Cosmetic plastic surgeon specialist Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has dedicated his career to restoring patients’ self-esteem. Dr. Ellenbogen’s peers consider him an innovator in the fields of rhinoplasty and revision rhinoplasty, facial fat grafting, chin implants, and facial reshaping techniques. Dr. Ellenbogen is responsible for major medical breakthroughs such as the use of liposuction stem cell therapy in facial rejuvenation and advanced nostrilplasty techniques. Dr. Ellenbogen is a highly respected lecturer and author and has written multiple articles about his work, including a 2003 piece that won the “Best Rhinoplasty Article” award from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Ellenbogen’s clients include celebrities, politicians, and other leaders of industry. His reputation for surgical excellence combined with his professionalism and discretion make him an ideal choice for high profile clients. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen has been interviewed in an assortment of national and international publications, including USA Today, Newsweek, the Wall Street Journal, and the Los Angeles Medical Society Journal. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is the only plastic surgeon to have been featured in National Geographic. Dr. Ellenbogen’s professional expertise has been featured on many television programs as well, including the Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Phil, and various ABC, NBC, and FOX News programs. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is a member of some of the most highly respected organizations for medical professionals in the world. He is a Fellow of the American and International College of Surgeons and is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Society. Dr. Ellenbogen is also a two time recipient of the prestigious American Medical Association Physicians’ Recognition Award. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen practices cosmetic plastic surgery at the Beverly Hills Body Institute, a cosmetic surgery practice in Los Angeles dedicated to helping its patients achieve natural-looking, long-lasting results with minimal invasiveness and recovery time. As the founder and senior physician on staff, Dr. Ellenbogen utilizes his surgical talent and experience to give his patients’ the looks they desire. Patients often seek out Dr. Ellenbogen’s specific services to correct previous cosmetic surgery work that was performed incorrectly. Dr. Richard Ellenbogen currently lives and practices medicine in Southern California.