Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, UCLA School of Medicine, advanced level resident instructor. Newsweek conducted a national survey among plastic surgeons, asking them to recommend the best plastic surgeons in their state as well as across the U.S. Additionally, participants were asked to rank their peers according to several quality dimensions.The rankings feature the top 200 plastic surgeons for breast augmentation and the top 150 for liposuction, facelift and rhinoplasty. In total, 387 individual plastic surgeons were ranked, with some being recognized for more than one procedure.
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Steven Teitelbaum is an Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the UCLA School of Medicine, past President of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons, and has been in private practice in Santa Monica since 1995. He specializes exclusively in aesthetic plastic surgery. Dr. Teitelbaum received his medical education at UCLA School of Medicine and he completed his surgical residency at Harvard.
Vicki has worked in plastic surgery for eighteen years and has scheduled surgery for Dr. Teitelbaum since 2003. She is always busy not just with the many important details of helping patients choose a time for their surgery, but also with coordinating travel and hotel plans for out of town patients and with setting up phone or Skype consultations.
My ophthalmologist father and neurosurgeon uncle were devoted to their patients and epitomized the deeply rooted responsibilities of a surgeon to their patients. They wore their white coats with humility and taught me to honor the trust put into them by their patients. No matter how much medicine becomes commercialized, that traditional standard of care was ingrained into me throughout my upbringing.
Reviews (9)
Emily Young
May 07, 2022
I love Dr. Teitelbaum's office. He has a stellar crew. Dr. Teitelbaum himself is darling and an exceptional breast surgeon. April Stocker PA was very personable, adeptly skilled, and readily available every time I reached out. Every appointment with her has been right on time. I look forward to my check-ins with her.
Vicki Koplow
Dec 07, 2021
I had a facelift with upper and lower eyelids done four weeks ago by Dr. Teitelbaum. I must say the entire experience was exceptional from start to finish. The support from his nursing staff was so helpful and comforting. They were always available for questions. Dr. Moorman the anesthesiologist did such an amazing job. I was awake and I was ready to be discharged out of recovery in 40 minutes.
My result looks so natural I am thrilled with the way it looks! Who says you can't go back in time! Recovery went so smoothly very little discomfort, I only took three pain pills. I truly did not need more. I was merely the canvas for Dr. Teitelbaum's fine surgical skills and aesthetic artistry.
My result looks so natural I am thrilled with the way it looks! Who says you can't go back in time! Recovery went so smoothly very little discomfort, I only took three pain pills. I truly did not need more. I was merely the canvas for Dr. Teitelbaum's fine surgical skills and aesthetic artistry.
Amanda Coletto
Aug 23, 2021
Dr. Teitelbaum is the BEST surgeon you will ever have the pleasure of meeting. I was 17 and struggling with having a severe deformity in my breasts. I was incredibly insecure from years of being bullied for my deformity. I went to see one surgeon before Dr. T, he looked at me and told me I had the worst breast's he's ever seen and that I am not fixable.
I was devastated, somehow I was giving the opportunity to meet with Dr. T and he made me feel so confident and comfortable with who I was before he even operated. He changed my life in two surgeries when other surgeons said to do it in 4 or 6 etc. Dr. T and his team are truly amazing, they are the kindest and most endearing people you will ever meet.
It's been 4 years and I just got married, to this day I am still in contact with Dr. T and his team showing them pictures of me in my dress and thanking them for all their hard work (trust me it wasn't easy work). I wouldn't be where I am today if it weren't for Dr. T and his wonderful team.
I was devastated, somehow I was giving the opportunity to meet with Dr. T and he made me feel so confident and comfortable with who I was before he even operated. He changed my life in two surgeries when other surgeons said to do it in 4 or 6 etc. Dr. T and his team are truly amazing, they are the kindest and most endearing people you will ever meet.
It's been 4 years and I just got married, to this day I am still in contact with Dr. T and his team showing them pictures of me in my dress and thanking them for all their hard work (trust me it wasn't easy work). I wouldn't be where I am today if it weren't for Dr. T and his wonderful team.
Joe Gillan
Aug 11, 2021
Jenny Johnson
Nov 13, 2020
Dr Teitelbaum and his staff are caring professionals working to achieve high quality, natural and realistic patient results and satisfaction. From the moment I spoke with his office; I was impressed. When I met Dr T for my consultant, I knew immediately I found a physician I could trust with my face and Brow Lift! I work in the medical community and SoCal has a lot of plastic surgeons.
When I decided I was ready for some enhancements in my facial appearance (over 50); I did a lot a research on procedures as well as surgeons. I asked friends and colleagues for referrals. After careful review; I narrowed it down to three - Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Newport Beach. I read reviews; websites and poured over the before and after pics. So, believe me when I write: you'll Love Dr Teitelbaum and his staff; April, Michelle, Vicki, Jackie, Maria!
They listen to your desires, goals and concerns. I was sent detailed information about the procedures ahead of my consultant, including info about the risks, recovery and what to expect. They did a thorough intake of my health history. During my first consultant, Dr T was running behind and popped in to apolgize for making me wait. Impressive! And once we started chatting about my goals, desires and concerns, I understood why he may run late.
He LISTENS! He answers questions. He reviews your health background. He develops a plan that meets those goals and understands if you don't have an unlimited budget to tackle everything at once. (I'm definitely going back for my face lift!) He and his staff followed up with information; directions for Pre-OP and pricing. There were no surprises or missteps.
On the day of the surgery, Dr T decided to eliminate a small procedure on my lower eyelids, because he didn't believe it was really necessary. I was a little shocked and at the same time, pleased that once it came down to Performance Time; he was making his best professional and clinical decisions. He refunded that portion. This Dr is about delivering beautiful results.
I could not be more pleased with the outcome. My friends just think I look rested and when I show them the before; they are like WOW! What a difference! They didn't realize how much my eyelids sagged, how angry my brow lines were and the wrinkles in my forehead. During the recovery process; Michelle was such a sweetheart. We were laughing because she woke me up from a great dream.
All along the way, April was there to answer my questions via phone calls and email. And, i even had a question for Dr T and he responded via cell text. They never made me feel unimportant or complaining. They were professional and concerned as well as excited for me. Great support regarding any fears too! Read his website; every word chosen is a deliberate reflection of his philosophy and beliefs.
As for the other two doctors I intereviewed; I left the office of the OC doc after 5 minutes because he came in not wearing a mask during Covid! I knew we were not a match. The other doctor was awesome, but kept insisting i needed a face lift vs some eye work. Dr Teitelbaum listened. (And, his staff always wears mask even though they have been vacciinated!) TRUST I feel more confident with and without makeup.
I wake up and no longer look "haggard" in the morning. And, I feel like my self - vibrant, happy and no longer "angry" with those middle of the brow lines! Thank you for helping me gain my "bright" self back!
When I decided I was ready for some enhancements in my facial appearance (over 50); I did a lot a research on procedures as well as surgeons. I asked friends and colleagues for referrals. After careful review; I narrowed it down to three - Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Newport Beach. I read reviews; websites and poured over the before and after pics. So, believe me when I write: you'll Love Dr Teitelbaum and his staff; April, Michelle, Vicki, Jackie, Maria!
They listen to your desires, goals and concerns. I was sent detailed information about the procedures ahead of my consultant, including info about the risks, recovery and what to expect. They did a thorough intake of my health history. During my first consultant, Dr T was running behind and popped in to apolgize for making me wait. Impressive! And once we started chatting about my goals, desires and concerns, I understood why he may run late.
He LISTENS! He answers questions. He reviews your health background. He develops a plan that meets those goals and understands if you don't have an unlimited budget to tackle everything at once. (I'm definitely going back for my face lift!) He and his staff followed up with information; directions for Pre-OP and pricing. There were no surprises or missteps.
On the day of the surgery, Dr T decided to eliminate a small procedure on my lower eyelids, because he didn't believe it was really necessary. I was a little shocked and at the same time, pleased that once it came down to Performance Time; he was making his best professional and clinical decisions. He refunded that portion. This Dr is about delivering beautiful results.
I could not be more pleased with the outcome. My friends just think I look rested and when I show them the before; they are like WOW! What a difference! They didn't realize how much my eyelids sagged, how angry my brow lines were and the wrinkles in my forehead. During the recovery process; Michelle was such a sweetheart. We were laughing because she woke me up from a great dream.
All along the way, April was there to answer my questions via phone calls and email. And, i even had a question for Dr T and he responded via cell text. They never made me feel unimportant or complaining. They were professional and concerned as well as excited for me. Great support regarding any fears too! Read his website; every word chosen is a deliberate reflection of his philosophy and beliefs.
As for the other two doctors I intereviewed; I left the office of the OC doc after 5 minutes because he came in not wearing a mask during Covid! I knew we were not a match. The other doctor was awesome, but kept insisting i needed a face lift vs some eye work. Dr Teitelbaum listened. (And, his staff always wears mask even though they have been vacciinated!) TRUST I feel more confident with and without makeup.
I wake up and no longer look "haggard" in the morning. And, I feel like my self - vibrant, happy and no longer "angry" with those middle of the brow lines! Thank you for helping me gain my "bright" self back!
Roya Ghafouri
Nov 23, 2018
Dr. Teitelbaum is a master at his skill. I had several consultations with other surgeons and immediately I knew he was the perfect surgeon for me. His bedside manner, knowledge and experience gave me all the confidence I needed that I was in the best hands. As a surgeon myself I was incredibly impressed by the seamless process of the entire surgery including my excellent post surgical results. I am one year out from my surgery and my results are outstanding thanks to the masterful work of Dr. Teitelbaum.
Susan Avallon
May 30, 2018
Breast augmentation all the way back in 2004, and I could not be happier with it. Dr. Teitelbaum's work looks beautiful and natural. The whole staff was both approachable and professional. Most amazingly, I had almost no pain (still not sure how he accomplished that!) This was a totally positive experience all around.
Twinkie Girl
May 29, 2014
I wanted to look less tired and everyone told me I needed a face-lift. I was scared because face lifts look so plastic. Then my friend went to Dr T. I visited her that night and she looked great, no bruising. So I decided and I cant believe I waited so long. Dr. T is an artist! He was sometimes in surgery when I came back for my followups, but Audrey took the stitches all out and she was gentle and easy to talk to. Other than that and the expensive parking I look amazing! I just sent a friend there. I am so happy how I look. I would recommend Dr T to anyone.
Fran Moorman
Apr 02, 2014
I have had 2 separate procedures done by Dr. Teitelbaum. Having had bariatric surgery, I desperately needed excess tissue removed from my arms and I had a bad skin cancer on my face near my nose. The thoroughness of Dr. Teitelbaum in his approach to each procedure was wonderful! He very carefully explained to me each procedure, its pros and cons and what I could expect after the surgery.
Any fears that I had were alleviated by his thorough, positive approach. I can recommend Dr. Teitelbaum to any of my friends who are contemplating plastic surgery with no reservations! He is compassionate, thoughtful, thorough, professional and an extremely talented surgeon!
Any fears that I had were alleviated by his thorough, positive approach. I can recommend Dr. Teitelbaum to any of my friends who are contemplating plastic surgery with no reservations! He is compassionate, thoughtful, thorough, professional and an extremely talented surgeon!
