Mary Ellen Firat, MD

With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Mary Ellen Firat is a board-certified anesthesiologist dedicated to delivering safe, personalized anesthesia care for every patient at Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery and Beleza Surgery Center.

Our Trusted Anesthesiologist

Originally from Auburn, Alabama, Dr. Firat earned her undergraduate degree from Loyola University in New Orleans before receiving her medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. She moved to Houston in 1999 for her anesthesia residency at UT Houston and has proudly called the city home ever since.

A Dream Career Rooted in Patient Care

Dr. Firat always knew she wanted to specialize in anesthesia for aesthetic plastic surgery. She finds joy in seeing patients transform and considers it her dream job to work in a setting where people are excited, healthy, and eager to begin their journey. She leads all anesthesia services at our state-licensed ambulatory surgery center, ensuring each patient receives individualized, high-quality care.

Putting You at Ease

With thousands of procedures performed alongside Dr. Basu, Dr. Firat brings a calm, compassionate presence to every surgery. She stays with patients from start to finish—pre-op through recovery—using advanced techniques to minimize pain, nausea, and anxiety.

Known for her personal approach, she welcomes questions and often speaks with patients or their families in advance, ensuring each person feels informed, supported, and truly cared for. Her unwavering focus on safety and comfort sets the tone for a smooth, stress-free experience.

Life Outside the OR

When she’s not in surgery, Dr. Firat enjoys relaxing with her husband and their four beloved pets on their two-acre property. She’s an avid reader who prefers turning the pages of a real book, and she loves spending quiet evenings at home after a rewarding day caring for patients.

Listen to Dr. Firat on Our Podcast Behind the Double Doors

In the Behind the Double Doors episode “Is Anesthesia Dangerous?”, Dr. Mary Ellen Firat addresses the top concerns patients have about anesthesia—from safety and intraoperative awareness to managing post-op nausea. Drawing on decades of experience and thousands of cases, she shares what happens behind the scenes and why personalized, continuous care at Beleza Surgery Center matters.

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