J. Brian Boyd, M.D.

I was referred in late November, 2016 to Dr. J. Brian Boyd by my dermatologist, Dr. Salar Hazany in Naples, (Long Beach) California for a medical surgical procedure where "time was of the essence" and involved surgery of a very precise and delicate nature to my upper cheek/lower eyelid. From the start, Dr. Boyd's staff called me almost immediately to get me booked in for my initial assessment. Two surgeries took place over the holidays of 2016, with strict follow-ups and therapy to carefully observe the healing process. A consummate professional and perfectionist (not to mention - a very, very pleasant man), Dr. Boyd takes the time - every time...to properly diagnose issues through detailed assessment and surgery options. Every question gets answered, concerns thoroughly addressed and the surgery with post-op follow-up therapy is met with a gentle and personal 'bedside manner.' This work ethic GREATLY decreases any nervousness or apprehension one may have in approaching such treatment for the first time. Dr. Boyd's office environment, although pristine - has a relaxed personal touch to it, unlike most "conveyor belt" type offices that make you feel like you are being rushed in...and out. His staff...practice manager, surgical coordinator and assistant, Kristine and administrative coordinator, Claudia and are incredibly skilled and knowledgeable -yet all the while displaying a down-to-earth style and demeanor every time questions or concerns are brought up. They provide the support to Dr. Boyd that really completes the overall experience for the patient, to the level where you feel VERY well taken care of. (Special note and a very humble "thank you" to Kristine, who knew exactly when to hold my hand - literally, during difficult moments in surgery.) We are very, very pleased turning to Dr. Boyd for our medical and cosmetic surgery needs...and will continue to do so for a very long time.

I have been seeing Dr. Boyd for over a year now, I needed breast reconstruction after a double breast cancer mastectomy and he has handled everything so very well. I trust him explicitly and would not hesitate to have any work done by him. He is honest, soft spoken, patient, very low keyed but extremely knowledgeable. He did a double DIEP surgery on me and I have had to have a couple of revisions and everything has been fantastic. His office staff, particularly Kristine Nickel, are extremely nice and helpful. My husband has been very impressed with the care I have received and also thinks the world about Dr. Boyd and his staff. I would recommend him most highly, I wish there were more doctors like him around!

Dr. Boyd is one of the nicest, most ethical doctors I've met with a great deal of experience. He truly cares about his patients. The one thing I appreciate about him the most is his honesty. If your looking to have a procedure done, Dr. J Brian Boyd will provide you his honest opinion, even if that means, no procedure. So many plastic surgeons try and up-sell their patients to have multiple procedures performed even if they don't need it. If you want an honest opinion, go see Dr. Boyd, and his results are fantastic too!

The Best Of The Best Of Surgeons! Staff Is Very Friendly & Reassuring.

Seven days ago, Dr. J. Brian Boyd performed a face and neck lift on me. Unlike most patients, I met Dr. Boyd prior to having any desired plastic surgery. A close girlfriend of mine was unhappy with the wrinkles in her neck, and she wanted to get a "neck lift." She told me about this talented doctor who had performed two procedures on her daughter. My friend asked if I would care for her during her days of recovery, which I was glad to accommodate. I attended all preoperative appointments with her, and I got to know Dr. Boyd and his staff quite well. On the day of her surgery, I was introduced to the surgical team, the secretarial staff, and the anesthesiologist at the surgical center in Torrance. Everything I had observed thus far seemed really first class, but it never crossed my mind that I should or could have a procedure. My friend healed within a reasonable time, and her bruising was minimal. During one of her post-op appointments, I asked Dr. Boyd if I would be a good candidate for a face lift. Dr. Boyd made a few low-key comments with no-pressure answers. He never sounded like a salesman. Months passed and I did nothing. My girlfriend continued to receive compliments on her new look, even from friends who did not know she had any plastic surgery. Most said, "Hey, you're looking great. I like that new hair style." Dr. Boyd's work is so natural that many people could not identify what she had done. Still, I was not convinced that I, too, should do anything. One afternoon, I was invited to a luncheon at a private club north of Santa Monica for about a dozen people, most of whom I did not know. The lady across the table from me was having a conversation with the woman next to her. I could not believe what I was hearing. After about ten minutes, I interrupted and said, "Are you talking about Dr. J. Brian Boyd in the South Bay?" The woman was startled but quickly responded, "No, I was talking about my son; but Dr. Boyd is his associate." Then, she told me how highly she regarded Dr. Boyd. She had absolutely the most marvelous things to say about Dr. Boyd---also informing me that he is a textbook author and UCLA professor of surgery. By now, I had talked to more than a dozen people who had only praise for this highly-educated and skilled surgeon. About a week later, I called Dr. Boyd's office and requested a consultation. I loved the way Dr. Boyd explained what he could accomplish and what I could expect. There was absolutely no pressure, and he did not try to talk me into extraneous procedures. I had numerous questions--probably more than most people ask; however, he answered each one with clarity and also explained why, for example, he would not recommend a brow lift on me. He customizes procedures to each individual situation, and he is not like some "facial mills" that do the same thing on every woman's face. He clearly explained what he would do to correct my aging face and neck. By now, I felt that Dr. Boyd was an old friend. What stood out for me was the admiration that absolutely everyone had for Dr. Boyd. They all truly adored and respected him and his work. When I got nervous in the minutes before my operation, one of the surgical nurses said, "I work for other doctors, too, and Dr. Boyd never over corrects his facelifts. He always makes his patients look natural--you have nothing to worry about." I had a full face and neck lift (a week ago) and I am thrilled--so far. Never would I have ever have had a facial procedure had I not found such a caring and skilled surgeon. I was certain that I had found a very rare gem of a man. His lack of "medical arrogance" was refreshing, and it further endeared me to him. I also enjoyed his refined humor, Irish accent, and proper mannerisms, which I interpreted as "dignified."