Dr. Richard Ellenbogen

A phenomenally accomplished and skilled medical professional, Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has done more to advance the science and art of cosmetic plastic surgery than anyone else in the field. Frequently sought out to perform corrective and cosmetic plastic surgery on world famous celebrities, heads of state, and Fortune 500 CEOs, Dr. Richard Ellenbogen’s work has landed him on numerous “Best Doctor’s” lists. He has also been featured on sets of national television programs and within the pages of leading newspapers and magazines. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen’s appearances of note include expert medical advice on Extra, Dr. Phil, and The Oprah Winfrey Show.

Named one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in America,” Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has spent much of his career rewriting the possibilities of cosmetic plastic surgery. Widely acknowledged as “The Father of Fat Grafting,” Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has contributed an impressive number of other advancements to his field, including a recent discovery in stem cell research known as the “Stem Cell Facelift.” This procedure, for which Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is given much credit in innovating, involves injecting stem cells derived from liposuctioned fat into the patient’s face, creating naturally younger and healthier looking features. While the operation is still in its infancy, Dr. Richard Ellenbogen’s work in promoting the practice has gone a long way toward bringing the “Stem Cell Facelift” into mainstream cosmetic plastic surgery.

Dr. Richard Ellenbogen’s powerful work has garnered a number of awards from leading cosmetic plastic surgery organizations. Just some of the distinctions Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has received recently include the 2003 Award for Best Rhinoplasty Article from the American Society for Aesthetic Surgery and the award for Best Face Lift from the International College of Plastic Surgeons. Other points of merit include Dr. Richard Ellenbogen’s appointment to the President’s Council on Aging and his two-time reception of the American Medical Association Physician’s Recognition Award.