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Charlie Chen, MD

5.0 (12 reviews)
Open • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Absolutely amazing. I had upper and lower blephoroplasty and it turned out fantastic. Botox and fillers are great too.

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“Chen give me an assessment of how much Botox I needed, he's very gentle and sweet, and I highly recommend him!”

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Evolve Aesthetic Surgery - Dr. Jason Hess

Evolve Aesthetic Surgery

4.9(72 reviews)
4.2 mi•Hillcrest

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.

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Robert Kearney, MD, FACS

Robert Kearney, MD, FACS

4.6(96 reviews)
9.3 mi
Free consultations
Certified professionals

Came to Dr Kearney from Lancaster, CA. Had consults with doctors in Vegas, Beverly Hills, LA and…read morehim. He was the only one that made me feel at ease and didn't try to upsell me. The procedure and the recovery were a breeze. I came to him for a neck lift and I will be back to him for my next procedure! It's been a few months and I am very happy with the results. He didn't make big incisions and remove a bunch of skin like all the other doctors wanted to do, and he was more affordable! Great guy, great surgeon!

I went in for a consultation last week and left feeling very uncomfortable. From the start, before…read morethe consultation even began, I was asked to take photos for a simulation without being properly asked or informed, which I declined. During the consultation, I clearly explained what I was looking for. He mentioned under-the-armpit incisions, which interested me, but then quickly insisted that I would need a lift. I explained that I was extremely uncomfortable with a lift due to scarring, but my concerns were dismissed. He spoke very fast, was insistent, and both my support person and I felt lost and talked over. He told me my nipples were "turned down," which I disagreed with, and made unsolicited comments such as women not wanting to "look like a boy," that "guys don't care about scars," and that "you either have scars or you don't have bigger boobs." These comments felt inappropriate and made me feel pressured and insecure rather than supported. Overall, I felt that he did not listen to my goals or respect my boundaries. I booked this consultation specifically because of his advertised experience with endoscopic transaxillary cases and made my preferences very clear, yet I felt pushed toward a procedure I did not want. I would not trust this doctor and would recommend finding a surgeon who truly listens and has experience in the specific approach you're looking for. Additionally after the consultation, I called the office again to clarify whether it would be possible to proceed with an under-the-armpit approach without a lift, since I am comfortable with my breast shape and simply want more volume. He responded that I would "have the same breasts, just bigger," and that I would still have "the same problem." I explained that I do not see my breasts as a problem and that I like them as they are. He then told me that I should find a different doctor.

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Carmel Valley Facial Plastic Surgery

Carmel Valley Facial Plastic Surgery

4.1(102 reviews)
13.4 mi•Carmel Valley

This place is top notch. The staff are so nice and always make me feel welcomed…read more Jordan is the best in the business w my skin. Her attention to detail, customer service and relationships with her clients are best in class. That is the reason my wife and I keep coming back. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for help with their skin care treatment. Kyle

I underwent a combination of a facelift, fat grafting, a lip lift, and upper/lower blepharoplasty…read morewith Dr. Karam in September 2023. Unfortunately, I am deeply unhappy with the results and the total lack of accountability regarding my concerns. My cheeks are noticeably uneven; one side remains significantly larger than the other. Now that over two years have passed since my procedure, I have developed deep irregularities (uneven and lumpy texture) across my cheeks and under my eyes. Instead of a smooth transition, the texture is uneven and looks unnatural. The lip lift left a very prominent and obvious scar underneath my nose. It is not the hidden or discreet result I was led to believe. Despite the facelift, I have an excessive amount of wrinkles around my neck, chin, and mouth area. As time goes on, the hollows and unevenness are becoming more pronounced rather than settling. The cost of these procedures was incredibly high. I feel that the premium prices patients pay are for his massive marketing and social media production, not for superior surgical skill. For the amount of money spent, one expects precision and personalized care, neither of which I received. When I met with Dr. Karam via Zoom four months post-op to express my dissatisfaction, he was dismissive. He refused to guarantee any revision work to correct these clear issues. It is now clear that this is a mass production practice where the focus is on bringing in new clients through polished social media photos rather than ensuring the long-term quality of the work. I deeply regret my decision. I am now forced to seek out another surgeon to perform an expensive revision to fix the damage. Please do your research beyond social media before choosing this clinic.

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Iconic Plastic Surgery - Our state of the art facility in Carlsbad is ready to meet all your plastic surgery needs.

Iconic Plastic Surgery

5.0(187 reviews)
30.2 mi
Luxury
Offers payment plans

In my opinion this has to be one of the most gifted, talented transparent, and honest surgeons out…read morethere! Dr.Souze doesn't try to gouge you for your money his results just come out absolutely incredible this has to be one of the best most gifted surgeons in all of San Diego !!!!! I would give Dr.D'Souza a 15 star plus rating if it was available he is a gift such a talent his honesty, his carrying his overall healthy well rounded & honest If not the most honest plastic surgeon I have met to this day and trust me when I say I have met with MANY MANY plastic surgeons I tend to do a bit of over kill when it comes to research and in my defense when it comes to something this important and this particular surgery that I had was over the top Very important & very close to being life changing to me as it had a bit of a scare with it. Everything turned out great with Dr. D'Souza, he was absolutely incredible from start to finish, he was completely transparent and wanted the absolute best for my for my care, for my familes comcern, ease of mind and Their overall wee being., For their care and comfort, to help them, help me through this process. He is if I can say so politely, probably one of the better surgeons I have met along my journey and I can tell you I have met with well over 25 surgeons some of those I've even had surgery with in the past. Let me be clear thus this was not the process here This was my very first time meeting with Dr D'Souza and I'm so very glad I did run into him. I cannot say enough good things about him. If you are on the fence or if you are looking for someone who is like I said transparent wants the best for you. truly Treat you like family not only him but his staff I mean I have yet to find an office that is this loyal to their patient doctor will give you his phone number for goodness sake you can call him at 2:00 in the morning if you have a question and he would absolutely take no offense and be glad that you called him and he just has so much charisma He's an absolute artist and like I said I just couldn't ask for better, my family is extremely happy and couldn't be more grateful with his work ethic And the time he took so much to answer everyone of our questions and we had a lot! We even had a second meeting with him just to go over more questions and he never once complained once and genuinely was happy to do so. My husband thinks the world of him and 6 months out from surgery he is still talking about the doctor and how wonderful he is! If I could give back even just the smallest piece of what Dr. D'souza has given me to me in my life and my self esteem and some of my dignity back that I didn't have for far, far tong ling q- back in my life I tenfold I just don't think there's enough money or gifts that come from the heart and the soul the My life back filled my heart and soul my dignity basically he's giving me a lot of my life back! i highly highly suggest you see him listen, He's young so up on the latest and greatest but very nice & up to date on all the older school techniques. he's just a fabulous fabulous Doctor. I am getting nothing for saying this I just am 6 months out from surgery Very impressed and wanted to pass the message along to anyonelooking to get some fabulous plastic surgery I would highly highly highly recommend setting up a consultation the Dr D'Souza and his staff his staff are absolutely wonderful to work with They are above and beyond helpful as well as the doctor do yourself a favor Set up a free consultation I promise I bet you'll be at your top three contenders of surgeons that you can will find (most likely the number 1) Thank you Doctor D'Souza, Daphne and everyone at the office you guys have all been so wonderful I can't thank you enough! You truly are like family and I hope you keep up this good work andI just know we will know each for a very long time to come. Take care, everyone can't wait to see everybody soon. Love each and every one of you !!!!!

Imagine you are considering placing your trust in a highly skilled plastic surgeon, prepared to…read moremake a significant emotional and financial investment, only to have that surgeon tell you that honestly, you don't need the procedure you came in for! And then, he recommends a better, more appropriate, solution that saves you a considerable amount of money. That was my experience with Dr. Gehaan D'Souza of Iconic Plastic Surgery, and it speaks volumes about the kind of person and physician he is. Dr. D'Souza is an exceptional surgeon with something that is unfortunately rare: true integrity. He is thoughtful, ethical, compassionate, and clearly guided by what is best for his patients; rather, than what benefits him financially. His honesty, and professionalism immediately set him apart. Most important, the results exceeded my expectations. His skill, precision, and attention to detail are remarkable. Throughout the entire process, the continued care and follow-up have been outstanding. The wellness checks are genuine, reassuring, informative, and thoughtful -- you are truly cared for, not just treated. With Dr. D'Souza, you can be confident knowing you are in the hands of a highly talented surgeon who understands the goal is to enhance your natural beauty, never to make you look "overdone." Dr. D'Souza's knowledgeable, kind, and welcoming staff add so much to the experience. From the moment you walk in, you feel comfortable, respected, and at ease. There is a warmth in the office that makes every visit feel personal. Although Dr. D'Souza's lovely wife, Sabrina is not an employee, she contributed to the energy of the office atmosphere. Meeting her gives insights into the warmth, kindness, and positive energy that surrounds him. Her creativity and playful touches throughout the office created a warm, and uplifting space. I highly recommend Dr. D'Souza. His exceptional talent, honesty, compassion, and dedication make him the kind of surgeon you hope to find when making such an important decision.

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Dr. D'Souza studied at Johns Hopkins University, the Cleveland Clinic, and UCSD Medical Center.

Iconic Plastic Surgery - Dr. D'Souza studied at Johns Hopkins University, UCSD Medical Center, and the Cleveland Clinic.

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Amir M. Karam, M.D - Surgical neck rejuvenation

Amir M. Karam, M.D

4.0(49 reviews)
13.4 mi•Carmel Valley
2007 years in business
Certified professionals

I had a vertical restore at age 65 with Dr Amir Karam. It has been a little over a year and I am…read moredelighted with the results. Some of my friends have not even noticed - I just look rested. Dr Karam will provide you with all the information and supplements that you need to make the procedure and the recovery time as comfortable as possible. I usually bruise very easily but with the supplements that were given to me prior to my procedure and afterwards, my bruises were gone within a week. I highly recommend Dr. Karam and would go back to him for anything I might want done in the future. I totally trust his approach and recommendations. You won't be disappointed!

STAY AWAY from this man! I too do not like leaving negative reviews however if I can save one…read moreperson from going through what I did it will all be worth it. the scars are hideous.. unprofessional and unnecessary, just sloppy. For the amount of money paid your result should be much better than they are. First red flag was the in person consultation the day before surgery- maybe 5 minutes. He didn't even seem to know my case. I was extremely concerned but my concerns were quickly dismissed by his staff. One of his nurses actually said to me "Bless your heart"! Wow, just wow! We all know what that means sweety. I have a double scar under my chin where he made two cuts (yes I have pictures) and has caused a double bubble under my chin. It was noticeable within a few months. his recovery nurse was amazing but quit within months of my recovery. In the beginning he said lasers would take care of the mistakes ( but never offered them himself). I was having a difficult recovery I called and emailed multiple times and was finally told Dr Karam was not available to talk to me. His emails also will disappear on his response for his protection so be aware. You will be dismissed, left to try and correct his huge mistakes. My eyelids still had extra skin which will require another lid surgery, he did offer to re-do them early on but after a year of ignored calls I will never let this man touch my face again. He would not allow any kind of red light for healing or oxygen chamber.. very standard with most plastic surgeons. All natural healing is what he promotes, it's just bullshit. No lasers will correct the deep scars and scar tissue he left. It's been 2 years and I still can't feel the sides of my face and under my chin. Find someone else! There are many more professional and skilled surgeons available.

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The neck is an important part of the facial rejuvenation process.

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Regenerative Wellness- San Diego - Located on the second level above AT&T next door to Hillcrest Dental

Regenerative Wellness- San Diego

4.8(113 reviews)
4.7 mi•Hillcrest
10 years in business
Certified professionals

Dr. Drain is a very skilled doctor and during the process of PRP he explained everything. The shot…read morewas pain free and the injection sites felt very good as I walked to the car. The nurse was terrific with the blood draw, didn't even feel a pinch. I found the staff very friendly and accommodating. I am always grateful to find a great place such as this and look forward to fantastic results after my PRP injections.

I used to come here pre pandemic and even bought a $380 package for what I remember was for three…read moreor four IV sessions. Then, the pandemic hit, life happened, and I moved. IVs were the last thing on my mind and they were in no rush for me to use the credits as I did not receive any type of reminder call from them. I called a week and a half ago letting them know that I'll be in town and would like a refund for the credit that I have. A receptionist confirmed that I did, indeed, have a credit and that it was for an IV package. She talked to the manager and told me that, not only can they not provide me a refund, but I can come in to redeem the credit for only one IV session since their prices went up. I was upset by this because it's not like I was asking for a refund for a service I was unhappy with, but for a credit that I clearly cannot use since my move. I explained to her that I had paid cash for the promotion that didn't come with any stipulations. I didn't sign anything and the person who sold it to me didn't tell me about any rules that came along with the promotion. The receptionist danced around the best she could, explaining to me that "most people usually use the service within a year" and offered me a vitamin B shot instead, which is worth less than an IV session...I declined and asked to speak to the manager, but, of course, she told me that they were unavailable. I asked that the manager please call me back later that day to discuss this matter further and left my number. I still, to this day, have not heard back from anyone. To me, this is pretty piss poor service and unprofessional. They basically are ignoring me so that they don't have to pay me the $380 back. It's not like it's $20. This is a big chunk of money that they've held on to and collected interest on. Debating whether or not a small claims court is worth it, but definitely spreading the word so that customers don't get bamboozled like I did.

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