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Michael R. Macdonald, MD

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Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

San Francisco, California|
(415) 895-2257
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4.6 | 25 Reviews
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30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Dr. Michael R. Macdonald is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in San Francisco, California. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Macdonald has vast experience in the most advanced cosmetic surgery and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation p

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Dr. Michael R. Macdonald is highly regarded for his expertise in cosmetic procedures, including , , , , , and . Patients consistently praise his professionalism, knowledge, and the positive outcomes of his treatments. His caring and attentive approach, along with his team's genuine concern for patient well-being, are highlighted in reviews. The office is described as professional, honest, and well-run, with staff noted for their kindness and responsiveness.

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Worth It8 months Post-Op
Natural Septorhinoplasty Result — Huge Difference Without Looking Overdone
I had a septorhinoplasty at Aesthetic Surgery Center and I’m really happy I went through with it. My nose was already a little crooked, but after I broke it, it left me with a bump and made everything more noticeable. My breathing also got worse from a deviated septum, so it wasn’t just cosmetic—I felt it all the time. I waited a long time because I didn’t want a result that looked obvious or overdone. That was my biggest concern. After researching and seeing their results,
Worth It4 days Post-Op
I get an extra month with Daxx & it looks a bit more natural
With Botox I was getting ~3 months before it wearing off and I paid $950 for all 3 areas, with Daxx, I get about ~4 months and pay $1250 ($1350 minus $100 special promotion). I feel the Daxx wears off slower than with Botox. I’ve now had it three times (my third being this past Tuesday on the 28th). Each of the past times I’ve redone my Daxx, I wonder if I am jumping the gun getting it done too soon. I didn’t have that with Botox, the wear off was almost immediate. With Daxx
Worth It6 days Post-Op
He Wears a Cape
Dr Michael R Macdonald is an amazing surgeon . Absolutely phenomenal & his bedside manner is impeccable along with his non-medical verbiage.... very attentive & concerned about his patients. if I could I'd loved for him to have delivered all of my children lol but he's not an obstetrician........ I am an older woman & I LOVE Dr M & staff. Thanks
Worth It10 months Post-Op
Becoming a BBL Addict - intense itching but minimal discomfort
Had lots of sun damage as well as scars from skin cancer surgery. Had BBL of the entire back. These are the results before, day of, and 3 weeks after just one treatment. The itching was intense during healing but otherwise, minimal discomfort. Just had my second and will post those pictures shortly. Needless to say, I do not get anymore sun….
Worth It8 days Post-Op
I really can’t thank Dr. Macdonald and his team enough
I truly have nothing but wonderful things to say for Dr. Macdonald and his entire team! I went through 6 different consultations for a rhinoplasty before deciding on Dr. Macdonald. He was incredibly detailed and precise in our consultation, even taking the time to draw how he perceived the surgery to go on paper and walk me through each step. He understood that I wanted to still look like myself, and natural, but without the bump on my nose. I felt that he understood my perception
I started seeing great results relatively quickly
I had a liposuction on both the inner and outer thighs, as well as on the abdomen and "love handles" (flanks) done in January. I followed Dr. Macdonald's instructions carefully and started seeing great results relatively quickly after the surgery. Dr. Macdonald is very personable, patient and extremely good at what he does. He answered all of my questions in detail and put my mind at ease before, during and after the surgery. His staff is also amazing. I am very happy that I choose
A Place You Can Trust with Serious Results
I have been to Dr. Macdonald’s office for over at least five years. My treatment have been the same ( Nano laser), and the results are great! He is very professional and caring, his technicians are wonderful as well. Especially his office manager Jodi, she is very professional, caring, understanding and always there when I have questions. This office is a professional and honest place to go and get serious results. I went to other place in SF to get Botox done but regret immediately!
Worth It1 month Post-Op
A Third Rhinoplasty? Please Help! - San Francisco, CA
It had been over three years since my third nose job (my first was over 20 years ago) ... I had grown more disappointed as the shape of my nose seemed to grow wider with each passing year…. Long story short, I avoided a fourth rhinoplasty thanks to Dr Macdonald!!! For only a few $100 dollars the bumps/crookedness on the sides of my nose disappeared without surgery by simply "injecting steroids" into my nose. I feel truly blessed to have found a surgeon who
Worth It4 months Post-Op
Abdominal Flank Liposuction - San Francisco, CA
I couldn't be happier with my decision of choosing Dr. Macdonald for my abdominal/flanks liposuction. Even though I work out regularly (I was a fitness instructor for many years) and live a healthy lifestyle, I struggled with getting rid of fat around my midsection. I tried different non-surgical procedures that gave me no results. It wasn't until I met with Dr. Macdonald that I felt confident that I would finally get the results I'd been hoping for. Not only did he have the
Worth It3 months Post-Op
57 Year Old Male, Lower Eyelid Bags. San Francisco, CA
I had very noticeable lower eyelid bags and finally had them removed (or the fat rearranged). I had moderate bruising under my eyes for 10 days or so, and my left eye watered excessively for most of that time (both were to be expected). Dr and his staff were terrific from start to finish. Prior to the surgery, I used to wear my glasses even when I didn't need to in order to help hide the bags under my eyes. Now I only wear my glasses when needed.