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October 2, 2003 Local Plastic Surgeon Aims to Help ‘Change the Face of Domestic Violence’
Dr. Louie L. Patseavouras to Contribute Portion of Proceeds to Clara House
GREENSBORO, NC — What do Botox Cosmetics treatments have to do with domestic violence? One local plastic surgeon is leveraging the popularity of Botox to help increase awareness of domestic violence and help its victims.
Honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Patseavouras Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery will donate to Clara House $50 for every Botox procedure performed during the month of October. A program of Family Service of the Piedmont, Clara House is Greensboro’s only shelter for domestic violence victims and their children.
“Botox Cosmetics is designed to enhance the appearance of individuals by eliminating lines and wrinkles. We thought that by donating a portion of proceeds to Clara House, we can also enhance the lives of people touched by domestic violence,” said Dr. Louie L. Patseavouras, director of the center.
Dr. Patseavouras is no stranger to the cause of domestic violence. He has been involved in a program called “Face to Face” sponsored by American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery since the mid-1990s. The program connects domestic violence victims who have suffered disfiguring facial trauma with plastic surgeons in their area for free reconstructive surgery.
This promotion is a continuation of the Patseavouras Center’s effort to shed light on the serious problem of domestic violence. It is estimated that one out of every four women will be abused by her partner in her lifetime.
Last year, Clara House provided a safe haven for 386 battered women and their children. In addition, 75% of clients who resided for at least 10 days at Clara House and Carpenter House—Family Service of the Piedmont’s battered women’s shelters in Greensboro and High Point—did not return to a violent living situation. This is almost twice the national average of 43%.
Family Service operates a 24-hour crisis line for victims of domestic violence and other violent crime in Guilford County. Those involved in an abusive relationship can call the crisis line at 273-7273 in Greensboro and 889-7273 in High Point. 
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