Joseph Kurt Bivens, MD

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1101 Bayside Drive, Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92625

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Joseph Kurt Bivens, MD practices in Newport Beach at Cosmeticare Plastic Surgery Specialists as a Plastic Surgeon, board certified by American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Bivens was invited to join RealSelf in 2010, and has achieved "Participating Member" status. and is a member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

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Breast Augmentation - Newport Beach, CA

Posted by M.B.

Breast Augmentation

Dr. is an excellent doctor and honest.He did a perfect job for me.I had a saline breast augmentation done by him.The shapes are perfect and I had a very easy recovery.He also has a very pleasant personality.You are not just another number.He takes time to listen and cares.He also follows instructions quite well.He did exactly what I requested of him with the procedure.I would refer this doctor to anyone.In fact I am so happy with his services I am leaving Florida for any other matter concerning cosmetic surgery. Dr. 's holds my confidence and trust.

Ten Years Later and Still in Pain - Newport Beach, CA

Posted by lisa1234

Breast Augmentation

In 2002 Dr Bivens worked in Atlanta GA at Premier Image Cosmetic and laser Surgery. I got liposuction and a breast augmentation. He contoured my stomach and inner thighs. To be honest, after the surgery the liposuction looked really good. Unfortunately he cut a nerve in my leg and I was semi paralyzed in one leg. I had to be carried to the car after the surgery and I could not walk for 2 weeks. Luckily the nerve endings grew back together with in 6 weeks and I haven't had a problem since. However I cannot say the same about my breast aug. The practice he worked at was not helpful. So what is my advice? Be sure to go to someone who has an excellent reputation and specializes in the surgery you want. Cheaper is not cheaper when you have to redo the surgery THREE TIMES.

1974 - 1977
B.S. Biochemistry
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

1977 - 1981
M.D.
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

1981 - 1985
Residency, General Surgery
New York Medical College
Valhalla, NY

1985 - 1986
Chief Resident General Surgery, New York Medical College
Valhalla, New York

1986 - 1988
Residency, Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery Fellowship
University of California, San Diego, CA