J. Timothy Katzen, MD

HIghly Recommended, Great Experience - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by plaidly

Body Lift

I corresponded with about a dozen surgeons, met with five in person, continued into full consultations with three, and this was all just to make me feel better about what I knew from the second I met him... Dr. Katzen was my surgeon. He understood what was important to me, he's extraordinarily skilled, he never once treated me like an object, he never condescended to me. His staff was friendly and responsive, his facilities clean and professional. If you're even thinking about this type of surgery, you need to at least meet him in person.

Arm and Breast Lift After Weight Loss Surgery - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by Bariatric After Life by Cari

Arm Lift

Now that I'm an official -- AND SUCCESSFUL -- post-op, I figure it's time to write a review of Dr. Katzen. Let me just say that I LOVE this man -- since the day of my surgery, he's made me feel that I'm his only patient. How, on earth he's able to accomplish this is beyond me, but he does it with compassion and gentle concern. Remember, I've taken to calling him Dr. "Zen" because of his amazingly calm, patient and comforting bedside manner. Whether he's returning one of my panicky calls on the way home from surgery, or visiting with me in one of my post-op appointments, he has NEVER made me feel crazy for my concerns -- never once. He is reassuring and very compassionate -- two things I cannot stress enough.

So Happy with my Tummy Tuck! - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by LorenaAl

He is wonderful. I knew about Dr. Katzen through my co-workers. Dr. Katzen is a highly recommended doctor.

Dr. Katzen is the Bestest, He Rocks! - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by Sharonj

Tummy Tuck

From the moment I met Dr. Katzen I felt at ease. This is saying a lot coming from someone who was so nervous about the consult because I knew I had to show him my disfigured body. I NEVER let anyone see how much excess skin I had NEVER. Not even my husband!!! In fact, my husband went with me to the consult but I didn't allow him to come in the room cause I didn't want the man I had been married to for 11 years to see me naked. Crazy, huh? Dr. Katzen was so sweet, kind, and understanding. He truly made me feel at ease and made the horrible process of taking pictures for insurance bearable. That's right....Dr. Katzen worked with my insurance. Not once did he say this was a cosmetic procedure but a reconstruction. There have been some complications and bumps along the way but here is where I think Dr. Katzen's true nature shines. I have walked in his office crying, emotional, elated. My emotions have been all over the place and with every new emotion or concern I bring he handles me in the most patient way of anyone I have ever met. This is where I give Dr. Katzen his wings. I owe it all to Dr. Katzen. He got my insurance to approve my tummy tuck, he did an amazing job, but more importantly when I walk in his office I feel like I am his only patient. He never rushes me, or dismisses my feelings, or makes me feel like I am abnormal. To sum up this review....DR. Katzen is the bestest, he ROCKS!!!!!

Simply the BEST! - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by Christine35

I first saw Dr. Katzen on "The Real Skinny" like many others. I live in South Carolina & had talked to many other plastic surgeons and didn't like them. So I contacted Dr. Katzen's office & got a consultation and really like how he talked to you & explained everything to you. To myself personally, Dr. Katzen is the best board certified plastic surgeon there is. His bed side manor is incredible! The care that he gives is impeccable. He really explains that you approach this procedure seriously. It is life changing to go though it & Dr. Katzen will be there for you every step of the way. Thank you for reading my review.

Dr. Katzen is Just As Kind and Gentle in Person As He Was on TV - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by LissaG

Body Lift

I saw him on TLC's "The Real Skinny" and had to see what he was all about. He's a great doctor. I was sitting at home and saw the commercial for “The Real Skinny” and was mesmerized. I made a mental note to be home and watch the episode that told Sarah’s story. I have to say I watched the whole episode with tears in my eyes. I think for the first time I felt I wasn’t alone. When Sarah used her hair dryer to dry her tummy I lost it. I thought I was the only one that did that! By the end of the show I was bawling. When the repeat came on I had my husband sit down and watch the show with me. I decided that I wanted to meet Dr. Katzen and have a consultation to see what he could do for me. Dr. Katzen was just as kind and gentle as he appeared to be on the program. He immediately made me feel at ease and really seemed to understand what I was feeling and thinking. For me the most difficult part was undressing and letting Dr. Katzen do the exam. At this point I was newly married and my own husband hadn’t seen me entirely naked! Dr. Katzen really "held my hand" through the whole exam and gave me a glimpse of what he could do to help me. Dr. Katzen wasn’t just a face behind a mask. He was there before the surgery and talked with both me and my husband. When I was taken to the back for the pre-surgery pictures, again the most difficult part for me, Dr. Katzen was a very calming presence, very reassuring. When the nurse came in to place my IV (truly the scariest part for me) she was wonderful, was aware that I was scared, and took great care to make sure I was in no pain or discomfort during the placement of the IV. All the while, Dr. Katzen was sitting at the foot of my bed doing his paperwork. All the subsequent doctor's visits have been just as pleasant. I had a couple of rough patches in my recovery, during which one time my husband and I had to go down to Dr. Katzen's office well after office hours and Dr. Katzen met us downstairs personally, wheelchair in hand, and wheeled me upstairs to make certain I was okay. He's been positive and thoughtful and definitely cares about his patients and the kind of changes he is helping to make in their lives. My next step will to be to have brachioplasty and a breast lift and augmentation and after that the thigh lift ~ there is no one I would trust to do this than Dr. Katzen!

Dr. Katzen is a Miracle Worker! - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by EagleKaren

Butt Implants

He is truly a miracle worker. I interviewed five plastic surgeons and found him to be the best for me. After interviewing five plastic surgeons, the decision was easy….Dr. Katzen! He made me feel like I was important to him as a person. He did the work that I requested and he made me feel good about me. He answered every question I asked and never made me feel like any question was dumb or stupid…and my husband was made to feel great too! So I have another angel in my life. Who knew that angels wore surgical scrubs!? The office staff at both office sites are more like friends than “the office personnel”. Everyone was so helpful and never make you feel like you are a bother. Thank you, Dr. Katzen, for giving “me” back to me!

My Only Regret is Not Doing This Sooner - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by KarlaW

Body Lift

I saw him on a special on TLC called "The Real Skinny". The recovery is hard, and Dr. Katzen truthfully informs you of this. However, with his support, the staff support, and many pain pills, I did have a positive experience. My life has changed drastically since my surgeries. I finally have the confidence in my body that matches my personality and attitude. I am so thankful for what Dr. Katzen has done for me. My only regret is not doing this sooner.

Dr. Katzen is an Amazing Surgeon! - Beverly Hills, CA

Posted by Sarah Sepulveda

Because he's the best. Dr. Katzen has been wonderful. Not only is he an amazing surgeon, but he is a wonderful human being, too. I must admit that I was not prepared for what the recovery would entail, but Dr. Katzen was very patient explaining everything to my mother and sister who took care of me. Jacki is also very kind and sweet. Phone calls and emails were always answered promptly. She always makes me feel like a friend, not just another client.