Lavinia Chong, MD
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1401 Avocado Ave, Newport Medical Plaza, Suite 803Newport Beach, CA 92660
About Lavinia Chong, MD
Lavinia Chong, MD practices in Newport Beach at Lavinia K. Chong, M.D., Inc. as a Plastic Surgeon, board certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Chong was invited to join RealSelf in 2009, and has achieved "Distinguished Member" status. The doctor has 17 years of experience providing cosmetic and aesthetic medical services, and is a member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Chong has hospital affiliations at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian.
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Breast Reduction & Lift: Wish I Did It Sooner! - Newport Beach
Posted by mgallagator
Breast Reduction
Dr. C is a delightful woman and an artisan plastic surgeon. She explained everything in detail to me without me having to ask. At our first consult, she spent over an hour with me and I really felt at ease with her. As a woman, I knew she understood how important my breasts were to me. She listened to my wants and needs very carefully and she exceeded my expectations. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. She is a very skilled surgeon & a wonderful lady.
Breast Reconstruction, the Gift with Purchase After Breast Cancer Surgery
Posted by MaDoble
Breast Reconstruction
I was fortunate to have excellent insurance which allowed me to visit Dr Melvin Silverstein at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, CA. Dr. Silverstein recommended Dr C for my reconstruction procedure. I was so confident in Dr Silverstein, I went directly to Dr C's office, and knew she was the right choice. Dr C and her staff are like family, they are warm, caring people who give 100% all day, every day so that the patient feels like their #1, top priority.
Right Doctor, Right Price - Orange County, CA
Posted by marianne4461
Brow Lift
I chose my Doc because he did face surgery on my newborn g-son and was told of his gr8 pesonality and skills. I heard about Dr. Chong on a link I followed from WebMD.
Great Results!
Posted by lucy in laguna
Dr C is truly an artist. She takes the time to study her patients and explains how and why the filler will work. very conservative and natural results.
Excellent Tummy Tuck - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by chirp47
After losing 90 pounds and having 2 children, I decided to have a tummy tuck. I met with several surgeons and felt immediately comfortable with Dr. Chong. When I had additional questions, she called me immediately and spoke with me for an extended conversation. The care prior to surgery and, especially, after have been excellent. The office is very helpful. My results are great, and I would return for any future surgeries.
Tummy Tuck with Lipo - Edmonton, AB
Posted by angelmom
Tummy Tuck
Dr. Feng Chong and his staff has been amazing! He makes you feel comfortable and will tell you his honest opinion. Not trying to upsale you on anything! So compasionate and thats hard to find these days!!
Personal Experience - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by Aliso Viejo8813
Dr. Chong and staff is very professional and personable. All my questions and concerns were answered.
Wonderful! - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by Karen3859
Dr. Chong, Really listens and is willing to work with your budget. I came in because I had gotten Botox once before from someone else. (My previous experience with another Doctor was not good). Dr. Chong wanted me to be happy with my results. She explained everything and even asked me to call the office follow-up to see how I was liking the results. I also had a budget in which Dr. Chong respected and the office worked to stay within my budget. I have since gone back to get Botox again because I had such great results and experience! The only reason I rated the wait time lower is because I try and get this done during my lunch hour and its taken me longer than an hour. (Drive and wait time).
Love It! - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by No Frown Lisa
Botox has to be done by an experienced person. Dr. Chong knows her stuff. I am satisfied and love the results. There isn't really a recovery time. I just leave the office and feel perfectly fine. Sometimes I can see a few tiny injection holes but they soon disappear and I can't see them the next day.
Fabulous, Fabulous, Fabulous! Warm, Welcoming, Comforting. Best Experience Ever - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by dmorris08
Dr. Chong and her staff have a special way of making you feel completely comfortable. No waiting, and Dr. Chong spends all the time that you need with her. You don't feel like you are on a surgery treadline.
Breast Lift & Aug - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by JnyC
Dr. Chong and her entire team make each visit a pleasant one! She spends quality time with each patient and explains everything you need to know and answers all the questions.
Wonderful Experience - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by specialkk
Dr. Chong is very professional, knowledgeable and caring. She is very concerned on what your needs are and always caring.
I Wouldn't Go Anywhere Else! - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by Gigi In HB
Dr. Chong and her staff go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and informed. She has been my doctor over over 10 years and I just wouldn't trust anyone else!
Artist at Work - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by pet_f
Dr. Chong is a lovely, considerate woman as well as being a gifted artist (artistic in the sense of sculpting a look tailored to you).
Dr. C Has Great Artistry and Saved Me Money - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by LA_Max
Sculptra
Dr. C is a plastic surgeon (your best choice), and uses fillers like a sculptor. Her prices are competitive and she does only the amount you need, so you save money. My review is for Sculptra (for my cheeks) but she also used some Juvederm Ultra and Perlane on other areas of my face. (cost indicated is Sculptra. And Dr. C has a great personality and nice staff.
Dr. Chong is Amazing - Orange County, CA
Posted by rhonda1
Dear Dr. Chong: I am sure that you receive hundreds of thank you letters praising you for the excellent work you perform. Let me first thank you for accepting me as a patient on such a short notice. Waiting for more than six weeks to schedule my surgery after being diagnosed with breast cancer was devastating enough. When I received a notification from my previous plastic surgeon that my surgery was being postponed and rescheduled for the second time I felt so helpless and filled with fear that my cancer would spread. When I was referred to you by a very good friend, I called your office four days prior to my scheduled surgery and you without even knowing me and without hesitation changed your schedule and coordinated with Dr. Guerra to keep my original surgery date. You have no idea how relieved I was and how much I appreciate what you did. You are to be commended not only for your expertise but for you compassion, caring and understanding that continues to help me get through this life changing experience. You have a softness and gentleness that is so reassuring to me and I am sure to all your patients. I can’t thank you, your staff, Dr. Guerra and Hoag Hospital enough for the treatment I received. Though I am not looking forward to the procedures ahead I rest assured that I am in the best care possible. My husband thanks you as well for you helped him through this difficult time. With your support he was there to help me every step of the way. We both appreciate the time you spend with us to explain in detail the entire process and what is to be expected. I will be forever grateful to you.
Best Care and Results I Could Have Hoped for - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by breasts12
I was refferred to Dr. Chong by several of her past patients. Best decision I have ever made and wish I would have found her years ago! I have been to several doctors for breast surgery in last 15 years never recieving the results I was hoping to obtain. Dr. Lavinia Chong gave me the exact results I have always wanted! Best experience from beginning to end with her and the entire staff! I wish I would have found Dr. Chong years.....sure happy I have her now!
Slender Athletic Mom Going For Modest Breast Augmentation - California
Posted by Sunnydaysgal
Breast Augmentation
So far, I was really impressed during the consultation and pre-op. The office staff are really friendly and make you feel at ease. Dr. Chong is takes her time to listen to your concerns and I feel like I'm in good hands.
Explant After 2nd Augmentation - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by Imstillhere
Breast Implant Removal
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Finally free!!!
Posted by JazzBird8
Breast Implant Removal
I discovered Dr. Chong and a couple of other surgeons on this website. I had a consultation with her and one other PS based on their good reviews. When I met with Dr. Chong I immediately felt comfortable and liked her very much. She answered pretty much all of my questions before I even asked them.
I Wish I Did It 10yrs Ago - Newport Beach, CA
Posted by Ronee26762
Breast Reduction
I was referred by a friend
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Education / Training
Medical: MD, Wayne State University in Detroit, MI, 1988
General Surgery, University of California, San Diego Medical Center
Plastic Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
