapse and procidentia, as well as, Cosmetic Gynecology. Currently, he offers the unique surgery known as Virginal Size Restoration surgery (VSRS).
He has performed hundreds of vaginal and vulvar modifications following vaginal delivery, which has placed him in an small group of reconstructive pelvic surgeons and cosmetic gynecologists.
Cosmetic Practice
In 2003, Dr. Novoa expanded his practice to include cosmetic procedures and is currently the only Cosmetic OB/GYN in the El Paso area providing services to include Cosmetic Surgery, Reproductive Health, Sexual Medicine and Obstetrics/Gynecology and AWAKE procedures as well as primary care services and high-risk obstetrical care to include Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section (VBAC) and Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section x2 (VBA2C).
As a Cosmetic OB/GYN Dr. Novoa practices a multi-disciplinary "Minimally Invasive Surgery" approach to the management of women's health care. The philosophy of Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) is fundamentally based on the practice of medical techniques that prevent surgery, and, when surgery is necessary, it is the practice of surgical techniques that minimize scarring and shorten the period of postoperative recovery. It promotes the completion of surgical procedures in an office-based setting which is safer, less expensive, and less invasive as compared to the same procedure under general anesthesia in a hospital setting.
As such, Dr. Novoa is an expert in fully conscious or AWAKE anesthesia and routinely performs OBGYN and Cosmetic surgery without the need for IV sedation or General Anesthesia in his Level III Office Based Surgical Center.
Dr. Novoa uses AWAKE anesthesia for more advanced cosmetic surgeries such as Cesarean Section scar revision, Breast Augmentation, Liposuction, Lipoabdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Fat Transfer Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) and Vaginal Esthetic Surgery (Labiaplasty, Clitoral Hood Reduction, Hymenoplasty, Labial Fat Transfer, Vaginal Rejuvenation and Virginal Size Restoration Surgery).
Certifications
Dr. Novoa is certified in the following areas:
Surgical Certifications
- AWAKE Abdominoplasty
- AWAKE Brazilian Butt Lift
- AWAKE Breast Augmentation
- AWAKE Lipoabdominoplasty
- AWAKE Liposuction
- AWAKE Vaginal Rejuvenation
- Clitoral Hood Reduction
- Clitoral Projection Reduction
- G-Spot Amplification
- Hymenoplasty
- Labia Augmentation (Labial Puff)
- Labiaplasty (Minora and Majora)
- Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery
- Monsplasty
- Perineoplasty
- AWAKE Cellulite Reduction
- American Medical Systems
- Monarc Subfascial Hammock
- MiniArc Single-Incision Sling
- Perigee
- Apogee
Cosmetic Certifications
- Allergan
- BOTOX®
- JUVÉDERM®
- JUVÉDERM® Voluma®
- BioForm Medical
- Radiesse filler
- Candela
- GentleYag and GentleLase Laser Systems
- SmoothPeel Laser System
- Diomed
- EVLT Non-surgical Endovenous Laser Treatment System
- Galderma
- Medicis
- Restylane and Perlane fillers
- McCue
- GUltra VPL System
- OrthoNeutrogena Aesthetics
- Evolence filler
- Palomar
- Starlux 500 Laser
- IPL systems (including the 1064, 1540, the Lux G, Y, R and V handsets)
- Sculptra®
Current Positions
Dr. Novoa currently holds the following positions:
President
President
Medical Director
Board of Managers
Committee Member
Previous Positions
Dr. Novoa held the following positions:
Vice-Chair
Department of OB/GYN
Del Sol Medical Center
Vice-Chair
Department of OB/GYN
Sierra Medical Center
Medical Director
First Choice OB/GYN Associates, P.A.
Medical Director
First Choice Physician Associates, P.A.
Medical Director
Preferred Teen Center (Thomason Annex Building)
Medical Director
Continuing Medical Education
Del Sol Medical Center
Medical Associations
Dr. Novoa is a member of the following medical associations:
The AACS is comprised of over 1,600 members who pursue educational and training opportunities in cosmetic surgery to ensure consistently high quality patient care. From live surgery workshops to their Annual Scientific Meeting, the AACS is the most trusted resource for patient safety through cosmetic surgery education.
The ISCG is the world's first & largest association of specialists in female aesthetics which promotes the advancement of knowledge, skill and excellence in female cosmetic medicine and surgery through education, training and fellowship.
The ASCBS is a group of medical professionals which helps each other provide the highest possible quality of care to women who wish to have cosmetic breast surgery. This is done through training, education, research and the interchange of ideas.
Attending Privileges
Dr. Novoa has Obstretical and Gynecological privileges at the following hospitals:
** Dr. Novoa has privileges at Las Palmas and Del Sol. However, due to the complexity of some of the vaginal deliveries that he manages (including VBAC and VBA2C), he only delivers at Sierra Medical Center.
Education
Dr. Novoa's education history is listed below:
College
- University of Maryland Baltimore County: 1986-1987
- University of Maryland University College: 1988
- Frederick Community College: 1988
- Graduated with Honors
Medical School
- Meharry Medical College: 1990-1994
- Honor Graduate
Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center: 1995-1999
- Submitted Medical Residency Award Paper: "Risk Assessment of Uterine Rupture During Trial of Labor: Evaluation of a VBAC Scoring System."
Military Service
Dr. Novoa's military history is listed below:
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
- 300-91A10 - Medical Specialist
- Basic Training: Fort Bliss, Texas: 3/87
- Nominated Soldier of Cycle
- Basic Training: Fort Bliss, Texas: 3/87
Advanced Individual Training
- Fort Sam Houston, Texas: 5/87
- Nominated Soldier of Cycle
- Distinguished Honor Graduate of Class
Maryland Army National Guard: 4/89
- 91A10 Medical Specialist
- 104th Medical Battalion, Catonsville, Maryland
Reserved Officer Training Course (ROTC): 4/89-4/91
- Johns Hopkins University
Permanent Station
- Fort Detrick, Maryland: 7/87-3/89
- Honor Graduate Desert Training Course:
- Army Training Evaluation Program (ARTEP): Dragon Summit
- Letter of Commendation
- Technician in Department of Experimental Pathology, Electron Microscopy at the United Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID)
- Human Volunteer for Experimental Vaccine Protocols
- Tularemia
- Chikungunya
- Continued Army Medical Education
- Medical NCO Preparatory MOS 91B30: 8/1/88
- Additional Decorations, Medals and Ribbons
- Good Conduct Medal
- M16 Rifle Qualification Badge (Expert)
- Hand Grenade Qualification
- Honorable Discharge 3/3/89
- Honor Graduate Desert Training Course:
Publications
Dr. Novoa's publications are below:
Tumescent Anesthetic Breast Surgery (TABS):
- Am J Cosmet Surg. 2012: 29: 233-242
Aesthetic Surgery of the Breast released 2015:
- Breast Augmentation Surgery in an Office-Based Surgical Center, Pages 107-119
- The Use of High-Profile and Extra-High-Profile Implants in Ptotic Breasts as an Alternative to Staged Augmentation/Mastopexy, Pages 739-763
Liposuction: Principles and Practice released 2016:
- Pages 75-86
Essureal Journey. Concepts, Concerns and Considerations for Hysteroscopic Sterilization released 2016:
- Concerns regarding Polyethylene Terephthalate in Women's Health, pages 141-160
Medical Consulting
Dr. Novoa provides his medical consulting expertise to a variety of organizations, collaborating closely with the following groups.
Essure Problems Forum, Facebook
Primary Medical Consultant
Unglesby and Williams Law firm
Medical Consultant
Guest Lecturer / Moderator
Dr. Novoa had the honor of serving as a Guest Lecturer/Moderator at several esteemed events, where he shared his insights and expertise with attendees.
ISCG 2022 World Congress of Cosmetic Gyn and Body Contouring
March 17-19, 2022: Cosmetic GYN and Body Contouring.
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) Annual Scientific Meeting
January 29, 2021: AACS Masters Session: Serial Tumescent Anesthetic Breast Surgery in an Underweight Female Patient.
11th Annual World Congress of ISCG
January 29, 2018: Gynecomastia: Breast Liposuction versus Bulk Breast Tissue Removal Under Tumescent Anesthesia.
10th Annual World Congress of ISCG
February 7, 2017: Breast implants placement in a transgender female using local tumescent anesthesia.
9th Annual World Congress of ISCG
January 12, 2016: The management of post operative Cesarean section pain using tumescent with lidocaine and ropivacaine
8th Annual World Congress of ISCG
January 15, 2015: Moderator - American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 31st Annual Scientific Meeting
7th Annual World Congress of ISCG
January 14, 2014: Moderator - Taking tumescent anesthesia beyond cosmetic surgery. Its use in conventional OB/GYN surgery
Tumescent Anesthetic Breast Surgery (TABS)
January, 2012: 28th Annual Scientific Meeting, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
January, 2012: Fifth Annual World Conference of the International Society of Cosmetogynecology
January, 2012: 28th Annual American Society of Cosmetic Breast Surgery (ASCBS) Workshop
Cinematography
Dr. Novoa has made noteworthy appearances and participated in interviews in the following films.
The Bleeding Edge
July 27, 2018: Guest commentator - (Netflix documentary) by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering. Essure Permanent Sterilization System and Vaginal Meshes.