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Dr. David Stoker, Marina Del Ray, CA

Dr. David Stoker
4644 Lincoln Blvd., Suite 552
Marina Del Rey, California 90292
(310) 827-2653

Website: www.drstoker.com
Board Certified Since: 2002

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Top Procedures Performed

  • Botox®Injections
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction Surgery
  • Buttock Lift
  • Calf Implants
  • Cheek Implants
  • Chemical or Micro Peels
  • Chin Surgery
  • Collagen Injections
  • Computer Imaging
  • Cosmetic Surgery
  • Ear Pinning Surgery
  • Endoscopic Technique
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Face Lifts
  • Forehead Lift
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Skin Resurfacing
  • Lip Augmentation
  • Liposuction
  • Male Breast Reduction Surgery
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Nose Surgery
  • Permanent Eyeliner
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Scar Revision
  • Skin Cancer Reconstruction
  • Spider-Vein Treatment
  • Tattoo Removal
  • Thigh Lifts
  • Tummy Tucks
  • Upper Arm Lift
  • Wrinkle Reduction
  • About Dr. Stoker

    Dr. David Stoker, a board-certified plastic surgeon, serves the greater Los Angeles area specializing in liposuction, face lift, breast augmentation and related cosmetic surgery procedures. From his undergraduate days at Stanford University to the present, he has earned many accolades and honors for his work.

    While at Stanford, Dr. Stoker was awarded the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Major Grant for Undergraduate Research. He graduated from the University of California, San Francisco Medical School as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and he was also awarded a first place prize by the Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation for his USF-based plastic surgery research. Dr. Stoker did his general surgery residency at New York University (NYU) Medical Center where he received the British Journal of Surgery Award for the highest score in the department on the National In-Service Training Exam. He completed his plastic surgery residency at the Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at NYU.

    More recently, Dr. Stoker was listed in the New York Times Style Magazine as one of the three best surgeons in the country for liposuction. And he was honored to be selected by his colleagues to co-teach the course on liposuction and body contouring at the 2006 and 2007 annual meetings of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

    Dr. Stoker has gained national attention for his clinical research on power-assisted liposuction. He was chosen to serve as a plastic surgery expert on the Dr. Phil Show in 2003. His published works include a chapter on liposuction in a premier plastic surgery textbook as well as numerous journal articles on other plastic surgery procedures.

    Women and men from Beverly Hills, Southern California and beyond choose Dr. Stoker for liposuction, breast augmentation, face lift, tummy tuck and other cosmetic surgery procedures. Along with Dr. Grant Stevens, he operates at the Marina Outpatient Surgery Center, an accredited facility that's both state-of-the-art and warm and welcoming. With his colleagues on the Marina Plastic Surgery team, many of whom have been part of the organization for several years, Dr. Stoker offers his patients a rare combination of top-notch surgical skills and a compassionate, personal approach.

    Testimonials

    Dear Dr. Stoker, Christi, Tammy, Dr. Holloway, Patrice, Maria and the really sweet nurse in the surgery center (I'm so sorry I can't recall your name because I was so nervous!)
    Thank you all so much for making our experience as pleasant and positive as it could be. All of you were so kind to both of us throughout the entire process. Phone calls were always returned, questions were always answered, and we never felt rushed or confused.

    I realize you must do this so often, but I never felt like any of you were in a hurry or did not have time for us. Without exception, you all showed extraordinary honesty, efficiency, and empathy — quite an impressive statement to make about an entire (busy!) office.

    I can't tell you how much Jeff and I both appreciate the exceptional care we have been given. We are so lucky to have found you all!

    We'll schedule a follow up next time we're in LA. Until then, stay happy and well.
    Thank You,
    Fondly,
    Jeff & Shane K.


    Dear Dr. Stoker & Your Team,
    Thank you so much for aiding in my physical transformation.

    Everyone treated me and my personal support group with so much respect that it has left me in awe.


    Dr. Stoker thank you for your gift of artistry. For being so attentive to not just my wants and desires, but to my true body shape.
    I love my new breasts!

    I still am impressed. I dreamed of having beautiful breasts. Dr. Stoker, you made my dream come true! May God continue to Bless You, your family and your staff.

    A Grateful Patient!
    Mary S.


    Dr. Stoker,
    Thank you for doing such an excellent job on me. I am very impressed and pleased with the results. If I hear of anyone wanting this kind of surgery, I will send them your way.
    Sasha F.
    Dear Dr. Stoker & Associates,
    Shock and Awe, would best describe the reaction of my wife's workmates when she returned to work after you performed her facelift and eye enhancement surgery. She, like most individuals, wanted to keep her cosmetic surgery confidential but she found it impossible to do so as her associates continually approached her to compliment and question her about the striking improvements to her appearance. The same enthusiasm and interest is also present with our friends and family members.

    If anyone would have ever told me that some say I would even consider having a facelift, I would have said to that individual, "Belleview Hospital is calling you", however after seeing the magic that performed on my wife, I had to pursue it with an open mind. With my surgery complete and now behind me, I am extremely happy with the results. My wife's sister and our daughter are also pleased with the outstanding results of their surgery procedures that exceeded their wildest expectations. Dr. Stoker's knowledge, professionalism and willingness to pursue and employ the latest techniques in plastic surgery will enhance not only the lifestyles of his patients but the reputation and status of plastic surgeons everywhere. Our complete satisfaction with our facial enhancement surgery is only surpassed by the overall professionalism and attention to detail from all of your Medical Staff Support Specialists.

    Grateful we remain.
    Ron & Terri C.


    Dr. Stoker,
    Thank you for sharing your talent, for having a vision, and for making it happen.

    Mine are beautiful!!

    Arms and boobs — this is the best thing I have ever done!!

    And you were (are) a gift with the ability to do it right! An artist!!

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

    Forever your canvas!
    Kelly F.


    Dr. Stoker,Christi & Tami ...
    Thank you all so much for making my recent surgery a positive experience. You each made me feel very comfortable and confident about my decision — despite my nervousness! Recovery is easier than expected so far, and I anticipate things to only get better.

    Again, thank you!
    Maureen S.


    Dr.Stoker literally changed my life and the way in which I look at myself. One year ago,I had a rhinoplasty (nose job) performed by doctor Stoker. I didn't have a bad nose, I just wanted to slightly refine what I was born with.

    I was extremely nervous about the whole thing, though I knew that this was something that I definitely wanted to do and I had been shopping around many Los Angeles plastic surgeons.

    It was not until I walked into the offices of Marina Plastic Surgery that I finally became comfortable. The entire staff was amazing! They all made me feel so comfortable and were involved and cared every step of the way. The day of the surgery I was cared for so nicely by everyone involved, I felt very safe and comfortable. In the days following the surgery, not only did Dr. Stoker call me at home to check on me personally, but so did the hospital and the anesthesiologist.

    As for the results, I could never have asked for anything as beautiful as what I ended up with! I look like I have the nose that I should have been born with, it is so beautiful. My new nose looks like it fits my face and no one would EVER guess I had it done (people don't believe me when I tell them), my own parents mentioned that I looked different but couldn't exactly pinpoint why, though my nose looks very different than it did.

    I just want to say thank you so much to doctor Stoker and the entire staff at Marina Plastic Surgery and I highly recommend to anyone thinking about getting any type of cosmetic surgery done, to come here and see Dr. Stoker.

    Thank you, you guys have changed my life.
    Sincerely,
    Sophia


    I had a BA just over a year ago by Dr. Stoker. I was very nervous about the procedure, to say the least, but Dr. Stoker and his staff put my mind at ease with their professionalism and by truely caring for their patients. I am totally happy with my results and would recommend his services to anyone. It was a great a experience and a year later I still feel and look great. Thank you for everything!
    Lisa
    Dear Dr. Stoker,
    I can't thank you enough for all you've done for me. I truly, and with all my heart, appreciate all of your beautiful work.
    Jennifer S.

    Board Certification

    • Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    Society Memberships

    • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
    • Dipolomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery
    • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, University of California, San Francisco
    • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
    • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
    Education

    • 1987-1991 Stanford University
      Bachelor of Arts and Science, biology and political science
      Graduated with honors
    • 1991-1995 University of California at San Francisco, School of Medicine
      Doctor of Medicine degree
      Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Member
    Hosptial Affiliations

    • Saint John's Health Center
    • Centinela Freeman Regional Medical Center Marina Campus
    • Centinela Hospital Medical Center
    • Marina Outpatient Surgery Center
    Awards and Honors

    • 1999 British Journal of Surgery Award for highest score on the American Board of Surgery In-Service Training Exam, Department of Surgery, NYU Medical Center
    • 1995 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society Member, University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine
    • 1993 First Place, Plastic Surgery Educational Foundation Scholarship Contest, Investigative Category. P. Benhaim, L.M. Ferreira, T. van den Helder, J. Borsanyi, G. de Vellis, D.A. Stoker, T.H. McCalmont, S.J. Mathes, J.P. Anthony. Use of RS-61443 in Long Term Studies of Transplant Rejection and Neuroregulation in Rat Hindlimb Model of Allotransplantation.
    • 1991 Howard Hughes Medical Institute Major Grant for Undergraduate Research, awarded by the Office of Undergraduate Research, Stanford University.
    Appointments

    • 2006-Present Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery
      Keck School of Medicine
      University of Southern California
    • 2001-Present Marina Plastic Surgery Associates
      Plastic Surgeon in private practice
      Marina del Rey, CA
    • 2000-2001 Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
      New York University Medical Center
      Chief Resident in Plastic Surgery
    • 1999-2000 Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
      New York University Medical Center
      Resident in Plastic Surgery
      98th percentile nationally, Plastic Surgery In-Service Training Exam
    • 1996-1999 New York University Medical Center
      Resident in General Surgery
      99th percentile nationally, Surgery In-Service Training Exam
    • 1995-1996 New York University Medical Center
      Intern in General Surgery

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