Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD
180 Newport Center Dr, Ste 150
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Newport Beach, CA 92660
12 reviews
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Plastic Surgeon
About Dr. Cruise
Board certification
Education
Undergraduate:
Bachelor of Science, Wayne State University, 1987
Medical School:
Wayne State University, 1991
Bachelor of Science, Wayne State University, 1987
Medical School:
Wayne State University, 1991
Post-medical school training
Surgical Research:
Grace Hospital, 1992
General Surgery Internship:
Grace Hospital, 1993
General Surgery Residency:
Providence Hospital, 1995
Hand Surgery Fellowship:
Detroit Medical Center, 1996
Plastic Surgery Clinical Fellowship:
Case Western University, 1998
Plastic Surgery Fellowship:
University of New Jersey, 2002
Grace Hospital, 1992
General Surgery Internship:
Grace Hospital, 1993
General Surgery Residency:
Providence Hospital, 1995
Hand Surgery Fellowship:
Detroit Medical Center, 1996
Plastic Surgery Clinical Fellowship:
Case Western University, 1998
Plastic Surgery Fellowship:
University of New Jersey, 2002
Featured Patient Reviews
“Terrific Tummy Tuck - Newport Beach, CA”
Tummy Tuck
"Dr. C is a gifted surgeon. He is also a very compassionate and caring person. The results of my Tummy Tuck are amazing."
“2/11/11 Mommy Makeover - Orange County, CA”
Mommy Makeover
"Dr. Cruise and his staff are very professional. All staff members seem to care about each individual patient. I absolutley love that they have their own message board where all patients can go for quick answers."
Misty H.
78 posts
“Loving Retin A (Tretinoin)”
Retin-A
"I have had 3 surgeries with Dr. C. Each time I have loved the results. I couldn't be more happy with my experiences. I highly recommend Dr. C."
Misty H.
78 posts
“Upper Eyelid Surgery Has Given Me a Younger & More Rested Appearance - Newport Beach, CA”
Eyelid Surgery
"This is my 3rd surgery with Dr. C. The experience and results from my first 2 surgeries were so great that I knew Dr. C would be the best one to do my eyelid surgery. Dr. C has all the right qualifications, gives me great results and has a great bedside manner. He and his staff are friendly and caring. I don't think they could make the experience any better. I turned 47 a few months ago and I have never been happier with my appearance than I am now...thanks to Dr. C."
Misty H.
78 posts
“The Added Fat to My Face Looked So Good That I Went Back for More - Newport Beach”
Fat Transfer
"This is my 3rd surgery with Dr. C and I couldn't be happier with my experience each time. I have loved the results of my previous 2 surgeries (fat transfer/facelift then breast augmentation)so I am sure the results from this last surgery will be just as great. Not only is Dr. C an extremely skilled surgeon, he is also very personable and caring. His staff is wonderful and supportive as well. I felt just as important during my final post-op follow-up appointments as I did during my first consultation."
Gipsy Girl
13 posts
“1st Fat Transfer-Very Happy- Newport Beach, CA”
Fat Transfer
"Experience, expertise and knowledge, great staff and bedside manner"
“i love my results!! - Newport Beach”
Mommy Makeover
"Dr. C's attention to detail is impeccible. He is a true perfectionest!!! One of the things that I appreciate the most is his honesty and integrity. He will not do any kind of procedure or surgery if he feels that you are not a good candidate. He is not a money grubbin" Dr. He wants his paitients to have the best results possible, and he makes sure it happens!! I HIGHLY recommend DR. C, trust me you will be in great hands! His staff is so wonderful, caring and extreamly helpful. They are there for you every step of the way. He is also very affordable. I have had the following procedures by him: Botox, Reystelin injections, Tummy Tuck, Fat Transfer to the cheek and eyes, Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation and Lipo of the Flanks over a four year period. I love my results, and had no complications."
Misty H.
78 posts
“Facelift, Fat Transfer and then Breast Augmentation - Newport Beach, CA”
Facelift
"I had a face lift and fat transfer with Dr. C in 11/09. The results were so good that I felt I looked young enough that I had a breast augmentation in April. I have never been more pleased with my appearance than I am at this time. Dr. C not only does fabulous work, but he also has a great caring bedside manner. He and his office are true professionals."
“Great Surgery Results - Newport Beach”
Breast Augmentation
"He was able to see my vision for what I wanted my body to look like and made it happen. He is kind, caring, patient and always available. AND most importantly, he is honest and will not do surgery or procedures that you do not need."
Northville
6 posts
Robert T
108 posts
“Scar Removal Great but There is a Reason No Plastic Surgeon Specializes in Scar Removal”
Scar Removal
"I originally saw him for my neck lift which was such an incredible job. He is very skilled."
Robert T
108 posts
“Neck Lift: Great Experience - Newport Beach, CA”
Neck Lift
"Professional, experienced, board certified, has great before and after photos."
“Happy Birthday Ladies! - Newport Beach”
Breast Implants
"Why Dr. Cruise... because his expertise, attention to detail, wisdom, and artistic eye resulted in the natural, voluptous look I desired. Dr. Cruise was able to translate my desires into reality and guide me through a process that turned out to be one of the easiest things I've done. I experienced very little pain and discomfort. Though it is difficult to differentiate between a good and great Plastic Surgeon, my advice for anyone considering plastic surgery... research, research, research! It is worth it."
Misty H.
78 posts
“Results Better Than I Thought for 20% TCA Peel - Newport Beach, CA”
Chemical Peel
"Dr. C has done a face lift, fat transfer and breast augmentation for me. I have been pleased with my experience for each one of those procedures. I knew he would be the surgeon for me to do my chemical peel. He gives great results and has a great bedside manner and his staff is awesome."
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Treatments offered by Cruise Plastic Surgery
Hospital affiliations
Western Medical Center
Aesthetic medicine experience
12 years (post-medical training)
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