Amir M. Karam, M.D - San Diego, California

Alison S

Dr Karam is an excellent doctor! His professionalism, skill, and bedside manner are remarkable. I had a Vertical restore surgery 3 months ago, I cannot put into words how happy and satisfied I am with my results. I look very natural and youthful, which was exactly what I wanted. I am very conservative and didn’t want my face to have a drastic change in appearance. He truly has hands of gold and a vision of a true artist!
Overall, I had the best experience from the first consultation all the way through my post op recovery. Everyone in the office took the BEST care of me, especially Megan who was the most compassionate and caring who made me feel completely at ease throughout my entire journey.
Thank you, Dr. Karam and the Care Team for completely transforming my life.

Heidi Dean

Simply, it’s a World Class Experience from the first moment of contact with the clinical staff by telephone to the completion of the last follow up after surgery. It’s an experience just as seen via social media, all is truth, everything from clinic to people look as real as you’re watching them on social media, since that is how I navigated learning about Vertical Restore, physician creditionals, proven results, procedures, helpful suggestions of do’s and don’t of less invasive procedures, after care and real life experiences of Dr Karam’s patients. Over the two years I spent getting ready for having a vertical restore, I became to trust Dr Karam, clinical staff, results and the process. I came with complete trust and that never changed. I took a lot of suggestions from Dr Karam’s patients and his wife Neda and incorporated them into my real life after care in a hotel. I had a nurse with me (Keshia) for the first 48 hours, so I could sleep knowing someone was watching over me and set up a daily regime, including a medication schedule, so I could follow it while recovering. I walked to my follow up appointments - 5 minute walk. Everything went as I expected, the process unfolded just as all the videos, literature, you tube and social media posts portrayed it. It’s a honor to have Dr Karam perform my surgery, his Skill is a Gift. Trust the Process.

Maristela Souza

The entire journey was amazing. The staff prepared me very well before the surgery, they went above and beyond giving me all the information's and advice to make sure I would be well prepared. The vitamins that it was giving to me 2 weeks prior the procedure made a huge difference in the healing process. The entire Surgery Team were spectacular and to tell you the truth I slept during the entire surgery and just woke up on my own bed.I had no pain at all after surgery. It was remarkable how easy was my recovering. How about Dr Amir Karam? It is safe for me to say that He is the most Talented Plastic Surgeon in This Country. He is such a wonderful person and so kind to his patients. Hè is Amazing. I am so lucky and grateful to have him as my plastic surgeon.I turned 63 years old last May and that was my birthday gift for myself. Worth it because I am feeling much younger than my age. Thank You Dr Karam and his entire team for the spectacular work you do for your patients. Maristela

Catherine H

The absolute best surgeon and staff! I followed Dr. Karam for years on his social media and was amazed by his patients natural yet dramatic results. After my surgery, I am so thrilled to have the same outcome. I look exactly like me, just refreshed and more youthful. I am not sure how he does what he does, but he is a true artist. Worth every penny!

W A

Exceptional experience - looking forward to my final results!

I had often thought about plastic surgery once I started looking in the mirror and didn't recognize the person looking back at me. But each time I investigated my options, I could never justify taking the risk based on the results I was seeing. Once I stumbled upon Dr. Karam, that all changed. The first thing that struck me was the amount of practical information he openly shared on a regular basis through his social media, and his absolute sincerity that would come across when he shared it. However, the biggest thing that kept blowing me away were the results of his patients. And when we got to follow the journey of Dr. Karam's wife, Neda, and the amazing results of her Vertical Restore, I was all in!

From the first moment I reached out to Dr. Karam's office, every person I have had contact with has been responsive, knowledgeable and kind, and it's clear that they truly care about their patients. I was well prepared before my surgery and the team made sure I was all set with my arrangements knowing that I was coming from out of town. Once I met Dr. Karam in person for my preoperative appointment, the same knowledge and sincerity stood out, and I knew I was in good hands and that it was time to trust the process. The day of surgery and the follow-up care from Dr. Karam and his team was just as exceptional as the start.

It's been about 3 weeks since my surgery with the progress moving along as expected thanks to the amazing care and guidance I received. I am so appreciative of the work Dr. Karam does and the reasons that inspire him to do it, and I can't wait to share my final results!

Sonia Pronk

I’m following Dr Karam in social media for few years amazed but still not decided till I saw the operation of his wife that he posted step by step… Then I called the office and decided to go for it!!! The results are beyond my expectations!!!! What an artist!! Such a talented doctor! I never knew that I could see again this face of mine totally back to my young self! Every penny spent was absolutely worth it!!! Thanks Dr Karam!!!

Debbie Henson

I can’t say enough on what a wonderful experience I had with Dr. Karam and his team. From the consultation , the surgery, and the after care. Dr. Karam and his team, especially Taylor took excellent care of me, she went above and beyond my expectations. Whenever I had a question she was there to answer it. I had a vertical restore, fat transfer, lip lift, upper Blepharoplasty, and lower pinch. I’m so happy with my results! It’s been 3 1/2 months now and I feel great ! I’m so glad that I chose Dr. Karam !
Thank you Dr. Karam

Francine Peters

I regret to share my deeply disappointing experiences with Dr. Karam over multiple procedures spanning several years. My journey began in 2020 with a fat transfer to address facial hollowing. Despite initial promises, the results quickly faded, leaving me with no noticeable improvement. I was told from staff and Dr. Karam that results would improve over time. Two years later, I saw no positive changes at all. Upon asking for another fat transfer, I was declined as he said he does not do revisions (although it says he does in the contract). My results not only did not get any better, they got worse.

Because I was so unhappy with the results, I considered a vertical restore to fix the issues with the lower half of my face, and upper and lower bleph to help with my eyes. It was not until I asked about doing a different procedure that I was able to talk to Dr. Karam again. Makes sense...if I'm paying more money, he will meet with me. He ended up telling me that he was no longer doing fat transfer without a vertical restore because the results weren't good. If the results were not good, then he should have offered to do a fat transfer again. He did not.

In 2022, I underwent a vertical restore procedure and blepharoplasty. Unfortunately, these interventions also failed to meet expectations. My eyes now appear worse than before, with increased droopiness and wrinkles. A subsequent consultation with an eyelid specialist revealed that Dr. Karam's work was subpar, irreparable, and that he is a surgeon who consistently does revisions for Dr. Karam's sloppy work.

Throughout this process, I've faced significant challenges in obtaining adequate follow-up care. Post-operative appointments were with nurses, not Dr. Karam himself. When I asked to meet with Dr. Karam, the response I always got was that he is "in surgery" and cannot meet. He is so busy doing so many surgeries that he does not have the time for any post-op care at all which is completely NEGLIGENT. My attempts to schedule reviews via phone and email with the doctor have been repeatedly unsuccessful, leaving me feeling dismissed and unheard.

After paying for your procedure, you are nothing but a number and you will be treated as such. It's like the DMV of plastic surgery.I will never be doing a procedure with Dr. Karam ever again. I caution potential patients to look beyond his exciting social media presence and large following, and carefully research patient outcomes. His popularity on social media does not make him the best doctor. His prices reflect his popularity, not his work. In my experience, the high costs associated with Dr. Karam's procedures did not translate to any results or attentive aftercare.

After four years and multiple surgeries, I deeply regret my decision to pursue treatment with this practice.To those considering cosmetic procedures, I strongly advise thorough research and skepticism of overwhelmingly positive reviews. My hope in sharing this experience is to prevent others from enduring extreme disappointment, no results, and financial loss.