With more than 20 years of surgical training and experience, Dr. Kirk Churukian, a dual board-certified plastic surgeon, is well-recognized for his expertise in achieving natural-looking surgical results and uncompromising patient care and satisfaction.

In addition to being a cosmetic surgeon in private practice in Los Gatos, Dr. Churukian, who is highly skilled in reconstructive surgery, serves his community as a trauma specialist at neighboring hospitals. Dr. Churukian also maintains an ongoing commitment to providing the finest breast reconstruction results for cancer survivors throughout the area.

Education and Credentials

Dr. Kirk Churukian holds dual-board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery in General and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His five years of General Surgery residency at UCSF, San Joaquin Valley, included a year as chief resident in Trauma and General Surgery. He completed his training in Plastic Surgery at the University of Louisville where his extensive experience in reconstructive techniques encompassed Microsurgery and Facial Restoration. Dr. Churukian also holds specialized credentials in Hand and Microsurgery from the internationally renowned Kutz & Kleinert and Joseph Boyes Hand Surgery Programs.

Affiliations

Dr. Kirk Churukian is a member of many elite organizations, including:

• The American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
• The American Board of Surgery
  
• The American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  
• The American College of Surgeons
  
• The California Society of Plastic Surgeons
  
• The Santa Clara County Medical Association.

Hospital Privileges

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kirk Churukian primarily performs procedures in his Los Gatos office, which boasts a new, state-of-the-art, state-certified operating suite on site for his patients' convenience. He also holds privileges for plastic and reconstructive surgery at all the major accredited hospitals and surgery centers in the Los Gatos and San Jose area.

Our Private Surgical Center

Aesthetic Images Surgical Center is Dr. Kirk A. Churukian's private, state-of-the-art surgical suite. This state-approved AAAASF operating room provides you with the latest medical technology as well as personalized care in a serene setting for your maximum comfort. Dr. Churukian also enjoys surgical privileges at all major nearby accredited hospitals.

All anesthesia services are provided by board-certified anesthesiologists from Northern California Anesthesia Associates (NCAA) which is the largest private practice of American Board of Anesthesiology board-certified anesthesiologists in the South Bay and Silicon Valley.

Your Consultation

Rapport with patients comes naturally to Dr. Kirk A. Churukian. He realizes that good communication with his patients is as important as his skills in achieving a successful surgical outcome. He encourages his patients to openly discuss the changes they would like to see in their appearance and thoroughly explains what cosmetic surgery can and cannot do for them.

What is our consultation policy?

Through your research, you will find that not all cosmetic surgery consultations are alike. In some cases, you may only meet with the patient care coordinator or see the cosmetic surgeon for as little as 10 minutes. At our office in Los Gatos, we dedicate an hour or more to you in order to well educate you on your chosen procedure. Dr. Churukian feels this time together is crucial in forming the doctor-patient relationship necessary for you to move forward with confidence.

The fee for this comprehensive consultation is $95. When you call for an appointment, you will be asked to guarantee your appointment with a valid credit card. If it becomes necessary for you to reschedule your appointment, we greatly appreciate your courtesy and ask that you respect our time by providing us with a 48-hour advance notice of cancellation to avoid incurring any charges.

What questions should you ask during the consultation?

These are just a few of the questions Dr. Churukian addresses during a consultation. With more than 20 years of surgical training and experience, he ensures that each and every patient has the proper education and guidance necessary to make an informed decision on enhancing their appearance.

• Are you board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery?
  
• What surgical technique will be used?
  
• How long will the procedure take?
  
• Will any discomfort be involved?
  
• What type of pain management is offered?
  
• What are the risks and complications?
  
• What accredited facility will be used for the surgery?
  
• What type of anesthesia will be administered?
  
• Is the anesthesiologist board certified?
  
• What type of follow-up care will be available after the surgery?
  
• Are there any before-and-after photographs of patients who have had similar surgeries?

Payment

In compliance with the suggestions adopted by the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Inc., full payment is required in advance of your scheduled surgery date and most often can be made using your MasterCard, Visa, Discover, cashier's check and/or cash.

When you schedule your surgery with Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, a $500 deposit will be required to hold your surgery date. Any balance due to Dr. Churukian will be collected at your preoperative appointment, typically scheduled two weeks prior to your surgery.

Northern California Anesthesia Associates (NCAA) typically accepts Visa, MasterCard, cashier's checks and/or cash. The anesthesiologist generally accepts cashier's checks and/or cash. No personal checks are ever accepted. Our patient care coordinator will gladly discuss our surgery fees with you during your consultation appointment.

Financing Your Surgery

Did you know that 29% of all Americans have considered having an elective procedure? Of those, 60% would schedule a procedure immediately if financing was available to them.

Today's financing plans make cosmetic surgery very affordable. Most programs offer competitive interest rates based on credit history. The loans can be financed for up to five years with no down payments, no early payment penalties, and complete confidentiality. We will gladly assist you in applying for a loan when you come in to see us, or you can pre-qualify yourself before your consultation. For more information on financing your cosmetic surgery procedure, contact our office in Los Gatos today.

Contact Aesthetic Images Surgery Center

If you would like more information on a procedure with highly qualified and experienced cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Kirk Churukian, please contact our Los Gatos office.