Life-Changing Surgeon and Exceptional Care If you are searching for a highly qualified, world-class reconstructive surgeon, look no further than Dr. Andre Panossian in Pasadena. I came to him in 2016 facing severe facial disfigurement and partial left facial paralysis after a traumatic gunshot wound to my face. He performed an award-winning left temporalis flap and tendon transfer to restore my facial symmetry, alongside crucial bone and tissue reconstruction. Over the years, he has successfully managed my ongoing care with precise follow-up surgeries, including scar revisions and lower eyelid blepharoplasty. Dr. Panossian has over 20 years of experience and specialized skills that extend far beyond general plastic surgery--he is a renowned expert in complex facial reanimation, pediatric craniofacial conditions, and neurofibromatosis reconstruction. What sets him apart is his thoroughness; he reviews every step and risk of a procedure while instilling absolute confidence. The office itself is immaculate, safe, and incredibly welcoming. The practice runs seamlessly with virtually no wait times. A special thank you to Amber and the rest of the office staff for always being so attentive. Dr. Panossian has been an absolute game-changer for my recovery and confidence. I highly recommend his practice! read more

I highly recommend Dr Panossian !! From the very first consultation through treatment I needed and recovery, I felt I was in the best hands. He is not only an incredibly skilled plastic surgeon, but also compassionate, patient, and attentive to every detail. He really takes the time to answer all of my questions and it made me feel comfortable every time I see him. I would confidently recommend him to anyone considering any plastic procedure . read more

Dr. Panossian and his staff were very nice, helpful and quick to respond to calls and emails. The surgery went well, and all the advise and medications to get a good recovery were excellent. If we needed refills on medications, the doctor was prompt to call the pharmacy. The procedure itself was done in an extremely clean clinic, with very knowledgeable nurses. The outcome of the surgery was better than expected. We are very happy with dr. Panossian and highly recommend him. Thank you all for all you did for us. read more

Dr. Panossian is a top notch surgeon- expertly detailed in his craft mixing surgical expertise with genuine artistry. His team has been a dream to work with as well. Highly recommend! read more

I have a bunch of bumps (tumors) due to my NF1.. I research for sometime for a plastic surgeon with any experience on NF1 and found Dr. Panossian YouTube videos working with NF1 patients. Luckily for me he is based Los Angeles. And I was able to schedule an appointment within days. Dr. Panossian removed 20 neurofibromas from my back.I didn't feel a thing during the minor surgery that lasted about 2 hours. The scarring is very minimal, most of the scars look like a small staple that I think will disappear with time and a tan. Since his office is next to the metro station, I took the train home.. read more

My son had a birthmark on his head. Dr Panossian performed the excision surgery. The surgery went well. The birthmark is gone now. The suture site looks very good too. Thank you very much. Dr. Panossian. read more

Dr Panossian completely changed my appearance, confidence, and breathing! I cannot express how grateful I am to have met him. He is not the type of doctor who will make your nose look like you had a nose job; he is more on the natural side, so if your looking for a natural procedure, he is the one for you!! He provided everything that was wrong and what he would do in ways where my family and I would understand. Going into the consultation, he was so caring and educated us in so many ways! He first asked what was wrong; if i had any issues breathing or if i had any trauma on my nose, then asked what I would like to have the end result be. Before visiting him, we visited other doctors and they told us they do their surgery in their office.. when my family brought this up to Dr. Panossian, he assured us that that will not be the case, and that I will be in safe hands in the surgery center. He is extremely caring and it is obvious he cares and for all his patients! Dr. Panossian corrected my breathing issues, fixed the trauma I had on my nose, as well as fixing my dorsal bump, lifting the tip, as well as cutting skin off the tip to make it look even more petite in the most natural way possible! The day of surgery, he came in with a smile on his face although it is a bit nerve wrenching for everyone. Now that I am about 2.5 years post-op, he heard and saw my vision and made my dream nose since i was 15 years old come true. Friends, family, and colleagues always mention how natural my nose looks! The overall communication between him and his staff was great and I would recommend him to everyone! read more

Andre Panossian, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I really can not say enough how grateful I am that I found Dr. Panossian. From the very beginning, Dr. Panossian made me feel right at home and extremely comfortable with his presence and gave me all the time in the world for an in-person consult that answered every single question I had--and more. He is extremely personable, an absolutely attentive listener, always leans on the side of conservative natural results, and he is an absolute professional in what he does. The man even volunteers in his free time to put smiles on children's faces with deformities in different countries. That's just...amazing. Specifically I came in for small but complicated issue of a frowning resting face I've dealt with for the last 10 years that has bugged me quite a bit, and the mouth area is one of the most difficult areas to get right. But he is THE person to go to for this, hands down--smiles are one of his specialties. Take a look at the magic he's done online to people's faces making their smiles amazing. Not only did I get to experience all this before my procedure, I also got to see just how he worked DURING it--as I had a two hour procedure under local anesthesia with him up close with everything he was doing. The level of perfection this man goes for--triple checking everything, using protractors with markings for exact angles, analyzing his work from every angle along each step of the way...it's masterful. I am beyond grateful I found him. Natalie his head assistant is one of the most fun and personable people you will ever meet in any surgeons office and her energy just gets you excited for something that SHOULD be exciting for you! She takes care of you from A-Z along the way and was present during the entire procedure, making everything super easy fun and you feel beyond taken care of. She is THE definition of a perfect surgeon assistant. And Lauren at the front desk always extremely kind and makes sure you have all the details covered with easy e-paperwork and details before the day-of. Safe to say the results have floored me only 3 days out with some of the cleanest incisions and work I've ever seen, and my healing has been nothing short of amazing. I'm so happy I did this and I'm beyond thankful for the opportunity to have this done under him. Truly, thank you Dr. Panossian. read more

Dr. Panossian is an extraordinary and consummated professional. I took my toddler to discuss his forehead laceration and its healing, cosmesis aspects of it, and best practices to minimize scarring. He took his time to explain everything and addressed all my questions and concerns. As a physician I would recommend him with enthusiasm to my family members and my colleagues as well with the assurance that he's a top notch physician. He was well worth the commute from the valley. His staff was wonderful and made the scheduling and logistics super easy and user friendly! read more

One of the biggest regrets in my life... About 2 years ago I've decided to do a rhinoplasty which was my big dream. I've talked to a lot of surgeons and they kept refusing to do the surgery cuz I have a rare health condition. Dr. Panossian said it's ok for him and I ended up taking a pretty huge loan for the surgery. So after 7 hours of anesthesia I woke up and felt horrible. Dr. didn't check on me. I was just staying there till night and I've realized that I won't make it home. I had to pay 1200 to stay overnight. Dr. still didn't show up. The way nurses took care of me was bad except for one Fillipino nurse who was very nice. Thanks a lot to her When she wasn't around my urine was literally standing next to the bottle of water (I couldn't go to the bathroom). Next morning the stuff worker was very rude to me on the phone. They didn't even want to let my son take me home. They were forcing me to use the transportation service they refer you to. In the end they let me out and forgot to pull the needle out of my vein. The nurse then came to my home to get it out. During the entire time I spent at the hospital after surgery I didn't even see the doctor. Which is just ridiculous for me. But all of that wasn't the worst thing. I was ready for almost anything to get the nose I wanted. But even that I didn't get Very soon a hump appeared on my nose. The tip got large and simply went down. I now have scars and cysts in my nose that hurt a lot. Also nose is crooked and it's asymmetric, including the nostrils which the doctor has described as "perfect" On every follow up appointment doctor would come up with different reasons as to why that happens. He was saying that we need to give it a time, then he kept changing the time I should wait for. He also said that it's cuz I'm wearing a mask which I didn't wear. He then said that my skin is too thick which is why the tip is down. He then made a lot of injections. Then he said I need the second rhinoplasty under local anesthesia to rotate the tip. It was very painful and uncomfortable to say the least. But I went through that too cuz I still had hope. But nothing has changed. This time the doctor said it's just the way I am and there is nothing that can be done. And he also said that my nose looks great which honestly sounds like a joke. Now I have: A huge loan to pay off. Crooked nose with a hump and a huge lowered tip and big scar. Everyday I feel devastated and depressed every time I look in the mirror. Finally, I have a broken dream. Maybe this doctor has helped other people but for me this choice was a huge mistake. If you want an elegant nose I strongly suggest you go find other places. Attached pictures, more than 1,5 years AFTER surgery UPDATE (response) Thank you for your educational response. Responding to each section 1. I certainly do have medical issues and other surgeons definitely did refuse to perform rhinoplasty based on purely medical reasons. They wanted me to bring a paper from a neurosurgeon. Dr.Panossian, who was informed of my condition, never requested such document 2. I didn't mind the length of surgery or revision 3. I had no idea I will feel so bad after surgery. I couldn't even get up until midnight. And the doctor never came up to me and said that it is safe to leave (about that later) The overnight service cost me money 4. There were 2 people that could help me get home, including my legal adult son and one of nurses from your hospital. Her shift was over and she wanted to give me a ride. But the medical staff still wanted me to use your transportation service for some reason 5. Amnesia ‍You were saying I had amnesia but I clearly remember asking the nurses if the doctor will show up. They didn't know. By this time, my mind was clear and I'm certain I didn't see the doctor that night and next morning. Also during the follow up appointment he said that he didn't know I stayed overnight. So when exactly did he visit me if he didn't even know how bad I felt? 6. I didn't expect the same result as influencers. For the money I paid, I was expecting at least a normal looking elegant nose without a hump and curvature 7. I can provideENT visit summary 8. The doctor did use the word "perfect" when assessing my nostrils, and other similar adjectives during other visits. My son was there on all of my follow ups and clearly remembers that too 9.Thanks for injection 10. I didn't wear a mask but the doctor said that I do 11.I'm sorry that the changes that were made during the revision were so subtle that I didn't even notice them. I too, hope that other patients were educated on my experience and your response. You said many people would be happy to have such nose. I've posted pictures and if they want they can definitely use your service. I will add the before picture You may or may not accept it but it is my personal experience. Please don't make it priceless. I don't give my permission to use my pictures anyhow. read more

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In love with my nose! Forever grateful for Dr Panossian and Natalie for changing my life with my new nose Dr Panossian and his team care so much and made the whole process easier. I was so scared for the surgery but felt no pain after and had little to no bruising! Dr Panossian's work and care is truly amazing. read more

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Both my children had in-office surgical procedures completed by Dr. Panossian. Quick, easy and painless. Everyone at the office is kind. Their warm demeanor and great manners instantly put both kids at ease. The staff is accommodating, ensuring a smooth experience from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a caring and professional doctor. read more

I am extremely grateful to have found Dr. Panossian. From the first appointment I knew he was the right doctor. Dr. Panossian and his amazing staff went above and beyond In each step of the process. He listened to all of my questions and concerns, spending more time than most doctors. Dr. Panossian is extremely professional as well as the staff. Amber and Lauren were so kind and responsive anytime I had questions. They followed up immediately after surgery and weeks later. Dr. Panossian gave me back my confidence and I'm so thankful for him. If 10 stars was an option he would get a 10! read more

Great experience seeing Dr. Panossian! We went to see about getting earwells to correct our newborns ear deformities and though it may have helped him, he very honestly guided us towards a much simpler, less intensive and of course much less expensive at home option for us to try. Very refreshing to consult with a DR. That does not push a procedure and really just wants to help find the best option and treatment. read more

Dr. Panossian absolutely changed my life. I had 2 surgeons attempt to remove my NF tumor unsuccessfully, which finally forced me to travel states away to Dr. Panossian. I was so hesitant because of the travel aspect but now I wish I would have gone sooner. Dr. Panossian is so kind, professional and he is an advocate for his patients. Additionally, he is extremely skilled especially when it comes to NF. He approached my surgery completely differently than any surgeon had in the past and it showed how knowledgeable he really was. He removed 6 pounds from my back successfully. More than I could ever think would be possible in one surgery. He is honestly a miracle worker. Additionally, Amber (coordinator) is the BEST. She works so hard, is so clear and is always there in a moments notice. She truly cares about the patients as well and it was very appreciated. If you are looking for a sign to pull the trigger on traveling to California to get your surgery - this is it!! Don't wait and waste time, money and energy like I did. JUST GO! You will not regret it. read more

Our son had surgery with Dr. Panossian and it was an incredible experience. After scouring all of Los Angeles and meeting with 4-5 other pediatric plastic surgeons, we felt incredibly confident with Dr. Panossian and are so thankful we went with him. He has great beside manner, he explained very clearly his plan and helped us understand every part of the process. The staff is al very knowledgeable and helpful as well. Appointments always started right on time, and they have a great process in place. In the end, the surgery went wonderfully - exactly as he explained, and we couldn't be happier with the experience! read more

I am so grateful to have found Dr. Panossian. After losing weight, I had been left with loose skin on my arms and legs. Dr. Panossian literally changed my life for the better when I had a thigh lift with him in 2021, and I returned to his care this week for an arm lift as well. He has a great bedside manner, his staff is courteous, respectful, and responsive - and his excellent results speak for themselves. Highly recommend! Thank you Dr. Panossian! read more

My experience with Dr. Panossian and his staff far exceeded my expectations! I had been searching for the right surgeon for months, and when I had my first consult with Dr. Panossian, I knew my search was over. I never felt rushed at any stage of the process, and the entire staff was incredibly kind and personable. It is rare to find such a skilled surgeon who also has a comforting bedside manner, but you'll find both of those things with Dr. Panossian. I went from having extreme anxiety about my procedure to no jitters at all, even on surgery day. I cannot recommend him highly enough! read more

Dr Panossian is a caring and knowledgeable doctor. I had multiple concerns which he was able to assist without any charge which is rare nowadays with other surgeons. He takes time to answer all your questions. read more

I really appreciate their care quality and how available they are to questions and any concerns! appointments are made easily and they address any concerns you might have. I got a rhinoplasty and knew this was where I wanted the procedure done from the initial consultation. read more

I went to Andre Panossian for synkinesis treatment following facial paralysis. He had marketed himself as surgeon who performed selective neurolysis, but when I spoke with him, he indicated this approach isn't always successful. He recommended excising a muscle he said was causing a twitch and tension. I foolishly believed he knew what he was doing. Based on my results, he didn't. He left me in a poorly staffed hospital after this "simple" procedure with uncontrolled nausea and vomiting, a relatively easy complication to fix with the right care and meds. But the hospital claimed the orders were not properly in place to give me the meds needed. Despite numerous attempts to reach his office by myself and the nurses, the issue wasn't resolved in a timely manner. After throwing up for many hours, the hole he made in my mouth to excise the muscle apparently provided a perfect tunnel for an infection to take root in my face below my eye. After I got home, I reported increased swelling and pain to his office. I was told this was normal. It wasn't. I wound up hospitalized for days on IV antibiotics with an abscess in my face that had to be drained repeatedly while I was wide awake. The muscle he excised was not related to the twitch or tension. Another muscle was the culprit. The scar tissue combined with the muscle excision made my face more asymmetric. The pain is worse. Breathing through my nose is challenging as the muscle he removed is, in part, a nasal dilator. I'm stuck with a face that looks and feels much worse and breathing difficulty. Now, there's scar tissue to navigate around surgically. No, I wouldn't recommend his services to my family, friends or strangers. I deeply regret trusting him with my care. read more

Dr. Panossian is the best at what he does! He took such good care of my daughter and he took all the time to answer all of my questions. Forever grateful. read more

Dr. Panossian and his staff are truly exceptional. I have NF type 1 and it can be difficult to find providers who are familiar with NF let some be able to treat it. It's refreshing to be able to see a physician who has expertise and empathy. Dr. Panossian is a great surgeon who takes the time to explain and also set realistic expectations. His staff always showed professionalism and kindness to any questions I had or if I needed help with insurance. I highly recommend. read more

I am extremely grateful for Dr. Panossian. He is truly is an exceptional surgeon and person in general. Dr. Panossian is very knowledgeable and explained my procedure and recovery in a way that I was able to understand, which left me at ease. He is patient-centered with a kind and caring bedside manner. His reassurance kept me calm during the recovery process as he was very responsive to questions or concerns I had. Thank you Dr. Panossian, I appreciate you. I am happy with my results and recommend you without reservations. read more

What can i say about Dr. PANOSSIAN..The man has Great bedside manners. Great staff. Very helpful and super anxious to help you understand anything and everything. Why? My daughter was born with a form of acrosyndactaly. Fusion of the fingers in her left hand. Basically her hand looked like a horses foot..we were pointed in Dr. Panossians direction from Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Panossian gave us hope that he would help to give her some kind of a hand back with functionality. Finding only 3 bones for fingers. He did his very best to create a functioning hand for her. My daughter is 2.5yrs old now and has been able to use her hand to put her own clothes on and carry things. Even eat with a spoon and fork. Write with a pencil and draw with crayons. Things no person would think twice about. May God Bless this man and his unique ability to help children. Thank You Dr. Panossian and to all your Staff. We are forever in your debt. Mo Moumne read more

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Amazing compassionate doctor with patient understanding staff. I have NF and my quality of life has improved tremendously as a result of Dr. Panossian's treatments. read more

My son has the genetic disorder Neurofibromatosis 1. We were looking for a Doctor that does a procedure to remove the tumors that grow on the skin. We heard about Dr. Panossian, and scheduled an appointment for a consultation. After the consultation we were very comfortable with Dr. Panossian doing the procedure. My son had the procedure done at Dr. Panossian's office surgery center, which was very convenient. The facility is modern, the nurses were great. There is a pharmacy on the bottom floor to fill any prescriptions. Also, there is plenty to do within walking distance, if someone is wanting to stay while surgery is being done. My son's procedure went very well. Dr. Panossion is a very well informed, talented doctor. We would recommend NF1 persons to see Dr. Panossion. read more

Dr. Panossian is my hero. I have struggled with NF1 for 40 years. I have hated the tumors that accompany this disease. I have been to other doctors who blundered the removals. Once I read about him and started doing some research, everyone who has had work done by him said that the experience was life changing. Not only is he completely knowledgeable, he could not be any kinder or more understanding. I can't thank him or his team enough. the difference for me has been tremendous, thank you. read more

My son split his chin open skateboarding and Dr Panossian gave him stiches. Very nice doctor with great bedside manner! read more

Absolutely would highly recommend this Doctor to anyone who wants a true artist who errs on the conservative side. Taking time to perfect imperfections and above all creating a balance and symmetry. I went to 5 separate doctors and paid thousands of dollars to fix my under eye tear trough that had previously been over filled. Dr. Panossian fixed it completely and was able to see the problem that no other doctors had! read more

Our family is very grateful to Dr. Panossian who helped both our daughter and son. We were nervous that we needed the services of a cosmetic surgeon for a newborn but were put at ease once we began to work with Dr. Panossian. Dr. Panossian is very mild mannered and gentle, his skill and confidence quite evident as he works through a procedure. We are lucky that we found him and grateful that he's out there doing what he does. Tip for new parents: If your child might need assistance from a cosmetic surgeon, get in touch with Dr. Panossian sooner rather than later. Tackling ailments when your baby is weeks old is just so much better for recovery and the final outcome. read more

Dr. Panossian sutured my 6 year old son today and I am extremely grateful to him and his entire staff! Everyone I dealt with in his office was kind and professional. The doctor took my son in immediately after a skateboarding accident when I other plastic surgeon would. He has a great bedside manner and cares deeply about his patients. I highly recommend this doctor to anyone who needs a plastic surgeon! read more

We chose Dr. Panossian after visiting several doctors in the area. He performed a pediatric surgery on my daughter's face. She was only 4 at the time, so it was important to us that the experience for her not be traumatizing. The entire experience was a breeze. The office and surgery center were incredibly accommodating to the needs of a child. The actual results of the procedure were also completely effective. I couldn't speak higher praises of our experience. read more

I'm not sure I have the words to describe my experience with Dr. Panossian and his staff. We contacted Dr. Panossian the day after my 12 year old son suffered multiple nasal fractures from a baseball. He agreed to see us the very same day! He was professional, kind, as well as patient as this anxious mom came with a multitude of questions. I was reassured by his expertise and my fears were calmed after our visit to his office. Because of the nature of the injury, a reduction under general anesthesia as recommended. We chose Dr. Panossian because he has children himself and he seemed to understand the importance of how this could impact my son for the rest of his life. The surgery was a success and we are back to baseball as if nothing happened. Thank you Dr. Panossian for helping us through such a stressful life event! read more

My mom and I love Dr. Panossianand his staff he has done what no other doctor has done for me. I had a hemangioma since I was a baby and my mom was rejected by so many doctors. One day my mom had found Dr. Panossian!!! Finally an amazing caring and sweet doctor that did not question the challenge or reject even the idea of removal. My mom teared up and I was in shock of not being rejected. Dr. Panossian made the process smooth and such a wonderful experience. A million thanks to him and his staff I wish I could could give them all more than just a round of a applause because their all amazing in my eyes! read more

I contacted Dr. Panossian last Wed to get an emergency consult appointment for my daughter, when we found out her plastic surgeon at Choc Hospital wanted to do a second surgery ( little toe amputation) on the next day. Dr. Panossian's office was about to close and when I explained my situation he waited for us for almost 2 hours so we can get there from Orange County. Dr. Was so kind and professional with an amazing bed side manner. He spent so much time with us answering our questions and listening to our concerns. After doing his thorough examination, and a debridement on her wound he put us at ease and told us he didn't think she needs another surgery nor an amputation on her little toe. He told us to give it some time and it will heal since she is only 10 years old. i don't know how to thank him for accepting us last minute and saving my daughters' toe. I also wanted to thank Amber for getting us in right away with him. Great office and staff. I will highly recommend them read more

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I am writing this review in absolute recommendation of Dr. Panossian. My daughter had a large hemangioma on her cheek and we were looking for a knowledgeable surgeon to work with. Not only is he an expert at cranio-facial plastic surgery for children, but one of his specialties is hemangiomas. Upon our first consult, I really felt like he listened to our concerns and was honest and open as far as the outcomes. He did his best to perform the surgery according to what we had discussed during our consult and that really made a difference because it showed great compassion, talent, and understanding from a parents perspective. A year after the surgery, we are very happy with how it turned out and the after care was outstanding. We were worried about scarring and any side effects due to the surgery, but he managed our expectations and all went well due to his skill. You would not have known the extent of the surgery because her cheek looks exactly as it should and that is a testament to Dr. Panossian's skill. Having our daughter undergo surgery was not something we took lightly, and we are so happy that we were able to work with a doctor who is not only an expert in the field and knowledgeable, but has a great bedside manner. We really feel like he cares about his patients and does his best for every single one. Thank you so much, Dr. Panossian. You have been blessed with an amazing skill and we appreciate you! read more

Dr Panossian is a Brilliant Surgeon! He has a beautiful bedside manner and was very responsive to my son's needs throughout our visit there. Although we have several more follow-up appointments, we plan to stay in contact over the long term. He is excelling academically, socially and on the basketball court as a result of his procedure. We are so grateful for his continued presence in our lives. Included his You Tube Sports Channel performing on the court. Many thanks to everyone involved in his care. We continue to be amazed at the recovery process and its so good to see him thriving as an adolescent. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYwor8LXTwJwbn8vCUB8PZQ read more

Many thanks to Dr. Panossian for his service!. He is an exceptional surgeon! My daughter had hemangiomas since she was a baby. We found Dr. Panossian, and we had to travel to LA from another state to see him. He was always so caring and patient. My daughter is 6 now. Recently she needed a surgery on her upper lip scar left by hemangiomas. I did not want her to have a surgery with any other surgeon but Dr. Panossian. As I thought, he did an excellent job! After the surgery, my daughter never experienced any pain. Dr Panossian is very gifted and extremely nice to his patients. I highly recommend Dr. Panossian if you seek a plastic surgeon. read more

We saw Dr. Panossian for our baby girl's ear well. She was born with a flat left ear. After our referral from our pediatrician, I contacted his office & he saw her the very next day. She wore the ear well for six weeks, with three visits to him (every two weeks). Her ear is perfect now. Honestly, this doctor's office is the most professional and friendly office I've ever been. And he was just perfect with our baby girl. Dr. Panossian & his staff have impeccable bedside manners & skills to match! read more