Get To Know Top Dallas, TX Surgeon
Dr. Clayton Frenzel
Dr. Clayton Frenzel is a uniquely qualified triple board certified surgeon, dual fellowship trained in both bariatric surgery and cosmetic plastic surgery—an accomplishment achieved by only a select few nationwide. As the only bariatric surgeon in the Dallas–Fort Worth area with this distinction, Dr. Frenzel is able to guide patients through a complete transformation journey, from pre-surgery preparation and bariatric surgery to post-weight loss cosmetic body contouring. His specialized expertise ensures a seamless, comprehensive approach to achieving life-changing results.
Doctor Frenzel is a kind hearted, intelligent & skilled surgeon who provided me with the care I needed to boost my overall confidence & self esteem. From preop to postop his bedside manner was like no other. Inspired with his ability to surgically operate on my abdomen! So very grateful for him!
Board Certification
Double Fellowship Trained Surgeon: Bariatric and Cosmetic Plastic Surgery
Triple Board Certified
Diplomate: American Board of Surgery
Diplomate: American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
Diplomate: American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Frenzel is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is a fellowship trained minimally invasive and bariatric surgeon. He has also completed an accredited fellowship in General Body and Facial Cosmetic Surgery and is board certified by The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, the only governing body that tests solely on competency in cosmetic surgery.
I love what I do. Every morning I wake up and realize I am a very lucky person. Each day I get to make a positive change in someone’s life, whether it be an improvement in their health through weight loss or an improved appearance. I look forward to each and every new patient experience.
Bariatric Procedures
Plastic Reconstructive Procedures
Surgical Training/Credentials
Fellowship – Fully Accredited Facial and Body Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship: 1 year, Accredited by The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Southern California. Completed over 600 major cosmetic/aesthetic plastic surgical procedures.
Fellowship – Fully Accredited Minimally Invasive/Bariatric Surgery Fellowship: 1 Year, The University of Connecticut/St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center. Completed over 400 major MIS/Bariatric surgeries and over 600 procedures.
Residency – General/Trauma Surgery 5 years: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Completed well over 1000 major abdominal, breast, vascular and thoracic surgeries.
Fellowship Trained- What does it mean?
A Fellowship is a formal training program for surgeons who want to specialize in a certain area of surgery. Surgeons enter fellowships after already finishing 5-7 years of general surgery training. These fellowships provide very intense and structured training. The surgeons who enter these programs are put through a strict set of requirements that they have to meet before they are allowed to graduate and receive their fellowship trained certification. Most fellowships are an additional 1-2 years of formal surgical training. Dr. Frenzel has completed two fully accredited fellowships, one in Minimally Invasive/Bariatric Surgery and another in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery.
Education
Surgical Training/Credentials
Fellowship – Fully Accredited Facial and Body Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship: 1 year, Accredited by The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, Southern California. Completed over 600 major cosmetic/aesthetic plastic surgical procedures.
Fellowship – Fully Accredited Minimally Invasive/Bariatric Surgery Fellowship: 1 Year, The University of Connecticut/St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center. Completed over 400 major MIS/Bariatric surgeries and over 600 procedures.
Residency – General/Trauma Surgery 5 years: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Completed well over 1000 major abdominal, breast, vascular and thoracic surgeries.
Research
Dr. Frenzel has been involved in numerous research projects, presenting his work to surgeons from around the world at many local, national and international conferences including The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, The American Hernia Society, The Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and The Connecticut chapter of The American College of Surgeons.
Community/Servanthood
Dr. Frenzel is deeply committed to giving back through regular participation in humanitarian and surgical mission trips to underserved communities around the world. He volunteers his time, expertise, and surgical skills to provide life-changing care to individuals who would otherwise go without access to treatment. Driven by a strong sense of purpose and compassion, Dr. Frenzel has performed thousands of operations across countries such as Ecuador, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Bolivia, and Belize—making a meaningful impact on countless lives and families.
