Dr. Richard Chaffoo La Jolla Plastic Surgery Scripps Memorial Hospital Campus 9850 Genesee Ave. #480 La Jolla, CA 92037-1217 Phone: (858) 997-0096 Walsh Medical Building 25405 Hancock Ave, Ste 101 Murrieta, CA 92562 Phone: (858) 997-0096 Website: http://www.drchaffoo.com/ Contact Dr. Chaffoo Procedures Performed Abdominoplasty Blepharoplasty Body-Contouring after Massive Weight Loss Botox Brachioplasty Breast Augmentation Breast Implant Removal Breast Lifts Breast Reconstruction Breast Reduction Buttock Lift Cheek Implants Chemical/Micro Peels Collagen Injection Computer Imaging Dermabrasion Endoscopic Technique Face Lifts Forehead Lifts Gynecomastia Hair Replacement Laser Hair Removal Laser Skin Resurfacing Lip Augmentation Liposuction Mentoplasty Microdermabrasion Otoplasty Reconstructive Surgery Rhinoplasty Scar Revision Spider-Vein Treatment Tattoo Removal Thigh Lifts

Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS, FICS, derives a great deal of satisfaction from giving service. He devoted several years of his life to his country in the U.S. Navy. Today, he serves the plastic surgery needs of men and women in San Diego: liposuction, breast augmentation, face lift, rhinoplasty, and more. To each and every one, Dr. Chaffoo pledges, "To listen carefully to your concerns, thoroughly explain your options, and work with you to create a plan just for you." Dr. Chaffoo has the unusual distinction of being triple board certified. Not only has he received certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, but from the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well.

• A four year college degree
• A medical degree from an accredited four year school
• Five years of surgical training, at least two in plastic surgery
• Written and oral exams
• Two years of private practice
• Additional fellowship training in facial plastic surgery and head and neck surgery

In addition to his extensive education and training, Dr. Chaffoo is a member of several medical professional organizations emphasizing continuing education. Some of these include the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the San Diego Plastic Surgery Society. He's a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the International College of Surgeons

Today, Dr. Chaffoo possesses over twenty years of experience in facial plastic surgery. To his San Diego patients he pledges, “I promise you I will do everything I can to earn your trust.” Dr. Chaffoo knows that plastic surgery is a very big step for most people, and he knows the decision often involves not just time and money, but deep feelings as well. With his combination of extensive training and keen sensitivity, Dr. Chaffoo can be counted on to understand and respond to his patients' needs.

From facial cosmetic surgery such as rhinoplasty to body contouring procedures like liposuction, San Diego area men and women seek Dr. Chaffoo's skills. He has two convenient offices to choose from, one in La Jolla and one in Temecula. And when a patient is interested in medical spa services, they can visit nearby La Jolla Dermatology and see Dr. Susan Stuart, knowing their treatment will be supervised by Dr. Chaffoo.

"He does absolutely excellent cosmetic surgery."
- Dr. Wendell Smoot

"Dr. Chaffoo is so wonderful. He is amazing. His results are unparalleled. I would recommend him to my family and my friends - I have! And, they're always so happy. If you want details and you want perfectionism, Dr. Chaffoo is the surgeon to go to. Outstanding!"
- Jeanie "Dr. Chaffoo is just an amazing doctor. His expertise is unparalleled. My results are flawless. I knew this was going to be the best thing for me and it was. It was just great! I can't say enough good things about him."
- Linda

"I had waited a little bit later in my life to do the surgery, but it was something I really always wanted to do. I did a lot of research - I went on the Internet; I spoke to friends; and, someone else recommended him to me. He was the best choice. Most people thought I did something different with my hair - something subtle - but it was dramatic to me, which is what I was going for."
- Angela

"I come from a family with a history of baggy eyes and baggy chins. In my late 40's, I decided it was time to do something. I work in the medical field; I've worked with some very well known, very famous dermatologists and plastic surgeons for the last 30 years. I chose Dr. Chaffoo to be my plastic surgeon. I chose him because he was very warm and caring, very talented and very detail oriented. My surgery went really well. It looks incredible. Because of my outcome, I refer a lot of patients over to Dr. Chaffoo; they come back and they just thank me. Life is great! He is a great surgeon."
- Vicki

"I've been in the plastic surgery field for about 16 years as an RN. Dr. Chaffoo is impeccable. His work is beautiful. It's subtle. His personality is wonderful. When you are a nurse working in an O.R. with a doctor and they are still friendly and nice... that says a lot. He enhances natural beauty. They don't look like they've had something done. Very subtle. He's very into the details."
- Nancy (Registered Nurse)

"My experience with Dr. Chaffoo was unbelievable. He is very warm, personable, caring... he made me feel like I was part of his family. Never once did I hesitate about the choices I was making or the procedure I was going to have done. I knew from working in the medical field, that he is one of the best... he is the best!"
- Christine

"I was fortunate to know about Dr. Chaffoo and his reputation before even deciding to have plastic surgery. I knew he was someone that I should go and see before having the procedure. He's professional, nice and easy to talk to. He makes it a lot easier to be his patient and have the procedure, with his professionalism and personality. I have nothing but positive and good things to say about him."
- Judd (Registered Nurse)

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Naval Regional Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA

Division of Plastic Reconstructive and Hand Surgery
Department of Surgery Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU)
Portland, OR

Facial Plastic Surgery
Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery
Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Stanford University Medical Center
Stanford, CA

Burn Surgery. Regional Burn Center
USCD Medical Center, San Diego, CA

BA- Chemistry, Summa Cum Laude
Catawba College, Salisbury, NC

Surgical Internship
Dept of Surgery
Navel Regional Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA

Chairman:
Department Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
U.S. Naval Hospital, Groton, CT

Clinical Instructor:
Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Department of Surgery:
Stanford University Medical Center
Stanford, CA

Vice Chairman:
Department Otolaryngology, Head and Neck
U.S. Naval Hospital, San Diego, CA

Private Practice:
Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
La Jolla, CA

Scripps Hospitals
Department Plastic Surgery,
Encinitas, and La Jolla, CA

Sharp Hospitals
San Diego, CA

Children's Hospitals
San Diego, CA

Tri-City Medical Center
Oceanside, CA. Chief of Plastic Surgery

• American Board of Plastic Surgery
• American Board of Otolaryngology

• San Diego Plastic Surgery Society (Member)
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons (Member)
• American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (Candidate)
• American Academy of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (Fellow)
• American College of Surgeons (Fellow)
• American Head and Neck Surgery Society (Fellow)
• American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Fellow)
• California Society of Plastic Surgeons (Member)

La Jolla Plastic Surgery Scripps Memorial Hospital Campus Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS 9850 Genesee Ave. #300 La Jolla, CA 92037-1217

Directions to our La Jolla Plastic Surgery office:
From North - Travel 5 South, exit Genesee & go left. At the second light, turn right onto Scripps Memorial Hospital Campus. Continue straight, our building is straight ahead

From South - Travel 5 North, exit Genessee & go right. Make a right at Scripps Memorial Hospital & continue to go straight, our building is straight ahead.

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Walsh Medical Building
Richard Chaffoo, MD, FACS
25405 Hancock Ave Ste 101
Murrieta, CA 92562