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Roy David, MD

Facial Plastic Surgeon

San Diegofacialplastic surgeon Dr. Roy David is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and specializes in plastic surgery exclusively of the Face, Nose, Eyes, Neck, and Scalp. He has been in practice in San Diego for over ten years, helping thousands of patients to achieve their goals.

Dr. David is double-board certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. David is one of a select group ofplastic surgeons to complete a prestigious Fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery under the auspices of the AAFPRS.

Click here to read about board certification and choosing a Facial Plastic Surgeon.

As an accredited outpatient surgery facility, La Jolla Center for Facial Plastic Surgery, Inc., is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety and service in outpatient surgery. Dr. David has served as a nationally certified surgical facility inspector, and the surgical suite is accredited by AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care). The center uses only board certified anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists.

San Diego cosmetic surgeon Dr. David commonly performs facialplastic surgery and procedures which include the following:

• Facelift
• Nasal Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
• Revision Rhinoplasty
• Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
• Ear-reshaping Surgery (Otoplasty)
• Skin enhancing procedures which include Laser Resurfacing, Dermabrasion, Chemical Peel, Botox®,and Collagen Injection.

His practice philosophy is based first and foremost upon careful attention to the patient’s specific desires for improvement. This is facilitated through an in-depth consultation, as well as the use of cutting-edge computer imaging technology. This exciting innovation allows the patient to become more involved in the surgical planning process by seeing what they may look like after surgery.

San Diegoplastic surgeon Dr. Roy David utilizes state of the art surgical techniques including endoscopic forehead lift, laser skin resurfacing, and follicular unit hair transplants, which are also time-tested and effective. The goal is to achieve a natural appearing, highly aesthetic result.

Raised in Northern California, Dr. David moved with his family to Israel as a teenager. He later served for three years in an elite paratrooper unit where he gained experience as a medic. Following military service, Dr. David returned to California and attended college at the University of California at San Diego, where he was appointed a regents scholar and graduated summa cum laude.

Dr. David went on to attend medical school at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, one of our nation’s top medical schools. He then completed a five year surgical residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Illinois in Chicago, which included intensive training in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the head and neck.

During Head and Neck Surgery residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr. David trained under internationally known leaders in Rhinoplasty and Revision Rhinoplasty surgery, mastering the open “structure” rhinoplasty and closed rhinoplasty approaches. He realized his passion lay in facial plastic surgery. Following residency, Dr. David was chosen for a fellowship position at the renowned Rousso Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic in Birmingham, where he further refined his skills in facial rejuvenation, rhinoplasty, and hair restoration surgery.

In addition to his private practice, Dr. David is a Volunteer Clinical Instructor in the University of California, San Diego, Department of Surgery.

Dr. David welcomes the opportunity to give back to our community, especially to wounded veterans who have protected our country and to our local schools. For more information please contact our office.

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Michael Rossi, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Michael Rossi is a warm, charismatic individual with a big heart and an artistic eye for detail driven by a desire to help his patients achieve their aesthetic body goals and become the best version of themselves. He was born into a large, tight-knit medical family in the Midwest, which played a major role in the man and physician he is today. He takes great pride in treating every patient who walks into his office like family and listens to their needs to help them achieve their ideal self.

Dr. Rossi is dedicated to personal nutrition, health and physical fitness and enjoys not only performing body augmenting and contouring operations, but also helping patients maintain their beautiful results through tailored diet and exercise plans. He understands the benefits of physical fitness on mental health and is driven by the joy and self-confidence his patients display at the end of their body transformation journeys.

Dr. Rossi was born in Chicago and grew up in central Illinois where he attended the University of Illinois. He remained in his home state to pursue his medical education at the University of Illinois College of Medicine followed by 6 years of intense surgical training at the University of Illinois Chicago Metropolitan Group Hospitals program under the tutelage of many accomplished surgeons and educators. As he progressed through training, it became obvious his outgoing personality, keen attention to detail, advanced surgical skill and innovative style made him a perfect fit for the field of plastic surgery.

After completing his surgical training in Chicago, Dr. Rossi relocated to Houston, Texas to pursue three additional years of Plastic Surgery fellowship training at a premiere program in the largest medical center in the world. While in Texas, Dr. Rossi operated alongside nationally renowned plastic surgeons and attended multiple local and national cosmetic surgery meetings to remain up to date with plastic surgery trends and safety measures. He was fortunate to have the opportunity to travel to El Salvador on a cleft lip and palate mission trip where he had the privilege of fixing the smiles of multiple beautiful children. This mission remains dear to his heart and one he will continue the rest of his career.

Southern California is where Dr. Rossi has always desired to work and raise his family. He enjoys being physically active, volunteering in his community and spending quality time with his beautiful wife, former Mrs. Illinois 2014 and 2015, Lindsey, and their three adorable children. While his true passions are his family, friends and patients, his favorite hobbies outside the office include snow skiing, scuba diving, weight lifting, photography, fashion, coaching his son’s sports teams and traveling. Earning a patient’s trust is a privilege he takes very seriously and his desire to positively touch lives has left a trail of close friends and happy patients everywhere he has been. Back To Top

MEET OUR STAFF

Angela

Office Manager: Angela began her career in the beauty industry as Christian Dior’s ambassador to the United States, where she was responsible for nationwide training. She then worked in the medical spa industry for over seven years as an esthetician and spa manager before joining our practice. She enjoys supervising our outstanding surgical and spa teams to ensure a high level of customer service and satisfaction. Angela’s door is always open and she loves meeting with clients and patients, so please share your questions or comments.

Ruth

Patient Care Coordinator: Ruth has been working in the Plastic surgery and esthetic field since 2009. She is a licensed esthetician and has obtained her masters esthetician certificate. Ruth is very warm and nurturing allowing her to establish great bonding relationships with patients. She is an excellent listener, very knowledgeable and is committed to offering outstanding advice to patients to achieve their goals. She received her bachelor’s degree from San Diego State. Ruth was born in Australia but has grown up here in beautiful San Diego since she was 4 years old.

Lindsey

Patient Care Coordinator: Lindsey was born and raised in Alpine, California and has been a San Diego resident her entire life. She has worked in the plastic surgery field for over 8 years and has developed a wealth of knowledge. Her experience allows her to help each patient choose what procedures are the best fit for them. Her compassionate nature connects with patients and she truly understands their needs. She guides them through the entire process, ensuring their cosmetic concerns are addressed so they can look and feel like the very best version of themselves. She truly cares about every patient and wants them to have an amazing experience with our office from start to finish and beyond.

Kristen

Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner: Kristen is a nationally board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in aesthetic medicine. She completed her training at the University of Tennessee, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Masters of Science in Nursing. Kristen believes in optimal health from the inside out, and that everyone deserves to look and feel his or her absolute best. Her expertise is advanced aesthetic procedures such as neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport, dermal fillers, body contouring, microneedling, laser procedures, and non-invasive facial rejuvenation.

Jennifer

Registered Nurse: Jennifer graduated Cum Laude from San Diego State University with her Bachelors in Nursing Science. She has worked in the hospital, outpatient setting, and as a Nurse Case Manager. For the last 5 years, Jennifer has loved working as an Aesthetic Nurse helping her clients find the best treatment options to meet their goals. Jennifer has extensive experience performing aesthetic services such as Botox, Dysport, Microneedling, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), IPL, Resurfx Photofractional, and Laser Hair Removal. Her clients frequently complement her on her thoroughness and effectiveness of treatments, she makes all of her clients feel special and well taken care of.

Lauren

Registered Nurse: Lauren graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Rutgers University in New Jersey, where she was born and raised. She moved to Southern California after finishing her degree and began working as both an aesthetic and perioperative nurse. Lauren is extremely detail oriented, which makes her a great nurse in these fields. She was drawn to cosmetics because she loved the idea of helping people feel more confident. Her specialities include botox, dysport, filler, microneedling with PRP, laser hair removal, and other various lasers including IPL, Resurfx, erbium, tattoo removal, and vascular reduction. She also works in the operating room alongside Dr. David. When Lauren is not at work you can most likely find her working out or reading on the beach.

Brenna

Registered Nurse: Brenna graduated from the University of Seattle with a Bachelor’s in nursing. Brenna is very passionate about art and is an artist herself. She uses her artistic eye when treating her patients to make them look and feel beautiful. She is highly experienced in all laser treatments as well as fillers, disport etc… One of her favorite procedures is enhancing and shaping lips and cheekbones.

Reyna

Medical Assistant: A certified Medical Assistant, Reyna assists Dr. David with pre and post op visits, and helps prepare our patients for surgery. She enjoys the excitement of making positive changes in patients’ lives. Reyna’s friendliness and warmth help our patients feel right at home when they come to visit and we are proud to have her as part of our team.

Misty

Certified Surgical Technologist: Misty is our Certified Surgical Technologist, she is Dr. David’s primary assistant in the operating room. Misty earned her certification from Concorde Career College and has been in the Cosmetic Surgery field since 2011. She will be with you throughout your surgical experience and is an integral part of our team.

Sarah

Aesthetician: Sarah is a San Diego native with a passion and drive for revolutionary skin care treatments and products. She became interested in the skin care industry as a teenager and became a licensed aesthetician in 2012. Whether she is at the front desk or in the treatment room, Sarah strives to make every patients experience a positive and relaxing one. During her free time, she enjoys music, swimming, and spending time with her family.

Kateryna

Aesthetician: Kateryna is a bilingual, multi-faceted esthetician who first became licensed in Europe in 1993. She possesses a Bachelor’s Degree and a technical-school degree from an acclaimed European lyceum equivalent to a nurse assistant. Kateryna is highly skilled in various facial treatments, including chemical peels, derma-sweep, anti-aging, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning and waxing. In addition, she has successfully completed training on advanced peels and anti-aging facials. She is always enthusiastically complimented by clients for her sociable personality and her innate ability to make every client feel as comfortable as possible.

Ruby

Front Desk Reception:Ruby is a delightful addition to our team. She has always been intrigued by the beauty industry and is excited to be working in the Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa field She aspires to make every patient feel at home when they walk through the door. In her spare time she enjoys decorating her home, entertaining, everything that sparkles and mostly the color pink.

MJ

Front Desk Reception:MJ has been in the service industry for many years and is passionate about getting to know all of our patients and making sure they receive quality service and attention from the moment they walk through the door. She will greet you with a big friendly smile and makes all of our patients feel welcome. Her biggest passion in life is being a mother to her beautiful daughter and she enjoys cooking and the outdoors.

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