33 Years of Board-Certified Aesthetic Excellence
Plastic Surgery Associates of Valdosta

Plastic Surgery
Our Surgical Procedures
Medspa Treatments
Our Non-Surgical TreatmentsWelcome to Plastic Surgery Associates of Valdosta
We are committed to excellence and to providing you with quality, courteous care and privacy. Patient safety guides every decision we make, and a genuine passion for helping people feel confident drives everything we do. From board-certified plastic surgery in Valdosta to advanced medspa treatments, our team-driven practice is here to help you look and feel your best.
Safety Before Everything
From board certification to our QUAD A-accredited surgical center and licensed providers, every part of our practice is built around doing things the right way.

The Full Spectrum of Options
Whether your goals call for surgery or a non-surgical approach, we'll help you find the treatment that makes the most sense.

Where People Come First
We believe great outcomes start with treating people well. You'll always be welcomed, listened to, and cared for by a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.


Board-certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Sonya J. Merriman
As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Valdosta, GA, Dr. Sonya J. Merriman brings more than three decades of surgical experience to every procedure she performs. She founded Plastic Surgery Associates of Valdosta in 1992 with a commitment to natural, balanced results and honest, patient-first care. Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Merriman leads an all-female team dedicated to safety, artistry, and genuine connection with every person who walks through our doors.

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member of the Distinguished American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Specialist in Procedures of the Face, Breast, and Body
Over 15,000 Procedures Performed and 32 Years of Experience
Five-Star RealSelf rating

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member of the Distinguished American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Specialist in Procedures of the Face, Breast, and Body
Over 15,000 Procedures Performed and 32 Years of Experience
Five-Star RealSelf rating
Our Team The caring team behind your results
Every member of our all-female team is here to make sure you feel safe, supported, and cared for throughout your entire experience.

Ashli Scruggs, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner & Senior Laser Practitioner

Baylee Sims
Licensed Aesthetician & Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

Morgan Swader
Licensed Aesthetician & Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

Eliza Bennett
Licensed Aesthetician & Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

Pam Chaney, RN-BSN
Registered Nurse

Karen Douglas, CST-C
Certified Surgical Technologist

Katie Harper
Patient Care Coordinator

Kelly Herring, RN-BSN
Registered Nurse

Taylor Land
Patient Care Coordinator

Meredith Adams, CRNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Renee Driver
Practice Administrator

Jenni Holt
Patient Services Representative

Bridget Barrera
Social Media Specialist

Kristie Wiggins
Medical Assistant

Vicky Merriman
Patient Services


Being beautiful in your 20s
In your 20s, plastic surgery is rarely about turning back time. Most patients want to refine a feature they've considered since their teenage years or address a concern that diet and exercise have never fully resolved. Popular options include rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, and laser hair removal, each chosen to celebrate, not overpower, your natural beauty.
Common Procedures by Decade
Being beautiful in your 30s
Your 30s often bring new priorities, especially if you have children. Patients this age typically want to restore what pregnancy and breastfeeding changed about their bodies while keeping their results looking completely natural. Mommy makeovers, breast lifts, and body contouring treatments are common choices for restoring pre-pregnancy confidence.
Common Procedures by Decade
Being beautiful in your 40s
By your 40s, early signs of volume loss and fine lines often appear around the eyes and cheeks. Many patients begin pairing surgical interventions with non-surgical treatments for a more complete, cohesive result. Eyelid surgery, injectables, and skin resurfacing treatments are popular ways to address these early changes.
Common Procedures by Decade
Being beautiful in your 50s
Your 50s frequently bring more noticeable changes to the jawline, neck, and midsection. Patients this age often want a refreshed, rested look rather than a dramatically different one. Facelifts, neck lifts, and tummy tucks are among the most requested procedures during this decade.
Common Procedures by DecadePlastic Surgery A refined approach to plastic surgery
With PSAV, undergoing plastic surgery in Valdosta, GA, means more than receiving a single procedure. Here, we build a personalized plan tailored to your unique aesthetic goals, anatomy, and aging patterns. Every surgery is performed by our board-certified plastic surgeon in Valdosta, GA, Dr. Sonya Merriman, inside our own QUAD A-accredited surgical suite. Whether you're exploring facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, or body contouring, our approach favors natural, proportional results over dramatic change, so you leave feeling like yourself, only more confident and comfortable.
Face Procedures

From facelifts to eyelid surgery, our facial procedures restore youthful definition and balance while preserving your natural features and expression.
Breast Procedures

Our breast procedures, including augmentation, lifts, and reduction, are individually tailored to enhance shape, symmetry, and confidence for every stage of life.
Body Procedures

Here, our body procedures reshape and refine the figure, from tummy tucks to body lifts, helping you achieve results that reflect your hard work.
Med Spa
The Aesthetic Center Medspa is a premier medical spa in Valdosta, Georgia helmed by Dr. Sonya Merriman. Using the latest innovations in non-invasive cosmetic treatments, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Merriman, and her team can assist in handling any aspect of non surgical cosmetic care including reducing wrinkles, skin tightening, and advanced skin care treatment. Our primary goal at the Aesthetic Center Med Spa is helping you to love the way you look.


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Our Patients Own Words
4.9 stars from 276 Google reviews
Very professional. Excellent care!
Very professional. Excellent care! 1 to 10 rating, I would give this entire staff and Dr. Merriman a 10, hands down. We live 2 hours away, but coming here was the best decision....
Very professional. Excellent care! 1 to 10 rating, I would give this entire staff and Dr. Merriman a 10, hands down. We live 2 hours away, but coming here was the best decision. I am very pleased with my results.
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Absolutely LOVE this place!!
Absolutely LOVE this place!! I’ve been coming here for over 10 years and recently moved to Tallahassee, Florida. However, that still does not stop me from seeing Dr. Merriman. T...
Absolutely LOVE this place!! I’ve been coming here for over 10 years and recently moved to Tallahassee, Florida. However, that still does not stop me from seeing Dr. Merriman. The entire staff is also absolutely professional, very thorough, and extremely warming so much so that it literally feels like a family. And you don’t get that very many places, so I will forever continue to come here and only here. And highly recommended !!!
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The staff was unbelievable, and Dr. Merriman was fantastic.
Having never been to a plastic surgeon before, I had no idea what to expect. I cannot express enough how impressed I was with the treatment I received. I was made to feel comfor...
Having never been to a plastic surgeon before, I had no idea what to expect. I cannot express enough how impressed I was with the treatment I received. I was made to feel comfortable the minute I walked in the door. The staff was unbelievable, and Dr. Merriman was fantastic. I was made to feel as if I had known them my entire life. The reason I give a 5-star rating is because I don't see a 10-star rating. lol. Thank you, ladies, so much for the service you provide and the manner in which you provide care.
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Honestly can not say enough good things about this office.
Honestly can not say enough good things about this office. The entire staff is welcoming & warm. I never feel self-conscious about anything, nor have I ever been made to fee...
Honestly can not say enough good things about this office. The entire staff is welcoming & warm. I never feel self-conscious about anything, nor have I ever been made to feel afraid about asking questions. I literally drive 1.5 hours from home to see Pam, Ashli & Melanie for all my treatments. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!!
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I am very pleased with the results!!
I have been very pleased with all the services I receive at Sonya Merriman; everyone is so friendly and professional. I have had a light chemical peel, microneedling, and hydraf...
I have been very pleased with all the services I receive at Sonya Merriman; everyone is so friendly and professional. I have had a light chemical peel, microneedling, and hydrafacial by Amy, who is fantastic. She is extremely knowledgeable and provides suggestions to get the results I want without making me feel pressured or uncomfortable. I am very pleased with the results!!
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I had a great experience with my procedure!!!
I had a great experience with my procedure!!! This clinic loves its patients! The compassion that is shown is awesome! 🤩 Yes, indeed, I will be back! Excellent professionalism,...
I had a great experience with my procedure!!! This clinic loves its patients! The compassion that is shown is awesome! 🤩 Yes, indeed, I will be back! Excellent professionalism, dedication to patients, and you feel well taken care of from the first to the finish!
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Highly recommend Mrs. Sonya Merriman’s office.
Highly recommend Mrs. Sonya Merriman’s office. I had my breast augmentation done a couple of days ago, and I couldn’t ask for a better experience than the one I had! Everyone in...
Highly recommend Mrs. Sonya Merriman’s office. I had my breast augmentation done a couple of days ago, and I couldn’t ask for a better experience than the one I had! Everyone in the office is absolutely fantastic, definitely feel like family once you leave. Liz was great at going over everything with me before my consultation. Dr. Sonya came in and talked to me for a good 20 minutes and explained to me the different implants, what she would do, etc., asked for her opinion on my size, and I felt completely comfortable!! Kelley was my nurse, and she was great!! She helped answer any questions my husband and I had before I went back. Also, Dr. Sonya’s husband was the anesthesiologist and was so kind! He’s the last person I remember talking to before I was out, haha. I love how they call and check on you after your surgery, and if there is anything you may need. My recovery so far has been absolutely amazing, and I couldn’t have done without their support and instructions on what to do after surgery. I highly recommend their office for everything ❤️ definitely will be back!
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I highly recommend their office.
I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to get my procedure done with Dr. Merriman. I had breast augmentation six months ago (lift and implants). Initially, I felt appr...
I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to get my procedure done with Dr. Merriman. I had breast augmentation six months ago (lift and implants). Initially, I felt apprehensive about the process. Fear of the unknown, I suppose. But at Valdosta Plastic Surgery, the process was laid out step-by-step. Everyone was kind, helpful, and made sure I received answers to any questions I may have. From the start, there were no surprises about costs or timelines. That was laid out nicely for me in the initial callback I received in response to my online consultation request. Dr. Merriman was sure to tell me about the risks and took the time during the initial office consultation to listen/look at my desired outcome. Again and again, I was reminded that if I had any questions, then I could reach out to Dr. Merriman directly after the surgery. They made me feel so comfortable that I reached out two times to ask a question. I received immediate responses. In the end, recovery was a piece of cake. Though Dr. Merriman will tell you that it is different for everyone. I thought the instructions I received for managing the recovery were spot on. It has now been 6 months since the surgery, and the outcome is better than everything I had hoped for. They are symmetrical, even, I have feelings in both nipples, and the size is exactly what I had hoped for. Interestingly, she used one size bigger than what was initially considered. I attribute that to Dr. Merriman's keen eye for aesthetics and high level of experience. She had seen what outcome I had envisioned, and during surgery, she fit me with the right size to achieve the look that I was hoping for. I am so glad that I decided on Valdosta Plastic Surgery. I highly recommend their office. I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to get my procedure done with Dr. Merriman.
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Baylee is amazing and very thorough with her work.
Baylee is amazing and very thorough with her work. I couldn’t have asked for a better aesthetician. And Mrs. Carolyn is such a sweetheart, always makes me feel welcomed & co...
Baylee is amazing and very thorough with her work. I couldn’t have asked for a better aesthetician. And Mrs. Carolyn is such a sweetheart, always makes me feel welcomed & comfortable as soon as I walk in those doors. (The entire staff here makes you feel safe.) Although I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Merriman, she has a wonderful team & establishment built. I look forward to coming back every time and will 100% come here for any future work I plan on having done! ❤️❤️❤️
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I will never go anywhere else.
I will never go anywhere else. The staff at Plastic Surgery Associates make sure all of your needs are met and go above and beyond! I’ve never had a bad experience, and I know I...
I will never go anywhere else. The staff at Plastic Surgery Associates make sure all of your needs are met and go above and beyond! I’ve never had a bad experience, and I know I never will. They truly want to know their customers!
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