Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe, also known as Dr. Roxy, is a former plastic surgeon and medical spa consultant who gained fame and controversy for her social media presence. She was known for livestreaming her patient operations on TikTok and other platforms, as well as posting videos of herself dancing in her scrubs and showing off her cosmetic procedures.
However, her online popularity came at a cost, as she faced several allegations of malpractice, negligence, and ethical violations from her patients and the medical board. In July 2023, she had her Ohio medical license revoked permanently, ending her career as a plastic surgeon.
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe Bio/Wiki
| Name | Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Dr. Roxy |
| Date of birth | 1982 (age: 41 years, as of 2023 |
| Place of birth | San Diego, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Psychology from Southern Methodist University, Doctor of Medicine from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Plastic Surgery Residency at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship at Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute |
| Occupation | Former plastic surgeon and medical spa consultant |
| License status | Revoked by the State Medical Board of Ohio in July 2023 |
| Social media accounts | Linkedin- @roxannegrawe Instagram- Will Update Homepage- Sagalnews |
Parents, Birthday and Education
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe was born in 1982 (age: 41 years, as of 2023), in Columbus, Ohio. She is the daughter of Dr. Robert Grawe, a dentist, and Roxanne Grawe, a nurse. She has two brothers, Ryan and Robert Jr., who are also dentists. She attended Upper Arlington High School, where she was a cheerleader and a member of the National Honor Society. She graduated in 2000 and enrolled at Ohio State University, where she majored in biology and minored in Spanish.
She graduated summa cum laude in 2004 and was accepted into the Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed her medical degree in 2008 and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She then pursued a six-year residency in plastic surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.
She trained under some of the most renowned plastic surgeons in the country, such as Dr. Rod Rohrich and Dr. Sam Hamra. She also completed a fellowship in aesthetic surgery at the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute in 2014. She became board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in 2015.
Career and Social Media Fame
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe returned to Ohio in 2014 and joined her father’s dental practice, Grawe Family Dental, as a plastic surgeon. She also opened her own medical spa, ROXY Plastic Surgery, in Powell, Ohio, where she offered a variety of cosmetic procedures, such as breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tuck, Brazilian butt lift, facelift, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, botox, fillers, and laser treatments.
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She claimed to have performed over 3,600 procedures and had more than 51,000 satisfied clients. She also boasted of having a 5-star rating on RealSelf, a website that reviews plastic surgeons and their work.
Dr. Roxy was not only a successful plastic surgeon but also a social media sensation. She started posting videos of her surgeries and her personal life on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat in 2018. She used the handle @drroxyplasticsurgery and amassed over 800,000 followers on TikTok alone. She also had a podcast called “The Dr. Roxy Show”, where she discussed various topics related to plastic surgery and beauty.
She said that her goal was to educate and entertain her audience, as well as to promote her business and brand. She often interacted with her fans and answered their questions during her livestreams. She also showcased her own cosmetic enhancements, such as her breast implants, lip fillers, and botox injections. She was known for her catchy slogans, such as “Snatched by Roxy” and “Roxyfied”.
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe social media fame earned her several accolades and opportunities. She was featured in several magazines, such as NewBeauty, Columbus Monthly, and Columbus CEO. She was also invited to speak at various events and conferences, such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, the Aesthetic Show, and the Aesthetic Next. She was also nominated for the Best of Columbus Awards in 2019 and 2020 and won the Best Plastic Surgeon category in 2020.
Height, Weight
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (167 cm)
- Weight: 130 lbs (59 kg)
- Eye color: Blue
- Body measurements: 34-24-35 inches (86-61-89 cm)
- Skin color: Fair
- Hair color: Blonde
Controversies and License Revocation
However, Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe’s social media fame also brought her a lot of criticism and scrutiny. She was accused of violating patient privacy and ethics by sharing their photos and videos without their consent or proper masking.
She was also accused of performing unnecessary and risky procedures, such as combining multiple surgeries in one session, using general anesthesia in her office instead of a hospital, and operating on patients who were not good candidates for surgery. She was also accused of neglecting her patients’ post-operative care and follow-up, as well as ignoring their complaints and complications.
Some of her patients reported devastating outcomes and filed lawsuits against her. One patient, who had a tummy tuck and liposuction in 2019, developed severe abdominal pain and infection the next day. She had to undergo multiple surgeries to repair the damage caused by Dr. Roxy, who had perforated her intestine during the procedure. Another patient, who had a Brazilian butt lift and liposuction in 2020, suffered from fat necrosis, skin loss, and scarring.
She had to have skin grafts and wound care to heal her wounds. A third patient, who had a breast augmentation and liposuction in 2020, experienced severe bleeding and hematoma. She had to have emergency surgery to remove the implants and stop the bleeding.
The State Medical Board of Ohio investigated Dr. Roxy’s practice and found several violations of the standards of care. The board issued her two letters of reprimand in 2018 and 2021 and advised her to take courses on ethics, professionalism, and social media. However, she did not comply with the board’s recommendations and continued to livestream her surgeries until October 2022.
The board then summarily suspended her license in November 2022, stating that her continued practice presented a danger of immediate and serious harm to the public. Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe appealed the suspension and requested a hearing before the board. She denied any wrongdoing and claimed that she had the consent of her patients and that she followed the safety protocols. She also said that she used social media to educate and empower her audience and that she did not let her online persona affect her clinical judgment.
However, the board was not convinced by Dr. Katherine’s defense and voted to permanently revoke her license on July 13, 2023. The board also fined her $4,500 for her violations. The board’s spokesperson, Jerica Stewart, said that Dr. Roxy “no longer be able to practice medicine in the state of Ohio”.
Her attorney, James Arnold, said that they were disappointed by the board’s decision and that they would appeal it in court.
Married Life
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe was married to Dr. Scott Hoyer, an orthopedic surgeon, since 2008. They had three children together, two sons and a daughter. They lived in a luxurious mansion in Dublin, Ohio, which they bought for $1.8 million in 2017. They also owned several cars, including a Tesla, a Range Rover, and a Porsche.
Dr. Roxy’s personal life was also affected by her license revocation and media attention. She said that her husband left her due to the stress of the situation and that her children were harassed at school. She also said that she received death threats and hate messages from online trolls. She made her social media accounts private and deleted most of her videos. She also stopped posting new content and podcasts. She said that she was depressed and suicidal and that she sought professional help and support from her family and friends.
Dr. Katherine Roxanne Grawe’s current whereabouts and activities are unknown. She has not made any public statements or appearances since her license revocation. She has also not revealed her plans for the future, whether she will pursue another career or move to another state or country. She remains a controversial figure in the plastic surgery industry and the social media world, as some people still admire her for her skills and charisma, while others condemn her for her mistakes and misconduct.
Net Worth
| Year | Estimated Net Worth |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $2.6 million |
| 2022 | $2.4 million |
| 2023 | $2.2 million |
