Dr. John Diaz is a distinguished Ivy League graduate from Cornell University and a scholarship recipient at the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. Graduating with the highest honors, Dr. Diaz was awarded the Alpha Omega Alpha Award, recognizing the top 10% of medical students nationwide.
Dr. Diaz completed his training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in New York City. His residency at the Montefiore Medical Center of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine included time spent at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital (MEETH) in NYC
where he worked alongside some of the world's most renowned plastic surgeons. His dedication to the field earned him a degree with Distinction in Plastic Surgery Research.
2006
Year Established
24
Years of Surgical Experience
12,000
Breast Augmentations
300
Patients Treated Annually
Dr. Diaz is one of the highest-rated plastic surgeons in Los Angeles. He has achieved this through his commitment to providing the highest level of service and care, ensuring each patient feels valued and receives professional, compassionate treatment. His patient care philosophy is simple: treat every patient as he would his own family or best friend. His passion lies in making patients happy, driving his pursuit of perfection in the operating room.
Dr. Diaz strives every day to elevate the field of plastic surgery. He has published numerous surgical articles in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Diaz even wrote a book about breast augmentation to educate and empower patients. Because of this, he has been featured as a plastic surgery expert in countless magazines and on various television programs, including Dr. Drew’s Lifechangers, EXTRA TV, HLN, and CNN, to name just a few.
Dr. Diaz’s unique blend of surgical expertise, humility, professionalism, and outstanding bedside manner sets him apart in the field of plastic surgery. A family man with a wife and two beautiful daughters, Dr. Diaz continues to dedicate himself to enhancing the lives of his patients through exceptional care and surgical excellence.
Professional Affiliations and Organizations:
- Past President, Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, California Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Member, Rhinoplasty Society
- Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgeons
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Recipient/Member, Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society
- Member, American Medical Association
Achievements and Awards:
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New York Regional Society of Plastic Surgeons Prize
Resident competition for research in plastic surgery -
Distinction in Plastic Surgery Research
Special diploma given in recognition of outstanding research. -
Distinction in Plastic Surgery Research
Special diploma given in recognition of outstanding research. -
Investigators Symposium Prize
Prize given for original research conducted at Montefiore Medical Center. -
House Staff and Alumni Association Award
Annual award given for outstanding volunteer service to Montefiore Medical Center. -
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Award
Given to top 10% of graduating medical students in the country. -
Albert Einstein Student Scholarship
A two-year academic scholarship awarded by the faculty and administration of the medical school.
Volunteer Work:
Board member of Thrive Scholars
Organization supporting disadvantaged students who have demonstrated academic success and future potential.
Publications:
- Teitelbaum, S., Diaz, J., Singer, R. Can Outpatient Plastic Surgery Be Done Safely During a COVID-19 Surge? Results of a July 2020 Los Angeles Survey and Literature Review. Aesthetic Surgery Journal 41(1): 98-108.
- Diaz, J.F. Moderator, Breast and Body Contouring Panel, Los Angeles Multi Specialty Cosmetic Academy (LA-MCA), August 21, 2020.
- Diaz, J.F. Moderator, Webinar “Management of Capsular Contracture” Los Angeles Society of Plastic Surgeons, April 29, 2019.
- Diaz, J.F. Moderator, Scientific Session, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting 2018, New York, NY.
- Diaz, J.F. A Comprehensive Guide to Breast Augmentation, Published 2017.
- Diaz, J.F. Review of 494 Consecutive Breast Augmentation Patients: System to Improve Patient Outcomes and Satisfaction Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal 20; 5(10): e1526. 2017
- Diaz, J.F. Presenter, The Use of 3D Imaging to Optimize Breast Augmentation Outcomes. Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Division of Plastic Surgery, Grand Rounds. August 2015.
- Diaz, J.F. Presenter, Advanced Body Shaping Technologies, Part One. The Aesthetic Show, Las Vegas, NV. July 2015.
- Strauch, B., Herman, C., Diaz, J. Facial Surgery in the Massive Weight Loss Patient Encyclopedia of Body Sculpting in the Massive Weight Loss Patient Thieme, 2009.
- Ellenbogen, R., Diaz, J., Motykie, G. Poster Presentation, Volumetric Facelift, American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA 2006.
- Diaz, J., Liebling, R. Wm., Smith, M.L., Carey, J. Cosmetic Surgery Complications: An Increasing Trend of Mycobacterial Infections Acquired Abroad Poster Presentation at the 2005 Aesthetic Surgery Conference, New Orleans, LA.
- Diaz, J., Gerut, Z., Presenter, Periorbital Soft Tissue Augmentation and Rejuvenation 2005 Senior Resident’s Conference, Houston, Texas.
- Strauch, B., Herman, C., Diaz, J. Nerve Conduits in Peripheral Nerve Repair Atlas of the Hand Clinics 10(1): 125-133, 2005.
- Strauch, B., Rodriguez, D., Diaz, J., Yu, H., Kaplan, G., and Weinstein, D. Autologous Schwann Cells Drive Regeneration through a 6 cm Autogenous Venous Nerve Conduit Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery 17(8): 589-595, 2001.
