Dr. Graham Kemsley was born in England and raised in Canada. He did his undergraduate studies in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta. He then attended the prestigious University of Alberta Medical School and followed that with a General Rotating Internship at the Edmonton General Hospital. At that time he received his medical licentiate from the Medical Counsel of Canada.
Dr. Kemsley then went into General Practice in Vancouver for several years before returning to the University of Alberta Hospital for his residency in General Surgery. This was followed by specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. During this time he worked as an Emergency physician to help make ends meet for his young family. He was certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons specializing in Plastic Surgery. He was later certified by the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.
Dr. Kemsley initially went into practice as a Plastic Surgeon in Calgary, Canada where he was an early pioneer in Microvascular Replantation Surgery and Cosmetic Liposuction. He developed and was the director of the Notre Dame Surgical Center. He was the chief of Plastic Surgery and chief of Surgical Specialties at the Holy Cross hospital. During that time he also worked in Rhiyad, Saudi Arabia helping develop their Plastic Surgery program at the King Faisal Specialty Hospital.
Twenty years ago he moved to California, becoming an Orange County plastic surgeon specializing in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery. He developed the Irvine Blvd. Surgical Center as well as the Newport Institute of Surgery. He was also on the board of the Irvine Multi-Specialty Surgical Center.
Dr. Kemsley is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons, Orange County Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Northwest Society of Plastic Surgeons. He has been a member of the Pan Pacific Surgical Society, the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, as well as many other prestigious medical organizations.
Highly Qualified Orange County Plastic Surgeon
An important factor when choosing a plastic surgeon is qualifications, which include training and experience. Dr. Kemsley earned his medical degree and completed his plastic surgery residency at the University of Alberta, Canada. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, a private, non-profit organization that ensures that medical specialists, such as plastic surgeons, are highly trained and qualified. He is a proud member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Kemsley has personally participated in plastic surgery research and development, and values the advancement of new surgical techniques for popular cosmetic procedures in his Orange County practice like liposuction, breast enlargement, and face lift surgery. Dr. Kemsley performs each procedure with experienced precision and skill.
Compassionate and Considerate
When women and men from Orange County choose a plastic surgeon, personality is a factor that runs a close second to qualifications. Because plastic surgery involves altering a person's appearance, it is a highly personal matter that benefits from open, honest, and comfortable communication between doctor and patient.
Dr. Kemsley makes it a priority to set the tone with his patients from the start. At the initial consultation, he ensures that there is plenty of time to establish a connection with his patients without making them feel rushed. He truly listens to their goals and concerns, and makes an effort to answer their questions completely. Dr. Kemsley's patients often describe his demeanor as kind and nurturing, especially admirable qualities in a physician.
Dr. Kemsley believes aftercare is equally as important as pre-surgical care. He makes an effort to spend just as much time with his patients after their procedures as he does up front, supporting them through their cosmetic surgery experience from start to finish.
Kind and Capable Support Staff
Dr. Kemsley has a friendly and knowledgeable support team that provides his patients with information, as well as consideration and care. They go out of their way to assist patients with scheduling and planning, which is especially important to the many patients who fly in for cosmetic surgery from outside of the area, as well as other countries.
Liposuction
"Dr. Kemsley is a kind and caring physician. Everyone was professional and kind. After my consultation and meeting the staff, I knew I had picked the right doctor. And now I am so happy with my new body. I can wear clothes I thought I would never wear again."
- Liposuction Patient
"I had seen several other doctors for a consultation, but I found Dr. Kemsley to be warm and compassionate; he puts you at ease. He was very clear about what to expect from the surgery, the recovery time and the results. It is important to him that you're happy with how you look. I've recommended him to my mother and a girl friend - both of them are as pleased as I am with how the surgery has turned out."
- Liposuction and Breast Augmentation patient
"It's been almost two months since my surgery and I feel like a different woman. My extreme frustration with my thickening thighs and waistline is gone, thanks to Dr. Kemsley's miraculous work and expertise."
- Liposuction Patient
"A friend's mother had had reconstructive surgery and highly recommended Dr. Kemsley. I was very impressed with him and his staff - they are honest and caring; you know you can trust them. Before, during and after the surgery - I felt as if I was their first priority, and the results are fantastic. Dr. Kemsley is a perfectionist, and the price he gives you is for perfection. He does the best job he possibly can do with your body."
- Mastopexy/Liposuction Patient "Dr. Kemsley not only made me a perfect size 6 but also, and more importantly, has given me the self-confidence and self-esteem to be comfortable and confident with who I am and what I look like."
- Liposuction Patient
Rhinoplasty
"Thank you for giving me the best care through my surgery. I can't wait to see what wonderful work you did on my new nose! Thank you again for making me feel so special and taken care of!"
- Rhinoplasty Patient
"I was referred to Dr. Kemsley by my dermatologist, and when I started asking around, I found he had an outstanding reputation. I have had quite a few procedures done - rhinoplasty, a brow lift, a blue peel, breast lift - and in all cases the results were better than I ever expected. I try to convince everyone that he is the only doctor they should ever use."
- Rhinoplasty Patient
"Dr. Kemsley has made me the gift of a beautiful new nose. The entire process was a wonderful experience - everyone was so caring, encouraging and professional."
- Rhinoplasty Patient
"I was impressed with Dr. Kemsley's expertise, artistry and kind manner and with the staff, who were all so caring and calming. I am very happy with 'the nose' I now have."
- Rhinoplasty Patient
"I like my profile now - such a difference to me! I really appreciated the check-in call the next day when I was feeling a bit uncomfortable."
- Rhinoplasty Patient
Facelift
"My life has changed since the surgery. I feel that folks treat me as a normal person now. I am so grateful to have eyes that are the same size, no bumps under my eyes, no hundreds of wrinkles and folds on my neck and under my eyes, and a lovely chin. Dr. Kemsley is a truly gifted and talented physician who performed a miracle on me. He and his staff gave me the strength and courage to go through all of the improvements that have made such a difference."
- Facelift Patient
"My dermatologist recommended Dr. Kemsley and, before I had my own facelift done, I sent my daughter to him for a breast augmentation. He did a wonderful job - I think it says something that I would trust my daughter to him. Both he and his staff are very warm and caring, very thorough; he's an extremely talented doctor. I've referred many of my colleagues to him, and everyone has been nothing but pleased."
- Facelift Patient
"Each day I have less redness in my face and more compliments to smile at. Dr. Kemsley did a terrific job on my face, addressed all my questions and concerns and set my mind at ease."
- Facelift Patient
"I have been going to Dr. Kemsley for several years and have had a number of procedures. He is wonderful with patients - explains everything and is calming and reassuring. I am in a business where you need to keep looking fresh - and all the work has been very, very natural. He is a real artist."
- Facelift/Blepharoplasty/Liposuction Patient
Breast Augmentation
"Thank you for everything you have done. We are very grateful for your expertise, bedside manor and follow-through. We are very happy with the results. As they say they might not be real but they are REAL fabulous! Thanks again!"
- Breast Augmentation Patient
"Dr. Kemsley understands what works aesthetically for each person's body. Due to his surgical technique and experience, he can decrease tissue damage so recovery time is shortened. He knows where to put incisions so they can be hidden once the implants are in and the swelling is reduced. All this takes great finesse and attention to detail."
- Breast Augmentation Patient
"The office staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable, and Dr. Kemsley was very pleasant and comforting. This was the first time I ever had surgery so I was nervous, but I found the pain was very minimal and the healing went very quickly. And I am happy with the results. It has transformed the way I carry myself. The change was very much in proportion with my body as a whole and it's fun to buy clothes now."
- Breast Augmentation Patient
"I had wanted my breasts done for a very long time and went to many doctors before consulting with Dr. Kemsley. Every one of them had planned to put my breasts under the muscle, but Dr. Kemsley took the time to explain why they should be above. I was nervous since I had never had surgery before. But both Dr. Kemsley and his staff were very reassuring and obviously knew what they were doing. I am so happy with the results - my breasts look and feel completely natural. Now I recommend him to everyone. It's the best decision I ever made and the best money I ever spent."
- Breast Augmentation Patient
Breast Reconstruction
"Dear Dr. Kemsley, This is a real task for me to find words strong enough to come through on a simple "Thank you". I have had 3 major change surgeries over the last 15 years by you. "That" alone speaks in volumes. I interviewed other doctors but none came close to the assured comfort level that came so natural to you. Our last surgery proved to be very different. Your emotional phone call to me confirmed that you truly care and Oh!...What a comfort that was! The stress level and the raw truth of the conversation was that I had "Breast Cancer". Now we will meet again in surgery with my cancer surgeon as you offered to be involved in my case. With you there I feel a true sense of "I will be OK". My family, clients and friends are aware of your generosity and each asked to thank you. So from us all "Thank you"!"
- Breast Reconstruction Patient
Skin Care
"I've been impressed with how nice everyone is, and how knowledgeable. Certainly the prices are very competitive, and neither Dr. Kemsley nor his staff try to sell you additional work that you don't need. As a result, I trust them. I have been a competitive athlete, outdoors a great deal, and the skin products and treatments have done wonders for my complexion - even my husband has noticed the difference. I know in the next few years I will be thinking of having surgery done, and Dr. Kemsley will be the one I turn to."
- Skin Care Patient
Laser Surgery
"I chose Dr. Kemsley because he had the education, experience and, most importantly, the skill. I'm an artist, and he drew a picture for me of what the surgery would do, that convinced me that he was the right choice for me. Plus his staff is warm and friendly; you can tell they respect him and love working there. I would recommend him to anyone - and I do."
- Laser Surgery Patient
Laser Resurfacing
"I especially appreciate Dr. Kemsley's integrity. He is very careful to explain the procedure fully and is completely honest about what you can expect both in terms of results and recovery time. And he is conservative - he doesn't do too much, so the results are completely natural-looking. People who haven't seen me in a while come up and tell me how wonderful I look. I would recommend him without any qualms to anyone for any procedure."
- Laser Resurfacing Patient
Other "I want to thank you and your staff. Not just for what you did, which was wonderful but for the way you did it...for the smiles and the warmth and the caring you put into it. You're all very special people. Thanks for making me feel special, too. Thank you."
- Your Patient
"I just wanted to express my deep gratitude to you and your staff for your wonderful care. When one considers any kind of surgery, there are a lot of questions and worries. You, your nurse and your entire staff were so caring, reassuring and professional that I always felt the utmost confidence that I had the best medical team on my side. My experience in the outpatient surgical center was also excellent setting the stage for a quick and speedy recovery. Thank you so much for your kindness, attention and caring. I absolutely love the results of my surgery."
- Your Patient
