Patient Testimonials
Testimonial from Yelp.com
OMG, this guy is good. No, GREAT...unusually GREAT!
So I have a long history with scars....with cancerous moles...and the need to cut them off my body. I HATE going to the dermatologist because they invariably create large scars and leave me emotionally wounded. (More on this later)
My latest excursion into necessary excisions, a nice name for surgically removing a precancerous mole, was BY FAR the best experience in nearly 30 years of skin care. Yes, I've been at this a long time, unfortunately. WIth more than 20 deep excisions, scars longer than four inches, and multiple keloid-type scars as a result ...I know the drill.
And I'm a tough customer.
This surgery was on my .... er... hindquarters, which meant a pant-less surgery. Weee, fun times. Dr. Cedars first injected my ...er ... hindquarters with lidocaine to numb the area for surgery. As I was lying there, looking out the window (nice view, btw), I was composing this review. Pant-less, getting my asz needled with a burning solution, I was already thinking "Wow, this guy is good. I should put this in his Yelp review." His ability to inject local anesthetic is TOP NOTCH. Remember, I'm comparing his work to +10 other Drs who've done similar surgeries... I really, and unfortunately, am an expert in this matter.
The surgery went well and in prep'ing me to go home, I noticed they used about 10x the tape that previous Drs had used. I think I even said "Wow." This tape is important and I think it was one of the reasons the scars were minimal.
LET ME REPEAT THAT... MY SCARS WERE MINIMAL. Unbelievable! For someone who dreads seeing the bandages come off as it is always a reminder that I'm a freak, I couldn't believe what I saw. Great job Doc!
Lastly, I want to also comment on the extremely high level of professionalism that Dr Cedars showed. He was the first Derm or Plastic Surgeon in the last five years NOT to make a comment about how they could fix something else. Be it a spider vein, a bump on my nose or other "problems" that only an expert would notice, I really don't want to leave a Dr's office feeling uglier than when I walked in.
So, if you've been on the fence, or wounded by other Docs, please don't worry. This is the guy for you, and his staff is great, too.
Thanks again Dr. Cedars!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
He is absolutely the best!!
I recently had a SMAS facelift by Dr. Cedars and am absolutely thrilled!
Being extremely particular I did my research and I pretty much knew what I wanted changed about my face when I went in. I also had previously visited two other plastic surgeons for a consultation so I knew what I didn't want. Dr. Cedars had been recommended by a close relative who had the procedure several years ago and she still looks amazing. So, I was able to see his work firsthand and how it lasted on her after a few years. To me, that is a true testimony of a good surgeon.
I was only with him a few minutes when I knew he was the one I would entrust with this surgery. He went on to painstakingly and thoroughly spend a great deal of time examining my face for bone structure, elasticity, taking pictures and explaining the procedure. He was so easy to talk to and advised what he thought would be best for me and my decision was made.
It was obvious to me he loves what he does which is probably one of the reasons he is so skilled at it, has a confidence about him that makes you feel safe and I am certainly a testimony of his work.. Take a look at some of the before and after photos on his website of others who have been to him in the past.
I was also very impressed with the efficiency of his office staff Sandra, Miriam and others, along with his assistant Jamie who spent a great deal of time talking to me before my procedure in December of 2013. I'm one of those who has lots of questions and she was there to assist whenever needed.
Dr. Cedars also met with me on several occasions before my surgery so I was completely at ease when I went in for my facelift..
The surgery center was professional, the staff efficient and caring and before I knew it I was getting ready to go home that afternoon. Very little pain and the healing process went very well. It has now been almost 2 months and I am so happy with the results. I've also chosen to do some botox and fillers for lines around my mouth and am pleased with the results as well.
I look refreshed, rested and feel so much better about myself. The few who knew I was having it done are amazed at how I look --- the ones that don't know just sort of wonder what I have done differently.
Thank you Dr. Cedars and staff for your care, expertise and professionalism . If I decide I want to do something else someday, you KNOW I'm coming back.
One very happy girl
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Simply the best.
Thorough, experienced, professional, explains everything in detail. Available and helpful. This doctor who is in the business of helping people feel better and look better, also treats his patients like valued customers both befor and after surgery. His office staff knows what thry are doing and they actually answer the phone! Miriam, his office manager, sets the tone for the whole practice, which is focused on excellence.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Tummy Tuck
I've been knowing Michael G. Cedars for about 20 years. He is a board certified plastic surgeon. He did my tummy tuck at the Oakland Surgery Center. I love my results and I'm so glad that I got it done!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Laser Treatment
After two laser procedures and some healing time, I could not be more thrilled with the results. Dr. C really came through! I have such a clarity in my skin that hasn't been apparent since my 20s. It's amazing, to say the least. Many thanks to Dr. Cedars and his amazing staff (especially his nurse, Karen) for a top notch job.
P.S.for those of you not in the know, laser does not mean hair removal! I've been getting questions about that. Lasers have been relatively new on the scene of dermal resurfacing. The MiXTo laser was used on me for two treatments. Fine lines and discolorations are now gone. Take that, Father Time!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
I will definately return to him
Dr Cedars is very knowledgable. I haven't had a procedure done by him yet, but I have had 2 consults and he helped me understand a medical condition that had perplexed the other docs on my medical team for months. Dr. Cedars is professional and did a thorough and detailed exam, after listening intently. I will definately return to him for my procedure when the time is right.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Tummy Tuck
Getting plastic surgery is a huge decision and getting a tummy tuck is no joke - this is MAJOR abdominal surgery. A friend of mine got her breast reduction from Dr. Cedars over 10 years ago and she still raves about him and recommend I do a consult for a tummy tuck with him. Well, it's been three weeks since my surgery and just wanted to share my review of Dr. Cedars and his work. First off, this guy has so many awards and abbreviations at the end of his name which was very comforting to me in and of itself. My surgery went smoothly, I had no complications and Dr. Cedars was able to help me get the sexy back! He is knowledgeable, attentive and responsive. His staff is courteous, professional and want to make you happy. And best of all, they have an attitude of "the customer" is always right - now isn't that a novel concept. Just want to say thank you to J'aime, the surgery coordinator, Dr. Cedars and Dr. Black the anesthesiologist. All real professionals that are very good at what they do.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Earlobe Repair
I had multiple piercings in my ears, and one day when putting on earrings on my left ear, I tore the cartilage, leaving it rather funny-looking. Fortunately, my hair covered it, and even my boyfriend at the time hadn't noticed; he said he'd probably "kissed it many times without realizing it had torn." But it did tear, and for some three years, I contemplated what to do, or rather how to pay to get it fixed. Because it is a cosmetic procedure, my insurance wouldn't cover it, so the cost of the surgery would be completely out-of-pocket.
After some investigating, and consulting the Berkeley Parents' Network (a great source for almost everything), I went to see Dr. Cedars. He said he could fix it, and quoted me a price ($1,000) for the procedure and all follow-up appointments. Preparation for the surgery involved abstaining from ibuprofen for a week prior to surgery; as a headache-sufferer who only finds relief with Motrin or Advil, this was quite difficult. But I did it, even though it involved a three-day headache in the week prior to surgery.
Once at the office for the appointment, it went quite quickly: Dr. Cedars stitched up the tear, and it was completely painless. He also made the lower piercing smaller, as it had stretched over time. He said I would have a small scar on the ear, but that's much better than having a tear.
All in all, I was very happy with this minor procedure, and would recommend Dr. Cedars for all your cosmetic needs.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
He's the best!
I am frankenstein's beauty, created by Dr. Cedars: tummy tuck, breast reduction and lift, re-shaping of giant calves and square butt! Dr. Cedars is an artist. Probably I suffered from pain and temporary inactivity from these procedures, but I don't remember that clearly. I just know that I have never regretted any of these procedures. He's the best!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Wonderful Plastic Surgeon
I found doctor Cedars way back in 2000. I have known him 12 years now he is a wonderful plastic surgeon. I see doctor Cedars in a whole different light then some others, I am a burn victim. As a child I was burned, I have 3rd degree burns over 85% of my body. Dr. Cedars has performed several breast reconstruction surgeries on me. I have total no complaints. They all were performed well and he has a great friendly wonderful staff. He recently performed liposuction on my tummy i was so amazed of the outcome because of the burn scarring, but it came out awesome.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Dr. Cedars is the BEST!
Years ago I had liposuction performed by him on my thighs and hips. It was not very painful. I was so completely pleased with result that in the following years I went back to have a facelift and tummy tuck! I am so not the kind of person you would think that would have cosmetic surgery, but I'm so glad I did. My husband is very pleased with the results and so am I!
Dr. Cedars is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. You want one of those, NOT some Aesthetic Doctor or Ear, Nose and Throat specialist. You have to have a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. They're the ones with all the extra training and certification that has to be kept up.
Dr. Cedars father is a surgeon, all his siblings are doctors, his wife's a doctor and his daughter is in med school. His mom was an artist and I think that must be where he gets his artistic side, because when he operates, he clearly combines his surgical skills with an eye for what can be, to bring out the best in you.
Dr. Cedars takes his time with his patients, explains the procedures, what will happen during surgery and what will happen after. He called me before my surgery and every day of my recovery. And he has a great sense of humor!
So, if you're thinking about having cosmetic surgery, injectable fillers, Botox or laser resurfacing or hair reduction, go see Dr. Cedars, you owe it to yourself!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Dr. Cedars is amazing!
He is so good at what he does, I would trust him to do anything with regards to plastic surgery. He is honest, patient, charming, and sensitive. He volunteers his time fixing cleft palates for children in his spare time- an unbelievably energetic human! He is very good at managing expectations, and following specific instructions on what you want. He is very thorough; he called every day during my recovery and made me feel as if I was his most important patient. So thankful for choosing him!
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Spectacular Work
Dr. Cedars was the best doctor I could have ever hoped for. He was so professional and thoughtful of my modesty; he did spectacular work for me. I'm very happy and healthy. His staff could not have been more thoughtful of me. I would highly recommend Dr. Michael Cedars to all those considering plastic, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. My internist recommended him to me and I have been SO please with my results.
Testimonial from Yelp.com
Dr. Cedars is the best.
I interviewed two other plastic surgeons before deciding to choose him to perform liposuction and a face lift for me when I turned 50. He was great! Very methodical, gentle and really took a lot of time to answer all the questions I had. I am VERY pleased with my results. He's the Past President of the California Plastic Surgeons Society and Chief of Plastic Surgery for Children's Hospital Oakland and Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley. His staff is really nice too. He's partners with Dr. Katie Rodan of Rodan and Fields of Proactiv fame.
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Insurance/cost/surgeon for a breast reduction/lift?
"I used Dr Michael Cedars (now in Oakland on Pill Hill) for a reduction almost 20 years ago. He was phenomenal. I actually did get it fully covered by insurance and they helped me make a case. I had additional support from my GP and my chiropractor. However, I think insurance companies have gotten significantly worse since then and it would be much harder to get them to pay nowadays. Happy to go smaller"
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Plastic surgeon to remove implants and restructure
"Dr. Michael Cedars on Pill Hill in Oakland did my plastic surgery and I am very pleased with the result. He and his office staff are really great to work with. Happy I went to Dr. Cedars"
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Considering having a breast lift
"I had a breast lift done my Dr. Michael Cedars in 1998 - at the time I thought I wanted a reduction (purely cosmetic - not enough to be a medical issue)and saw SEVERAL plastic surgeons in the area, many of whom seemed only to care whether my check cleared. Dr. Cedars, who is located right by Alta Bates hospital on Webster, was very patient and thorough in explaining my options and was most concerned with me being happy with the results. He was also the only Dr. who approached this as serious surgery rather than a beauty treatment, which for me was reassuring - when you are totally under, it's not *really* a spa day. I was very happy with the experience (done at the Surgery Center by the McArthur Bart Station), and 10 years later all I can think is that I wish I'd done it sooner.
Having had no complications or issues, I haven't had to contact Dr. Cedars since, but I believe he's still in business at the same location. still perky"
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Finally thinking seriously about breast reduction
"Hi I went to Dr. Michael Cedars for plastic surgery almost three years ago. I thought he was so great I decided to work for him almost a year ago. Dr. Cedars has a great ''bedside manner'' and is an excellent surgeon. He does alot of breast reduction surgeries and really works hard to make you happy. He is head of Plastic Surgery at Alta Bates Hospital and was head of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Children's Hospital Oakland for eight years. He's a wonderful doctor. "
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Considering breast reduction - any recommendations?
"After years of hesitation and self-torture, I did it: at 50, I had a breast lift and reduction. I researched for the right surgeon all over the place, in depth. Found, I believe, the very best: kind,wonderfully professional, sensitive,a great sense of female psychology. Beautiful hands, beautiful eyes. Not a prima Dona, a true gentleman. Don't even look elsewhere. He is right here in Oakland: Dr. Michael G Cedars, (510) 763-2662. Now, almost a year later, my breasts look quite fantastic. I look slender, and younger. dh"
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Considering a breast lift
"Dr. Michael Cedars did my breast reduction back in 1994. He is affiliated with Alta Bates and has offices in Berkeley and Orinda (I think -- somewhere out there). At the time he was ''the'' plastic surgeon around -- the one all the doctors' wives went to. He was absolutely great. The results of the surgery are fantastic, and he was very sensitive to my modesty issues. He even badgered the insurance company until they paid for it. Good luck!"
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Pierced Ear Repair
"Just had my ear fixed after it finally tore through after many years of too-heavy earrings. In order to keep the same hole, there is a reconstructive process which costs the same as stitching it up and making a new hole. It cost $90 for consultation & $350 for the proceedure. In and out of the office in an hour. Dr. Michael Cedars in Oakland (just moved from Berkeley) 763-2662. Lisa "
Testimonial from Berkeley Parents Network
Cyst
"When my son was in 2nd grade he was hit in the face with a tennis racket. His nose could be described as being in two pieces. Our wonderful pediatrician arranged for him to go to Michael Cedars and be repaired. He is 19 now and I can honestly say that his nose is perfect. There is no scar. In addition to doing a great job, he was very nice to both my son and I (and I at least was a little stressed). Dibsy "
Testimonial from RateMDs.com
Facelift
Dr. Cedars performed a facelift on me three years ago. He did a spectacular job and I am still very pleased with the work he did. I look great but not "done". Dr. Cedars has a wonderful bedside manner and a great sense of humor. He took lots of time to explain everything about the procedure to me before hand and called me daily for about a week after to see how I was doing. Really a great doctor. If you are considering having cosmetic surgery performed, you should go see him. His office phone # is 510-763-2662 and his website is: www.drcedars.com You won't be disappointed"
Testimonial from Wellness.com
Forehead Reconstruction
Doctor Cedars did an incredible job on a forehead reconstruction for my infant son. He is now 19 and looks great. I can't say enough great things about him: he is kind, caring, warm and extremely good at his job. He also did a breast reduction that others thought could not be done and he did a masterful job."
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