We understand that choosing cosmetic surgery or non-surgical rejuvenation in San Diego is a very personal decision. That's why we make every effort to create a welcoming, comfortable environment that ensures privacy and confidentiality. In a beautiful fusion of art and technology, our 12,000 square foot Centre provides a peaceful ambiance. The decor is comfortable and homelike so you and your friends or family can relax during your visits.If you're having cosmetic surgery, your well-being is of utmost importance to us, our Centre is equipped to hospital standards, our anesthesiologists are board-certified, and registered nurses assigned to your operating suite are certified in advanced cardiac life support. After surgery, a nurse will be with you throughout your stay in the recovery room. You can rest assured that our qualified, caring staff will make every effort to keep you safe and comfortable during every stage of the cosmetic process.
If you're coming to our Centre for injectables or laser treatments, you can be sure that our care and protocols meet the highest standards. When we founded our practice in 1988, we made the decision to create a place where our patients could count on the highest medical quality while being in an comfortable homelike environment.
La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is located in the Scripps/XIMED Medical Building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital Campus. La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre's dedication to excellence gives you peace of mind that you've come to the right place.
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Reviews (20)
Amie Wylie
Jul 29, 2024
I underwent a 360 liposuction and skin tightening procedure with Dr. Swistun. I feel incredibly fortunate to have had him as my surgeon! From our first meeting, it was clear he is passionate about his work and genuinely cares about his patients. Besides being humble, he takes the time to listen and involve you in your own care. Dr. Swistun thoroughly explains everything and shares his vision for the procedure. His artistic skill as a plastic surgeon is remarkable. He turned my vision into reality, and I couldn't be happier with the results!
The entire office staff, from the welcoming front desk with Miaran, to coordinator Kayla, pre-op nurse Nancy, OR nurse Ruth, and the entire OR team, provided an excellent experience. They are highly organized and on top of everything. I want to thank everyone involved for making my dream a reality. This journey has been incredible, and I am grateful to each one of you. Keep up the fantastic work!
The entire office staff, from the welcoming front desk with Miaran, to coordinator Kayla, pre-op nurse Nancy, OR nurse Ruth, and the entire OR team, provided an excellent experience. They are highly organized and on top of everything. I want to thank everyone involved for making my dream a reality. This journey has been incredible, and I am grateful to each one of you. Keep up the fantastic work!
Monica C.
Mar 18, 2024
I was curious about breast augmentation, so I decided to contact this place. I spoke with Marissa, who explained the process and booked me for a consultation. She was incredibly pleasant, friendly, and efficient. Although I found another place with good reviews and a lower price, Marissa's excellent first impression led me to choose LJCSC.
During my visit, I met with Dr. Salazar, who was not only professional but also approachable and enjoyable to talk to. Together with his nurse, Carmen, they addressed all my concerns and ensured I was well taken care of from beginning to end. The entire staff was very kind. The office was cozy and spacious, with clean restrooms and a refreshment area offering coffee and water.
From consultation to procedure, everything was completed within about a month. The procedure itself went smoothly, and I'm delighted with the results!
During my visit, I met with Dr. Salazar, who was not only professional but also approachable and enjoyable to talk to. Together with his nurse, Carmen, they addressed all my concerns and ensured I was well taken care of from beginning to end. The entire staff was very kind. The office was cozy and spacious, with clean restrooms and a refreshment area offering coffee and water.
From consultation to procedure, everything was completed within about a month. The procedure itself went smoothly, and I'm delighted with the results!
Misty Lane
Nov 13, 2019
I couldn’t be happier with my experience at LJCSC and with Dr. Brahme. I first became acquainted with the office and doctor while attending my friend’s consultation. I was so blown away by Dr. Brahme’s personable bedside manner, that I decided to go with him for my own upcoming procedures. Also, after seeing my friend’s absolutely fantastic results (she had her surgery a couple of months before I had mine) I was even more confident that I had found the perfect doctor for my procedures.
Dr. Brahme did my first procedures last year, and I was so thrilled with my results that I came back when I needed some additional work done.
Just like the first time, Dr. Brahme was kind, personable, and he did an excellent job. Once again, I am so very happy with my results! I have one more procedure that I need done as a "finishing touch" and I, once again, am having Dr. Brahme perform the surgery. I trust him, I like him, and I know he will do a great job! The LJCSC staff are always sweet and welcoming. Christina, Dr. Brahme's nurse, is like a friend to me at this point. I just love her. She is so kind and she does a great job with following-up and seeing how you're doing. Its obvious they care very much about their patients.
Dr. Brahme did my first procedures last year, and I was so thrilled with my results that I came back when I needed some additional work done.
Just like the first time, Dr. Brahme was kind, personable, and he did an excellent job. Once again, I am so very happy with my results! I have one more procedure that I need done as a "finishing touch" and I, once again, am having Dr. Brahme perform the surgery. I trust him, I like him, and I know he will do a great job! The LJCSC staff are always sweet and welcoming. Christina, Dr. Brahme's nurse, is like a friend to me at this point. I just love her. She is so kind and she does a great job with following-up and seeing how you're doing. Its obvious they care very much about their patients.
Kelsey Zimmerman
Jun 21, 2019
I checked out so many different Doctors in my search of finding what was the best fit for my surgery. As soon as I entered La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre until today at 8 weeks post op, my experience has been nothing short of amazing! Everyone is so helpful and nice, it really makes what can be a nerve-racking process go so smoothly. Dr. Smoot exceeded my expectations and gave me a really great result, I am so happy!
Mandy Benesh
Aug 30, 2018
Veronica Wilkins
Jun 29, 2018
I had a breast augmentation with Dr. Salazar and I’ve had the best treatment ever. There staff at LJCSC are so comforting, knowledgeable & friendly. Dr. Salazar heard my envision to what I wanted and made that happen! Thank you so much! I cannot wait to feel even more confident in my skin! Dr.Salazars nurse Carmen also went above and beyond for me- I have a two year old son I had to bring to a couple appointments and she was so patient and even played cartoons on the tv screen in the room so he would be comfortable and entertained.
Then on the day of my procedure I had my family wait in the waiting room for me and she came to comfort me while I waited and then held my hand while the IV was being administered. I could go on and on about how wonderful they are so with that I would refer my friends & family to LJSCS in a heart beat.
Then on the day of my procedure I had my family wait in the waiting room for me and she came to comfort me while I waited and then held my hand while the IV was being administered. I could go on and on about how wonderful they are so with that I would refer my friends & family to LJSCS in a heart beat.
Kim Gray
I am absolutely obsessed with this practice! From the moment you walk in they make you feel so comfortable and like family. Before my visit, I was hesitant about my procedure. I was going through a lot of personal things in my life and I was unsure if this was something I truly wanted to commit to. Everything from the initial consultation to the day of surgery went incredibly smoothy.
The doctors and the team at LJCS are true professionals. The best part about this experience was their commitment to patient happiness and communication. They over-communicated everything to make sure I was not kept in the dark and it totally made me feel better about getting cosmetic surgery. If you're "shopping around" or looking for a bunch of opinions from different surgeons -- trust this practice!! They are the absolute best!!
The doctors and the team at LJCS are true professionals. The best part about this experience was their commitment to patient happiness and communication. They over-communicated everything to make sure I was not kept in the dark and it totally made me feel better about getting cosmetic surgery. If you're "shopping around" or looking for a bunch of opinions from different surgeons -- trust this practice!! They are the absolute best!!
Dinah Brown
I wish I could leave 10 stars! There really is not enough words to say about how wonderful my experience was. From my first consultation, to booking the surgery, operation day and then follow up visits after...all terrific! And that is all just about my interaction with the staff. Ruth was wonderful and personable. Dr. Saltz was great as well and I loved her honest approach.
She was also personable and invested in me as a person. The end result was beautiful natural breasts. I had nursed two children and my previous breasts were in bad shape. As well as a breast augmentation she did a nipple reduction. I feel so young and sexy again. I don't shy away from the mirror after a shower and I love going swimsuit shopping. LJCS gave me back my confidence and I am so thankful I chose to trust such a personal surgery with this team of talented individuals.
As a collective they truly care. I highly recommend them if what you are looking for is a beautiful natural surgery result with kind and caring interactions throughout the process. I have no regrets!!
She was also personable and invested in me as a person. The end result was beautiful natural breasts. I had nursed two children and my previous breasts were in bad shape. As well as a breast augmentation she did a nipple reduction. I feel so young and sexy again. I don't shy away from the mirror after a shower and I love going swimsuit shopping. LJCS gave me back my confidence and I am so thankful I chose to trust such a personal surgery with this team of talented individuals.
As a collective they truly care. I highly recommend them if what you are looking for is a beautiful natural surgery result with kind and caring interactions throughout the process. I have no regrets!!
Contreras S. Emilia
Bruna F.
first off to start Dr Salts was amazing, caring professional and gave me a lot of confidence. Ruth her nurse is just THE BEST SE IS AMAZING!!! all the staff Juliana is a so amazing, was very helpful and friendly!!!
overall if you are looking for a amazing place with amazing professionals this is your place !!!
overall if you are looking for a amazing place with amazing professionals this is your place !!!
Elizabeth B.
I've gotten my lips done by Erin 4 times now and she does an AMAZING job!! I came in with my lips messed up from some one else and she removed it then put Juvaderm back in them and made them perfect! You can tell she really cares and knows what she is doing. She does such a great job, I highly recommend Erin!
Janet B.
Came here after researching several breast augmentation and figured La Jolla would have the best doctors and I wasn't wrong. From the receptionists to their financial advisors and doctors and nurses- they are professional and make you feel at ease and great. Shout out to Dr. Smoot and His assistant Carmen. Both were very knowledgeable and made the whole experience educational and informative while lessening the fear upon surgery. I'm very happy!
Karen Alexander
Dr. Smoot and the team at LJCSC are awesome. He did a fantastic job on me. I am so pleased with the outcome. During the consultation, he asked what I wanted and then showed me how things would look on the computer. He explained everything to me. He has a wonderful bedside manner and he is friendly. Carmen his nurse is outstanding. She is very helpful.
I am glad that I choose Dr. Smoot. I am so pleased with the outcome. I have to say the staff at LJCSC are amazing, from Yvette at the front desk, to Paula in recovery. I work at a hospital and have to say I wish every patient could have the LJCSC experience because they really know how to take of you.
I am glad that I choose Dr. Smoot. I am so pleased with the outcome. I have to say the staff at LJCSC are amazing, from Yvette at the front desk, to Paula in recovery. I work at a hospital and have to say I wish every patient could have the LJCSC experience because they really know how to take of you.
Jocelyn De guzman
After checking out several different doctors I came across Dr. Michael Roark by recommendation from one his past patients and it was best decision I could've made. Dr. Roark and his nurse, Sarah Celeste went above and beyond to take good care of me as their patient. I was extremely nervous about getting a breast augmentation done, but the staff at LJCSC was really helpful and warm. Dr. Roark is nothing short of amazing.
He took the time to get to know me and listened to what I wanted and then from there gave me his best recommendation for my body type. I ended up following his recommendation for my procedure and now, 3 months post-op, I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're reading reviews, looking for a doctor, I highly recommend going to LJCSC and talking to Dr. Roark and Sarah. I promise you won't be disappointed. 5 stars! Excellent job guys!
He took the time to get to know me and listened to what I wanted and then from there gave me his best recommendation for my body type. I ended up following his recommendation for my procedure and now, 3 months post-op, I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're reading reviews, looking for a doctor, I highly recommend going to LJCSC and talking to Dr. Roark and Sarah. I promise you won't be disappointed. 5 stars! Excellent job guys!
Sylvia Dumas
Claudia Daryl
I love La Jolla cosmetic surgery and laser center. I see Dr. Lauren Amico and I love her and the staff. Dr.Amico has changed my skin for the better. I can wear no make up and not feel ugly. I trust Dr.Amico and the staff at La Jolla laser center. I'm so thankful to have found the laser center and surgical center.
Adrienna-Aj Jenkins
I had my augmentation with Dr.Salz, and from start to finish she was so wonderful to work with. As an athlete I was concerned about proportion and recovery, and she was very informative and strategic in making sure I was in the right "cup". My results were beyond what I expected, healing went wonderful and years later I still get compliments. Thank you Dr. Salz and your team for showing me that there is life after years of nursing and gravity your a blessing!
Julie Tripp
Loren Suliman
Walking into LJCSC I was very nervous. I was looking for a rhinoplasty and I heard Dr Ervin Wheeler was the best. Thankfully, I can vouch for that now, as well. I chose Dr Wheeler over the other surgeons I had consults with (in different locations) and he and his team made me feel the most comfortable. From A to Z they constantly checked up on me and made sure everything went smoothly. Also, the main reason for my satisfaction, is that there is no one who will give such natural, amazing results like Dr Wheeler.
His work is like no other. If you're looking for a surgeon and someone who listens to what you want and makes sure it comes out flawlessly, Dr Wheeler is definitely your choice.
His work is like no other. If you're looking for a surgeon and someone who listens to what you want and makes sure it comes out flawlessly, Dr Wheeler is definitely your choice.
Julia Matthews
I can't begin to tell you all how amazing Dr. Smoot and his lovely staff are. From the receptionist, to the Patient Care Coordinator Riana, to the nurse Carmen. Everyone is absolutely AMAZING. They make you feel so comfortable. I went for a breast augmentation.. I had gone to a consult with a different doctor, but the second I sat with Dr. Smoot and his team I knew that he was the right one for the job. He makes you feel so at ease and is very particular about his work. He is incredible and I recommend everyone to go see him for your next consult.