Dr. Tom Liu, MD
Concierge Plastic Surgery physician, San Mateo, CA
Bay Area Aesthetic SurgeryDr. Liu is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Bay Area Aesthetic Surgery in San Mateo with a focus on breast reconstruction research.
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About Dr. Liu
Dr. Liu graduated from Northwestern University and earned his MD and an MBA in a five-year dual program at the University of Chicago. A medical mission to Puerto Rico, where he helped reconstruct children with congenital deformities, sparked his interest in plastic surgery. He completed a general surgery residency and a plastic surgery fellowship at UCLA Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in aesthetics and microsurgery.
His current research looks at advanced breast reconstruction. His aesthetic approach centers on natural, long-lasting results and on preserving youth rather than transforming through surgery. He enjoys cycling, skiing and hiking with his dogs.
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The practice describes the aesthetic part of plastic surgery as fee for service.
The practice is out of network with most insurers and has contracts only with SCCIPA and Medicare.
The SVIA practices partner with plastic surgery financing companies and work with patients on payment plans.
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Does Dr. Liu take insurance?
The practice is out of network with most insurers. It has contracts only with SCCIPA and Medicare.
Is Dr. Liu board certified?
Dr. Liu is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Where did Dr. Liu train?
Dr. Liu earned his MD at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. He completed a general surgery residency and a plastic surgery fellowship at UCLA Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Liu's office?
Bay Area Aesthetic Surgery is at 66 Bovet Rd #360 in San Mateo, California.
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