Dr. Kirk A. Churukian MD, FACS
Dr. Kirk A. Churukian MD, FACS
Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon recognized by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. As a respected member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the California Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the San Jose Surgical Society, Dr. Churukian has built a distinguished career spanning over 25 years.
Renowned for his artistic precision and surgical expertise, he brings an unparalleled level of care to his cosmetic surgery practice. He is well known for the innovative office facelift and use of fat grafting and lasers to obtain the most natural results.
Beyond aesthetics, Dr. Churukian is a trusted trauma specialist at local hospitals, where he excels in facial restoration and complex reconstructive surgeries. His commitment to advancing the field of plastic surgery extends to mentoring future surgeons as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at Stanford University. Passionate about patient care, he also dedicates himself to improving the lives of cancer survivors through advanced breast implant reconstruction techniques.
Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD, FACS – Plastic Surgeon
I have gone to great lengths to provide my patients with compassionate and attentive patient care paired with the most sophisticated and advanced medical procedures and techniques available today. I have taken steps to ensure your comfort and overall satisfaction with any procedures undertaken.
As a patient of mine, you will receive a confidential, in-depth personal consultation about your selected procedure. This is the time for you to ask any questions concerning the procedure, recovery, and results. We have a fully accredited, state-of-the-art, private surgical suite, staffed with highly trained personnel, to meet your specific needs.
I look forward to meeting you soon.
Background
Clinical Focus
- Plastic Surgery
Academic Appointments
- Stanford University – Clinical Assistant Professor, Surgery – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Administrative Appointments
- Medical Director, VIP Surgicare. LLC Ambulatory Surgical Center (2005 – Present)
Boards, Advisory Committees, Professional Organizations
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (2000 – Present)
- Member, American Society for Aesthetic Surgery (2005 – Present)
- Member, California Society of Plastic Surgeons (2000 – Present)
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (1995 – Present)
- Member, Santa Clara Medical Society (1995 – Present)
Professional Education
- Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery (1999)
- Medical Education: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (1986) CA
- Residency: UCSF Fresno Pediatric Residency (1992) CA
- Fellowship, Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery, Hand Surgery (1995)
- Residency: University of Louisville Department of Surgery (1995) KY
- Residency, University of Louisville, Plastic Surgery (1995)
- Fellowship: University of Southern California (1993) CA
- Fellowship, University of Southern California-Joseph H. Boyes Foundation, Hand Surgery (1993)
- Residency, UCSF/Valley Medical Center, Surgery (1992)
- Internship: Oregon Health Sciences Univ Hospital (1987) OR
- Internship, Oregon Health Sciences University, Surgery (1987)
- MD, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (1986)