Benson Pulikkottil, MD

I had an amazing experience with Dr. Benson Pulikkottil for my breast augmentation. He listened to all my concerns and never pressured me to go bigger than I wanted. His approach was professional, thoughtful, and personalized to my body and goals. The results are natural, flattering, and exactly what I envisioned. From consultation to recovery, Dr. Pulikkottil and his team were attentive, supportive, and reassuring. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering breast augmentation — he truly combines skill, artistry, and genuine care.

Dr. Pulikkottil is incredibly knowledgeable and cares immensely for his patients. He is a true subject-matter expert and as someone who underwent a major procedure for the first time eased all of my concerns/worries. He makes sure to set realistic expectations and is transparent throughout the entire process. I knew I was in the right hands under Dr. Pulikkottil’s care and would highly recommend him to anyone.

Dr. Pulikkottil is kind, intelligent, professional, and experienced. He and the team at La Vie made me feel comfortable and cared for from start to finish. They develop curated plan from consultation through recovery and the care they provide is top tier. Surgery and recovery can be a difficult and vulnerable time but he and his team go above and beyond to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. He did an excellent job with my surgery and I love the results! I am so grateful for Dr. Pulikkottil and the team at La Vie Institute, I would highly recommend them!

LaVie institute is an amazing facility with phenomenal staff. Everyone is super friendly, caring, and professional. I had both Botox and HALO done and Benson is an amazing doctor. He and his staff listened to my concerns, provided great service, and followed up after to ensure I was happy with the results. I highly recommend both LaVie and Dr. P for any of your needs.

I was treated like family from the time I called LaVie to make an appointment for a consultation until the time I walked out after my procedure and halo laser treatment (shout out to Nikki!). Meeting Dr. Pulikkottil was like catching up with an old friend. He is super personable and made me feel comfortable all throughout my experience at the LaVie Institute. Dr. P is also incredibly educated, intelligent, and skilled in not only cosmetic surgery but plastic surgery of all kinds. Did you know he helps burn victims and was even able to reconstruct a man’s nose and face after he was attacked by a grizzly bear?? You will not find a more qualified doctor for all of your cosmetic surgery needs. Thank you, Dr. Pulikkottil!

I had surgery to repair previous issues from two organ donor surgeries. Having known Benson for years, there was nobody else I would trust with my procedure. The outcome was better than I could have imagined, and I'm so glad I went to The LaVie Institute. All of my previous scar tissue was removed, and I feel like a new person! I can't say enough great things about Benson, and the entire staff.

I recently had an upper bleph done by doctor Pulikkottil and I could not be happier! He was extremely professional and listened to all my concerns and my eyes came out perfect! The recovery was even easier than I could imagine. They offered lymphatic massage and creams, tips and check ins at every stage. I felt completely cared for. Now I am 3 weeks out and my eyes are big and bright. I have lost 10 years at least in my face. 10/10 would recommend this to everyone I know!

Dr. Pulikkottil and the LaVie Institute are absolutely fantastic. They go above and beyond in every aspect. The surgery was uncomplicated and effortless, and I felt comfortable from beginning to end through my whole surgery journey. The doctor and the nurses go over the top with care and made me feel comfortable the entire time. I recommend Dr. Pulikkottil and the LaVia Institute to everyone!

Listen, I've got to tell you about Dr. Pulikkottil because this man literally changed my life. I went to him for gynecomastia - yeah, that's right, something I'd been dealing with quietly for way too long. You know what? From day one, this doctor didn't just treat me like another patient - he treated me like family. Here's what blew me away: No judgment. None. Just genuine warmth and understanding. He sat down with me, explained everything in a way that actually made sense, and you could tell - this guy genuinely cares about helping people, not just doing procedures. The surgery? Smooth as butter. But here's the real deal - the results gave me back something I hadn't felt in years. Confidence. Real confidence. And I'm not just talking about the physical results here, though those were fantastic. I'm talking about how this man checks in on you, makes sure you're doing okay, really follows through. He's not just checking boxes - he's invested in your success. Look, if you're searching for a surgeon who's going to deliver incredible results AND actually give a damn about you as a human being, Dr. Pulikkottil is your guy. This isn't just about surgical skill (which he has in spades) - it's about finding someone who understands that what we're dealing with affects our whole lives. Trust me on this one. This doctor doesn't just change bodies - he changes lives. And that's exactly what he did for mine.

I don’t know if there is enough room to write how impressed I am with Dr. Pulikkottil and the entire team at LaVie. After two C-sections, plus years of yo-yo dieting, I was done living with the belly that didn’t match the rest of my body. After meeting with Dr. Pulikkottil, I was confident he was the right surgeon for my tummy tuck and liposuction. He took time to listen to my concerns, answer my questions, and explain every step in the process. The entire journey from consultation to recovery has been amazing. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the entire staff who made me feel welcome from my first appointment through each of my follow up appointments. I won’t name all of them for fear I will leave someone out, but a huge shout out to my lymphatic massage therapist and vitamin infusion nurses. I always felt special when I walked into their office. My results have completely exceeded my expectations. To say I feel more confident in my clothes is an understatement, and I’m wearing things I haven’t worn in 30+ years. If you are considering plastic surgery, I wholeheartedly endorse Dr. Pulikkottil and the entire team at LaVie Institute.