I'm still seeing Dr. Raffy (over ten years now!) for my problematic veins and he continues to be the most amazing doctor and a superior human being in general. He is literally the only person I will let touch my legs. A long time ago, before he was my doctor I had someone treat my veins and it left pigmentation. Other times the treatment from others just didn't work and cost me so much money and time. Dr Raffy is the only double board certified doctor in both vein medicine and plastic surgery in the country! I trust him completely and just love talking to him. I have a lot of allergies and dark skin, so I'm not the easiest person to treat. He makes me look and feel beautiful and puts all my fears at ease. His office is gorgeous and his staff is lovely. And there's plenty of free parking. Now that's what I the cherry on top of a cherry cheesecake of awesome!! Thank you Dr. Raffy, you're the best!! read more

The service is excellent. Their laser hair removal is the absolute best--after just a few sessions, the hair was completely gone. Their acne treatments and Botox services are also fantastic. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I cannot say enough good things about Kare and Dr. Karamanoukian. Over a year ago, I came to Kare feeling desperate to get my keloids treated after being told by multiple doctors that there was little to no hope for improvement. From my very first two appointments, I saw a drastic change -- something I honestly didn't think was possible. Not only were the results incredible, but the entire experience has been outstanding. The team at Kare is always professional, respectful, and genuinely caring. They take the time to listen, answer questions, and make you feel comfortable every step of the way. It's clear that they truly care about their patients and the outcomes they deliver. I would highly recommend Kare to anyone looking for real results and a team that truly puts patients first. read more

Love love love Dr Raffy! His work is perfection. I've seen him 3 times and his touch is perfect. He's kind and thoughtful and truly cares about his patients. Highly recommend. read more

Hi Dr. Karamoukian has been treating me for years and have been a life savor. I initially came to him for a Dog bite reconstructive surgery and unfortunately I've had quite a few. Every time he treats me I heal extremely well and as a Doctor he is extremely compassionate and treats his patients extremely kindly. I strongly recommend him as a doctor and is the only person I'd trust with my face. read more

This review is long overdue. Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian is hands down the best plastic surgeon in Los Angeles. I've been getting Botox from him for years, and he's truly an artist. He always keeps my look natural--I'm 39 now and I've basically looked the same since I was 30, all thanks to him. The office is stunning, warm, and welcoming. His staff is incredibly kind, professional, and always on top of follow-ups and appointment reminders. And yes--they have parking, which is such a game-changer in LA! My partner recently began CO2 laser resurfacing treatments with Dr. Raffy for stretch marks on her breasts after a significant weight loss (from 160 lbs to 90 lbs at 4'10"). After just the first treatment, we've already seen a huge difference. She's never felt happier with her body. Dr. Raffy took the time to explain the procedure, what to expect, and how to care for her skin post-treatment. His attention to detail and genuine care make all the difference. We can't thank Dr. Raffy enough. If you're considering any aesthetic procedure, look no further--this is the place. read more

The absolute best. And super sweet doctor and staff. Had Botox and filler done and it's never looked better. I love he's not a doctor that will do too much he's honest and makes you look natural read more

I have seen many doctors, and Dr. Raffy is the one I was always looking for. He is a true professional. You don't even have to explain your problems because he knows exactly what you need. He always suggests the best options. Even in difficult situations, I trust him 100%. I am so happy that my appearance is in his safe hands. I recommend him to everyone! read more

I cannot recommend Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian highly enough. As a naturally anxious person, I truly appreciate his ability to make me feel completely at ease. The supportive environment at Kare Plastic Surgery made my two recent procedures stress-free; Dr. Raffy and his staff went out of their way to ensure I felt safe and comfortable, making it an all-around great experience. The results of my June upper blepharoplasty have been life-changing. I've always had hooded eyes, but with age, the heaviness began to impede my vision and forced me to strain my forehead muscles, leading to debilitating migraines. Since the surgery, my quality of life has improved dramatically. The forehead strain is resolved, my headaches have vastly improved, and my field of vision is restored - and I look younger and refreshed. I am also just a few days post-op from chin liposuction, and I can already see a total transformation in my jawline contour. Beyond surgery, Dr. Raffy has treated my TMD with masseter Botox, restored my deflated, sad-looking earlobes with filler, and removed various skin lesions from my face and scalp. I was previously reluctant to have a large, raised mole removed from my upper lip, fearful of potential scarring. However, the result is aesthetically perfect. I am so confident in Dr. Raffy's work that I will happily return to him for a facelift in the future. I wouldn't trust my face to anyone else. read more

Yikes it's been almost 2 years and I haven't left a review yet. I was referred by my daughter. Yes of course! I highly recommend Dr Raffy. He did a facial fat transfer, and a rhinoplasty on me in March 2024. He was also kind enough to remove extra fat from my abdomen for free during the procedure. It's been a year and a half. The results speak for themself. The facial fat transfer is symmetrical and completely unnoticeable. People are shocked when they find out my age. Even I am confused until I remember Dr Raffy did a fat transfer lol. The extra flap of fat I had on my abdomen is gone. I can't remember what it was like before Dr Raffy make it go away, but I imagine there was a lot more time spent in the dressing room. The rhinoplasty not only looks amazing there are no complications with breathing through it too. One of my favorite things about Dr Raffy is he doesn't push expensive products or procedures on you. You aren't just another sale to him. He is highly respectful and extremely talented. His work is completely natural looking. I am looking forward to aging in the next few years so he can do more work on me. I highly recommend him : ) read more

I have been coming to Dr. Karamanoukian on and off for the past 2 years for help with dissolving old fillers in my face that were making me look feminine and bloated. I went to many other doctors that overcharged me and continued to gaslight me throughout the dissolving process when I wasn't seeing results. Dr. Karamanoukian was the only doctor I could find that actually understood and empathized with my concerns and was actually able to finally help me with dissolving my fillers through use of ultrasound guidance and high doses of hyaluronidase. My dissolving process is still ongoing due to the complexity of my case and the type of fillers that I have had injected in the past, but I am in a MUCH better spot aesthetically and mentally than I was in the past all thanks to Dr. Karamanoukian's knowledge and support. To anyone that is struggling with dissolving their old, unsatisfactory fillers, I couldn't recommend meeting with Dr. Karamanoukian more. Thank you for all that you've done to help me and for the positive impact that you've made on my life! Javi read more

Raffy is Exceptional! I've been going to see Dr. Karamanoukian for the past year and I could not be happier. Everything from laser treatments to filler and botox, the entire process and results are great. Plus everyone that works there is warm and welcoming. I have lots of other options close to where I live but he's worth a drive. read more

I have been going to Dr. Raffy for keloids. Well I have to say he's been great overall. The staff is friendly and gets my questions answered relatively fast. When I do a zoom meeting with Dr. Raffy he answers my questions but most of all checks on me outside of the clinic. He also treats you like you more than a patient. I highly recommend Dr Raffy has been exceptional. Paul read more

Dr. Karamoukian was very terse, condescending, and never even answered my question that I literally asked twice during my tense, brief time with him. He didn't even examine my leg which was appropriately exposed for him to evaluate. Told me I did not have DVT and to come back in 4 months (my cardiologist had ordered a doppler to be done because Dr. K's office couldn't see me for well over a month after my call that I had developed a hard, painful, discolored lump in a varicose vein, etc. The doppler showed no DVT, so it was ok for me to wait for my appointment many weeks later with Karamoukian). I went to a different practice one week later (someone recommended by my cardiologist upon hearing of my experience with Dr. K), where I had a completely different experience where a sonogram was done, things were explained to me, and my questions answered. I will be having a procedure next month. I conveyed my experience with Dr. K to them and while they were very sympathetic with their wide eyed, head shaking reaction - they did not seem surprised. Clearly, I am not the first person to have a very negative experience with him. The whole thing was very odd, because the first time I went to him for phlebitis a few years prior, he was cordial and joking. When it comes to medical care, I think finding a stable practitioner who is reliable in the care of his patients is essential. This appointment was a real head spinner and I've lost trust in his entire practice. Needless to say, I will not be going back to his practice which I found to be unacceptable. read more

I'm so grateful that I found Dr. Raffy. I have done multiple procedures with him and am always so impressed and happy with the results. I would recommend Dr. Raffy to any one of my friends and family. He truly cares about his patients and it shows with the amazing results. From filler to removing a keloid scar I thought I would have the rest of my life- he has been such a great doctor to work with and I couldn't be happier. read more

Several friends had referred me to Dr. Raffy and I am so grateful. I had a great experience! He is such a skilled and knowledgeable physician, incredibly down to earth and kind. You can tell he truly cares about his patients and there is no upselling here! I trust him completely and highly recommend him. You will too. Stephanie read more

I left my review on Google recently. My body will never be the same but I do hope someone will be able to help correct all that Dr Raffy has done to me. Words can't describe what I have been going through emotionally, physically, and financially for the past year! Every day when I look at myself in a mirror I cry! I can't believe that a simple breast surgery could go that wrong especially when I had a perfectly small breast before and all I asked for was 240cc Oh, yes! Second surgery when he tried to correct the first mistake went bad too.... I am so afraid but have to find a good doctor not a butcher to correct it ..... read more

If you suffer from hypertrophic or keloid scarring, you MUST see Doctor Raffy. Dr. Raffy is a Godsend in the treatment of difficult to treat scars. His approach is specific for each patient and their particular type of problematic scarring. Every patient is unique in their specific scarring needs and recommended treatments. Dr. Raffy is honest, kind, and compassionate with his approach to finding the right treatment plan. Patience and time pay off, so you have to trust the process. I highly recommend Dr. Raffy for scar treatment. He's the best in the business, for sure. read more

I have never left a plastic surgeon's office CRYING!! I took multiple hours to calm myself down before writing this review. I am SHOCKED at the way he spoke to me and treated me. I went to see him for silicone removal and was already %90 sure and ready to get it done with him. His manners changed my mind. He was so standoffish and couldn't answer any of my questions clearly, had a MASSIVE ego, was rude and condescending. Multiple times I asked him if he thinks I'm a good candidate for the procedure and to help me gain an understanding of what to expect and he COULD NOT answer these very standard questions. He ended up leaving our consultation abruptly and rudely without saying bye. I felt so terrible I left the office and immediately got in my car and started crying for how badly he talked to me and then left the room as if he was annoyed at me for asking questions. After all i'm spending thousands of dollars, going under anesthesia and taking a big risk, I should be able to ask my questions freely and feel cared for by my surgeon. I am so incredibly disappointed and honestly really sad. Trying to shake off the negative energy and move on with my day and it literally feels impossible. He is a selfish and arrogant man and he really doesn't care about you. read more

I had a dog bite in my face and Dr. Raffy answered my call late at night and saw me first thing in the morning. He did an amazing job and I'm so happy I went with him. You can hardly see the scar because of his detailed work and he was so supportive and positive. I would recommend him to anyone. read more

I normally don't write reviews but I feel compelled to do so. I decided to get a fractional laser treatment for a hardly visible scar on my forehead due to a car accident that happened years ago. They first numbed the section before starting the laser treatment and I thought everything went well but as the day progressed a blister formed and it eventually popped that night. The following day when I woke up I was left with an infected wound on the area where the blister popped, I freaked out and called the doctors office immediately and they asked me to take pictures and send it to them. They prescribed a cream for me to apply to the affected area and told me to come in and see the doctor. Dr. Raffy was trying to be helpful and he suggested other procedures he can do to help make it better. He highly suggested I do a prp treatment which is just an injection using your own blood to promote collagen. I allowed him to do it since it's non invasive or a laser treatment. I didn't feel like that helped out much and I didn't trust him anymore after that. I been seeing a good doctor in NYC to help fix Dr. Raffy's mistake but scars are permanent and can only improve so much. It's been a year now since I saw Dr. Raffy and I am still left with a depressed scar and I look worse than when I first walked in his office. I am a model and I rely on my appearance and now my confidence is low and I can't go anywhere without someone asking me what happened to my face. Im going through depression because of his mistake which is why I decided to write this review and also to warn others before seeing this doctor. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - This is the outcome I was left with the same day I got the laser treatment, my skin is burned and infected. - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I found Dr. Karamanoukian primarily through surgical blogs he is contributing to. And I'm so lucky I did. For few years on and off I was looking for a doctor who specializes in lip implant removal. The implants I had for few years were Permalip. It was a mistake to have them done to begin with. As supposedly "easy" they are to remove, not a lot of doctors are willing to take on such a procedure. Dr. Karamanoukian did. I called his office, was able to email photos and got doctors initial evaluation the SAME DAY. The lady I spoke with was also able to squeeze me into his schedule same week for an in-person consultation. After meeting the doctor and discussing my situation I felt instantly comfortable and confident in his competence. He was discussing both options of keeping and removing the implants, going over pros and cons. I DIDN'T FEEL PRESSURED at all and I didn't feel like I was being sold any extra services. All the people in the office were GENUINELY NICE, which I find quite rare this days. And I was super lucky to be able to have the procedure done the same day. As a person terrified of needles, of course I was nervous, but the only uncomfortable part was the anesthesia injection, the rest was very easy. No pressure, pulling or pain at all. I felt like the doctor TOOK HIS TIME and didn't rush. I was out in half an under hour from the treatment room. As a result, I have minimal swelling and I'm extremely happy to get it over with so easily! Dr. Karamanoukian is very skilled, and I'm going to be back to his practice for other services. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - 30 min AFTER Lip Implant removal. Minimal swelling. - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I am posting some pics soon, in the meantime... I am super grateful to have found a doctor who truly understands how to enhance natural features without the Beverly Hills housewives look-alike end result. Dr. Raffy absolutely blends science and art with cutting-edge technology and personal attention to understanding his patient's end result desire. He understands that sometimes "less is more" and I am thrilled with the modest enhancements. I had Buccal Fat Reduction surgery to remove excess baby fat sagging the bottom half of my face - I now have cheek lines and less marionette sagging. I got exactly the end result I hoped for and the surgery took less than 5 minutes! True precision with the instruments and I felt very cared for. Couldn't be happier and highly recommend! read more

Dr. Raffi made my life hell. I had breast asymmetry, which he had to correct by installing a large implant in the smaller breast and a smaller one in the larger one. After the operation, I noticed that the asymmetry had worsened, but the doctor assured me that he had not made a mistake and suggested that I have a larger breast lift, which would have left a huge scar on it. Every day the asymmetry intensified, when my boyfriend called him to say that we were unhappy with the procedure and this needed to be corrected, he, without listening to us, shouted into the phone and hung up, after which he began writing hysterical messages. I turned to other doctors and they recommended removing the implants with possible lifting and fat filling, since my skin was stretched due to the installed implants. During the removal of the implants, it was discovered that Dr. Raffi had installed them in the wrong directions (small to small and large to large). He also falsified the medical record, indicating data as if he had done everything as planned. His mistakes cost me my health, several anesthesia, depression, problems with my work and personal life, and a huge financial investment that I can still imagine making to correct his mistakes. He does not want to take responsibility for his actions. This doctor is dangerous to people. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Couple weeks before surgery (first one) and couple months after surgery (second one) - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Dr. Raffy is a wonderful and caring physician. I've had bad rosacea for years but was so nervous about getting it treated because I have a very low pain tolerance. Dr. Raffy is the first doctor I've ever met who has said, "Let's try it on your arm so you can see if it's too painful." He did that with several procedures - one was too painful but not the others. He has never made me feel rushed and he takes plenty of time to explain all the options. He's also an honest doctor who never tries to upsell or talk you into additional procedures. I can only say lovely things about Dr. Raffy and his staff. read more

The only thing i can say about dr raffy is that he literally saved my life he didnt stop until he fixed my problem and until i was happy he is amazing the staff there is amazing i never been in a place like that and i been to many doctors the girls that work there are so kind so cool soooo nice so welcoming from the bottom of my heart thanks dr raffy for everything you did for me! read more

My best progress pic YET! An update on my treatments from the amazing Dr. K! *Feel free to see my review on here from 2018, which i also updated in 2019, for my full experience and more progress updates.* After just 5 visits to Dr. K (i flew from San Francisco to LA each time) spread out over 1.5 years, w/ injections + laser treatments, my scar is VISIBLY REDUCED both in puffiness & redness. In fact, all that is remaining is some redness in the middle, which I am still treating ongoing with lasers @ Dr. K's. The most surprising part to me: The top part of my scar is GONE. The parts of the scar that are reduced are actually the same skin tone as my non-scarred skin, and just as flat. The main knotty, hard keloid that was in the middle of my chest is barely even raised anymore. In my future appointments, my goal is to reduce the remaining redness. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - 2018-- 2020. I just got another treatment from Dr. K after the "after pic". progress pics soon (takes a bit for laser redness to die down) - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Dr. K and the staff create a warm and welcoming environment while presenting the top level kind of skill and professionalism you want in a medical facility. You can tell he truly cares about his patients and he takes the time to explain all your options and answer questions. In addition from what I can tell they have all the latest technology to maximize the potential of the broad treatment options offered. Highly recommend Kare. read more

Dr K removed silicone from my upper lip, the procedure itself did not hurt. I'm letting you in on my recovery process so that you know what you might expect. Week 1 no eating solid food. Can not brush the top of teeth, hurts to even smile. After 7 days felt ok to leave the house and be seen (no more swollen muppet face.) Week 2 one side of top lip is much more swollen than the other. Scabs are starting to come off. At 2 week follow up, all scabs are off. Dr K said I have lots of scar tissue which I can feel, need to massage daily. Hurts like hell. Week 4 prednisone injection and massaging 15-30mins a day. Finally feeling hopeful that I can break up the scar tissue. Week 5 most of the swelling went down overnight and the scar tissue is soft. Week 6 Dr said I did an amazing job on the scar tissue. There is still a hard area in the center. He said to massage it for 1 more month A month later scar tissue is soft and I am happy with the results. I really like Dr. K he has a great personality and does great work. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - The before photo of the silicone that migrated - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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I frequent Kare for laser hair appointments. Visiting Kare is one of those rare experiences where I come out feeling better overall no matter how uncomfortable the treatment. Dr. Karamanoukian is one of those rare talents that is both highly-competent while being kind and relatable. I have always felt that he both empathizes and always tries to understand the needs of his patients. The atmosphere and staff reflect all of these positive attributes as well. Overall this is a really great place. Five stars ! read more

Dr. Raffy I did an amazing job removing my silicon injections from my lips. I am super happy with my results and fully trusted him during this process. He did an excellent job and is only one of the few doctors in LA performing this procedure. It's super life-changing. Thank you Dr. Raffy!! read more

I'm soo glad and grateful I found Dr. K. I wanted to work with him for a lipoma removal because not only does he use a technique that reduces the size of the incision, he specializes in keloids so would be able to address my concern about one developing after the surgery since I'm prone to keloids. During the consultation, Dr. K patiently explained how he treats lipomas and keloids, and assured me that he'll monitor the healing so that he can treat the keloid if one actually does appear. Also, he let me decide if I wanted local or general anesthesia and was willing to work with my insurance because the lipoma caused some discomfort, which I really really appreciated. On the day of the surgery, Dr. K asked if I wanted a horizontal or vertical incision, but recommended a horizontal one so that my bra can more easily cover it. Throughout the surgery, he checked in with me to make sure I was okay and voiced over what was happening because I was curious. I knew he was going to be able to make a smaller incision, but to my surprise, it was only a third of the size of the lipoma! And as promised, Dr. K monitored the healing/scar through two follow-ups. (In the last one he told me that there's no chance of a keloid!) TLDR: Dr. K is an empathetic and skilled doctor who always considered my preferences. I'm really happy with the results of my lipoma surgery and the entire process. I also want to give a shoutout to the entire Kares team -- everyone was friendly and professional. Would highly recommend Kares! read more

Got my Miradry treatment done by Dr K. The whole experience was awesome. Sadly, I'm not the 80% that only need 1 treatment. I used to sweat sweatmarks the size of a large Yukon potato just by driving. Add some stress and it's bigger. I sweat less (the size of a small red potato) now but it's still not where I want to be. I'll be back for a second treatment. Parking is easy as it's a private lot. Booking is super easy too. You do need to give them your credit card info to book if it's past a certain price mark I think. My RN was caring, she walked me to my uber when all of it was over. I'm not a pretentious house wife that gets Botox and they treated me like a friend. So don't believe what the others say about shit attitude. They're nice if you're nice. It's simple. I swear I don't have body dysmorphia but I can't wait to come back and get something done. Dr K truly cares and I feel it. Other places let RNs do non invasive treatments but Dr K did my treatment. That means a lot. read more

I had such an amazing experience with Dr. Karamanoukian. I went in to have ear surgery- the lobes had been stretched to 3/4 of an inch and I had decided it was time for a change. Dr. Karamanoukian was professional and answered all of my questions before (and during!) the surgery. He also made me feel comfortable- kind of joking around with me when he saw how nervous I was. My ears look amazing and I couldn't be happier. read more

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Read it all..... Very late update!All the warts are gone!!!!!! They have been gone for a couple years now, I was just lazy with an update. It's like they weren't even there. Thanks Dr. Raffy for the wonderful service you do. I will be back in the future if I ever need/want something else! Update: Went back to him in November of 2015 after having my daughter. I wanted to get liposuction, this is what I got instead. He blamed ME for this..... not the fact that he obviously got crazy with the cannula. It's never going to go away. He has scarred me for life and could give two bits about it. Just because a person seems nice doesn't mean they are compet. Be wary of this man. read more

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Dr. Karamanoukian is amazing. He was able to help my wife with errors from other surgeries. He is obvious he is passionate with his work because he is a perfectionist. He was the only surgeon that was able to help her. She is very happy with the results, where in turn makes me very happy ;) We highly recommend KARE. You won't regret it. read more

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Dr raffy is so great!! Had a great experience with him today. He is so personable, kind and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Dr Kare, as he's known for obvious reasons, is a miracle worker. He was able to conceal a prominent facial scar that I've had for 30 years even though numerous other surgeons had tried and failed. Besides being very talented with the scalpel, he has an incredible eye for symmetry and balance and can determine what your particular issue is and then fix it in the most non-invasive and conservative way possible. His staff is very caring and make the experience a pleasant one. Highly Recommended! read more

I'm so grateful for have found Dr. Raffy. Dr. Raffy is an extremely professional surgeon. He is extremely honest and explains everything clearly to you step by step. His energy is positive and welcoming. I had my breast implants removed with him and I couldn't be any happier. His whole entire team is kind and professional. I have recommended so many of my friends and family to Dr. Raffi. I also do laser hair removal at his clinic which I'm in love with the results. Thank you Dr. Raffy and the staff at Kare Clinic for making me feel so comfortable and for your excellent customer service! read more

This man should not be allowed to operate on anyone! He almost killed me. I went in at 11am for a "2 hour" liposuction came out at 5pm barely alive. I was in and out of consciousness as he and his staff stood and waited for me to wake up for a few seconds to tell them to call an ambulance. I was rushed to the hospital by ambulance and spent the next 4 days in the hospital. After 5 months my legs are left deformed due to his negligence and will need to undergo corrective surgery. I would tread with CAUTION when dealing with this man. Yes, he's in Santa Monica, yes, he has a beautiful office, yes, he comes across as caring and friendly however this man is not to be trusted. read more