Plastic Surgeons in Downey, California (Los Angeles County)

Dr. Michael R. Schwartz is a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Thousand Oaks. With many years of surgical experience, Dr. Schwartz is skilled with a range of advanced plastic and reconstructive surgery procedures, and he combines both his medical expertise and artistic skill to create the most beautiful, natural-looking results possible for his patients. Dr. Schwartz designs individualized treatment plans for each patient in order to yield results that best meet their unique aesthetic goals. He performs a variety of advanced cosmetic enhancement procedures, including facelift, nose surgery (rhinoplasty), breast augmentation, breast reduction, tummy tuck, liposuction, labiaplasty, and more. Dr. Schwartz also offers many minimally-invasive non-surgical treatments, such as BOTOX Cosmetic, Ultherapy, laser skin resurfacing, and injectable dermal fillers.Dr. Schwartz is extensively trained in both general surgery and plastic surgery. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Southern California, and a residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. He is certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Schwartz continues to stay at the forefront of his field through authoring and presenting research on the latest advanced surgical techniques and technologies to national audiences and teaching other surgeons about some of the latest surgical procedures. He is a national educator for both Sientra and Mentor Corporations, and has taught many plastic surgeons about the new Anatomic Shaped Breast Implants. Dr. Schwartz is a fellow in the American College of Surgeons, and also holds membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and other respected medical organizations. Your Consultation Dr. Schwartz is devoted to safety, patient comfort, and overall satisfaction. His goal is for no patient to walk away from his office unhappy. In order to reach this goal, Dr. Schwartz meets one-on-one with each patient to discuss in detail all treatment options, procedures, and expectations. At your consultation, he will attentively listen to your cosmetic goals and desires, answer any questions you may have, and make recommendations as to how you can best reach your goals. Dr. Schwartz may advise against excessive or unnecessary procedures, as he hopes to create the most natural-looking results possible for you. He aims to remain open and honest if there may be other options to help you meet your needs. Dr. Schwartz hopes to educate you about the treatment process as much as possible, so you can make an informed decision on how to proceed with your cosmetic enhancement. After a thorough consultation, Dr. Schwartz will design a unique, customized treatment plan created to provide beautiful, natural-looking results.... See More

Following my many years of plastic surgery training, after learning cosmetic surgery, I incorporated into private practice a philosophy that has worked for my patients and me. It is based on these important tenets: Honest, up front answers to all questions; availability to listen to my patients' needs; information without pressure, so that cosmetic surgery is always the patient's decision. By following these dictates, using sound judgement and safe surgical practices, I have seen fears turned into wonderful experiences. Your Consultation Complimentary cosmetic consultations are given by Dr. Costanzo. At that time, your questions will be fully answered and alternatives will be discussed.... See More

Subhas Gupta, MD, CM, PhD, FRCSC, FACS - Chairman and Professor - The Department of Plastic Surgery - Loma Linda University. Dr. Gupta possesses a unique set of skills as a locally, nationally, and internationally recognized plastic surgeon. Though he has helped train many leading aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgeons, he believes his first responsibility is to care for and educate each of his patients. Dr Subhas Gupta has a successful and productive career in the Inland Empire of Southern California extending over the past 15 years. He has a broad clinical practice based at Loma Linda University with offices in Riverside, Murrieta, and Redlands using his clinical expertise in aesthetic surgery focusing on facial rejuvenation and breast and body contouring as well as technology-enhanced surgery such as endoscopic, laser, and ultrasound methods. Dr Gupta’s practice extends broadly in to the fields of microsurgery, hand reconstruction, complex soft tissue infections and defects, and breast reconstruction. He has brought a broad surgical expertise and international clinical experience to the Inland Empire. After graduating from McGill University School of Medicine in Montreal, Canada, Dr Gupta spent nearly a decade in postgraduate training completing residency training and fellowships in General Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hand and Microsurgery, Aesthetic and Laser Surgery, and Patient Safety. He has also undertaken additional training in cosmetic skin care, anti-aging medicine, nutrition, and exercise physiology. Dr Gupta is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Association of Plastic Surgeons, the Plastic Surgery Research Council, the American College of Surgeons and several other national groups. He has published over 75 scientific articles and textbook chapters and serves on several scientific review and editorial boards. He has been well recognized for his contributions to research in cosmetic surgery, minimally invasive aesthetic techniques, laser surgery, scar control, informatics, outcomes assessment, and wound healing with funded fellowships, research grants, and paper/presentation awards from numerous specialty and national societies. As Chairman of his clinical department at Loma Linda, Dr Subhas Gupta has been responsible for setting the direction of faculty surgeons, including strategic planning, clinical practice, education, research, fiscal management, and faculty development as well as leading activities for new initiatives. As the Chair, he has developed a deep understanding of the field of plastic surgery, drivers, values, emerging clinical trends, relationships to other specialties, and their significance for education, research and clinical service. Dr Gupta believes his first responsibility as a plastic surgeon is to care for and educate each of his patients. He is available to see patients for consultation in both Riverside and Loma Linda.... See More

Once you have chosen to have plastic or reconstructive surgery, the most important decision you will make is selecting a surgeon. As a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Punjabi recognizes the importance of clinical experience, surgical expertise, attention to detail, current innovative technology and consistently delivering excellence in patient care."The cornerstone of my philosophy is dedication to excellence, while care and concern are at the heart. Developing a good understanding of my patient's expectations and desired goals is of the utmost importance and I am able to accomplish the best result for my patients when they are well informed and thoroughly understand the benefits and limitations of what can be achieved. My staff and I are committed to providing our patients with a total positive experience in a confidential, caring and compassionate manner with as little inconvenience as possible. My patients are treated like my family"Dr. Punjabi's priority is to provide you with the skill, experience and care that you are looking for in a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. You can be certain that his input and interest in your expectations and desired goals will make you feel comfortable and confident that you are in good "hands". Your Consultation It is Dr. Punjabi's priority to make your first visit as comfortable as possible. The purpose of the consultation is to discover your expectations, desires and goals. the consultation provides ample time for you to ask questions or express any concerns you may have about the procedure. Dr. Punjabi will give you a professional and honest opinion about what he believes he can achieve. Our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make a decision that is best for you.... See More