South Coast Plastic Surgery

Dr Song took the time to listen to my concerns and addressed them in a kind and professional manner. I could not be happier with my results three months after surgery. I would not hesitate recommending Dr Song to a friend. His staff is caring, knowledgeable, and willing to go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable and confident being a patient in the practice.

I found my experience with all the staff and Dr. Ali to be very affirming and accommodating! As a transgender male I was nervous and unsure as to how I would be treated, but everyone here was very kind and welcoming to me. Overall I am very happy with my results and have greatly appreciated the positive experience I had at this office. I would recommend Dr. Ali to any trans individuals looking for an accepting and friendly surgeon.

I am not normally a worrier or nervous person, but last year was a stressful medical year for myself and many in my family. Then, to top it off, I was diagnosed with breast cancer 1/28/23 and told I needed an immediate lumpectomy on my left breast. Another scheduled surgery to reverse the emergency colostomy performed on me last year would have to wait. I was crestfallen and began on my new path. While looking for a plastic surgeon for my breast reconstruction I was so fortunate to have Dr. Qureshi recommended to me by the Hoag Breast Cancer Care Team. Having anyone cut you open is concerning, and I had never dreamed I would need a plastic surgeon. Dr Qureshi clearly explained my options and on 3/10 restructured my left breast and did a reduction on the right one to make them match. I am so happy with my results, and all who have seen plenty of breast surgeries agree it was a beautiful job. Going into the surgery process I was very anxious. The pre-surgery appointments were very professional and put me much more at ease. I was told I would end up with about a 50 percent reduction in the left breast size and I was asked about implants. I have never wanted to be larger than my B/C cups, and DD's which I was advised would be needed based on my rib cage bone structure were not an adjustment I wanted to deal with! I decided on reduction of the right to match the reduction on the left so the breasts would look more symmetrical. I have never been self-conscious of my appearance, I must admit I told Dr Qureshi that I did not care how my breasts looked, but now that I see the results of the fabulous job he did I am so happy! I am allergic to adhesives and latex and had no redness from bandages, drains or the free post-surgical bra. I am extremely lucky my cancer was caught so early, removed in the biopsy, and that the pathology showed no other cancer or involvement of the lymph nodes. So in my case there was no need for radiation treatments, which can also impact implants and healing. Nurse Amanda was helpful answering all questions and with getting prescriptions ordered to have on hand. I did not need any of the pain medication or muscle relaxers as the discomfort was not excessive and I would rather feel what hurts. I may have a high tolerance to pain, but it never really hurt, and was only sore for a few days. The drains were the most uncomfortable part of the process since I am a side sleeper, but was I able to sleep comfortably taking only Tylenol. One of the home health care folks who came afterwards was excited in saying that my beast surgery was one of the very best of the many hundreds she had seen. She commented on how great the incisions looked and how well I could expect them to heal. For anyone considering plastic surgery recommend you use Dr. Qureshi at South Coast Plastic Surgery! He was very sensitive to my initial nervousness and anxiety was very calming and really made sure I was comfortable and understood everything in advance. A month later I am starting Physical therapy for self confidence in massaging the scar tissue and doing range of motion exercises. Dr. Qureshi insists on follow-ups and I am happy with all the help getting back to my normal life. Thank you, Dr. Ali, Amanda, Jenna, and the entire team for making this part of my life a more pleasant and grateful experience than I ever imagined it would be!

Dr Kyle Song and his staff are awesome! Needed my silicone implants replaced in 2021 due to them being 10+ years old, and I'd developed a weird boxy deformity on one side. Plus I wanted to go bigger. From start to finish, everything was great. Dr Song is so cool and personable, every member of his team was so nice and efficient. The nurse during the surgery(so sorry that I forgot her name!) was so incredibly kind and comforting. I know, I know: I hate reviews without pictures as much as you do. But I'm not comfortable posting my boobs online. But take my word for it: my boobs look AMAZING and I'm so grateful.

All the nurses and Doctor Qureshi were very friendly and helpful. I felt that the procedure as a whole went very smoothly and I am pleased with my results. Their instructions for pre and post-op care were clear and made the process quite easy. The combination of suggested medications and vitamins, without the use of narcotics, proved extremely beneficial in my recovery. I did not experience much pain after having had major surgery.

I am only 3 weeks post op but I am already so satisfied with my results! This was my 3rd consultation in about 2 years and I saw nurse Natalia for my consult and she answered all my questions! I booked it that day because the office staff was so great and I felt immediately comfortable. I had also had a friend who got her breast aug done with Dr. Song and her results were spectacular. I got 385 and 355 under the muscle and my recovery was a breeze. I had literally no bruising and very very minimal swelling. I was off my pain meds within 48 hours. I was expecting a much worse recovery but I am now 3 weeks post op and I’m feeling almost 100%. My boobs looks amazing already and I am so happy with the implants he chose for me. I couldn’t of asked for a better experience. I have already recommended him to 2 of my friends, one of which just got hers done a few days ago and another who has a consultation next month. Message me with any questions you have and I’ll be happy to answer. So thankful to Dr. Song and his entire office!

So far, so good! From beginning to end, Dr. Song and his team have been phenomenal. They took their time at my consult plus pre-op. I had totally prepared, did lots of research on the procedure, and had no irrational expectations. I chose to have a drainless tummy tuck because all the reading indicated the recovery was fast. Well, I am here to tell you that was the absolute truth. While I basically don't remember the actual surgery day, it was flawless and I woke up and started walking immediately. I had all my meds at home, but I was already so drowsy I didn't need the prescription Percoset. I slept in a recline position just like they asked. The most uncomfortable part were the compression garments. I would have chosen something different but they are the doctors. My 24 hour post op check up went very well. Everything looked in order and again, no pain to speak of. I took 2 Tylenol PMs that evening. Well after Wednesay 5/5 I didn't need pain pills at all, except to sleep becuase I am a side/stomach sleeper, and sleeping on my back is uncomfortable so I took more Tylenol PM, but nothing other than that. By day 5 post op I was walking on a treadmill for 30 minutes. I was off work for a full week and went back to work. Other than a little hunched over, again mostly from the garments, but no pain. No pain in my incision area or lipo areas. It hurts to sneeze or cough so AVOID those at all costs :-). I go Friday 5/21 to get whatever stitches are left out (most of them dissolved) and to clean up the dressings. I will update my review as I progress - I have a few pieces of advice.

Updated on 25 May 2021:
Yesterday 5/24 was my 3 week post-surgery follow up! It was great. While I see some swelling the doctor assured me it is totally normal. My scar will not have that little lumpy appearance. We disrupted the body's natural lymphatic process so it takes time to start again and work efficiently. Seeing as he mentioned the lymphatic process...I asked about lymphatic drainage massage therapy. He encouraged it and said I was okay to start that immediately.
Everything is healing well, all my stitches dissolved and he didn't have to take any out. He gave me scar cream that I apply twice a day. I can RESUME all normal activities, including my strength training workouts. Obviously, stop or go easy when I need to. I have to continue wearing some form of compression gear, but can ditch the velcro abdominal binder. I can start sleeping normally to include on my side and belly (yahoo). I can swim in my pool and stand for hours on end in the lake. I have to go back at month 3 for follow-up.
I am so happy I went with the drainless option. My few pieces of advice:
get another compression garment in addition to the one your surgeon gives you. If they don't give you one buy 2..one to wear, one to wash. My surgeon included a high-waisted panty with hook/eye and zipper closure...but the crotch was also hook and eye closure. Not very comfortable let alone easy when you can't bend over. I would encourage a post-surgery compression garment that includes the abdomen but one with thigh support too. The thigh support is for any lipo they do. There are lots of options out there to include Spanx and Leonisa. I purchased one from Leonisa that is mid thigh/abdomen garment. It zips up with hook/eye closure BUT has an open gusset for when nature calls. There is no bending, zipping, hooking etc. Once you are in it you are in it until you get out of it at night. I have 3 more weeks of wearing my compression gear and can't wait. I will probably always wear my Spanx at work, just because they help my posture and kind of help with waist shaping. the worst part of my experience was the lipo. The actual tummy tuck was pain free for me...but lipo...ugh - sore inner legs NOT fun.
other advice, dresses and easy clothing options. The easier the better. The last thing I wanted was people to see my binder and start asking questions. I normally wear dresses so it wasn't that much of a stretch for me, but going to the bathroom is just problematic so anything I could do to make that time easier I was all down for. I am attaching 2 pics from yesterday. I will do another follow up at week 6.

I had heard great things about Dr. Song. His staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. I had saline implants that were 17 years old and after a baby, it was time for a revision. Dr. Song did great work and I am very happy with the results. 415cc. 

Dr. Song is the most caring, kind and skilled surgeon I could have asked for! When I met with Dr. Song for the first time, he really took the time to listen to what I wanted and why, and made sure that I was fully aware of every decision I was making along the way. When first considering the procedure, I met with several surgeons, and none came close to Dr. Song's impeccable bedside manner. I felt so comfortable with him! The surgery was conducted on-site, meaning I didn't need to deal with a hospital. I'm a couple years post-op now, and I can confirm that this surgery was one of the best decisions I ever made, and I would choose Dr. Song every time. I have minimal scarring, I can wear the clothes I always wanted to wear, and most importantly: my lower back pain is GONE! His staff was wonderful from day one, between booking my consultation to holding my hand through the back-and-forth with my insurance company. I really felt that Dr. Song and everyone at his office had my best interest in mind, and I cannot recommend him highly enough!

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Kyle Song, his staff, and my surgery results. He and everyone in his office are top-notch!

Dr. Kyle Song is professional, patient, kind, and down to earth. I felt comfortable and confident from the start of my consultation and all the way through post-surgery.

Not one, but every single member of his staff is super personable, friendly, and goes the extra mile. They are AMAZING!