Dr. Applebaum believes that the most important goal in any plastic surgery procedure is to meet the expectations of the patient. Achieving this outcome requires the ability to combine art and science- to unite aesthetics with medical expertise. The decision to undergo plastic surgery is one of the most personal you'll ever make and Dr. Applebaum believes in taking all the time that is needed to thoroughly understand and address each patient's unique concerns and objectives.

Certifications & Professional Recognition

American Board of Plastic Surgery 1994

Academic Background

Undergraduate:

University of California, Riverside. Riverside Ca. 1981

Medical:

The Chicago Medical School
North Chicago Illinois 1985

Residency:

Los Angeles County USC/Medical Center. 1985-1990. General Surgery.

University of California Irvine Medical Center. Plastic Surgery 1990-1992.

Societies, Memberships, and Affiliations

American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Los Angeles County Medical Society.

Academic Affiliations

University of Southern California Division of Plastic Surgery.