Who we are
The Plastic Surgery Clinic is a small, purpose-built practice centered on precision, thoughtful care, and the belief that every patient deserves to be seen, heard, and treated with respect. We approach surgery the same way we approach people: with discipline, humility, and an unwavering commitment to doing things the right way.
Our work combines surgical craftsmanship with clear communication and meticulous preparation. We spend time understanding each person’s goals, examining every detail, and designing plans that favor long-term function, natural form, and honest results. Nothing is rushed. Every decision has a reason behind it.
Our team is close-knit and highly trained, united by a shared philosophy: kindness, competence, and consistency matter. Whether a patient comes to us for reconstruction, hand surgery, or aesthetic procedures, we provide the same level of attention and respect. We believe access, dignity, and excellent care should be the standard and not a privilege.
We are building a lean, modern practice designed around the patient experience: clear communication, streamlined systems, and a calm environment where you can feel confident in the hands guiding you. Above all, we aim to help people feel whole, capable, and restored — inside and out.
Jay Songcharoen, MD
Dr. Jay Songcharoen is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with fellowship training in hand surgery. He is the founder of The Plastic Surgery Clinic, a modern, patient-centered practice built on the principles of purpose, integrity, and authenticity.
Raised in Mississippi as an American-born Thai-Chinese, Dr. Songcharoen grew up in a family of physicians who modeled discipline, compassion, and lifelong dedication to medicine. After graduating from St. Andrew’s Episcopal School, he studied Physics and Mathematics at Vanderbilt University, earned his Master of Medical Science from Mississippi College, and completed both his medical education, Plastic Surgery residency and Hand Surgery fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Dr. Songcharoen approaches surgery as both science and art — a pursuit of restoration and balance between form and function, not only in the physical sense but also in how patients feel within themselves. Whether reconstructing complex injuries or performing aesthetic procedures, his goal is to help each person move, live, and see themselves with greater ease and confidence. His patients value his honesty, calm presence, and the depth of thought he brings to every decision.
The Plastic Surgery Clinic was created to offer more than surgical outcomes — it represents a complete care experience. Every touchpoint, from the environment to the team interaction, reflects the same guiding philosophy: patients should feel seen, understood, and cared for at every stage. The practice is built on systems and values that ensure consistency, empathy, and excellence.
Outside of surgery, Dr. Songcharoen is a devoted husband to Dr. Sharon Hong, a rheumatologist, and father to two children, Lincoln and Skye. He is also a lifelong student of craft, drawn to music, cooking, cars, and photography — pursuits that mirror his fascination with design, detail, and the relationship between structure and emotion.
Dr. Songcharoen’s guiding philosophy is simple: purpose in work, integrity in action, and authenticity in care.
Courtney Newsome, PA-C
Courtney Newsome, PA-C, serves as the clinical and surgical partner to Dr. Jay Songcharoen at The Plastic Surgery Clinic. A Pennsylvania native who grew up in Mississippi, Courtney combines her deep Southern roots with a calm, thoughtful approach that embodies the clinic’s values of purpose, integrity, and authenticity.
A graduate of the University of Mississippi and the Physician Assistant Program at Mississippi College, Courtney is board-certified by the NCCPA. Her expertise spans both the clinic and the operating room — assisting in surgery, managing postoperative care, and providing advanced injectable treatments with an eye for natural, balanced results.
Known for her precision, empathy, and attention to detail, Courtney ensures every patient feels heard, supported, and cared for throughout their journey. She is deeply involved in shaping the clinic’s evolving systems of care, education, and innovation — helping to define an experience that is cohesive, consistent, and distinctly personal.