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Dr. Terry Dubrow

Dr. Terry Dubrow

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

33+

Years of Experience

11+

Reviews

5.0

Ratings

About Dr. Terry Dubrow

Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Terry J. Dubrow (born September 14, 1958) is an American plastic surgeon and television personality. He works in Beverly Hills and Newport Beach, California, and has a long reputation of being one of the most successful revision and reconstructive plastic surgeons in America.

  • Professional Background

    • Experience: 35 years and above.
    • First Clinic Established: 1990
    • Procedures conducted: Facelift, rhinoplasty, breast revision, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, body contouring, complex reconstructive, non-surgical aesthetic.
    • Education BS in Psychobiology, UCLA; MS in Epidemiology, Yale University; MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; residency in General Surgery, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center; fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UCLA Medical Center.
    • Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery (FACS)
    • Other Position: Certified expert to the California Medical Board, where he has served a key role in ensuring competency and professional integrity of surgeons across California.
  • Innovations and Contributions

    • More than 30 articles in surgical magazines; co-author of The Acnes Cure, the description of the revolutionary skin care methods of many high-profile clients.
    • Co-host of the successful series of E! Botched by Nature and Botched: Co-host of the successful series Botched, launching complex revision surgery to the global audience.
    • Appeared on The Swan (Fox, 2004), Good Day LA, The Early Show on CBS, Larry King Live and The View.

Dr. Dubrow speaks fluent English, and has a special reputation in complex revision and reconstructive cases, with a patient-centered, methodical approach coupled with a dedication to natural-appearing outcomes.

Good to know

Speciality

Cosmetic/Plastic SurgeryObesity/Bariatric SurgeryWeight Loss ProgramSkin CareRehabilitation and Medical Spa TreatmentMedical Spa TreatmentLaser SurgeryGeneral SurgeryAnti Aging

Language Spoken

English

Awards

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS)
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Global Media Recognition in Reconstructive Advocacy

Founder and Chief Surgeon

1993 - Present

Co-Host and Lead Surgeon

2014 - Present

Attending Surgeon

All Procedures

Performed by Dr. Terry Dubrow

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery

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Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

Obesity/Bariatric Surgery

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Weight Loss Program

Weight Loss Program

Medical weight loss programs abroad offer medically supervised, evidence-based weight management combining nutritional therapy, GLP-1 pharmacotherapy, behavioral coaching, exercise medicine, and body composition monitoring. Programs are designed for sustainable, healthy weight loss — not short-term dieting — and address the metabolic and psychological drivers of obesity. Comprehensive medical weight loss care is expensive and fragmented in many countries. A medically supervised weight loss program that costs $8,000 to $20,000 at home may be available for $2,000 to $6,000 abroad at equally qualified medical wellness centers with physicians, dietitians, and behavioral coaches. Leading international medical [weight loss](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/obesity-bariatric-surgery/weight-loss-medications) centers offer thorough metabolic and hormonal assessment, personalized nutrition and pharmacotherapy plans, and structured exercise programs with ongoing monitoring. Patients consistently report more individualized, science-based weight management than they found through commercial slimming programs at home. The physician's expertise in metabolic medicine and the program's long-term support structure are the most important factors. Confirm the program includes a clinical dietitian and behavioral health support. Sustained lifestyle changes in eating habits, physical activity, sleep quality, and stress management are the essential foundation for maintaining weight loss results long-term.

Skin Care

Skin Care

Skin care treatment abroad covers medical dermatology and aesthetic procedures including acne management, psoriasis treatment, vitiligo phototherapy, laser skin resurfacing, cosmetic injectables, and skin cancer treatment. Options range from evidence-based medical dermatology for chronic skin conditions to advanced aesthetic procedures for skin rejuvenation and appearance enhancement. Dermatology and aesthetic skin treatment costs vary significantly between countries. A fractional laser skin resurfacing session that costs $2,500 to $5,000 at home may be available for $400 to $1,200 abroad at equally equipped dermatology clinics with board-certified dermatologists and the latest laser platforms. Leading international dermatology centers offer comprehensive skin assessments, same-week treatment appointments, and thorough post-procedure care protocols. Patients consistently report receiving more individualized, medically grounded skin care than they found at home. The dermatologist's board certification and the clinic's laser and treatment technology are the most important factors. Confirm your treating physician is a board-certified dermatologist. Adherence to sun protection, prescribed topical regimens, and follow-up appointments is essential for maintaining outcomes and preventing complications.

Rehabilitation and Medical Spa Treatment

Rehabilitation and Medical Spa Treatment

Integrated rehabilitation and medical spa programs combine evidence-based therapeutic recovery with luxury wellness experiences, offering post-surgical recuperation, chronic pain management, burnout recovery, and active aging programs in premium physician-led resort environments. These programs seamlessly blend physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, balneotherapy, and aesthetic medicine in world-class settings. The integration of rehabilitation medicine and luxury wellness is a growing niche available at premium cost in very few Western countries. A comprehensive two-week integrated rehab-medispa program that costs $15,000 to $35,000 at home may be available for $4,000 to $10,000 abroad at equally physician-led centers in Austria, Czech Republic, Thailand, or Switzerland. Leading international integrated programs offer daily structured therapy, [wellness treatments](https://curemeabroad.com/) personalized to recovery goals, and medical oversight throughout the stay. Patients consistently report receiving more comprehensive, holistically integrated care than they found available in their home country. The program physician's dual expertise in rehabilitation and wellness medicine and the facility's accreditation are the most critical factors. Confirm daily [therapy sessions](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/natural-therapies) are medically supervised. Continuing prescribed home exercises, maintaining dietary habits, and managing stress after the program are critical to sustaining the health gains achieved.

Medical Spa Treatment

Medical Spa Treatment

Medical spa treatments abroad offer physician-supervised aesthetic and wellness therapies in luxury resort-style environments, including IV infusion therapy, cosmetic injectables, body contouring, hydrotherapy, and recuperative wellness programs. These are not simply spa holidays — leading medical spas are physician-led and deliver clinical-grade treatments in premium settings. [Medical spa programs](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/medical-spa-treatment/spa-treatment) in Western countries are expensive and often commercially oriented. A comprehensive week-long medispa program that costs $8,000 to $20,000 at home may be available for $2,500 to $7,000 abroad at equally physician-led centers in Thailand, Switzerland, Austria, or the UAE. Leading international medical spas offer thorough health assessments before treatment, customized therapy plans, and ongoing clinical oversight throughout the stay. Patients consistently report receiving more medically rigorous, personalized wellness experiences than they found at home. The [physician's credentials](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/surgery-abroad-red-flags-avoid-scams) and the clinical oversight structure are the most important factors. Confirm a licensed physician reviews your health history before treatments begin. The quality of your ongoing self-care, stress management, and lifestyle habits after returning home determines how lasting your medical spa results will be.

Laser Surgery

Laser Surgery

Laser surgery abroad covers precision laser procedures across ophthalmology, dermatology, urology, ENT, and gynecology, including LASIK, fractional skin resurfacing, HoLEP laser [prostatectomy](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/urology/prostatectomy/united-states), and endovenous laser vein ablation. Advanced laser platforms deliver bloodless, scar-minimizing results across a wide range of clinical indications. [Laser surgery costs[(https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/how-much-is-laser-eye-surgery-cost-prices-factors-worth-it) vary considerably between countries. A fractional CO2 skin resurfacing session that costs $2,000 to $4,000 at home may be available for $400 to $1,200 abroad at equally equipped dermatology or aesthetic medicine centers with experienced laser surgeons. Leading international laser surgery centers offer comprehensive pre-treatment assessments, customized laser parameters, and thorough post-treatment care plans. Patients consistently report receiving more detailed consultations and better-documented treatment protocols than they found at home. The surgeon's laser experience and the generation of the laser platform are the most important factors. Always confirm the specific device model and your surgeon's case volume with that particular system. Sun protection, post-treatment [skincare](https://curemeabroad.com/blogs/top-skin-tightening-procedures) compliance, and follow-up appointments are critical for optimal outcomes and complication avoidance.

General Surgery

General Surgery

General surgery abroad covers hernia repair, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, thyroidectomy, colorectal surgery, and abdominal procedures using minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques. These procedures address common surgical conditions with high precision, minimal scarring, and rapid recovery. General surgical costs vary greatly between countries. A [laparoscopic](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/laparoscopic-surgery) cholecystectomy that costs $15,000 to $25,000 at home may be available for $2,000 to $5,000 abroad at equally accredited hospitals with board-certified general surgeons performing high-volume, low-complication procedures. [Leading international surgical centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer shorter waiting times, advanced laparoscopic and robotic capabilities, and streamlined pre-operative and post-operative care. Patients consistently report receiving more attentive surgical planning and recovery support than they experienced at home. The surgeon's laparoscopic experience and the hospital's accreditation are the most important factors. Confirm the surgeon's annual procedure volume and complication rates. Following postoperative wound care instructions, activity restrictions, and dietary guidelines directly influences recovery speed and long-term outcomes.

Anti Aging

Anti Aging

Anti-aging treatment abroad covers hormone optimization, NAD+ therapy, regenerative aesthetics, longevity health screenings, and cellular rejuvenation programs at physician-led clinics and luxury wellness centers. Programs are science-backed and tailored to each patient's unique biology and longevity goals. Longevity and anti-aging programs in Western countries carry premium price tags. Comprehensive [anti-aging programs](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/skin-care/anti-aging-treatment) that cost $15,000 to $40,000 at home may be available for $4,000 to $12,000 abroad at equally credentialed clinics with board-certified physicians specializing in longevity and regenerative medicine. Leading [international anti-aging centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer advanced biomarker testing, personalized supplementation protocols, and multi-disciplinary longevity teams. Patients consistently report receiving more individualized, science-driven programs than they found available at home. The physician's credentials in longevity or integrative medicine and the quality of diagnostics are the most important factors. Confirm the program begins with thorough hormonal, metabolic, and genomic profiling. Lifestyle adherence — nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress management — forms the foundation upon which all clinical anti-aging interventions build.

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Dr. Terry Dubrow

Dr. Terry Dubrow

33+ years of experiencePrimary speciality - Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery
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After losing 60 lbs on Wegovy, I had so much loose skin. Dr. Dubrow’s 'Weight-Loss Makeover' protocol was life-changing. He is incredibly expensive, and the waitlist is long, but for a high-stakes surgery like this, I wouldn't trust anyone else in Newport Beach.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Dr. Terry Dubrow

Dr. Terry Dubrow

Terry Dubrow is a Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon (MD, FACS) with a strong foundation in their specialty. They have built a career focused on delivering high-quality care to both local and international patients.

Dr. Terry Dubrow

Dr. Terry Dubrow

You can request a consultation with Terry Dubrow through CureMeAbroad by submitting your details. Video consultations are available for international patients before travel through CureMeAbroad.

Dr. Terry Dubrow

Dr. Terry Dubrow

Cosmetic and plastic surgery with Terry Dubrow is significantly more affordable than in Western countries, often 50-65% less than US or UK prices. CureMeAbroad can request a personalized quote based on your procedure requirements and expected recovery timeline.

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