Andres Taleisnik, MD

I am so glad I decided to go with Dr. Taleisnik for my breast reduction surgery. He was very attentive through the entire process and was able to deliver just what I wanted! Dr. Taleisnik made me feel very comfortable and answered all the questions I had. I would definitely recommend him to anyone thinking about breast surgery.

I cannot recommend Dr. Taleisnik enough. I came to him after looking for a couple of years at different plastic surgeons. After losing 180lbs, I had a lot of loose skin and need various skin removal surgeries.

I did both free and paid consults with various surgeons from all around southern California and even out of state. I saw Instagram famous doctors, unknown doctors, checked review sites etc. and some of the worst consults I had were paid consults that were only 15 min long where they explained nothing and just wanted to book the surgery and get their money.

My husband and I knew things were different the minute we met with Dr. Taleisnik. The consultation was free but he spent over an hour with us, explaining in great detail what his surgical approach would be given my specific case. He explained the different types of procedures, why he felt using a specific approach vs. others would be better given my situation and answered all of our questions.

We knew after the initial consult that he was the doctor we wanted to go with. Not only because of his general bedside manner but his pricing was incredibly fair.

In total, I have had three surgeries with him, starting in November 2023 and the most recent in June 2024. I initially had a felur-de-lis tummy tuck, my second surgery was an arm lift, and the third surgery was a mid-back lift and breast lift without implants.

Because of the extent of the loose skin that I had, I was very understanding that there would be scars but I expressed to Dr. Taleisnik that it is very important to me that the scars be symmetrical and as straight as possible. He was very understanding and I am happy to report that all of my scars are healing incredibly well, they are very thin and straight.

In addition to Dr. Taleisnik himself being a fantastic doctor, his office staff and nurses are also a joy to work with. Linae and Eunice are two of the most wonderful people. They are responsive, thoughtful, and attentive. Both the doctor and his nurses are incredibly fast at responding to texts with any concerns or questions. Post-surgery, the doctor called and texted multiple times over my recovery to check in with me. The aftercare I received from Dr. Taleisnik and his office was truly above and beyond.

The surgery center that he uses (Main Street/Hoag) is right down the street from his office and everyone there is absolutely lovely and the nurses that see you in pre and post-op are gentle and caring.

After having three surgeries with him, I would definitely recommend him to anyone I care about looking to get plastic surgery.

As a general suggestion to anyone looking for a plastic surgeon: check with the CA medical board and the status of their license or to see if any action has been taken against them, make sure you understand the risks and complications associated with your desired surgery, and understand that even if a surgeon does everything correctly people heal/react to surgery in unexpected and unforeseen ways.

I personally had three great experiences with Dr. Taleisnik and his office and he continues to be my plastic surgeon of choice.

Dr. Taleisnik is absolutely amazing. This was my second surgery with him and I refused to even look at another surgeon after such a positive experience after my first surgery. This time around, Dr. Taleisnik took out my implants and gave me a lift. I was so nervous to remove my implants after stories I heard from other women and their surgeons trying to change their mind. Dr. Taleisnik was nothing but supportive and encouraged me to do whatever I felt was best for myself! This is HUGE. His bedside manner is one of the major things that made me come back to him. I always feel reassured in whatever question I may have and knowing I am under his care. Between him and Linae, there is truly no better power duo. Forever grateful for this doctor and this practice. Thank you Dr. Taleisnik, you truly take all the worry out of finding a trustworthy surgeon who truly cares for his patients.

Dr. Taleisnik performed my tummy tuck with muscle repair 6 weeks ago. I've been impressed with him from the start! His consultation was thorough and he has a great bedside manner. He was my 4th consult over about a year, and the only surgeon who I felt good enough about to actually go through with it! He was patient and answered all of my questions while I made the initial decision. Highly recommend!

I got a breast lift with Dr. Taleisnik- I am beyond happy with my decision to go with him. I met with three other surgeons. However, I decided to go with Dr. Taleisnik for many reasons. During the consultation, I felt that Dr. Taleisnik was clear in his explanation about the procedure, and what I can expect, he made me aware of all the positives and negatives that can happen, and most importantly he made me feel comfortable and cared for. Post-surgery he was very responsive- he called me the night of the surgery to check if everything was going well. In addition, he is very responsive when it comes to email- I have emailed him numerous times after 6 pm on weekdays and weekends he responds in a timely manner. I really appreciate his patience and thoroughness when it comes to answering questions. In regard to the procedure my breast have never looked better and I am beyond happy! If you want a surgeon that cares and is thorough I would recommend Dr. Taleisnik! Thank you again Dr. Taleisnik!

I would highly recommend Dr. Taleisnik for anyone seeking to have a breast augmentation done. I am 10 days post-op from a breast augmentation done by him and I could not be doing better. My recovery process has gone smoothly and I have not experienced any pain, only mild discomfort. Though the final results are not visible this early in the recovery process, I am really happy with the results. Most importantly Dr. Taleisnik was very professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my description of what results I looking for.

Lost a lot of weight pre ops weight 166 after loosing over 60 pounds (have PCOS). I got a breast lift/reduction from a 36hhh to idk what size I am now yet. I had about 1000cc’s taken out combined. About 5 pounds of skin removed from the tummy tuck. I also had a tummy tuck and lipo of back/flanks. I am still healing the first couple days were the worst!
However you get past the first couple days then it is more annoyance then horrible.
My back hurts the most with the lipo. I didn’t even feel my chest or any pain with that. Walking in a hunched position hurt my back more. However I am still being patient cause the swelling and healing are still happening. Dr T and Linae have answered all questions through the process I will post the before pics and so far what I look like now at 19days. Had complication with sensitive nips and the tape. However this was resolved.
I still need help laying flat since I use my ab muscles but I blame that on the recliner that I relied on so much. I can’t wait to feel normal and all the swelling to be gone!
Still waiting for my back not to be soar as well. Side note if you need to sneeze or cough you might want to grab a pillow.

Updated on 9 Nov 2020:
Also would like to mention that since my back is feeling better each day I do feel my stomach area more and more for instance there is a pulling sensation in the middle of my stomach with a bit of pain sometimes worse then other times. Kinda of feels different (tight/pulling/pinchthrob). To me it makes me feel like this is we’re the stiches are. Also your stomach will be numb/tight as well. It is easier and more comfortable for me to breath with the binder on cause I don’t feel like everything will pop open. Don’t be alarmed if you have to teach yourself to rebreather because I sure had to. :) I would also recommend stool softeners the first week but would check with the surgeon first for both of the above.
For my peeps that also has anxiety do not google everything ask the surgeon or team if you have concerns. Trust me it does not lead down a great path.. I might have done this a couple times for the pully/throby pain and the results were just not ideal. I have to keep telling myself that I everything is cool and to be very patient with the healing process.

Updated on 30 Dec 2020:
Got a bikini! Some days I am bloated and some days I am not bloated had a few openings where stiches spit and now they are closed. Still healing buttttt feeling way better will have to take healing pics still soar :/ also I do not recommend a 6 mile hike uphill at this point of time weight it out had a couple cysts happen from all the rubbing (gone now)

Updated on 31 Dec 2020:
Starting to love the results !!!! One nip is not like the other but oh well still healing look at caption of photo to understand .. still soar and healing some days I am bloated some days I am not.. I have PCOS and so far I still don’t have a regular period but it may or may not help!! However my back if felling a lot better and I can go braless!!!

I went to Dr. Taleisnik because he did my step-mom's surgery and I thought they looked great. I had one other doctor in mind but he wanted to charge $2,000 more. I also wanted to use CareCredit which Dr. Taleisnik accepts. I was very happy about how easy it was to schedule an appointment with him and how quickly he was able to fit me into his schedule. My surgery was scheduled for the week elective surgeries shut down for quarantine but Dr. Taleisnik moved my surgery up so I was able to get in right before the surgery center shut down. I am super grateful for that. I felt very comfortable with him and trusted his advice. I highly recommend this doctor.

I got 3 consultations done before I decided to have my breast augmentation done by Dr. Andres Taleisnik. I am in the healthcare field so I am exposed to a lot of physicians. I was highly impressed by Dr. Taleisnik’s training and experience. He was informative, explaining things in layman terms, personable and professional. The results are better than I expected! I would highly recommended him to anyone.

The best experience I have had. I achieved the results I wanted since my first breast augmentation (this happened with another surgeon). Luckily I found Dr Taleisnik and just 7 months after having my first surgery he has made the dream I had for many years come true, from the first moment I contacted them, he and her assistant (Linae) gave me all the time and the confidence to ask any questions at any time (even with the current situations that were going on with the pandemic), thus confirming that I had chosen the right surgeon. Just to mention it, Dr. Taleisnik Habla Espanol and is perfect for those people who, because of the language, are scared to make a consultation because of the language barrier.