Dr. Ettelson specializes in cosmetic surgery procedures. Specific procedures include breast augmentation, breast lift, liposuction, tummy tuck, body contouring, facelift, eyelid surgery, and injectable fillers. He also has extensive experience in hand surgery, including carpal tunnel and nerve and tendon repair.

Dr. Ettelson received his medical degree from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He completed a general surgery residency and a plastic surgery residency at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis.

Dr. Ettelson is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of multiple specialty societies, including the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, the Missouri Association of Plastic Surgeons, the St. Louis Surgical Society, the St. Louis Metropolitan Medical Society, the Missouri State Medical Society, and the American Medical Association. He is also past president of the St. Louis Area of Plastic Surgeons.