Dear Dr. Newman, Claudia, and the Entire Team,…read more I wanted to write and express how truly grateful I am for the wonderful care I received throughout my tummy tuck journey. Making the decision to have surgery is a very personal one, and naturally, I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. From the moment I walked into your office, however, I knew I was in the right hands. Every interaction was met with kindness, encouragement, and genuine care. To Claudia and the staff, I thank you for your friendly smiles, professionalism, and the way you consistently went above and beyond. It is rare to find a team that works together so seamlessly while making every patient feel important and valued. Dr. Newman, I cannot thank you enough. Your kindness and compassion are truly remarkable. In a world where medical care can sometimes feel rushed, you took the time to listen, answer questions, and make me feel completely at ease. Your caring bedside manner is something I will never forget. I always felt that you genuinely cared about me as a person, not just as a patient. Not only am I thrilled with my results, but I am equally grateful for the experience itself. The confidence I have gained is a gift, but what stands out most is the way I was treated every step of the way--with dignity, warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Thank you all for the incredible work you do and for creating an environment where patients feel supported, cared for, and encouraged. I feel blessed to have found your practice and will always be grateful for the kindness and expertise you showed me. With heartfelt appreciation, Suzy Moore

There are truly no words strong enough to express the gratitude our family has for Dr. Jewell From…read morethe very first consultation through my mom's mastectomy and recovery, they showed not only exceptional surgical skill, but also genuine compassion, patience, and humanity during one of the hardest times in our lives. My mom was understandably scared and emotional, but Dr. Jewell made her feel safe, respected, informed, and cared for every step of the way. Their professionalism and confidence gave our entire family peace of mind, and the results of the surgery exceeded our expectations. The staff truly goes above and beyond. What stood out most was the kindness and empathy shown throughout the entire process. Dr. Jewell never made my mom feel like "just another patient." They treated her with dignity, warmth, and incredible attention to detail. That level of care means everything when someone is facing breast cancer and such a life-changing surgery. We are forever grateful for the strength, comfort, and outstanding medical care Dr. Jewell provided. I would recommend them to anyone looking for not only an incredibly talented plastic surgeon, but also a doctor with a truly compassionate heart.

Recently had a mastectomy &abdominal liposuction The…read moreresults are very good, Dr jacobsen, Katie, Vanessa & Consuela were professional, courteous, and top notch. I am most appreciative and grateful

I'm officially one year post-op after having a tummy tuck with muscle repair, abdominal…read moreliposuction, chin liposuction, breast reduction, and breast lift with Dr. Kalaria. Overall, I'm okay with my results. I certainly wasn't expecting perfection and understand that no surgical result will be perfect. I'm sharing these details simply to be transparent about my experience and results: my areolas are not aligned or nearly the same size (also had an issue with tape being left on too long & damaging my skin), one breast is noticeably larger than the other, & they did not take my side boob fat. My biggest advice if you choose this place: GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING and be very specific about exactly what areas are being treated. During my consultation, Dr. Kalaria and I discussed my side boob fat. She physically pointed to/touched the area while discussing what would be addressed. As a patient with no plastic surgery expertise, I didn't know this was technically considered a separate area from the breast that needed to be separately listed and priced. I had a similar issue with the abdominal liposuction. It was not made clear to me that only a specific portion of my abdomen would be liposuctioned. I understood I was having ab liposuction with my tummy tuck and didn't realize other areas of my abdomen were excluded. These distinctions may be obvious to a plastic surgeon, but they aren't obvious to a patient. I was very upfront that I was relying on the professionals to educate and guide me rather than trying to become an expert in plastic surgery myself. I'm a lawyer, and just as my clients rely on me to explain things they wouldn't necessarily know to ask about, I relied on my surgeon to do the same. Unfortunately, my quote was not detailed. Even the muscle repair we had discussed wasn't specifically listed, so I asked and was told it was included. I therefore assumed the side breast/underarm area we discussed was similarly part of my breast work and didn't understand that "abdominal liposuction" referred only to a limited area. Had these distinctions been clearly explained, I could have made an informed decision about adding and paying for the additional areas. Even assuming, for the sake of argument, that the side boob area had not been specifically discussed, it should have been brought to my attention as a suggested area to address. It is immediately adjacent to my boobs that we discussed being worked on and was something I definitely wanted treated (I think most ppl would). I relied on my surgeon not only to answer questions I knew to ask, but also to flag relevant considerations I might not know enough to ask about. Had I been told, "That area is separate and requires additional liposuction," I would have made clear that I wanted it included. What bothered me most was how the issue was handled afterward. When I asked about the area post-op, I was told it was considered the underarm, not the breast. I later emailed after reviewing my notes, and the response was essentially that we had never discussed the area and I hadn't paid for it. Again, the money wasn't the issue. My concern was being told the conversation hadn't happened when my notes reflected that it had. Even if the office had no record of the discussion, I would have appreciated something as simple as, "We don't have this documented, but we're sorry there was a misunderstanding." Instead, I felt my recollection was being dismissed, which ultimately damaged my trust in the practice. I also found that some questions toward the end of the process or after surgery were met with responses along the lines of, "We're not at that point yet; I'll explain it later." As a patient, I don't know what I don't know. If I'm asking a question about my surgery, recovery, or results, I want it explained, even if it won't become relevant until later. To be fair, there were things I genuinely liked about Dr. Kalaria. I wasn't looking for the cheapest surgeon; I wanted someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and safety-conscious. One reason I chose her was because she would NOT perform back liposuction at the same time as my other procedures because she felt the surgery would be too long and unsafe. I respected that tremendously and it gave me confidence in her judgment. Ultimately, my experience reinforced the importance of doing your own research and documenting EVERYTHING you discuss. Don't assume that because an area was discussed or a procedure is described generally that you know exactly what will be treated. Ask specifically what areas are included and excluded, and confirm important discussions in writing. I had actually planned to return to Dr. Kalaria for additional work. Unfortunately, based on my overall experience, particularly how my concerns were handled afterward, I no longer feel comfortable doing so.

I came to Dr. Newman for a breast augmentation revision, which basically entailed redoing them…read morecompletely (lift, new implants, mesh support, skin removal, etc). I had a terrible experience with a previous surgeon, being a breast cancer survivor, it was pretty traumatizing. Naturally I was very nervous about getting the result I was looking for (this second go around), however it didn't take long for him and his staff, to have me feeling at ease. Dr. Newmans staff is top notch, so professional and beyond kind, from the ladies that called for appointment reminders, to the front desk staff, to the lady that was in the room with me and Dr. Newman during my consult. Dr. Newman, himself, is very soft spoken, kind and has such a good energy about him. He took his time and listened to exactly what I wanted to achieve. He asked me numerous questions and discussed in great detail what he would do to help me achieve the results I was looking for. The surgical center staff did not disappoint either. Summer was my nurse and she was absolutely amazing! So sweet, kept me very comfortable and warm while I waited for Dr. Newman. She was so good, I didn't even feel her put the IV in my arm (which is hard to find with my small veins). Dr. Patel was my Anesthesiologist (she's amazing). She called me a few days prior to my surgery and talked to me for about 30 minutes, going over everything she would do, the day of surgery, and really took her time discussing things I could do to ensure a Speedy recovery. On the day of my surgery She made me feel so comfortable and at ease! When I got home from surgery and was able to take my bra off and see my results, I cried happy tears. They look better than I had imagined. He gave me the lift I was looking for, without looking fake. Everything about them is perfect and symmetrical (which can be tricky, since I had a previous lumpectomy). Not only did I look amazing, I had the speediest recovery ever. I had very minimal swelling, no drains, only had to take 1 pain pill the night of the surgery and one the next night. I took Advil for 2 days and that was it. He is an absolute master of his craft and I will be referring any and everyone that Is looking for a plastic surgeon. Dr. Newman is the best!!!!

I'm a woman of a certain age, and about 10 years ago I promised myself that when I retired I would…read moreget a few procedures done on my tired and saggy self in order to live my last twenty years with some form of renewed physical confidence. Well, that time inevitably arrived and I found that it was only my face and neck that bothered me. I began the search to find the right surgeon for the work, and shelled out quite a bit of money in consultation fees with highly rated local surgeons. What ended up mattering was the "vibe" of the office, the time the surgeon spent on the consultation, and the quality of his assessment of my face and neck. My goal was to look like like a less wrinkled version of myself. I did not want to look "done." All my questions were answered and all my concerns addressed by Dr. Newman. I also loved the consistently positive nursing and office staff. I don't remember the day of the surgery with any accuracy, but I will say that the anesthesiologist Dr. Patel was incredibly kind and forthcoming. She made sure that I knew exactly what to expect. I'm very happy that I chose Dr, Michael Newman for this work. I'm nearly two months out from my neck and jawline surgery and I am so pleased. I also had an Erbium laser treatment (since I'd already be under anesthesia), so the recovery was a little tough on my thin skin. During this time, Dr. Newman and his staff basically babied me (because I AM a baby about this stuff) and he answered every anxious question with a zen-like calm. Every time I left the office, I felt a thousand times better. Dr. Newman's skillful talent is evident in my natural result, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

I was referred to Dr. David A. Bray Jr. by my Primary Care Doctor…read more When I received his information, I looked at is website. I found another patient, with my same issue! Her before and after photos were impressive! Previous to meeting with Dr. Bray Jr., I had done consultations, with other physicians, for this same surgery. I trust my own intuition. In prior situations, I just didn't feel motivated to move ahead before. I liked that Dr. Bray Jr. took his time. I felt he took my case very seriously. I also didn't feel that I was being sold something! I knew my health was the most important part of my whole surgery!! I felt at ease, confident and motivated to schedule my surgery. After doing my first consultation, I knew Dr. Bray Jr. was my guy!! Rose is his fantastic Patient Coordinator/ Manager. She is great with keeping patients on track and aware of every step! Christina is the efficient and sweet Medical Assistant. My personal experience of the whole process has been amazing! I'm so happy and grateful for everything! I'm in the first week of my healing and I can say it has been super smooth! I would encourage anyone, who wants to improve themselves, to meet with Dr.Bray Jr. and his great staff! I'm truly so happy with my outcome!!

I would absolutely not recommend this surgeon based on what we personally witnessed. I accompanied…read moremy best friend to a breast augmentation consult, and we were genuinely shocked by his behavior and bedside manner. During the appointment, he yelled at his medical assistant, Bri, and his surgical tech right in front of us. It was incredibly uncomfortable and unprofessional. We came in considering trusting this doctor with a major surgery, and instead we watched him speak to his own staff in a way that made the entire environment feel hostile. His staff even told us that he is always like that, which made the experience even more concerning. After witnessing his behavior firsthand, I now understand why his father, David Bray Sr., does not wish to have a relationship with his son, David Bray Jr. We initially went for a consult with his father but he was far too expensive than what my friend wanted to pay, hence why we went with Dr. Bray Jr. His father told us himself that he had nothing to do with his son's practice and wanted no involvement with it or him. After seeing the way Dr. Bray Jr. behaved toward the people working for him, that conversation made a lot more sense to us. The experience was so bad that we left, and my friend ultimately decided to go elsewhere for her surgery. Regardless of someone's surgical skills, the way a physician treats their staff, especially yelling at them in front of prospective patients, says a lot about the environment you're walking into. A plastic surgery consultation should make you feel comfortable, respected, and confident about trusting someone with your body. This experience did the complete opposite.

Dr. Petti was great throughout my whole process! She herself made feel comfortable and welcomed!…read moreShe gave me constant reassurance I was going to well taken care of. They were thorough with directions of after care for post op and care for preop. Each appointment I had was efficient. Any question I had whether big or small they never made a fuss of getting me the help I needed. The response time via phone was always nice and easy. Dr. Petti has a wonderful team and herself included. If I needed anymore work done I come back to her without a doubt! Her work on was impeccable. Healing was flawless. She goes above and beyond to ensure her patients are happy with their results!! At least I can say from my experience!!

I'm more than satisfied with Dr Petti and her staff. I've thought about some kind of treatment a…read morefew years ago, went to Dr Petti based on a coworker's recommendation. I was so glad that I went for Botox a couple years ago. I'm still getting Botox a few times per year. I've also gotten the Vivace microneedling a couple times. The photo I posted shows my last visit. I'm turning 48 in December and my goal is maintenance. It takes a couple weeks to see results but I just loved the brightness, the smoothness and I'm so pleased I came. Excellent results with Vivace. This visit, I had the Cool Peel laser for the first time. I was nervous because when my coworker had it, she looked like she got sunburned real bad. Well, that's the same with me but I'm so excited because I know the lines, wrinkles, coloring etc will be reduced and more even. My coworker still looks fabulous a year later. I have a few epionce boxes, the thermal spray, the arnika forte and cera ve free samples. My favorite is the thermal spray--refrigerated of course. Dr Petti is knowledgeable, friendly, professional and I'm just happy to be around her and her staff. They know what they're talking about, and I recommend going to her for sure.

I had a great experience at awaken aesthetics. Faith was incredibly friendly and helpful and…read morepersonable. Dr. Ahn was patient, thorough, realistic and honest. It was a breath of fresh air and made me feel really comfortable and in good hands. There's no pressure or rush for anything. In fact, you're encouraged to think everything over and not make any decisions until you're ready. I will be back. :)

I had really high hopes with this place. I did online research and decided to schedule an initial…read moreconsultation with them but unfortunately had to reschedule on more than one occasion. Faith and Michelle were the people contacting me about my appointments. During our call today Michelle complained that they had an hour set aside for me, which I apologized for and I explained what was going on and why I was unable to make my appointments. She told me it would be the third time I was rescheduling. I apologized and told her I have done my best to communicate with them why I was unable to make it. Given the way she spoke to me, I asked for her name and I asked to speak to a manager to which she responded that she was the manager. She rudely asked if I wanted to reschedule again. At this point I said no because I wouldn't even feel comfortable having to interact with her in person let alone have a procedure done here. I completely understand that time had been set aside for me as a potential new patient, however the lack of customer service is unfortunate.

Dr. Rosso has truly been nothing but the best doctor. From the very beginning, he has been…read moreincredibly patient, kind, understanding, and compassionate with me. He always takes the time to listen to my concerns, answer all of my questions, and make sure I feel comfortable and heard. What I appreciate most is that he never makes me feel rushed or like I'm just another patient. He genuinely cares and takes the time to explain everything clearly, which has made such a difference for me. His professionalism, knowledge, patience, and bedside manner are truly exceptional. I'm so grateful to have a doctor who treats his patients with so much respect and compassion. Dr. Rosso goes above and beyond, and I honestly couldn't ask for a better doctor. He's very funny also! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for someone who truly cares about their patients. Thank you, Dr. Rosso, for everything you do and being so patient with me during my pain

Dr. Rosso is truly incredible and highly experienced. I had a breast reduction on 4/21, and my…read moreentire experience from the procedure to recovery has been smooth and reassuring. He has a great bedside manner, is very caring, and also straightforward and efficient, which I really appreciated. I felt confident and well taken care of throughout the whole process. I'm already loving my results, and the relief from back pain has made such a difference in my daily life. I'm so grateful I chose him! The office staff is also very supportive and they will answer any additional questions if needed!

After five previous surgeries related to breast cancer, my right breast was never properly…read morereconstructed -- physically or emotionally. I had honestly given up hope that things could ever look or feel right again. Then I met Dr. Lisa Jewel, and everything changed. From our very first appointment, she truly listened to me. She understood not only what I wanted aesthetically, but what this journey had meant to me personally. Her compassion, attention to detail, and confidence immediately put me at ease - something I hadn't felt with any previous surgeon. Six months later, the results are beyond anything I could have imagined. Everything looks incredible, and more importantly, my confidence has been completely restored. I finally feel like myself again. Every single person in her office deserves praise as well - from scheduling to billing to the clinical staff, everyone treated me with kindness, patience, and genuine care. They listened to my needs and made the entire process seamless and supportive. Finding Dr. Jewel was truly life-changing. This experience has been priceless, and I am endlessly grateful.

Dr. Lisa Jewell at South Bay Plastic Surgeons performed a breast reduction and liposuction on the…read moreside of my chest. From the beginning her office staff was very easy to communicate with and made me feel at ease. At my initial appointment Dr. Jewell listened to my concerns, did a thorough examination, and walked me through my options. Her staff worked with my insurance to provide me the best care with optimal coverage. On the day of the procedure she took her time to make markings, and that showed in the results. I had regular follow up appointments, and she worked with me to find a solution when one incision was slower in healing. Throughout the process I was continually impressed with the amount of information given to me, and how thoroughly all my questions were addressed. She gave very clear instructions regarding healing, medication, scar treatment, and what I should expect at different times during the healing. Any time I had a question the office staff was very response by both phone and email. Dr. Jewell has a calming and confident bedside manner, and it helped me feel at ease in her care. I am so satisfied with the final look of my reduction! She made sure that the final look was symmetrical (but not in a weird way), and fit my frame beautifully. I would recommend her to anyone thinking about plastic surgery, either cosmetic or reconstructive.

Jim Wethe was my student in my post graduate advanced aesthetic surgery fellowship. I could tell…read moreeven at that time he was talented. I have trained dozens of young plastic surgeons and I found Dr Wethe's aesthetic sense of creating beauty in both body and facial surgery was one of the best .He has progressed to a present day leader in the field. My highest recommendation. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen director advanced aesthetic fellowship Beverly Hills

I love, love, love, Dr. Wethe!…read more He is THE BEST! I was referred to Dr. Wethe by a few family members who could not stop raving about how happy they were with their experience. Since my procedure, I have had several of my friends from hawaii fly here after seeing what an incredible job he does.

Dr. Jay is truly the best of the best. Her bedside manner is exceptional--warm, attentive, and…read morereassuring. Both my son and I are her patients, and we couldn't be more grateful for her care. She truly listens, offers sound, thoughtful advice, and every treatment plan she's recommended has worked. With her years of experience, it's clear she stays current with the latest medical advancements, always providing the most effective and personalized care. Most importantly, she's kind and genuinely cares for her patients. It's rare these days to find a doctor who not only excels clinically but is also supported by a compassionate, competent staff. We feel lucky to have found Dr. Jay and her team. Can't say enough good things about them!

Called to make an appointment. A female answered and left me on hold. Been for over 15 mins.!!…read moreWow insane. Got tired of waiting so i hung up.