Pacific Plastic Surgery Group

I'm so happy that I chose Dr. Ransom do my rhinoplasty. He designed a surgical plan that helped to…read moremeet my goals, while also keeping in mind what would suit my facial features. He was realistic and upfront about what limitations existed due to my facial anatomy, and what would be safe and flattering in the long term. I appreciate how personalized my consult felt, and that my surgical plan fit me rather than whatever nose is "trendy". Despite the significant changes made to my nose during my rhinoplasty, I didn't even bruise! I'm healing well, and I couldn't have asked for better results! I cannot stress enough how wonderful Dr. Ransom's team is. As someone who is usually a bit nervous with medical procedures, I really appreciate how empathetic and attentive his team is. Holly and Emily were very responsive and helpful with scheduling, notes, etc. Yesenia was amazing at answering all of my questions about my prescriptions and aftercare. Patricia is so kind, and I feel very grateful she was there for me pre/post-op. I would enthusiastically recommend Ransom M.D. to other rhinoplasty seekers!

Highly recommend. Dr. Ransom and his staff were extremely kind, attentive and professional…read more Dr. Ransom went above and beyond. I had an upper and lower blepharoplasty. VERY happy with results. My self-esteem has gone way up :-). All around positive experience.

Dr. Evan Ransom, MD

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Rhinoplasty result

Sieber Plastic Surgery

4.8(189 reviews)

2 week update:…read more Obsessed. Silicone 400/450cc Motiva ergo full, dual plane placement. Settling nicely!

The only surgeon I will ever trust again with a body procedure would be Dr. Sieber! I had a breast…read moreaugmentation less than a year ago that needed a revision. I wish I had gone to him in the first place but we live and we learn! I'm 1.5 months out from my surgery and couldn't be happier with the results. He also sculpted my arms at the same time and both procedures turned out more natural and better than I could have imagined. My recovery was also more smooth than what was expected for both procedures. I know that's because of his rapid recovery technique that includes doing meticulous work and not causing unnecessary trauma to tissue. I also want to thank his staff for being so kind and supportive throughout the process. Liz, one of the coordinators, is very sweet and helpful and Jennifer, his PA, always answers my questions and is extremely supportive. After having a poor result from another surgeon in the area and finding Dr. Sieber I am very, very grateful

Liposuction 360 with Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Breast Augmentation

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Liposuction for PAH (Paradoxical adipose hyperplasia)

Dino Elyassnia, MD

4.8(94 reviews)

This is the best doctor and practice that I have ever worked with. I had a complete face makeover--…read morefacelift, neck lift, lip lift, fat transfer and laser resurfacing. From start to finish Dr Elyassnia explained everything, was kind and caring, and there for follow up appointments and text questions. I am very pleased with my appearance after three months. Not a day goes by that I don't get compliments on my new look. People have mistaken me for a much younger woman. It's so crazy! Love love love this team and the highly talented Dr Elyassnia! Make an appointment now and you will thank me!

I'm 9 days post-op from my rhinoplasty, and I couldn't be happier! Dr. Elyassnia's expertise in…read moreclosed preservation rhinoplasty is truly amazing, and I'm already loving the results, even though I'm still swollen. I'm so happy I chose him as my surgeon. Dr. Elyassnia was thorough in answering all of my questions before surgery, which really helped ease my nerves. I was anxious about going under anesthesia, but the whole team at his office was so kind and professional, which put me at ease. Nancy at the front desk was wonderful throughout the process, even when I had to reschedule my surgery--she was so understanding and accommodating. I also met Nurse Helen at my pre-op appointment, and she was amazing! She answered all my questions and gave me her number to text if I had any concerns. On surgery day, Nurse Lisa was by my side, comforting me, I even asked her to hold my hand, she made me feel safe and well taken care of. I also want to mention the anesthesiologist, who was fantastic and made sure I felt in good hands every step of the way!. I feel incredibly lucky to have had Dr. Elyassnia and his team take care of me. If you're considering rhinoplasty, I highly recommend Dr. Elyassnia and his amazing team!

Dr. Dino took years off my face but it still looks very natural to my friends and family. I am 73 and no one believes it!

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Leonard W Gray, MD FACS - Bay Area Plastic Surgery

4.3(167 reviews)

It has been almost 13 years since my surgery and my goodness, this drs work holds up! I had an…read moreawesome experience here from Dr. Gray, the anesthesiologist and the very important Nurse. Painless as possible, no bruising, excellent fit for my body and responsive staff. I pray Dr. Gray is around when we have to go back in! If you are on the fence, Ive consulted with MANY plastic surgeons from LA to the Bay area including the central valley and couldn't be happier with my choice.

After thorough research, I chose Dr. Gray for my breast revision surgery in May. I'm not sure what…read morehappened but I was in surgery for nearly 10 hours for an augmentation and lift. This seems quite extreme. A few weeks later I was diagnosed with C. Diff, which is a bacterial infection contracted from surgical procedures. I couldn't keep food down for weeks and lost over 12 pounds. After four rounds of antibiotics, I am back to normal finally. Now my hair has been falling out and my right breast has not healed properly. I intend to find another surgeon to correct his mistakes. Despite his credentials, I don't think he is qualified. Like others, I worry about why it took so long and everything that happened while I was out. On a separate note, I felt very uncomfortable with him pushing a specific, very expensive bra. If it were comfortable, I could understand but it is quite irritating fabric. When I asked for a different suggestion, he continued to push this bra. I believe he is getting kickbacks from this manufacturer.

0.9 mi•Lower Nob Hill, Nob Hill

Wear cute tops or bras? Not unless I want my areolas poking out of the top.

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Usha Rajagopal, MD

4.5(358 reviews)

Got microneedling with nurse Alexa this time and the results were great! Skin is smoother and skin…read moreis brighter!

For context, I received 3cc facial Renuva injections in Beverly Hills two years ago but that…read moresurgeon didn't numb my face and those injections were more painful than actual surgery. Fast forward to this year, I read that Dr. Rajagopal was the number one Renuva provider in the country and her website stated that numbing cream was used. I was terrified of more pain but hopeful that this experience would be less painful. At this office, numbing cream was literally applied to my face for 30 minutes and then ice was applied afterwards. Although the injections were still painful, they were much more tolerable. Dr. Rajagopal has a gentle hand, a kind demeanor, and good aesthetic sense. I've seen four other different plastic surgeons but Dr. Rajagopal has given me the most faith in doctors. I wish that I had known about her earlier. I would definitely come here for Renuva injections or other treatments as needed. They are not inexpensive at 2500 for 3 cc. Dr. Rajagopal clearly cares about people and their comfort. This is very important as any surgery or injection is a stressful experience so bedside manners and genuine concern is priceless. The only odd thing was that I was presented the bill during numbing by a staff member. Payment is expected after treatment and I knew the cost beforehand so it was strange to get the bill during the middle of the procedure and then after the procedure again. I would have been happy to pay in advance if they are worried about people leaving without paying. In any case, the office staff was nice. There was easy and free private parking provided. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Rajagopal for her keen aesthetic eye and caring demeanor.

Please call us at 415-392-3333 to learn more about our financing options for breast augmentation.

Dr. Usha Rajagopal, Breast Augmentation Consultation

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VECTRA 3D Imaging for breast augmentation

Roy Kim, MD

4.0(85 reviews)

I've been a patient of Dr. Roy Kim for several years. I like Dr. Kim because he's super…read moreknowledgeable and he has a deep passion for learning. Not only that, he shares his passion in the form of highly informative articles and photos. If you're considering any procedure, he's probably written about it, has made it easy to find online, and what he says makes sense: Facts over fanfare, experience over hype. After being his patient for more than a year, I decided to have him be the person to surgically lift my drooping eyelids. This was something I had been considering for years, for when the time was right, and for me it was a really big deal. I like my face, and what he did made me look like a brighter, fresher me, and improved my vision as a bonus. It doesn't look "Done," just nice. Dr. Kim is an artistic person, and I trust his aesthetic eye and skilled hand to help me achieve my best self. Hannah, his manager, is excellent. I've worked in aesthetics, and that is critical. His rates are fair, his manner is pleasant, and without pressure or upselling, he provides you with the options as he sees them. My greatest endorsement is that I entrust Dr. Kim in treating my closest loved ones too.

I would strongly advise others to carefully consider their decision before choosing this provider…read more I had naturally uneven breasts before surgery -- one side was higher and the other was lower. The doctor recommended a breast augmentation combined with a lift on the lower side to correct the asymmetry. The original quote was $9,500, but with the additional lift, the total cost increased to $13,000. I agreed to proceed, trusting the doctor's recommendation. Unfortunately, after the surgery, my breasts are still uneven -- one side remains higher and the other lower, with no real correction of the original issue. The only noticeable difference is that the size is larger. In addition, the incision around the areola was done unevenly and closed poorly, leaving very visible and unattractive scarring. After healing, I also developed a hard lump in the breast, which has caused ongoing pain. I have had to return for follow-up visits every 3 months, and to this day, the pain has not improved. This experience has been extremely disappointing -- not only financially, but also physically and emotionally. I trusted this doctor to fix an existing issue, but the outcome did not meet expectations and has caused further complications.

Long term results on my patient who received 450cc implants.

I used one syringe of Restylane-L to give my beautiful patient a nonsurgical rhinoplasty and life the tip and camouflage the hump

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This patient is pictured before surgery, 3 weeks post op, and 2 months post op from 360 liposuction, lipo of inner/outer thighs

Lynn Chiu-Collins, MD, Union Square Facial Plastic Surgery

4.6(45 reviews)

1.0 mi•Union Square

I wanted to wait several months before making this review. It's been 10 months since I received my…read moreOTOPLASTY surgery from Dr.Chiu Collins. Simply put, a huge part of my life and my confidence has completely changed since my surgery. I can't put into words how happy I am with the outcome of my surgery. My life long insecurity instantly disappeared once my surgery finished healing. The healing process went completely as planned, I have had 0 healing complications from the day of my surgery, til this current day. It looks so natural to the point that absolutely nobody in my life even noticed I got this surgery, which is crazy to me because she got the perfect amount of subtle, but also enough for me to be more than happy with it. Dr.Chiu Collins will sit with you and answer every question you have with her immense knowledge and experience that she has in this field. I underwent this surgery (first one ever) with local anesthesia, I was very nervous. Even tho the surgery was painless, I still get really nervous in these types of situations but Dr. Chiu Collins and her assistant Madison helped me feel comfortable during my surgery by speaking to me and distracting me through out the process, it really really helped me get through it. Thank you so much Dr.Chiu Collins for bringing my confidence back and Ms. Madison for being very sweet, helpful & patient with me throughout my entire experience. I look forward to seeing you both again in my 1 year post op visit. Thank you both a million times, I mean that with every ounce of my heart.

Dr, Chiu-Collins is an exceptional doctor, surgeon, and "artist". Ten years ago, she did surgery…read moreon my lower eyelids and repositioned the fat pads without making any incisions. To this day, the results have endured. She recently performed a lip lift for me with local anesthesia and I was amazed at how comfortable the procedure was. Her approach is consistently based on a careful evaluation of your facial anatomy. She is also a talented professional with injections. The results are always natural, never exaggerated. I am thrilled with all the services I have received from her over the years. I highly recommend her and cannot think of going anywhere else. Additionally, she is very friendly and makes you feel very comfortable. She is very patient with questions.

Lynn Chiu-Collins, M.D.

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WAVE Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Laser Center

4.6(174 reviews)

Jenna and Alice are the best, I like to come in here for treatments…read more Recommend Wave to everyone

I've been getting skin laser treatments so the piqo laser and therapy with Jenna. I really like her.read more

WAVE Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Laser Center

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Miguel Delgado, M.D

4.4(66 reviews)

I wish I could give 10 stars. Dr Delgado and his staff gave me such incredible care from…read morebeginning to end. Dr Delgado answered all my questions in the pre-op visit and gave me a realistic view of what my recovery would be. He has a great bedside manner and his professionalism and experience put me at ease. I picked Dr Delgado to do my chin augmentation. I liked that his before and after pictures all had great results with out looking fake! I also like that he is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. When doing my research, I found many doctors were lacking in credentials. He had the 3 things I was looking for; education, experience, and great before and after pictures showing his work! I want to thank all the staff in the office as well. Every single person I met treated me with compassion and made me feel cared for. I was a bit nervous and it made all the difference to be surrounded by such kind individuals. I was greeted when I came into the office by Liz and Shannon. They were both so warm and friendly. I have to say that it is rare to see a plastic surgeon's office with such friendly, real people. Stephanie was my surgery nurse and she was so very sweet to me. She has a very mothering nature; which really is so nice when you are going in for surgery. Dr Riddle was my amazing anesthesiologist. He talked me through everything and placed my IV. It was the best IV I've ever had, we were chatting away and before I knew it.. all done!! Ghazel was my surgery technician. She came in before surgery to put me at ease. She helped get a laugh out of me and gave me lots of answers for my many questions! Last but not least, Mo was my wonderful recovery nurse. She made sure I was comfortable and able to rest. I felt so cared for!! I can not say thank you enough to all of you!! I am so very happy with my results. Thank you for making the process as painless as possible!

I'm ecstatic about my deep plane facelift.necklift and TCA peel. Dr Delgado is a true…read moreartist..surgeon. the entire surgical experience from.preop to postoperative has been nothing but exceptional. I look refreshed..beaming and glowing. I'm so happy with the new me for the New Year!! Thank you!

Miguel Delgado, M.D - Dr. Delgado's San Francisco office. We specialize in facelifts, mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, gynecomastia, breast implant augmentation redo

Dr. Delgado's San Francisco office. We specialize in facelifts, mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, gynecomastia, breast implant augmentation redo

Miguel Delgado, M.D - Facelift: Dr. Delgado is a Facelift expert. Expertise in mini- facelift, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, breast implant revision, gynecomastia.

Facelift: Dr. Delgado is a Facelift expert. Expertise in mini- facelift, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, breast implant revision, gynecomastia.

Miguel Delgado, M.D - Facelift:Before and After. Dr. Delgado is a Facelift expert. Other expertise, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, breast revision, gynecomastia.

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Facelift:Before and After. Dr. Delgado is a Facelift expert. Other expertise, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, breast revision, gynecomastia.

James P. Anthony, MD, FACS

4.5(84 reviews)

1.1 mi•Union Square

I was recommended to Dr. James Anthony by my dermatologist at Kaiser. I met with him for a…read moreconsultation and knew he was someone special! I remember thinking to myself, "this feels right"..the perfect mix of professionalism, superior knowledge with a warm, kind and patient bedside manner. Initially, I was looking for a plastic surgeon to remove a growth on my eyelid. After discussing my eye situation, I asked "so what would you do with my face at this time (if anything)?? He proceeded to analyze my face and tell me what he could do to refresh my appearance. After some deliberation with myself and my partner lol, I decided to do a deep plane facelift, upper/lower eye Blepharoplasty and liposuction on my waistline. It was important to me I work with a doctor who respects the natural anatomy of my face and body...someone who had experience working on men. I wanted to look refreshed...not like a different person or have that "surgery look". At first my partner wasn't on board, unable to look at things objectively...he was afraid I'd look like a different person and felt I didn't need anything done. I called Dr. Anthony's office and told Keara "I am having some trouble with my partner ". The next day Dr. Anthony himself called me and suggested we both come in for another consultation. He spent an hour or so with us discussing and illustrating what he planned to do for me, addressing any questions and concerns we both had. Through Dr. Anthony's artistry and technique, I received exactly what I wanted. It has been about 4 months and it gets better looking and feeling every week. A shout out to his office staff who have been nothing short of stellar support during this process. The most important part of this process for me was finding the right doctor. After the consultation and extensive research, my gut told me it was Dr. Anthony...and I couldn't be happier with my decision.

Dr. Anthony changed my life, he and his staff are so conscientious, kind, thorough and thoughtful…read more When I had concerns he responded quickly and put me at ease - the results of his work changed my life in a profound way. Dr. Anthony's passion for his work and concern for his patients is remarkable!

James P. Anthony, MD, FACS - Top view of my implants that was done incorrectly by Dr. Anthony resulting in smaller size implants, not what I ask for. July/2022

Top view of my implants that was done incorrectly by Dr. Anthony resulting in smaller size implants, not what I ask for. July/2022

Fillers and Botox can look so good when done by the right person.

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Ruth V.

170

8 years ago

Thank God, I found PPSG! I've been looking for a place to trial the diamond peel procedure and I'm so glad to have found this place and met Alyson (LE). Initially, I scheduled an appointment online for microdermabrasion and the next day, Alyson contacted me to set up an appointment. She is very quick to respond and is always very accommodating. Alyson and the ladies at the front desk are the only ones that I have met so far, but I can already tell that PPSG has a team of professionals that can make you feel welcome and comfortable. PPSG offers a variety of skin care treatments and procedures with reasonable costs. Their diamond peel procedure and the LED lights are transformative! They also carry amazing facial skin care products, including the ones that Alyson uses before and after my diamond peel session! I also like that they play very soothing music during the procedure which never fails to make me feel absolutely relaxed. I would recommend this place, and undoubtedly, Alyson! She has a great personality and has wealth of knowledge. Thank you so much, Alyson. You've made my experience here at PPSG comforting, soothing, and pleasant! read more

Alyson M.

8 years ago

Dr. Miranda is AMAZING! He is talented, kind, and calm. The perfect combo for treating a 4 year old that gashed her head on the metal end of a table. Dr. Miranda recently treated my daughter and throughout the entire process she didn't shed a single tear, in fact, he had her smiling while he meticulously cleaned her wound, carefully injected it with numbing solution and precisely stapled her wound closed without disrupting the flow of her hair. He explained everything to her and made her feel very brave. We returned 10 days later and he took the staples out (again without a single tear, I know that doesn't sound epic but for a 4 year old it is). 2 months later it has completely healed - the scar isn't visible at all and her hairline is flawless as it was before. Very thankful! read more

Kevin D.

9 years ago

This is a review for esthetician Alyson M. If you have problem skin or just want to look even better than you already do, Alyson is the person to see. Skin Doctor Alyson will right your wrongs and make what's good even better. My problem was "overdoing it" on skin care products (less is more people.) I originally came to Pacific Medical Group because I'm a huge fan of microdermabrasion, I always get the "3 session treatment package" (great price!!!) Well I hadn't been in to see Alyson for months and wanted to use one of my treatment sessions, and I'm glad I did, because "wow"... my skin is amazing.... texture, complexion, and overall appearance is "night and day" and all in a good way!!! Big thanks to Alyson for all the knowledge and TLC. read more

Mariola T.

8 years ago

I recently had Profound RF skin tightening done here and it has been amazing! I wanted a non-invasive treatment to improve the appearance of wrinkles, tighten my skin, and create new collagen, and this treatment just does that! The best part is that it is one and done! It has been now three months, and friends and co-workers have been telling me how great I look! Dr. Miranda and his PA Beata are amazing and very knowledgeable and made the whole experience comfortable and seamless. I strongly recommend this treatment for someone who wants to improve laxity/collagen in their face but is not necessarily ready for a face lift! read more

JD R.

8 years ago

I have seen Dr. Miranda and Alex several times now for Botox and fillers (Juvederm). They are both extremely caring, gentle and have a great eye for detail. They never aim to over treat or make you look overdone. I always leave feeling refreshed and confident with my treatments. I've also had CoolSculpting here for my arms, and it was a very pleasant experience. There was no pain, no downtime and I noticed visible results after about 6-8 weeks. Dr. Miranda will be the first doctor I consult with when I'm ready for a facelift. Thank you, Pacific Plastic Surgery Group! read more

Alina Y.

8 years ago

Alyson is awesome person and good professional. I had some serious breakouts on my skin. She Was really helpful and caring. Definitely recommending her as a good specialist. I also purchased some products that she recommended and they really worked! Great job. read more

Marcia T.

5 years ago

Dr. Miranda is brilliant. I had a very serious surgery 3 years ago to remove a cancerous tumor in my abdominal wall. There were 2 surgeons; Dr. Miranda reconstructed the abdominal wall and did an amazing job. I highly recommend him. read more

Natalie D.

12 years ago

My injector, Sharon, is so helpful. She listened to all my concerns and worked with me to achieve fantastic results (within my budget!)

Rhonda P.

6 years ago

:) thank you

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I walked into my appointment with Dr. Miranda with a bit of hesitation after reading the reviews…read morehere (people with billing complaints related to ER visits, not his aesthetic practice). Dr. Miranda's office manager answered every question and concern I had about transparency and billing. She made it exceptionally clear (through words and actions) that they truly care about their patients - our satisfaction and outcomes. It's very unique that anyone (from specialist to PCP to aesthetics) will advocate for scar revision/reconstruction with patients' insurance, but this office goes the extra mile to do so. Additionally, as a result of professional and person experiences, I know a great deal of plastic surgeons and aesthetic providers (all over CA) and could probably write the most comprehensive list of whom to see (and not see) for what. Out of everyone I've encountered over the last 20+ years, Dr. Miranda offered the most detailed, thoughtful, and informed consultation I could have asked for (this was regarding scar revision post-SRT for skin cancer). I am deeply impressed and could not recommend this practice more. Most surgeons will simply state "there's nothing that can be done" (meaning neither of the two treatments they offer will work) vs Dr. Miranda who will happily address questions about every potential treatment you and he can conjure up (even if he doesn't offer them all). My case is quite complex but he didn't shy away from discussing it at length. I'm impressed by his experience/expertise and how generous he was with his time. I highly recommend working Dr. Miranda and team. Thank you for such informed and compassionate care.

I love Dr. Miranda! I also work with him in my hospital so he is very trustworthy. That's actually…read morewhy I chose him in the first place because I knew of him through my work! He answered me on the weekend on EASTER when I was having a medical question! The staff here are so friendly and always accommodating. They always answer my questions even when I am annoying and call so much. I am happy so far with my results! I am 1 month post op.

L Plastic Surgery - Charles K Lee MD

4.5

(131 reviews)

I had been considering eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) for 20 years. Finally, after lots of…read moreresearch, I decided on Dr Charles Lee in his office in San Francisco (over 2000 miles from home). I really liked that he had collaborated with surgeons from Korea and knew Asian faces well, since I am Asian myself. I saw that he was trained in the US in microsurgery, so he would have exceptional attention to detail. When I met Dr Lee, he listened carefully and asked me questions about what I wanted and what I didn't want to achieve in my results. I didn't want a lot of big changes, but needed the surgery, which I got in February 2026. It was comfortable and recovery was pretty easy. When I got the local anesthetic, it was painless! The procedure was remarkably painless. In a week, I felt I could go into work meetings. The added benefit and discovery is that my horizontal deep crease on my forehead has disappeared due to my improved vision. In particular, my peripheral vision has substantially expanded. I'm so glad I had this procedure even though I had to fly so far away, it was totally worth it. I highly recommend Dr Charles Lee, my surgeon hero!

I went to Dr. Lee for upper and lower blepharoplasty. I was researching for over a year and a half…read moreand I went for a consultation. He made me feel at ease right away and so did his staff. I booked my surgery right then and there. My surgery date came and although I was anxious I was made to feel very comfortable and confident that doctor Lee and his staff were very seasoned with this procedure. I am 6 weeks out and I can't believe my results. Absolutely no pain from start to finish and I am thrilled to have found doctor Lee.

Corey S Maas, MD FACS - Maas Clinic

4.0

(93 reviews)

Love the Maas Clinic. I've been going there for almost 5 years…read more Dr. Corey Maas is excellent in his field and his team is super nice and personable. I've been very happy with all their cosmetic/skin rejuvenation procedures and products and the results they've garnered. They are definitely my #1 choice!

It has been a couple of years since my initial visit, and I still regret walking through that door…read moreevery single day. I've spent thousands of dollars trying to correct the damage caused by the Kybella treatments Dr. Maas recommended for my cheeks--damage that he later attempted to patch with lopsided, uneven filler. The deep indentations at the injection sites, combined with the deflated skin, have left me looking partially melted. I am in my early 40s and once looked young for my age, but now the results have aged me by at least five years. Dr. Maas assured me my skin would "snap back," but it never did, and I feel foolish for believing that sales pitch. What makes this even harder to accept is that my original reason for visiting was to discuss a blepharoplasty--not fat reduction. Instead, he zeroed in on my perioral mounds and convinced me that Kybella would be a simple fix. It wasn't. The results were uneven and disfiguring. Even other providers I've since consulted with react with concern when I mention "Kybella in my cheeks," often saying they cannot understand why anyone would inject it there. After multiple consultations, I've come to accept that a facelift may be the only way to correct this damage. I strongly urge anyone considering treatment here to seek a second opinion before committing. Otherwise, you may end up, as I have, living with a botched result that serves as a daily reminder of misplaced trust.

UCSF Plastic Surgery

4.6

(11 reviews)

This review is 2 years overdue but I feel like I'm finally in the right place to write it. I had…read moretop surgery with Dr Kim in June of 2022, with a revision in June of 2023. I can't speak highly enough of my experience: both my results and the treatment I received by Dr. Kim and every single one of her staff left me comfortable, affirmed, and highly satisfied. As a trans-nonbinary person with a long history of unsatisfactory and borderline-traumatic experiences with medical staff I went into this process expecting more of the same. My past experiences had resulted in my being supremely meek in medical settings, and I had become accustomed to panic attacks as a result of being in drs offices. But this was none of that. Dr. Kim was matter-of-fact and highly efficient in her manner but also kind and extremely trans friendly, right down to the pin on her doctor's coat bearing the trans flag colors. Her nurses and front desk staff were likewise fantastic: they were warm, funny, highly communicative and comforting. I am so grateful to everyone I interfaced with both in her office and on both my surgery days. My results have left me staggering in the best possible way. I knew top surgery was the right choice for me but I wasn't prepared for just how much it would improve my quality of life and overall outlook. I've struggled with my mental health since I was a teenager, and still do, but my surgery has allowed me to go out in public with confidence, and enjoy myself, and feel far less hopeless, and work toward building an outside of me that matches the inside. It has changed my life for the better in so many ways. I'm getting choked up just thinking about it. Thank you - Dr. Kim and her staff and UCSF. I am so so so grateful and will never be able to truly describe the gravity of what you've done for me.

I had an enlargement of the dorsocervical fat pad starting in January of 2017, it increased at a…read morerapid rate and my doctors at the time were concerned that it may be cancer, a tumor, or a cyst. I had an MRI and it turned out to be "fiberous fatty tissue". So I started the process of physical therapy as I wasn't even able to move my neck without pain and was limited to 10/15 ROM on each side with my right side being worse. I do have cervical Dystonia and spinal stenosis, and after multiple rounds of PT with no improvement, I did dry needling, as well as massage, nothing worked. I even lost weight and it actaually increased in size. I had labs done and everything came back fine (hormones, negative test for Cushing's and cortisol was all normal, and I had never taken any steroids), my posture was perfect to the point of being painful and exhausting to be so erect all day - but still the hump on my neck and pain increased and my ROM decreased. I eventually decided because of stenosis in my C-spine to undergo a diagnostic and then theraputic cervical ESI (epidural) and nerve block all within a months time. It relieved a bit of pain but not much. The hump didn't change. I remained in pain and in PT as months went by. I started to seek out my last resort - surgical removal. I was just starting that process when I relocated to San Francisco. I started more PT and treatments for my cervical Dystonia with no change in related pain. I was frustrated and constantly in pain with even more treatments (scrapping, manual PT and exercises, braces, you name it) and I had enough. I knew this was medically necessary to have this removed after speaking to my PCP I was referred to Dr. Hoffman. Dr. Hoffman is a really sweet man who cares about his patients greatly. He is very busy and it took me quite some time to get into see him (about 3 months) and for a surgical date (about 4 months after my consult)! By the time I was ready for surgery I could hardly move my neck, couldn't put my head down, or head back at all. It was so disabling for someone as young as I was. I had liposuction done and it really was a dramatic difference. I have a horrible sensitivity to adhesive so even if it were something offered to most patients - I'd have more complications and scarring if they used it so they didn't but I did have a foam square placed on top of the site. My surgery went great but at the PACU my pain was so bad that I ended up being admitted for two nights, and three days. 10 days out and I was still in pain. I had a lot of sharp hot poker feeling in between my shoulder blades and most of my neck is sore or totally numb. I wasn't really expecting this but at 10 days post op I could finally move my neck 95% freely than before with NO pain and full ROM. That in itself is just a blessing. I initially would have deducted 1 star for the complications and post op care (my discharge paperwork was a mess and I was very confused) and also for his office staff which was a mix of very helpful and not at all helpful and a bit abrasive at times. Medical billing and coding was an issue for my initial visit and I've already seen the claim come in for two of the bills which prior to insurance adjustments totaled over $62,000 (without the hospital stay). So I really hoped I wouldn't have to hassle with my insurance or the hospital billing dept due to lazy paperwork which has been pointed out on other review sites to be a real issue with his staff. In the end I did have it corrected. My suture removal was simple - mostly because they were dissolving LOL. Scars looked minimal and swelling was down. Still a bit of pain remained. Dr. Hoffman is a kind man, he does great work; my scars are so minor and I have NO bruising whatsoever. So swelling and pain is to be expected and for me lasted about 2 months, right about the 9th week I was able to move a lot more and started being more active. I had another surgery just 2.5 months after this one and since then I have seen even more of a difference in my health and ROM and decrease in fatty tissue that was naturally around my neck and back. Also my xrays at the UCSF spine clinic show HUGE improvement. So much so that my neurosurgeon wants to use me as a case study subject for patients with spinal stenosis who may also have enlarged fat pads that are not related to posture or genetics and used plastic surgery for a remedy. It's amazing to know my health improving will help others as well. Dr. Hoffman is great and my follow up went perfect. I'm not sure if he would want me to come in at a 6mo mark but I'd be happy to if so. I walk with confidence and am so happy I had this done. Totally worth all the hoops I had to jump through for insurance to cover it in full. I am feeling great and neck is 100% better. I would HIGHLY recommend Dr Hoffman. He's great. He helped give me my life back!

Mabrie Facial Institute

4.7

(115 reviews)

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Dr. Mabrie is extremely knowledgeable, skilled, is an extremely good communicator - including…read morereally listening to you, an outstanding artistic eye, and a fabulously warm personality that makes you not mind getting a needle stuck into your face. For the past two years I have been dealing with very disfiguring damage a plastic surgeon did to one side of my face. Dr. Mabrie was recommended as one of very few who had the plastic surgery and filler skill and experience to be able to help me. And he sure did! It will take multiple sessions but with just the first he's made a very big improvement - so much so that I've been able to confidently rejoin social activities, to feel really happy again. I live 3 hours away so I was very glad that a nurse, Lindsey, was assigned to my case to help me provide in advance everything they needed. Given the damage that had been done to my face I was very anxious and had thousands of questions that she very thoroughly answered. She is very knowledgeable and also very good at communicating. And is extremely warm and friendly. Elle, the receptionist, was also warm and extremely helpful. She made the logistics of going to the office for the first time - from 3 hours away - totally anxiety free and familiar as if I had been there many times before. You're probably reading reviews because you're researching places to have facial filler. From someone whose had the nightmare we all fear will happen, this is the place you want to go. Dr. Mabrie is the one you want to go to.

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Mabrie and the MFI team! I went in for filler and Botox…read moreand Dr Mabrie has completely restored my under eyes. I feel like myself again (from 10 years ago that is!)! Huge confidence boost, and recommend him to anyone who is on the fence! Highly recommend!!

Bay Area Plastic Surgery

4.3

(17 reviews)

I have really been debating on writing this review but I feel the need to warn others on what my…read moreexperience was. I had been waiting over 13 year to get a breast augmentation and now, so devastated that I ended up with the results that I have. I went to Dr. Gray back in December. The initial consult was interesting as I asked him if I could show pictures of some "inspiration" of the look I was wanting. He explained that he doesn't take reference pictures from other surgeons work. I explained as best I could, what I was looking for ( Large D cup with fullness at the top of my breasts to give a more "fake" look). He ended up putting in 650cc making me a DD cup size which I panicked about initially but I did want a larger look. The day following my surgery I could tell that there was something wrong with my right breast. It felt lower and was completely bruised to the point that I thought something had ruptured. As my implants started to drop into place, they would not stop dropping. I wanted larger breasts and I loved the overall size of my implants but where they sat was another story. I felt like I had two saggy watermelons on my body. They were not perky after they settled, they hung low and almost look like they flipped in an upward shape and felt more towards my stomach rather my collar bones. I was devastated. I had specifically asked for a more perky and upper chest look and ended up looking like all my cleavage was under my breast. Another problem was that my right breast was in fact, lower than my left and it was obvious. Lastly my nipples were at the more top side of my breasts and the amount of under boob I had, looked like they were falling out of the bottom. I expressed all of these concerns to Dr. Gray and all he could do was gaslight me into thinking that they were normal. When I lifted my arms up my areola would peek out of the top of my shirts. His exact words were "it's nothing that you did that caused this", taking no accountability for his work. I left the office bawling my eyes out and the only reason why I went back a SECOND time was because of his office manager Cherise who actually listened to me and didn't brush me off or make me feel like I was crazy. I was offered by him to fix them for free aside from the surgery center fee and the anesthesiologist fee along with changing my implants to a more round and less "teardrop" look which is why he claimed they hung so bottom heavy. He said my surgery would take 1-1.5 hours and it ended up taking 4 hours. He exchanged my implants from 650cc to 740cc implants but did not close up my pocket so when these implants dropped, they were even saggier and fell out of the bottom more because how heavy they are. I have since then consulted with two other plastic surgeons who have BOTH stated that Dr. Gray released my natural breast pocket too much and I will need corrective surgery in order for my implants to sit higher and make my nipples sit in their correct position. I may have to go smaller on my implants which I do not want to but if it's necessary then I will have to be ok with it. The assumption is that he put the much larger implants in the second time, to balance out where my nipple sat (fill my over large pocket) but it ended up not working, leaving me with the same problem as before, just slightly less. I love wearing strapless tops, can I? Not unless I wear a super tight strapless bra AND boob tape, because my boobs get pushed in a downward direction from the pressure of the strapless top and gives me a double bubble look. Can I wear cute lingerie? No? Because my nipples show out of the top because of how much underboob I have and how high my nipples sit now. I can't find a top that covers my whole under boob AND nipple/areola unless it's a super stretchy top. I wish I had never gotten my breasts done at this point. Almost $16,000.00 (for both surgeries) and a total of 2.5 months off work, later and I end up with two breasts that have my nipple sitting high up on my breasts and only look in place when I have to use my bras underwire and place it under my implant and almost tuck my implants up higher onto my chest for them to look perky and have good cleavage. I went in with a small 34 very small A, wanting a large D (tried on 565cc implants) to these almost DDD 740cc implants. Again, I love big breasts, I just wish they sat where they were supposed to AKA the TOP of my chest.

I felt compelled to write a review after I listened to Charlene Johnson's recent podcast regarding…read moreher plastic surgery nightmare with a doctor in Laguna Beach. It reminded me of what a great surgeon Dr. Gray is and how lucky I was to find him! Dr. Gray is a talented surgeon who always takes precautions and puts patient's safety first, however, his level of professionalism was highlighted when I heard about Chalene Johnson's horrible experience. I have had several procedures and surgeries with Dr. Gray, some of them when I was in my early 20's. He has never made me feel uncomfortable and is always the consummate professional, making safety a top priority. On top of all of this he is a very skilled and talented surgeon, making minimal scarring a top priority . His work is hands down the best in the business and consistent every time. My results always speak for themselves, as I have referred at least six friends that I can think of, all of which have had successful and pleasing outcomes. A heartfelt thank you Dr. Gray. You are under appreciated at times, doing your best to please us all. You have never let me down, and your hard work and dedication is not lost on me.

Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery

4.3

(131 reviews)

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Was recommended Dr. Kaplan by a friend for Botox. Bought the package online and the process was…read moreeasy. Showed up to the office and was welcomed by the friendly staff. Dr. Kaplan obviously knows what he's doing and I felt confident that where I was injected would look right. We had a quick chat and before I knew it I was ready to go. Results were quick and I'm extremely satisfied with how it looks. I also went back for a little touch up and that process was quick and painless. Thanks for the confidence boost PHPS! Highly recommend Dr. Kaplan and will be recommending him to friends and colleagues

I'm very grateful to have found Dr. Kaplan. His practice was my introduction to GLP-1 medication a…read morecouple of years ago, and it genuinely changed my life. I wasn't eligible for insurance coverage at the time, so finding an alternative option was a huge relief, and I ultimately lost the 65 lbs I had gained. Throughout that process, Dr. Kaplan and his staff were supportive and knowledgeable. That said, one part of my experience continues to bother me. This is a fast-moving field, and when a required additive was introduced into my medication, I didn't tolerate it well. When I asked about switching to a name-brand prescription through an online pharmacy, I was told it wasn't an option through this practice, without clear explanation or meaningful guidance about alternatives. What was most frustrating was the abrupt shift from feeling supported to feeling entirely on my own at the point when I was struggling with side effects and trying to continue treatment safely. After investing significant time, trust, and out-of-pocket cost into my care, being left to independently research and navigate solutions felt less like continuity of care and more like hitting a wall. I did ultimately figure things out myself, but patients shouldn't have to rely on internet research to solve medical problems when options appear to exist. The experience left me disappointed and, frankly, let down in a way that has stuck with me months later. I'm still thankful for the role Dr. Kaplan played in helping me start my weight-loss journey, but support shouldn't end when treatment becomes more complicated. I hope future patients receive clearer communication and more willingness to help them navigate changes rather than being left to figure it out alone.

David C. Mabrie, MD

4.3

(269 reviews)