John M. Shamoun, MD, FACS

At 5’2 and 98 lbs I’m still loving my 32C almost 2 years later! Post surgery I was a 32D and was blown away how natural they looked (size remorse anyone?) and felt. But after the initial swelling went down I turned out to be a 32C and it is ultimately the best size for me… not too flashy but more than enough to make me feel like a woman and have clothes fit properly! Dr. Shamoun knows what he doing! I’m in love with my +2s!

I did go back to Dr. Shamoun to get my breast lifted, and as expected he did a wonderful job. He was so skilled that my nipples never lost sensitivity, even though he guaranteed they would. I also did not want to decrease my breast size, and despite the tissue that was removed, he some how kept me at the same size. The scars are hardly noticeable.
But, despite the great job he did on my breasts, I am not writing an update to talk about those. I am writing an update to talk about something more unexpected. About a year ago I was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma. There was a cancerous mole in the middle of my cheek. When I first found out about it, they told me that they were going to have to cut out a huge area, leaving me with a giant scar, and I would have a special plastic surgeon dedicated to my cheek’s reconstruction. I called Dr. Shamoun’s office because I was deciding if I should go with my assigned plastic surgeon, or a doctor who I was already familiar with. What he did was immediately call me back, personally. He told me all the things I need to be aware of. And all the questions that I should be asking my new plastic surgeon. He made an appointment with me, in which he informed me about everything I could expect. He just was there to help, with anything I needed.
I ended up deciding to go with the other doctor. He did a decent job, however his dedication to perfection was not up to Dr. Shamoun’s level. After a period of time my new doctor decided to start his own practice, pretty much abandoning me in the process. I called Dr. Shamoun asking if he was willing to pick up where the previous surgeon left off. After 1 session with him, I can already see the differences in what the other surgeon was lacking. He is prescribing different care techniques, and watching me more closely. He hasn’t even charged me for any of this.
Dr. Shamoun is not just a fantastic surgeon (he is!) but he also deeply cares about his patients. He will fight for you, even when he doesn’t have anything to gain (monetarily). I regret my decision to use the other surgeon at all, but now that I have Dr. Shamoun on the case, I have confidence that he’s got it under control.

I need to say that after a number of bad experiences lately with other doctors and offices, this visit was a breath of fresh air and a nice surprise. I have not had any procedure done with this doctor, we were there for a second opinion, but the entire approach from the front desk to the discussion with Dr. Shamoun, to stepping out the office was helpful and professional. It was probably the first plastic surgery office that didn’t scream arrogance and botox superficiality, I felt like this is a place where serious, good quality service is provided.
Dr. Shamoun has a pleasant personality, he is confident and most important, honest. I didn’t feel pushed to do anything, he actually recommended that I should continue with my current surgeon, took more than half an hour to answer to my questions in details, he encouraged me to go with my decisions and made me feel respected. In the end he didn’t charge me anything for his time. Class and professionalism! We need more doctors who can understand that greediness and an arrogant pushy attitude are the reasons they have no patients waiting in the waiting rooms.

I’ve waited for more than a year to write a review so I would be able to give a good opinion based off my full experience with Dr. Shamoun. Now that I’ve had one of my last follow ups, I can say my experience has been superior.
I had been wanting breast augmentation for about 10 years and took my time to interview and research many surgeons. I saw a total of 4 in the end and although Dr. Shamoun was one of the most expensive, I’m glad I chose Dr. Shamoun’s experience, professionalism, and his perfectionist personality. He helped offer good opinions based on his experience so I would look natural and choose an appropriate size for my body shape which was important to me. I was extremely flat chested and after having nursed 2 children and the effects of age, I wanted a lift and just something to fill a bra!
The staff was pleasant during the entire cycle. During the day of the surgery though, (when it truly counts), the nurses and others there to help were absolutely amazing. They were extremely attentive and made me feel comfortable and well cared for. I even got a call from the Dr personally after leaving a quick inquiry with their service.
Overall, I would highly recommend using Dr. Shamoun and his staff.

Dr. Shamoun is a great surgeon. He is well-​rounded, in terms of everything I was looking for in a plastic surgeon for my rhinoplasty: technically skilled, artistic, upfront/​honest and warm, professional and confident, and produces individually unique work.
He is technically skilled, and has handled difficult cases such as augmentation revisions; not to mention that he is quadruple board certified, one of the most important to me being ‘American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery’ (as well as American Board of Plastic Surgery, and others). Also, just the «right age,» not too young, not too old. Years of experience.
Dr. Shamoun is artistic and really quite passionate about the work he does. You can feel his passion, even during all the post-​op check ups. I think it’s so great when a doctor gets excited about the work they produce – every time they see you and their work. It makes you feel great too. I cannot stress how important it was to find a doctor who was an artist and who was also able to express that artistic vision through their surgical and technical abilities. That’s key, if not number one on my list, for a plastic surgeon.
He is upfront and honest, and has a warm personality. I really appreciated having a doctor that was able to give me upfront and direct professional advice about what would look best given my features; at the same time he was very willing to listen to what I had wanted/​envisioned. Dr. Shamoun took into consideration what I expressed, and worked with me putting in a lot of effort during the consultation to demonstrate the most balanced and most natural look for my face. A lot of doctors I had consulted with would just ask me what I wanted and did not give me their professional input – in terms of aesthetics, maintaining a natural balance, as well as structural integrity for a lifetime – until I forced it out. [Surprisingly they were all legitimate doctors too, good credentials, etc., but rubbish compared to Dr. Shamoun when I finally met with him, seriously.] If I am seeing a professional, I want professional skill, input, vision, and confidence. If someone is going to cut my face, I need to trust their abilities while I’m asleep at their hands and sharp cutting tools. I only felt that trust with Dr. Shamoun.
To add, I didn’t feel like I was just one of many in a factory so to speak; meaning, Dr. Shamoun gave me the impression he selects his patients and «designs» each individual putting in time and extensive thought into each surgery. I cannot tell you the number of compliments I have gotten (by people who knew I was getting surgery) about how natural and balanced I look. I have primarily been told that there’s a big difference while not losing what was unique about me and that it looks ‘so natural, and balanced’ unlike anyones they have seen before. ‘Fits my face perfectly.’ Not to toot my own horn, but I can’t say that I disagree and I owe that to Dr. Shamoun.

Dr Shamoun and his staff are excellent. From my first consultation through my third follow-​up appointment I have been impressed!!! I did have consultations with others surgeon in the area, but in the end I choose Dr Shamoun because I liked his bedside manner and his approach to surgery. I felt comfortable with Dr Shamoun from the very first consult. He spent a lot of time with me and answered all of my questions. I had breast augmentation surgery 5 weeks ago and could not be happier with the results. I am back to my regular activities and the results have been amazing. Dr Shamoun is truly an artist. I did not choose a specific size implant, but instead described what I wanted and Dr Shamoun did a great job of fitting the implants to my body type. They are still healing, but I am impressed with how natural they look and how they fit my body. I was referred to Dr Shamoun by a friend who had her breast augmentation performed almost 18 years ago and my sister who had a reduction performed 6 years ago. Both still love the work he performed and their results. I was nervous on the day of surgery, but Dr Shamoun, his OR nurse, and his anesthesiologist were caring, answered my questions, and put me at ease. The evening of surgery Dr Shamoun called me to check in and see how I was doing which I really appreciated. All of the staff from Yvonne in the front office to Dr Shamoun truly care about the patient experience. I would highly recommend Dr Shamoun.

Dr. Shamoun literally changed my life. He is AMAZING! I have 2 boys and no matter how much I dieted or went to the gym — I could not get rid of my stretched stomach. I am petite and have always had to be weight conscious. Prior to my surgery I had also lost 20lbs. I knew i would feel so much more confident if I got a tummy tuck. From the minute I met Dr. Shamoun (who btw looks and talks like Mathew McConnaughy — which isn’t a bad thing!). I LOVE his personality and he made me feel very confident. You really know he is an Artist and that he works with YOUR body. I could not be happier! I am absolutely ecstatic with my results! My quality of life is better! I love going to the pool or anywhere I can wear a bikini! I am outside as much as I can. He even gave me 6 pack abs!!! Love love love him and his staff. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Shamoun.

I introduced to Dr Shamoun by another good Doctor (Dr Ealm). I had a filler injections in my country about seven years ago but two years ago the filler migrate to another place which was not good. I went to many plastic surgeon and all of them told me this is silicone injection and we can not touch them, I research on internet and I found out it is very hard to remove silicone injection from the cheeks, Finally I went to Dr Ealm and he was super nice to introduced me to Dr Shamoun, He saw me and tried to remove some of them and he told me this is not silicone injection, The filler was jel injection. OMG! He is one in a million. I am so excited and almost cry. He is the best and thank God. I wish I could give him one million star because he knows what he is doing and you can trust him as a good surgeon. I just like to say thank you Doctor Shamoum and God bless you,

I had a breast reduction 6 years ago and I always get compliments. My obgyn thought they were fake at first because how perfect they were.
This last year I had a rhinoplasty to fix a bump on my nose and to make it more symmetrical. I keep getting compliments from people that know who say it’s the best work they have seen and it doesn’t look like a «stock» nose job and they plan on visiting him.
I have recommended many people to him. I live an hour and a half away, but it’s my face, my body. I didn’t want to leave anything up for chance.
Yvonne is great at the front office. She and the doctor are both easy to talk to.

Dr. Shamoun’s aesthetic expertise is insurmountable, and my recovery was quick and painless. I first found him online three years ago, and even though I live in West Hollywood – a stone’s throw from Beverly Hills where some of the nations «top rated» plastic surgeons practice – I knew Dr. Shamoun was my guy. His portfolio, which he shares with you at length during your initial consultation, is on a level all its own. After just 5 days post-​op I was back to near 100% of my usual daily activities. Needless to say I am thrilled with both my results, and my after-​care, and I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Shamoun to anyone considering breast augmentation. **Especially if you’re smart and not willing to sacrifice your well being for cost. **He is well worth every penny and comparable to many top surgeons in Souther California, yet a step above the rest.

Dr. Shamoun is AMAZING! I have wanted breast implants forever, but when I finally decided it was time, it was important for me to find a doctor who did beautiful, natural work, and who had the knowledge and experience that were necessary in case of any complications. I knew by researching Dr. Shamoun that he is extensively qualified, has years of experience and that he makes breasts look like their best «natural» version.
Dr. Shamoun’s initial consultation was very thorough. He examined me then went through everything I needed to know about having a breast augmentation explaining the different types of implants, sizing, incision sites, placement of implants and complications that could develop. He explained everything as it related to by body and gave me his advice on what he felt would be best but left the decisions to me. He was professional, sweet and patient explaining everything to me and any questions that I had were answered thoroughly
Dr. Shamoun was very honest about how I would be feeling immediately after surgery and I was able to contact him afterwards even though it was a weekend. After surgery there was nothing I had to do besides keep a bra on. There was no bruising, no draining, no compression bands, no extensive massaging, all because of Dr. Shamoun’s expertise in his surgical skills and placement. Dr. Shamoun made my breasts beautiful. I know that his standards for my breasts were even higher than my own and I am beyond thrilled by how they came out. At only a month after my surgery, my breast were soft and looked beautiful. My husband is absolutely amazed by Dr. Shamoun’s work. He loves the way my breasts look and how real they feel. I love that I have beautiful new breasts and that they make the rest of me look even better too :)
From that initial consultation to my appointments after my surgery I have been in to Dr. Shamoun’s office numerous times. Each time I have felt so taken care of, I actually enjoy my appointments. Dr. Shamoun is the best, he is charming, confident without being arrogant, extremely knowledgeable, professional, does exceptional work and tells it like it is. Yvonne, is wonderful as well. She answers any questions that I have, is sweet and helpful and keeps things running smoothly.

I highly recommend Dr. Shamoun!
He is very straightforward, doesn’t suggest anything that you don’t need and is very talented, a real artist.
I had an upper and lower blepharoplasty and three moles removed and I couldn’t be happier. (One of the moles he did pro bono, he wants you to look good!)
I traveled from Silver Lake to Newport Beach because I wanted him to do my surgery and it has proven to be well worth all the commuting.
My eyes look natural not «done» and you would be hard pressed to notice evidence of moles having been removed. One of them was close to being pencil sized so I was really wowed.
My nurse and anesthesiologist were so sweet, I felt I was in expert and caring hands.
My recovery has been easy and without complications.
Can’t speak highly enough of Dr. Shamoun.

If you could give negative stars I definitely would. Dr. Shamoun is a total jerk with No bed side manner what so ever! I went in for a breast revision and all he did was put me down made me feel like crap. Kept harping on my weight when I’m not even that over weight. Total waste of time. Steer clear of this doctor! Oh and a tip for the office update your photo books dont show me pics from 1995! Really! And Dr. Shamoun was talking down and bad about other surgeons I went to. Not professional at all.

I had a great consultation with Dr Shamoun. very personable. Pays attention to what I say. His secretary is amazing. Evonne is great. Great doctor and practice… Totally recommend

I rarely write reviews although I rely heavily on them when making a decision on whether or not to purchase something or in this case, a surgeon. But I feel like my experience with Dr. Shamoun was so great that it has to be shared.
I was actually pretty against plastic surgery my whole life. Not that I had a problem with other people getting it but for myself, not so much. Until I had my sweet, sweet baby. I watched my perky, cute (on the smaller side) breasts deflate.
After much research but still being on the fence about it, I went to a consult with Dr. Shamoun with a high anxiety level and left feeling like I had just gotten a massage. No joke. I immediately trusted him, as did my fiancé, and I knew my original plan of going to several consults with different surgeons was unnecessary. It was extremely important to me to have natural looking fake breasts (I know, silly) and his sense of aesthetic really aligned with mine. He layed out a variety of options, and gave his opinion of what would work best for me. I booked my appointment within 6 weeks. For my follow up consult, he took an additional 45 minutes to answer all of my questions (probably a lot of repeat questions at that). I never felt rushed or pressured in any way.
My biggest worry was getting back to work. Dr. Shamoun said I could go back to work within 3 days if I wanted. I wanted to believe him but am not sure if I fully did. I was off pain meds by day 5 and had weaned down to 2 a day by day 3. I was back to work by day 6 and took tylenol for the first week (I bartend part-​time so I use those muscles constantly). I was shocked by how great the recovery process was. It wasn’t butterflies and cupcakes the first day/​night or anything, but after the initial tightness and soreness, I was totally fine. I was able to lift my arms the first day. They were swollen for the first week or two and the right one looked a little funny during that short time but every day they got better. I had minor nerve pain in the right but by 3 weeks, I had no pain on whatsoever. I opted for under the muscle and crease incision like he suggested for my breast type.
Everything that he told me about the surgery/​recovery has rung true so far. I am now 3 months post-​op and I love love love my new boobs.
They are exactly what I wanted and that is because 1. I feel like Dr. Shamoun listened to everything I said and 2. Dr. Shamoun is an artist with good taste. They are perfect. I couldn’t be happier. And I have a feeling they are just going to keep getting better with time. In my opinion, it’s tough to tell that I had them done unless you know. Which, for whatever reason, was really important to me. I have no problem telling people if it is brought up, I just wasn’t going for anything offensive. (No offense).
I highly recommend having at least a consult with Dr. Shamoun if you are considering a breast augmentation. He is professional and has excellent bedside manner. I am grateful for his expertise. And Yvonne is great as well! Very kind, patient and helpful :) Oh, and my nurse was great. I wish I could remember her name but that day is a little hazy for me. She was comforting and sweet as I was a little nervous.

Being in medical sales and working with what I thought to be the best of the best in the medical field, I have to say the best has a new name in my book, and that name would be Dr. John Shamoun.
Unfortunately, I have to have reconstruction surgery due to a botched surgery in Arizona. How I wish I would have found Dr. Shamoun first.
Although he has not done my surgery yet, HE WILL be the only plastic surgeon I will ever let touch me again.
I traveled to California just to have a consult with Dr. Shamoun and he did what none of the other Plastic Surgeons did… he listened to what I had to say, he showed me before and after photos of recent work he did (not work that was done 10 years ago), he explained in depth my options, he took time out of his busy schedule to answer all my questions, comments and concerns. He was honest, didn’t tell me everything was going to be perfect he told me the truth the way things really are. In addition, he outlined a plan on how I can move forward and what I needed to do. He is a brilliant, caring, concerned surgeon.
I truly have NEVER spoken with a medical professional that talks to you the way he does as an equal, as opposed to talking down to you… these traits that Dr. Shamoun possess are rare in the plastic surgery field, I am basing these comment on my experience in the field as well as interviewing many plastic surgery professionals over the past several years. I can’t speak highly enough about Dr. Shamoun, in addition his patient coordinator Yvonne is absoultely amazing! She took the time to track down a product for me called me back and even followed up with me. What a dynamic duo these two are… from the initial phone call, to the consult to receiving estimates and notes on a timely basis and taking the time to return calls, YOU will not find a better team! I look forward to having Dr. Shamoun fix me! Thank you Dr. Shamoun and Yvonne for renewing my faith in the medical profession!

Dr. John Shamoun is truly the most sincere, honest and SKILLED surgeon in the business. He is an aesthetic eye as well as the skills to give any procedure both a natural and beautiful look. My mom, sister, and myself are all happy to have found him as he is so incredibly patient and takes the time to answer all your questions no matter how long it takes. Also, he does not try to get you to do procedures you don’t need and his office staff is neither pushy or rude. In fact, Evonne, the office manager is one of the kindest and most approachable managers I have met. Please don’t look any further. If you want someone to do your procedures right the FIRST time, go to Dr. Shamoun! You won’t regret it!!!

With something as important as surgery, it is SO important to know you’re seeing a surgeon who is not only extremely skilled and concerned with your safety, but who is also a perfectionist. Surgery is something that’s permanent, so it has to be (or should be) done right the first time. I would not want anyone other than Dr. Shamoun to touch me! In fact, he fixes a lot of people’s plastic surgeries done elsewhere. As an RN, I’m extremely picky in choosing a surgeon, and I would not let just anybody operate on me, be it cosmetic or necessary surgery. I know the risks involved, and I know all of the things that can potentially go wrong in surgery. The most important controllable factor in having a successful surgery is the surgeon you choose.
I have now had the opportunity to work with Dr. Shamoun, and have seen him perform many different surgeries, including breast augs, rhinoplasties, abdominoplasties, face lifts, upper/​lower eyelid lifts, injectables, etc. In every surgery, Dr. Shamoun approaches each patient with the same high level of expertise, care and commitment to his final product. He is not finished with a surgery until he is completely satisfied with the results, even if that means spending more time, or re-​doing sutures so they are perfect. This sometimes means long hours in the OR, but, in the end, the patient wins, because the results from his surgeries are outstanding. Also, his surgeries turn out looking natural, and people never look «done», but instead look like the best version of themselves. Even if major changes are made, people don’t look strange and manufactured. He doesn’t approach surgeries with a «one size fits all» attitude; each surgery is unique and fitting to the patient and what they want.
As to the strange review posted by a «Georgia S.», I’m pretty sure this must be a competitor, or someone who doesn’t like that Shamoun is a successful surgeon, because Dr. Shamoun has never even offered a Groupon deal for any service! So, this woman could not have «found» him from a Groupon add. Not to mention, he does not practice medicine in a dangerous fashion. He is a wonderful doctor, and someone I confidently recommend to my closest friends and family! As a former patient and colleague of Dr. Shamoun, I can say he is a surgeon who can be completely trusted to perform safe and excellent work. If you’re looking around for a plastic surgeon, you’d be doing yourself a disservice if you did not add Dr. Shamoun to your list. His work speaks for itself.

This is my first time saying anything negative about a service I received, but I am so disgusted with him that I had to say something. I first went in on a Groupon for Botox. I was immediately upsold by Dr. Shamoun to also do some «filling» around my mouth and under eyes. He also said I needed more Botox and would give me a discount! When I checked out, they charged me $ 1,700! 1 day later my right eye was so black and blue I was embarrassed to be seen. It kept getting worse and had a huge bump inside the swollen area. 2 days later my eyelid had fallen so far down that I had to actually lift it up to apply mascara. I looked terrible. I called and made an appointment to see the doctor.
When I went into the exam room, waited 45 minutes, Dr. Shamoun finally came in. He said that no had ever gotten a black eye before! REALLY??? I felt there was something wrong with me. Call me stupid, but he is a smooth talker and I forked over another $ 700 for more «filler», This time in my mid face because as he said I was looking «old». They scheduled a check up appoint for one week later.
I arrived 15 minutes before my appointment and sat there for another hour and a half. I asked the receptionist how long It was going to be and her words to me were: «You are only here for a checkup». If I had not controlled myself, I would have jumped over the wall and punched her! ONLY A CHECKUP? Even with my black and blue face, my fallen eyelid, I walked out of the office before I did some I would regret.
After a couple of days I calmed down and made another appointment. He had to do something with my eye. More Botox that did NOTHING! Another appointment, more
Botox NOTHING. I AM DONE!!!
This ordeal began a month and a half ago. I still have the bump and black and blue cheek from the filler and my eyelid is still hanging! Here is the worst part. On the last visit he acutally had the balls to tell me I need filler under my eyes as I was looking very tired. I told him YOU ALREADY PUT FILLER UNDER MY EYES. He then looked at my file and said «well you need more».
That’s when I walked out and will never, ever, ever, return. I can’t believe there is nothing one can do when a cosmetic procedure is bad, there is nothing one can do!
Please beware of Dr. Shamoun

I am a model and needed my results to be as natural looking as possible and he listen to what I wanted and I couldn’t be happier.
I had my breast augmentation last year and am so glad I chose to go to Dr. Shamoun. He answered all my questions with honesty and was very easy to talk to. The procedure went well and my recovery was short and less painful than I thought. The staff is great and made me feel very comfortable! Thank you!