Let me first start out with I was originally a patient of Dr. Pousti. I cannot believe Dr. Pousti…read moresold his clientelle to Dr. Chou. I'm embarrassed to say I had 5 procedures with Dr. Chou in a matter of 1 yr 1/2 time span and with every procedure there was complications after. It seems like he was initially trying to help but I honestly don't think he's capable of good results. In March of 2022 my 1st surgery with Dr. Chou I developed a capsular contracture within a month. June of 2022 under local did a steroid shot and scrapped scar tissue, this did nothing. Felt like my boob went even higher after that. 2nd surgery was November 2022 changed out right breast implant only, did steroid shot along with a mesh fish skin internal bra and stem cell injection. My boob bottomed out almost immediately afterward. So I went from one boob normal and the other boob really high to super low. I tried to disguise my unevenness for over a year. I thought my body was rejecting the implant so I chose to explant. April 2023 was my explant with capsulectomy. He could not do a lift at the time because my skin was so thin, creapy and I was left with big creases in my flat chest (could fit three fingers inside crease of my boob) I was completely devastated. In July 2023 my 4th surgery I had a lift with fat transfer and I specifically said if I do lipo I want to do the J Plasma type lipo. I don't find out until a week later they he did regular lipo because he said my skin was tighting that I didn't need it. It was very disturbing that a Dr. made a decision with out my consent while I was under. He could have called my husband but didn't. He did end up reimbursing me back for the J Plasma upgrade. After this surgery my breasts were still deformed and asymmetric. None of the fat from the fat transfer stayed. I had what felt like a stone of scar tissue on right boob which was a sermona. During this time these problems really affected my self confidence. For 2 years it was not a good outcome and felt like I was still masking the problem. During the time from my very 1st surgery to my last with Dr Chou I went in prob over 80 times to get ultrasound treatments on boob and I have to say the only thing good about this office is that the girls are nice. I decided not to give up on myself and explore other doctors after all the procedures with Dr. Chou. I didn't want one doctors failure to discourage me. I got another fat transfer in April 2024 with a new Doctor and now my boobs are even with no problems. Turns out I still had my capsules in my boobs which I thought they were taken out with my April 2023 explant ( I requested a few times after explant to see pictures and never recieved) and also had a detached pec muscle. My new dr said that as soon as he took capsules out my boobs released and dead fat from my previous fat transfer was stuck to the capsules along with a bunch of blue sutchers (not dissolvable) left inside of me. I do not recommend Dr. Chou.

I saw Dr. Chao for an explant & lift about 6 months ago and it had to have been one of the best…read moredecisions of my life. A little backstory - I had breast implants for about 12 years and truthfully after year 5 or so I started to feel they didn't look good, had gotten bigger, were not lifted anymore and just didn't suit my small frame. I went back to my original plastic surgeon about 2 years ago and told him I hated my breasts and was considering just removing them. He convinced me that all I needed was a lift and we could put a new implant in but that it wouldn't look good if I removed the implant entirely. So of course, I was convinced and went through with the surgery hoping and praying I'd love my new (smaller) breasts. Fast forward a few months, my breasts looked the EXACT same. They didn't look any smaller, the lift had barely done much and I just internally felt so defeated and depressed about it. I kept trying to convince myself this is just the body I have to deal with now but ultimately I was so unhappy. About 7 months ago, I researched new surgeons and found Dr. Chao. Upon meeting with him he actually LISTENED to what I had been through & what I actually wanted. He asked me to show him images of what I physically wanted my breasts to look like and that was that of a small B cup. He told me he completely understood and he WOULD get me to look exactly like my inspo photos. I felt so relieved and excited. He ended up removing the implants, capsule & did a lift. Immediately coming out of the surgery I remember waking up, looking down and terrified that it would look the same. When I looked down this time although swollen post surgery, I could have jumped with joy because they were significantly smaller. I couldn't believe it. Fast forward 6 months I now have the EXACT breasts I wanted - a small B cup. The breasts are actually lifted this time and look BETTER than when I had implants although the previous surgeon told me they would never look good. Long story short - I am so grateful for Dr. Chao who actually LISTENED to me and gave me exactly what I wanted. I've truly never been happier in my skin.

I searched for two years to find this amazing Doctor. Dr. Samagh and his team, Garrett PA and…read moreKristi who runs the office are absolutely amazing. I adore them all. They all made a very scary situation much easier. This was my second exact surgery and Dr. Samagh was kind and caring, and has such great bedside manner, something lacking in todays doctors. My surgery was so much easier than my first surgery two years ago, and my healing has been smoother with the help of both Garrett and Kristi's help. I would not hesitate ever turning to this group if you ever need surgery. They are at the top of game, and have new and innovative ways to get results that others don't. They specialize in areas where others really don't know what they are doing. Trust these people.

I attempted to see this provider and although I did not end up seeing him for a number of reasons,…read moreI will say that his scheduling/admin staff is incompetent. They are not rude, but they lack any sort of logic or practice coordination skills you would expect such as replying to emails, telling you critical things that you should know about the practice, returning phone calls, following up after saying they would, giving correct information about scheduling an appointment or basic insurance coordination. It is asinine any doctor would have office staff this poor and it reflects negatively on the provider. I wasted about a month trying to see him in no small part due to the incompetence and lack of professionalism of his staff.

First things first I am very pleased with the way everyone treated me at this surgical center…read more Especially nurse Dayan and Fatima. They make you feel comfortable not to be afraid to ask questions or extra assistance and always check up on you with anything you need. I had a male lipo, bbl, tummy tuck, and more. But the most important things is the made me recover with patience and ease. I am very happy with my results Dr. Guadalajara truly gave me what I asked for. Despite having high BP they were able to clear me and give me medicine before the surgery which has me 0 complications. I'm grateful I chose this place. Yes there are some negative reviews but mine was very much positive. Now I'm off to recovery home, I had a previous surgery here which is why I'm happy I went with them. Thank you Vive

came to Vive Surgical Center for my pre-op appointment the day before a scheduled facelift and…read moreended up canceling my surgery after being there in person. The staff were not friendly or reassuring at all. The overall vibe felt cold, robotic, and impersonal, which is the last thing you want when you're about to undergo a major cosmetic procedure. What really concerned me was being told I would not meet my doctor until the actual day of surgery. I was also receiving text messages with surgery instructions while I was literally sitting in the lobby, which made the whole process feel very disorganized and unsettling. Social media can be very deceiving, so I highly recommend visiting any facility in person before committing to surgery. When it comes to cosmetic procedures and your safety, trust your gut. I lost my deposit, but I'm still glad I walked away.

I got masseter botox by Dr Hess and it was the best experience I could have asked for…read more I've had bad experiences before at other med spas, but Dr Hess and his staff made me feel completely at ease. So I can say from experience, that the quality of the injector makes a huge difference. You definitely get what you pay for. Having a wide face has always been a complex of mine, and the masseter botox made my face slimmer, more proportional, and just snatched my face. I wanted results that are noticeable, but natural and that's exactly what I got. I highly recommend Dr Hess and his clinic, and I would never trust any one else with my face again.

A year ago I got sub fascial breast implants with Dr. Hess. His bedside manner is not only…read morespectacular but I feel genuine empathy and care from him. He was very down to earth and knowledgeable, took his time answering my questions and made sure we were going with the right surgical choices. As soon as I had the consultation I knew he was the right surgeon for me. Since having my procedure I have been very pleased with the symmetry of my breasts and overall appearance. I'm able to do all of my upper body exercises and my new breasts suit my frame very well. He was able to go off my inspiration photos and created a very similar result. Dr. Hess is not only a surgeon but an artist of his craft- he pays close attention to detail and is a perfectionist. His standard of care is unparalleled. I couldn't have asked for a better final result and a year later everything is going smoothly. I did miss my last follow up with him but I hope this review serves as a statement of confidence and satisfaction from a happy patient. For future surgical procedures I would feel very safe in his hands.

I have been going to Charlie Chen for 5 years and most recently for a hair transplant. He has 5…read morestars for a reason. His customer service, talent and kindness is unmatched. He texted me every morning for a week after my surgery, answering all my questions. He has changed my life. I am more confident and this has led to more opportunities in my career. At the end of the day, he is someone I trust and will continue to go back to.

I see Dr Kellie Satterfield at this office. To help correct a botched surgery from Eye Care if San…read moreDiego which left my right eye smaller than my left and blocked part of my right perineal vision. She's gentle, kind and capable. I highly recommend her.

I write many reviews on this, that, and the other thing. I always try to keep things in…read moreperspective when I review people or a place. If you are reading this, you are probably in need of a medical professional. I mean, nobody reads these for fun right? Six months ago I was taken to the ER . At 11 pm nurses came into my room to tell me I was going downstairs for emergency surgery and they would contact my wife. When I woke up next morning I had a hole in me as big as a coffee cup saucer. I also had colostomy bag attached to my waist. The surgeon that did the surgery on me, from what I understand now, probably saved my life. When the surgeon came in the next morning, he told me how close I was. He also assured me that I wouldn't live with on account of he could removed after the gapping hole closed up. After the the hole did heal, we started to reach out to that doctor to remove the colostomy bag. Crickets! Doctor would not even return my wife's, my home care, nurse or even my calls. We gave up on and got the names of two other doctors who do the procedure. My wife and I were so afraid to have to live with this thing for the rest of my life. It's Dr. I went to it told us how difficult the procedure was and the scar tissue was so bad from the surgery and on and on. Now we were terrified! Especially me. I didn't know if I could live with that thing and, was actually pretty sure I couldn't. Then we heard of DocSchultzel. We heard about his robotic surgery he did. We had to try. When we met him, it was amazing. Finally !! someone was optimistic. He wouldn't make any guarantees but for our conversation it was clear this was gonna be our guy. The other doctors focused on how bad my situation was. DocSchultzel focused on the positive. I believe the other Dr s were intimidated. Not Dr Shultzel. I probably don't need to say how amazing of a doctor he is., All you have to do is read his reviews ! What's just as important is his supporting cast starting with Emily! Emily, my wife and I cannot ever thank you enough.!! We love you, kiddo! These people are so on top of their game it is mind blowing! They are like a well oiled machine. The support was so appreciated. They just have it dialed in. There's not enough stars on the top of this review to give them. , Emily you guys will always remain in our heart.

Dr Schultzel and his staff are the BEST! Very knowledgeable people and very helpful! Would…read morerecommend this office to anyone seeking help with colorectal issues.

Dr. Galloway Thank…read moreyou so much for your excellent care Dr. Galloway. I was extremely anxious about having to have surgery. Can you talk me through it and help me with my fears. Even better, the surgery turned out great and I know I have any pain. I would like to thank Dr. Galloway and his staff for providing me with such a great care.

Simply the best. Dr. Galloway did open inguinal hernia surgery on me three weeks ago, and I could…read morenot be more pleased. I experience no significant pain--a testament to his skill and attention to detail. I am recovering quickly, doing everything a normally do, and in another week am told I can return to the gym and swimming. Dr. Galloway is one of the finest surgeons in the region, his staff are helpful and supportive throughout the process. The nurses and staff at Scripps hospital in Encinitas were uniformly superb. My operation was at 8:30 a.m., and I was home and comfortable by 11. I took a few Tylenol the first couple of days and never even needed the prescription pain relievers the hospital provided. If you live in Southern California and need a skilled and experienced surgeon, do yourself a favor and talk to Dr. Galloway.

I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Gregory Park and my experience with him. He performed my…read morebreast explant surgery without capsulectomy, and the entire process exceeded my expectations. I had no drains and virtually no pain. Honestly, the hardest part of recovery was reminding myself that I had just had surgery because I felt so good afterward, I had to consciously slow myself down and take it easy. That alone speaks volumes about Dr. Park's skill and technique. I am now two weeks post-op and I am beyond happy with my results. My breasts look almost better than what I started with. Even with the steri-strips still on, my incision is clearly healing beautifully. I've had no swelling, no bruising, and my recovery has been incredibly smooth. Dr. Park is truly gifted, and I felt confident and well cared for every step of the way. If you're considering explant surgery and want a surgeon who prioritizes precision, comfort, and outstanding results, I highly recommend Dr. Gregory Park.

So caring and exactly what I wanted for results. Couldn't be happier. Nurses are very niceread more

Dr. Alavi and his staff have been wonderful to me. Dr. Alavi truly wants to make sure you are happy…read morewith your end results and goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels confident and satisfied. Sue has been incredibly kind and really listens to what you desire from the outcome, which made the whole experience even better. I have to say, I'm a big Yelper and don't write reviews lightly--but this office absolutely deserves it. From start to finish, I felt heard, cared for, and supported. Highly recommend Dr. Alavi and his amazing team!

I went to Dr. Alavi for chin lipo in November after receiving a referral from a friend of mine. I'm…read moreSO happy I found his office! I cried when he removed the bandage under my chin a week after my procedure because I was just so shocked at how amazing it looked! Originally, I was going to go to a well-known Dr in Beverly Hills who is well known on social media for doing chin lipo, but I had a negative experience with him. He not only was eating his lunch during our virtual consultation, but he also told me I needed a neck lift and that I wasn't a good candidate for chin lipo. Thank goodness I didn't listen! Two months after my procedure and I couldn't be more thrilled with the results Dr. Alavi has given me. 1000/10 recommend!!!

I would like to sincerely thank Dr. Flores Valdivia and his exceptional team -- Dr. Yessenia…read moreBecerra Ching, MD; Dr. Gabriela Hernández Hernández, MD; and Lic. Anely Zazueta -- for making my lower face and neck lift procedure such a positive experience. From the transportation arrangements to the outstanding care provided at Better than Ever Recovery Home and New Me Hospital, every part of the process exceeded my expectations. The professionalism, attention to detail, and compassionate care demonstrated by everyone involved made me feel comfortable and well cared for throughout my entire recovery journey. I am extremely satisfied with my surgery results and truly grateful for the dedication, expertise, and support provided by the entire team. I'm only enclosing partial photos because this refreshed look is staying our little secret -- people can keep wondering whether it's good lighting, less stress, or a miracle moisturizer. MARCO

After researching for over 6 months and interviewing at least six surgeons I decided Dr Valdivia…read morewas my doctor. His concern and confidence was top notch and he cared enough to take his time answering my questions. He had very high reviews and was calm and not hurried with me. I also appreciated that he didn't promise a miracle, at over 70 I knew I didn't want to look "overdone". My results are natural and my scars are minimal! I am super happy I chose him!