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James Nachbar, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
8896 E. Becker Ln., Ste. 102 , Scottsdale, Arizona
4.8 | 47 Reviews
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Drainless Tummy Tuck

ezellsylvia

Absolutely Amazing Surgeon!

Dr. Nachbar is an amazing surgeon. He performed the drainless TT on me and it has been life changing. It's a huge improvement to my confidence and appearance. My biggest problem now is picking an outfit because everything looks great. I've gotten so many compliments. I was not expecting it to be this great. I'm loving it and I feel lucky that i found Dr. Nachbar. I only took 6 days off work and the healing process has been seamless. I 100% recommend him. I am forever grateful to him for fixing me. I had a pretty bad diastasis recti and hernia. Now it looks even better then it did before I had my 3 kids. If your considering this procedure. I encourage you to do a consultation to see if he can help. One more thing. I love that he is honest and will tell you the truth. He gives off a genuine vibe.

Scar Removal

samanthaloves

Amazing doctor - I feel so much more confident

I came to Dr. Nachbar for a scar revision for my tummy tuck. I had been turned down previously by two different doctors who dismissed my concerns by either stating what I wanted was not necessary or could not be done. Then I discovered Dr. Nachbar! Not only did he listen and validate my concerns but he also wholeheartedly agreed that what I was asking for was in fact reasonable and that it could be revised. He did an amazing job correcting my previous surgeon’s work by taking out my c-section scar and revising my tummy tuck scar so that I feel so much more confident than my previous surgery had left me. I honestly wish I had found him and chosen him for my initial surgery! If you are looking for a surgeon, you will be in amazing hands with him. His follow up with me since my revision has been wonderful. He continues to check my progress and if I should ever need anything in future I know who to come to! Thank you Dr. Nachbar! You are the best!!!

$10,300Rhinoplasty
Thoughtful933337

Thoughtful933337

Meticulous and Dedicated Surgeon

Dr. Nachbar exceeded all my expectations. I had a rhinoplasty about a week ago and despite all the swelling my nose already looks amazing. What really impressed me about this doctor was his dedication. I had a few concerns the day after my surgery, which was a Saturday, and called him about 10 times. He answered each and every call and was patient and kind each time. He even met me at his office that same day to take a look at what was concerning me. I will be going with Dr. Nachbar for any future procedures.

Breast Implant Revision

RSProfile862479

Could Have Been Much Better

I recently underwent a procedure performed by Dr. James Nachbar, and I couldn't be happier with the results. I initially approached him with some apprehension, seeking a revision to a previous procedure done by someone else. Dr. Nachbar not only met but exceeded the challenge, correcting the previous work while also enhancing my appearance. Dr. Nachbar is not just a highly skilled surgeon; he is a true artist in his field. His utilization of the latest technological advancements ensures precise assessments and meticulous planning for each procedure, resulting in outcomes that surpassed my expectations. What truly sets Dr. Nachbar and his team apart is their genuine warmth and care for their patients. Dr. Nachbar himself is one of the nicest individuals you could meet, and from the initial consultation to post-operative care, he and his team made me feel comfortable and confident every step of the way. Their attention to detail and willingness to address my concerns made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Thanks to Dr. Nachbar's expertise and dedication, I now feel more confident and radiant than ever before. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. James Nachbar to anyone considering cosmetic enhancement. He is not just a surgeon; he is a compassionate partner in achieving your aesthetic goals. Updated on 26 Jan 2025: I came to Dr. James Nachbar for breast implant revision surgery with high hopes after a previous procedure. While the size adjustment was achieved, I have been left with noticeable asymmetry, including misaligned nipples, uneven pocket sizes, and a lack of overall balance and sculpted shape. One breast appears tighter and well-contoured, while the other looks softer, less defined, and droopy, with excess laxity that creates an unbalanced and uneven appearance. These issues are especially apparent when wearing thinner bras or fitted clothing, where the misaligned nipples and asymmetry stand out. I raised these concerns during my initial consultation, particularly about pocket size, laxity, and the possibility of needing a lift. Dr. Nachbar assured me that none of these would be an issue. Now, despite spending $13,000 on the procedure, I am being asked to pay an additional $4,000 for a revision surgery that is estimated to take less than an hour. However, even with the proposed revision, my concerns about pocket size, skin laxity, and overall contour are still not being addressed in his plan. This leaves me uncertain that the recommended solution will resolve the core issues. When I’ve expressed dissatisfaction, I’ve been met with defensiveness and dismissiveness, which has left me feeling undervalued as a patient. A good surgeon-patient relationship should be built on trust, respect, and open communication, and unfortunately, I’ve not felt that has been the case here. I understand that perfect symmetry can’t always be achieved and that surgical outcomes can vary. However, after investing so much time, money, and trust in this process, I expected a more thoughtful and collaborative approach to resolving my concerns, as well as greater transparency about revision policies and costs. If you are considering Dr. Nachbar, I recommend being very clear about your expectations, voicing all concerns upfront, and asking detailed questions about revision policies before committing. While Dr. Nachbar has expertise in certain areas, my personal experience has left me feeling disappointed and hesitant to move forward with additional work. Additionally, I referred three potential patients to Dr. Nachbar, one of whom spent $30,000 on services. Given my loyalty and the referrals I’ve provided, I would have appreciated a more accommodating approach, such as considering a breast correction as a professional courtesy.

Mommy Makeover

Cool5625

Love how I look and field - my results are just what I had hoped for

Amazing!! My results are just what I had hoped for. I am only 4 weeks out and already love how I look and feel. I was back to work 2 weeks after my procedures and did really well, 4 weeks now and I am resuming my workout routine and ready to go shopping for smaller sizes. The "circumferential" was key for me selecting Dr. Nachbar and I have no regrets. His confidence in this method was so reassuring and after comparing a typical tummy tuck to the circumferential, I knew Dr Nachbar was My Doctor. Dr Nachbar also performed a breast reduction and lift, my back pain is gone, and I look and feel lighter than ever.

Drainless Tummy Tuck

dirshma

Amazing Surgeon & Staff Provides Amazing Results!

Dr. Nachbar performed a drainless tummy tuck 360, muscle repair, breast lift, breast reduction and liposuction December 2021. He and his staff took the time to answer all my questions. All 3 written pages. The surgery went fantasticly. My pain was extremely high and needed extra morphine at the recovery center and extra hydrocodone at home. The pain meds froze my colon so I had to come off of them. Which was super challenging. Going straight Tylenol was a painful process. But Dr. Nachbar & his staff were there every step of the way to support me. I cannot imagine going through that with drains. I'm so happy it was drainless. My muscles were tighten REALLY well, but not so tight that I couldn't breathe. I instantly saw amazing results, despite my swelling. The staff helped me to find a better binder to use vs. the one from the surgery center. My healing slowed & it was b/c I ended up getting an infection in my right breast. Dr. Nachbar immediately sent me some antibiotics & my healing immediately sped up. Not only did my breast start healing right away, but my belly button finally started healing too. My swelling also improved with the antibiotics. I ended up with a second infection and the follow up round of antibiotics stamped it out once and for all. The scabs on my right breast, above my public line, and on my left and right hips were persistent. I had to "air dry" them all to ensure they healed properly. Thankfully I was able to work from home during this time. My final results were amazing! I had a second round of liposuction September 2022 and I couldn't be happier with my results. Just lipo is so much easier to recover from. Just 3 down days & back to work with no issues. I'd totally do it all again. I'm so happy I went with Dr. Nachbar. My body is amazing and my confidence has increased. We're so happy with Dr. Nachbar & his staff that my husband wanted to get some work done. Trust Dr. Nachbar & his staff. You'll be in good hands. ????

Breast Implant Revision
Miriam27

Miriam27

Best surgeon! 3 surgeries so far including nose & breast augmentation

All I have to say are nothing but good things about Dr.Nachbar. He has been my surgeon for years, I’ve had 3 surgeries so far. My nose, breast augmentation, and a couple of days ago I had another breast augmentation with him.

$15,947Butt Implants

ElianaGrijalva

Butt implants and liposuction - Dr Nachbar himself is a great and thoughtful doctor

Tho is the day of surgery, I got 480ccs implants and lipo on my stomach and lower back. I was very nervous going in but Dr Nachbars staff made me feel as comfortable as they possibly could. Dr Nachbar himself is a great and thoughtful doctor and it really reflects on his staff. Updated on 20 Jul 2021: This was the day of surgery after I woke up. I stayed overnight and had help from two nurses who were kind enough to take pictures for me. This doesn’t show much so I’ll post more once I get around to it. Updated on 24 Jul 2021: There is still a good amount of swelling where the liposuction was done but I feel like it's coming along well. I got the drains out this same day and feel better not having them in the way. I have a good amount of projection from the implants but my camera angles do not show it very well. I'll upload better pictures pretty soon. Brushing is going down but soreness is still there, I'm impatient and just want to be healed already!! :( Updated on 31 Jul 2021: Right buttocks is going through extreme pain close to severe muscle spasms. It was extremely tough recovery, they did do intramuscular implants so that may be the reason why.

$5,330Breast Reduction

laurena300

Perfection the Whole Way Through

My plastic surgery experience with Dr. Nachbar could not have been any better. It was perfect. The procedure was called a left breast reduction. I wanted my left breast to be the same size and shape as my right breast and that is exactly what I got! I am so happy with the results I cannot even put into words. I love Dr. Nachbar's staff and office. Everybody is so kind, patient and clean. I definitely made the right choice, choosing Dr. Nachbar.

$5,795Labiaplasty

Vanillaskiess

Labiaplasty + Clitoral Hood Reduction!!

FINALLY got this procedure done, here's are my results! Third day was looking insane super swollen, could barely walk. My one piece of advice to you ladies is make sure you get your prescription filled before you go into surgery, I saw quite a few girls on here who didn't get to fill theirs just like me and I really wish I had them as the pain starts to kick in a couple after the surgery when the anesthesia starts to wear off. It's been almost a week and I'm healing nicely, I will keep these photos updated. I'm loving the results you can see how drastic it is.. I could cry. If you're thinking about getting this DO IT. Dr Nachbar was awesome and the whole team was professional and lovely, definitely recommend them Updated on 2 Jan 2020: There’s a couple firm bumps that my surgeon reassured me are normal and common. It’s extremely itchy!! Updated on 6 Jan 2020: Hard bumps have become soft and itching has subsided. Updated on 6 Jan 2020: Hard bumps have become softer and itchy has subsided. I can wear jeans comfortably yaaaaaaay Updated on 14 Dec 2020: