Samuel Rhee, MD

I am 3 weeks post op from lipo 360 plus bbl with Dr. Rhee. After a lifetime of living with a very unfortunate fat distribution (severe love handles/stomach) with absolutely no butt, I needed to fix this insecurity. I used to think about my body multiple times a day, they have given me the gift of relief and confidence; that I don’t have to be ashamed at the beach, or even just getting dressed in the morning trying to find an outfit flattering enough to hide my shape.

I slept through the whole surgery and don’t remember a thing. I was walking my dog the next day. Even 2 days post-op, I felt absolutely fine and was shocked to see how good my results were so soon after surgery. He did an amazing job. I wanted natural, normal proportions and that’s exactly what I got. The soreness was very manageable and I never went above a 5/10 pain scale, and I didn’t need any opiates, only Advil.

I’m attaching photos of day 2, which already looked amazing, and I can only continue to look forward to how it will look fully healed.

Dr. Rhee is honestly the best doctor I’ve ever met. He’s so kind, gentle, patient, and really cares about his patients. This was my third time going to him, and every time has been a great experience. He and his team are amazing, truly one in a million.

What I love most is that Dr. Rhee gives you options. He takes the time to explain everything and lets you choose what you’re comfortable with. A lot of doctors just tell you what to do, but Dr. Rhee listens and helps you decide what will give you the results you want. He’s very honest, and I trust him 100%.

The clinic is super clean, the staff is friendly, and they make the whole process easy. Dr. Rhee checks on you before and after surgery, and he’s always there if you have questions. The team also replies quickly to texts and calls, which really helps.

I’ll always go back to Dr. Rhee for any procedure I need. And Suzanne is the sweetest, thank you so much, Suzanne! And Valentina, thank you soo much being so patient with me….Keep up the amazing work!

It’s been a month and a half since I’ve gotten 360 lipo and arm lipo done by Dr. Rhee, and I’m happy to say that I’m pretty satisfied with my results. I’m not overweight but I’ve had some excess fat and skin that I couldn’t get rid of after having my child 6 years ago. The consultation and surgery day went smoothly and everyone at Dr. Rhee’s office was so sweet and made me feel so comfortable every step of the way.

The recovery process is not easy, but I mentally prepared myself for the struggle. The first couple days you will 100% need someone to help you with everything, and every little thing you do will be truly uncomfortable. You get painkillers, and I didn’t have to use all of them, but it was just little things such as not being able to bend at the waist, everything being swollen, not being able to raise your arms above your head, having to wear the compression garments, and not being able to move when you sleep that made the recovery process feel very long. I recommend those with babies or toddlers to wait until your children have more independence to undergo this surgery because the first 2 weeks will be very rough, and it’s only at the one month mark where you’ll begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Now that it’s been 1.5 months, I’m feeling so much better and can really start to appreciate the results of the surgery. I’m particularly loving the lipo 360 results- Dr. Rhee did an amazing job of making my waist and stomach look amazing. Everything looks smooth and even, and the incision points are all healed. There is also a visible reduction in size in my upper arms, which used to be such a complex for me when I wore anything sleeveless. I didn’t know beforehand, but arm lipo takes a very long time to heal and I’m still massaging them daily to make sure they don’t leave any bumps or lines. I’m also still wearing all the compression garments, which Dr. Rhee said should be worn for 3 months, and I can’t wait until 3 months is over because it’s not easy to wear the tight garments 24/7 under your clothes. BUT, my body does feel better when I wear the garments and I feel very sore and achey if I keep the garments off for more than an hour, especially if I’m sitting or lying down.

It’s a long healing process, but I would not want to do it with anyone besides Dr. Rhee and his staff. I’m satisfied with my results so far and can’t wait to see the final results!

Dr. Rhee and his team (Suzanne and Valentina) are such a pleasure to engage with. I learned of Dr. Rhee through a friend who underwent a procedure with him. I engaged with Dr. Rhee for guidance around removing breast implants. I underwent two breast implant surgeries, one in 2016 and one in 2021. The first surgery was poorly performed and I was left with “botched” breasts. The purpose of the second surgery, was to fix the negative results from the first surgery. However after the second surgery, I grew sick over time and my left breast began to change in shape. According to different sources, the sickness feeling is referred to as Breast Implant illness. There isn’t much medical research on the topic, however there are many stories of women who fall ill after undergoing breast implant surgery. I engaged with several doctors on my feelings around feeling sick and believing it was the implants. Most doctors I spoke to discredited how I felt. There was also no way to determine the implants were making me sick. I underwent several tests in different areas for different conditions, and nothing revealed what was causing my sickness. The symptoms I was experiencing were severe joint pain, fatigue, and brain fog. I had lost my ability to run, which was something I was really passionate about. The difference between Dr. Rhee and the other doctors I engaged with, is that Dr. Rhee actually listened to my concerns and didn’t discredit what I was feeling. Dr. Rhee consulted me a couple times (just to hear my concerns and answer questions I had) and didn’t charge me any consultant fees—whereas other doctors charge unreasonable consultation fees and provide no real guidance. I appreciate that Dr. Rhee does not pretend to know all the answers, and does not believe that his perspective is the only perspective there is. Dr. Rhee is open to different perspectives, and more importantly listening to his patients. For this reason, I decided to move forward with removing my implants with Dr Rhee. He also offered pricing that was flexible and fair. Dr. Rhee advised me and treated me like a little sister. Dr. Rhee always reminded me that I was in control of whichever steps I decided to take with my body. Dr. Rhee provided guidance and his perspective with facts and what he’s learned throughout his long tenure in the industry. Nonetheless, he never pushed a plan on me. Dr. Rhee provided a few options and encouraged me to take my time to decide. Ultimately the decision was up to me. Dr. Rhee also encouraged me to take my time to decide whether I wanted to undergo a fat transfer to my breast or a breast lift. The other doctors I met with advised me to have multiple procedures at once, because they believed that my skin would sag too much and it would not look attractive. It always felt like removing my implants would be the worse case scenario. One doctor even suggested that Breast Implant illness was not real and I had to stop reading and watching stories around it. Dr. Rhee is unlike the doctors I met before him, because he actually cares about his patients’s well-being. December 2024 I moved forward with removing my implants, without a lift or a fat transfer. It was the best decision I made, and I wish I would have done it sooner. Although my breast don’t look or feel like they did when I had the implants, they definitely do not look as bad as the other doctors said they would look. More importantly, I feel like my health is improving. After experiencing positive changes and pondering on the thought, I decided to move forward with a fat transfer. I’ve had the space to ponder on it and make the final decision. Dr. Rhee’s office really feels like home. Suzanne and Valentina are always so kind and willing to connect. Suzanne feels like a mother, and I always believe she has my best interest at heart. I’m extremely grateful I came across Dr. Rhee and his team. I feel safe and confident to embark on this journey with them. I highly recommend Dr. Rhee and his team to anyone considering him for a procedure he offers. I will leave another review or update this review after the fat transfer procedure.

Dr. Rhee and his staff were attentive and thorough. They aimed to meet my goals and address my concerns. The procedure was seamless with minimal discomfort and the results have exceeded my expectations.

I went to Dr. Rhee to get chin liposuction and I am so glad I did. Dr. Rhee, Suzanne and Valentina are extremely helpful and answered all my questions during pre-op and post-op. I am three months post op and I am so happy with my results. The only regret I have is not going to him sooner. If you are considering getting chin liposuction definitely book a consult with Dr. Rhee!

I am one year post op from a tummy tuck with Dr. Rhee and I could not have asked for a better experience! Dr. Rhee listened to everything I said and delivered results I didn't know were possible. He and his staff make you feel comfortable and provide excellent patient care. There was always someone available to answer any of my questions and Dr. Rhee was always available post op if I had any concerns. He is patient, informative and takes his time explaining everything. If you are looking for a surgeon who cares individually about their patients then I strongly recommend Dr. Samuel Rhee!

Dr. Rhee and his team provided an exceptional experience, from very thorough initial correspondence and communication to a very comforting and honest in person consultation, and finally with a very successful surgery that I am so happy with the results and recovery. After around 15 years of back pain due to large, low breasts that only got worse after kids and breastfeeding, I am amazed how this surgery INSTANTLY corrected my neck pain and posture, and ability to wear normal clothes and sizes. The recovery was completely manageable and Dr. Rhee was on call with any post operative concerns and always checking in. My results are very natural looking and scar placement looks great. I recommend Dr. Rhee if you are looking for great, natural results, and in a safe and clean and comfortable environment.

My weight loss journey started several years ago, with full effort put into a new healthy lifestyle of exercise and nutrition. I lost 100 lbs and kept it off for close to 6 years. I continue to exercise regularly however, the lower part of my abdomen remained full due to the amount of extra skin.

The clothes I wore hid it well. I decided with all the effort I put into changing I needed the extra skin to stop weighing me down.

Dr. Rhee was the perfect fit for me. During the consultation he completely understood my goals while explaining the tummy tuck procedure, before care and aftercare and left no questions unanswered. I scheduled the procedure even before leaving the office. I was 100% ready for my final transformation.

Suzanne and Valentina continued to keep the line of communication open while I was getting my lab work and medical clearance information done as well as helpful reminders that eased my nerves.

The procedure went well! I am still recovering but can definitely see and feel the difference in my body. The drains and not being able to shower until they were removed were the worst part. I am happy I got the surgery. I look forward to a new wardrobe to match my new figure! Many thanks Dr. Rhee, Suzanne and Valentina!

I recently had a tummy tuck performed by Dr. Rhee, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. Initially, the idea of undergoing surgery without general anesthesia was a bit frightening. However, I was given my medication at 10 AM, and from that moment, I have no memory of anything until I woke up on my sofa at 9 PM. The seamless experience was truly remarkable.

The results are absolutely beautiful. I'm now five weeks out from the surgery and healing perfectly. Dr. Rhee’s expertise is evident in the work done, and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

Suzanne and the rest of the staff were incredible, ensuring that I felt comfortable and cared for every step of the way. Their support continues to be invaluable as I recover. This was my first plastic surgery after losing over 100 pounds, and it has been a life-changing experience.

If I decide to continue my plastic surgery journey, I wouldn’t dream of going to anyone other than Dr. Rhee. The entire process exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend Dr. Rhee and the team to anyone considering a tummy tuck or any other procedure.

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