Irena Karanetz, MD

Dr. Karanetz and her staff were so helpful during the very daunting process of undergoing a major surgery! I love the results and really felt like she listened to me in terms of size and appearance. The office helped take care of all my insurance approvals and made it very stress free which was so nice. The pics included in this review are from my 6 month check in. The scars are healing very nicely and I am excited to see what everything looks like at the 1 year mark!

Where do I even start? From the front desk team to the coordinator, Lourdes—everyone made me feel so welcome and at home. Meeting Dr. Irena was truly a 10/10 experience. You can immediately tell how passionate she is about her work. She genuinely cares about her patients and takes the time to answer every question without ever making you feel rushed. I’m only 3 days post-op from my breast reduction and high-definition lipo, and I’m already in love with my results! Dr. Rojas, her surgical partner, was also an absolute gem—my abs have never looked this defined. I cannot wait to see how everything continues to heal!

I had consulted with Dr K in April and had the op done in June 2025. Pain was very minimal ( similar to minor period cramping, perhaps to a lesser degree though much messier - I did with the occasional ibuprofen only even though I was prescribed stronger painkillers ). Immediately post op i took an uber home - a little foggy, but I was able to finish some light chores around the house before bed. I was able to get back to work (office, mostly sitting) next week, about 3 days post-op. I restarted my daily yoga practice ( gentle poses, stretching ) at about week 2, and went back to swimming at end of week 4. Dr. K made me feel safe and heard during the process and her staff are all very lovely and professional.

Dr Karanetz did my breast reduction and lift. I had significant asymmetry and she corrected it. I am almost 6 weeks post op and everything has been going really well. I was super nervous about my first surgery ever and she made me feel so calm. I appreciated how available her team was to answer any questions or concerns post op via text message. If you’re looking for someone that does a great job, has a great team and is a kind person in general, look no further! My procedure was covered through insurance and her team got me approved in just two weeks. I’m so happy with my results and experience.

Dr. Irena is incredibly sweet, professional, and down-to-earth. From the very first consultation, she made me feel completely at ease and never rushed any of my questions. Her warm and friendly demeanor instantly calmed any nerves I had, and I always felt like I was in great hands. Her staff is just as amazing — kind, helpful, and always made me feel comfortable and supported every step of the way. The care I received before, during, and after the procedure was top-notch.

I went to Dr. Karanetz for a breast reduction, lift, and side liposuction. She truly is the most compassionate and caring surgeon you can ever come across. Thanks to her amazing expertise and patience I now feel no back and neck pain/ lighter in general. She takes you through every process and explains throughly answering every question. I truly recommend her she changed my life & and I am forever grateful!

From the first consultation I knew I'd made the right choice with Dr. Karanetz. During the whole process from pre-surgery through to post-surgical follow-ups, her and her entire team have been nothing but helpful and caring. All my questions and concerns were answered in consultations, and on the day of surgery I just felt so comfortable going into the OR. About 2 months post-op I couldn't be happier with the results. I feel so confident and happy in my new body, and I have absolutely no regrets. Dr. Karanetz did an amazing job shaping my breasts in exactly the ways we'd discussed in consultations. I was at the beach just last weekend for the 4th of July and I felt amazing. Thank you so much! I'd also be remiss if I didn't mention that, as a trans woman, I just felt super well cared for by Dr.Karanetz and her entire staff. So if you're a trans girl reading RealSelf reviews looking for a surgeon: here's one who will treat you with respect and kindness while also knocking it out of the park on your breast augmentation.

This was my first experience with plastic surgery, and although I was quite nervous, Dr. Irena made me feel very comfortable and supported throughout the entire process. She is polite, confident, and truly professional. I really appreciated her honesty and strong sense of responsibility. The whole experience went smoothly, and I’m very happy with the result — I have no regrets about choosing her and would gladly recommend her to others.

I had chin/neck lipo and skin tightening done by Dr. Irena Karanetz. On month 3 of recovery and I could not be happier with how it is healing. This was my first time having any type of surgery done so I was definitely very nervous. Dr. Irena was sure to take the time to talk me through everything as well as all of my questions to make sure that I felt prepared and calm for everything during the surgery as well as recovery. I cannot recommend her as a surgeon enough, everyone in her office is so nice and welcoming too. I finally feel like myself again :)

I cannot thank Dr. Karanetz and Dr. Yoel Rojas enough for the incredible care and results I received. After a traumatic, botched breast surgery experience, I was devastated. From the moment I met this dream team, I felt safe, heard, and truly cared for. Dr. Karanetz literally fixed what I thought was unfixable. She restored not just my breasts, but my confidence and my peace of mind. Her skill, precision, and eye for detail are unmatched. I love my results natural, beautiful, and exactly what I hoped for. Her entire team was so supportive, professional, and kind from start to finish. I always felt like a priority and never rushed. I’m beyond happy that I trusted her with my revision. Choosing her and Dr. Rojas was hands down the best decision I’ve made. If you’re searching for true artists in plastic surgery who care deeply about their patients, look no further. I love her, I love her team!!! The best !!! Thank you so much.