M. Jude LaBarbera, MD

I want to share my experience with Dr. LaBarbera, and let me tell you, it was really life changing! Last year, I was looking for a plastic surgeon to help me with a tummy tuck. Most doctors I talked to wanted me to have some liposuction first because they thought my weight was a little too high without even actually seeing me. I didn’t want to do that, so I kept looking until I found Dr. LaBarbera. When I went for my first visit, I could tell he genuinely cared. He was kind, listened to what I wanted, and made me feel very comfortable with the whole process. I didn’t even bother searching for other doctors after that—I was so impressed that I decided to go ahead with the tummy tuck, some liposuction, and even a vaginal rejuvenation all wrapped up in one single surgery.
During my consultation and pre-op appointments, Mitaya and the awesome staff at Sonoran Plastic Surgery were so kind, helpful and super friendly which definitely eased the jitters. Dr. LaBarbera went over the procedure, explained everything to me, and it all went really smoothly. On the day of the surgery, I was a bit nervous, but the team at the Surgery Center of Gilbert made me feel calm and relaxed.
The surgery went well, recovery went well and this year I went back for a boob lift, and again, it was the same amazing experience. Everyone was so helpful, and I feel and look amazing just five weeks after the surgery.
Dr. LaBarbera is a true artist and master when it comes to his work. His attention to detail, precision and care are outstanding. He went into detail of what to expect and exactly what will happen with each procedure and he made sure I understood everything and was well informed.
From the initial consultation to the follow-up after both surgeries, Dr. LaBarbera and his team were fantastic! The results were even better than I hoped for and the outcome has exceeded my expectations. I feel amazing and on a scale of 1-10, I’d definitely rate it 12. I highly, highly recommend Dr. LaBarbera to anyone thinking about these kinds of surgeries. He and his team deserve way more than five stars—I’d give them 10!
Dr. LaBarbera literally changed my life and gave me back the confidence I’d been lacking.

I have 4 children and my belly stretched and scarred pretty good. The loose skin made me feel less than confident in my bathing suits or just being naked in front of my husband. This was hands down the best decision. I already feel so much more confident in my skin. I can’t wait to see the results 6 months or a year from now! Dr LaBarbera was the best! He immediately made me feel like he was the best surgeon for me!

I had a plus size tummytuck with Dr. Labarbera. He was amazing. He was incredibly informative and gave realistic expectations. I'm not perfect but he explained that he would give me a level playing field to start from.

I'm 2 weeks post op. I love my results.

Dr. LaBarbera in Scottsdale provided comprehensive care from start to finish. He was honest and real about expectations. I could not be happier with my decision to move forward with my breast augmentation!

Updated on 21 Sep 2021:
Dr. LaBarbera in Scottsdale, AZ did an AMAZING job and I couldn't have asked for better care. They symmetry is unbeatable and I can't wait to see how they transform over the next few weeks!
My swelling is slowly but surely going down and my nipple has come up quite a bit since the first day.
I never lost any sensation nor did I experience any numbness! My steri-strips are coming off on Thursday as well.

Updated on 21 Sep 2021:
I tried on a few things! I never imagined I would be THIS obsessed with them. My confidence has truly sky rocketed. I cannot wait to try on some more fun clothes. My chest always felt so wide/long before surgery but now I feel as if it has been filled out perfectly!

Updated on 5 Oct 2021:
I’m a little over a month out and I’m loving them more and more. The shape is starting to settle in and they are softening up. I’m able to sleep on my back and sides comfortably at night.
My incisions are clean and healing up nicely.

Updated on 8 Dec 2021:
I cannot begin to explain how happy I am with my implants. They are the perfect size, shape, everything! They have settled in so nicely. My nipples are no longer pointing downward and they are softening up with each week. I also added a picture of me in a dress without a bra. This is seriously the first time in my life that I have seen a picture of myself in fitted clothing that I actually like. If you are considering it, just go for it and trust the process!

Updated on 23 Feb 2022:
6 months out and they’ve pretty much stayed the same. Definitely a lot squishier and more natural looking. I’m 110% happy with them! I continue to sleep with my post-surgical bra at night for comfort. I do go braless for occasions but at night I definitely like the feeling of them being secure!

My name is Adalis, 26 yrs. old women from Puerto Rico. I am studying Veterinary Medicine in the US where I finally decided to have a breast augmentation. The work of Dr. Jude LaBarbera is amazing. I am more than happy with my result. More importantly, my self-esteem and confidence as a woman went from 0% to 100%.

We had our first meeting on January where Dr. Jude explained me everything and showed me previous works done by him, which made me feel more and more comfortable with the idea of having a breast augmentation. My surgery was on February 14th, 2018. In my case, I wasn’t even a real A cup (you will be able to see it in my pictures) and I went big (480 cc) which made me a D cup. I can share that it was a slow process but totally worth it. Dr. LaBarbera prepared me in detailed for the process and my post op care very nicely. It has been almost a year and I still have communication with him whenever I have a question. He is very flexible and he makes time to be available for you. I recommend him 100%.



I really enjoy sharing my experience, including my experience as a patient of Dr. Jude LaBarbera. If you want to ask me something I will be more than welcome to respond you.

A perfect body is what I have strived for throughout my years of pushing my body to the limit by working-out. After carrying twins my body took a toll that I could not reverse. Saggy skin, deflated breast, and a low self esteem is what I saw in the mirror.

Over a year I searched for a surgeon whom I could trust would give me the results I needed/ wanted. After a couple of consultations I finally found my match.

Dr. Jude LaBarbera
He is hands down the most patient, caring, and honest surgeon I could have asked for. He answered all my questions, took the time to show me before and after pictures of other patients, and told me what results I could actually get.
He performed a tummy tuck and breast augmentation of 400cc on me. After surgery he called me that night to make sure I was doing well. The next morning at my post op visitation he checked everything to make sure things looked the way they should. I was an out of state patient and was able to go home after my post op visitation. He continued to text/call me to make sure everything was healing appropriately the weeks following. If I texted him with a question he would reply within a couple of hours or less.
His attention to detail in every aspect was exceptional!!! My results speak for themselves. I could not be any happier with how PERFECT my body turned out. He is worth traveling across the country if I must say. Now I look in the mirror and see a body/confidence that I’ve always strived for.


Updated on 5 Jan 2023:
I workout 5 to 6 times a week. I have had zero complications. You must ask yourself if the tummy tuck scar is worth it. This is something I struggle with but if you look at my before pictures there is no way that I could achieve the look I have now without getting rid of all that’s loose skin. Also, I had a baby in 2020 (yes after surgery) and these pictures are two years after having her.

Love his work and his personality. Dr. Jude made me very extremely comfortable. When I had questions, he was always available. I would highly recommend him. I was sadden he left Alabama but I wish him well.

Dr. LaBarbera is such a wonderful surgeon and an extremely nice guy! He takes time to answer all of your questions, and even let me text and FaceTime him to check in after surgery. My results were WAY above my expectations! I would 100% recommend him and trust him completely!

I knew for a year that I planned on doing my tummy tuck so I was very careful to research several different doctors before making my decision on who to use. Dr labarbera caught my attention mainly because I couldn't find a single bad review on him. To begin with I had 2 other doctors lined up for consultations but as soon as I meet Dr labarbera I knew it was him that I wanted. I felt completely at ease and comfortable with him. He spent probably an hour in our consult just listening to me and answering any and all questions I had regarding the procedures I wanted and the results I expected. He was very helpful with recommendations on what size implant to use to get the size I wanted. Gave me pointers on what I could do myself to get the best results and completely prepared me for what to expect after my tummy tuck. I honestly felt like he was at my call for anything I needed. I couldn't be happier and love my results. He is nothing short of amazing

Like most modern consumers, I did my research before choosing a surgeon. All of the good things people have to say about Dr. LaBarbera are true. He took his time and LISTENED to me, before and after surgery. I had some concerns that had nothing to do with the procedure and he was extremely helpful with those as well.
My surgery results are amazing--life-changing, actually--and Dr. LaBarbera is my hero.