Richard Ellenbogen, MD

9201 Sunset Blvd, Suite 202
Los Angeles, CA 90069

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Plastic Surgeon

2012 This is a RealSelf Top Doctor (TOP), a recognition awarded to less than 10% of doctors on RealSelf. This status is earned by achieving high patient satisfaction (as reported in RealSelf reviews), getting favorable feedback on their expert answers, and after investing significant time in Q&A and other doctor activity.

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About Dr. Ellenbogen

Board certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery +Board certification in Plastic Surgery indicates that a licensed physician has been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) through a voluntary process. The ABPS requires physicians to meet a defined standard of training, education and knowledge and pass a series of examinations in order to be certified in Plastic Surgery or a related subspecialty. The ABPS is a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).

Education

Undergraduate:
University of Florida AA 1963 with Honors

Medical School:
University of Miami, School of Medicine Graduated 1968
The Prenatal Determination of Fetal Sex Using Maternal Blood Through Chromosome Analysis, 1966

Post-medical school training

Internship:
Albert Einstein College of Medicine Bronx, New York, 1969

Residency:
General Surgery, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx, NY, 1968-1969

General Surgery, Beth Israel Medical Center, Division of Mount Sinai School of Medicine of City College of New York, 1970-1972

Residency:
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Nassau County Medical Center of State University of New York, 1973-1975

Fellowship:
Plastic Surgery, Red Cross Hospital, The Hague, Netherlands Plastic Surgery, 1973

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gqgqr 1 post

“Fantastic Surgeon - Los Angeles, CA”

Facelift

"This note is difficult to write because it is hard to find words that adequately describe the fantastic surgical result I had with Dr. Ellenbogen. He is an artistic and surgical genius. He was able to do what no surgeon before had been able to do-- figure out a way to radically improve my appearance. I almost did not get surgery from Dr. Ellenbogen because of negative reviews that had been posted on various websites (it appeared that they might have been written by the same person using different names, which was suspicious). I had had a horrific plastic surgery experience in 1987 from a different surgeon and I did not want to take any chance of going through something like that. Because of those negative posts, I did an incredible amount of research before deciding to select Dr. Ellenbogen. I read countless medical journal articles, talked to other highly respected plastic surgeons, and did many other things to try to get to the truth. After all that research I concluded that he was among the best plastic surgeons not just in the country but on the planet. After the surgery I happened to talk to a nurse who provides aftercare for the patients of over 25 different plastic surgeons in the L.A. area. I asked her if she could go to any surgeon she wanted--anywhere-- who would she choose. Without hesitation she replied, "Dr. Ellenbogen, because he is the very best." I wish I had known her before the surgery because I could have avoided having to do so much research, because she not only has observed the surgical results of these doctors herself, she also has nurse and doctor friends who also know who the very best surgeons really are. He has an incredibly kind staff in his office and they were especially helpful in the days after the surgery. If you have any questions, you can email me and I will try to respond. I normally do not post notes on the Web anywhere. I am going to try and post this note on as many Websites as I can because Dr. Ellenbogen was so kind to me and I appreciate so much all he did for me. Good luck and God bless you."

clubchamp 1 post

“Wonderfull , No Problems at All and Looking Beautiful! - Los Angeles, CA”

Neck Lift

"I met Dr. Ellenbogen in April 2011,I wanted the best stem cell fat graphting plastic surgeon in the country!I had researched this and Dr. Ellenbogens name kept coming up over and over again!So I called his office,his staff is exceptional,they answered all my questions, called me back right away, and always were pleasant and caring!When I met Dr.Ellenbogen,I felt very comfortable and knew right away he was the one I could trust!He is very down to earth, loves to talk and extreamly professional.I would highly recommend him as one of the top plastic surgeons world wide!! He is an exceptional surgeon and he would also make a great friend as well!!!"

Klark99 1 post

“One of the Best Plastic Surgeons in the Area - Los Angeles, CA”

Nose Surgery

"I found out about Dr. Ellenbogen around 2003 when a relative recommended him for plastic surgery. He's very funny, to the point, honest, and an expert in the industry. He also has caring and highly professional staff. They will greet you and treat you like a real person and not BS or bully you into getting anything done unless you want really want to. My recommendation for anyone who is considering cosmetic surgery (especially face work) is to visit his website and see what his has to offer. Make an appointment if you like what you see and get ready to change your life (I know it sounds like an infomercial, but I really mean it). This is my authentic opinion and wish that I had done the procedures much earlier."

michellefraser 1 post

“Amazing Job on Breast Augmentation - Los Angeles, CA”

"I went to Dr. E for breast augmentation and let me just say...he is AMAZING! I was referred to him a few years back by a friend and did a consultation. I wasn't ready at the time but decided to meet with him this year since I was finally committed to finding a doctor. At first he felt that the best way to do it would be to go through the inframammary crease since I was doing a larger implant. I am about 5'8" with an hourglass shape so I wanted something that would be fitting to my figure. I explained to him that I really did not want my incision to be this way and preferred to go through my underarm. Well, Dr. E did the incision where I wanted it. Let me tell you that this man is a genius! I could not be happier! My breasts are even, proportioned and absolutely beautiful! I would trust Dr. Richard Ellenbogen with any surgery that I do. I did meet with other doctors for other consultations before I chose Dr. Richard Ellenbogen and I'm soo glad I chose to go with him!"

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