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Milind K. Ambe, M.D.

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While working together in an unhurried way, I believe we can find the right formula for safety, comfort and peace-of-mind. As a local surgeon, I can assist you with your Orange County Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, or Breast Enhancement procedure. Proper education in your cosmetic plastic surgery procedure is extremely important; we will establish realistic expectations which will help us to achieve the surgical results you desire.

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Dr. Ambe has also found international acclaim by being the surgeon of choice for the women on the hit TV show, The Real Housewives of Orange County, for the past three years. Dr. Ambe has also been featured on NBC's Extra and in Star Magazine discussing Real Housewives Plastic Surgery.

Office

Dr. Ambe's office is located in the Center Medical Plaza next to the prestigious Fashion Island Shopping Center.

In 2004 Dr. Ambe opened Newport Center Surgical, a 7,000 square foot fully accredited surgery center. The surgery center has 22 members on staff and employs only Board Certified physicans, including two Board Certified Anesthesiologists with whom Dr. Ambe works exclusively. The facility is accredited by Medicare, The State of California, The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and The American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Plastic Surgery Facilities. Dr. Ambe has worked with the same surgical team of Registered Nurses, Surgical Technicians and Board Certified Anesthesiologists since its opening in 2004. This standard of consistency and care is a large contributing factor to the results that he consistently achieves.

Each operating room uses EKG, Pulse Oximetry, Blood Pressure and Capnograph (CO2) to monitor the patient during surgery. EKG, Pulse Oximetry, and Blood Pressure monitors are also used in the recovery room after surgery, while the Board Certified Anesthesiologists closely monitors the patient's recovery.

Meet Our Staff

Cheryl: Patient Coordinator/Practice Manager
Jennifer A.F.: Certified Physician Assistant
Sandi: RN/BSN
Tamme Lea: Medical Aesthetician
Jennifer G.: Medical Aesthetician
Jennifer H.: Make Up Artist
Janelle: Front Office Assistant
Courtney: Front Office Assistant
Ashley: Front/Back Office Assistant

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Testimonials


Testi "Dr. Ambe's office is first class in every sense of the word. If I can give other patients advice, you do not need to visit other offices. He is a perfectionist and his attention to detail is unparalleled. His fees are definitely not cheap, but the quality of his care and skill are well worth it. If you want the absolute best care, you should undoubtedly have Dr. Ambe take care of you. He will make sure you get the best... he does not settle for anything less. It is known that he is an artist. I can honestly see why."


Testi "To me, that was the most important recommendation that I could have received. I can say without reservation that she was right. You will never find a more articulate, detailed, and skilled surgeon anywhere. She said that Dr. Ambe was an artist, and she was very accurate. You can tell by the way he evaluates every detail. My result was fabulous, and each and every one of my friends can not believe how natural I look. If you want the stereotypical "pulled"; look of a facelift that we have all seen, do not go to see Dr. Ambe. His attention to detail will not allow it."


Testi "I had the opportunity to see quite a few surgeons regarding a facelift. I finally was referred by a nurse at Hoag Hospital. She told me that of all the surgeons that she had worked with, he was the most meticulous."


Testi "After seeing 5 other surgeons for a breast augmentation consultation, I saw Dr. Ambe. He was so incredibly detailed and had such a strong understanding of all the options for the procedure (with regards to my unusual breast anatomy), I had no doubt in my mind that he was the guy. I can see why patients come from all over the place to see him. If you expect and demand quality, you should absolutely see him."


Testi "There is a reason that Dr. Ambe has the reputation that he does. He is extremely knowledgeable, he is a wonderful communicator, he is honest, and he pays attention to every last detail. I cannot recommend that you see any other surgeons. He is truly the best."


Testi "I had been referred by a friend to see Dr. Ambe for a consultation regarding liposuction. He was so thorough and meticulous. It was easy to understand why so many patients come from all over to see him. The whole experience was so pleasant, and much easier than I thought it would be. I would recommend Dr. Ambe to anyone without hesitation."


Testi "I own a salon, and I have had the opportunity over the years of seeing many clients of mine having had facelifts. I saw one of mine that Dr. Ambe had operated on. She absolutely had an incredible result. He is so meticulous that the scars were imperceptible. I have since had a facelift myself by Dr. Ambe. The entire experience was much easier than I could have ever imagined. He is truly an artist in every sense of the word. I have since referred at least 10 clients to him, all of whom have had incredible results. If you want a natural result with attention to detail, see Dr. Ambe."


Testi "I saw quite a few surgeons over some time, as I was really doing quite a bit of research regarding a breast augmentation. When I met Dr. Ambe, I was truly amazed how thorough he was during the consultation. He is obviously very busy, and he still treated me as though I was the only patient in the office. His office is a reflection of what a perfectionist he is... every last detail. Most importantly, the results have been phenomenal."


Testi "Dr. Ambe was incredible. His staff was warm and caring and very professional. Without a doubt, you can not find a classier office."


Testi "If there is one thing that I can say about Dr. Ambe is that he will make you feel comfortable and he will educate you fully about the procedure you are interested in. I saw several surgeons concerning a tummy tuck, and I was amazed at how much time he spent with me in the initial consultation. He is incredibly busy, and yet he does not compromise the time he spends with you. Every patient that I know that has seen him has been treated like gold, and they all have had wonderful results."


Testi "If I can give advice to other prospective patients, do not waste your time seeing several surgeons. Go and see Dr. Ambe. He is honest, articulate, extremely skilled, and incredibly warm. His results speak a thousand words---tremendous."


Testi "I was very anxious about seeing anyone regarding a breast augmentation consultation. My friends had referred me to Dr. Ambe, and I immediately was made to feel comfortable. He definitely has a way about him that puts you at ease and instills this sense of confidence. He also is the consummate perfectionist."


Testi "I saw over 20 surgeons spanning 3 years to find one that I could entrust to operate on my face. I had a browlift, eyelift, and facelift. The result has been unbelievable. Dr. Ambe is a true artist, and he will not settle for anything less than perfection."


Testi "I had been looking for a surgeon to perform a facelift on me. I did as much research as one possibly could, and I actually flew across the country to have Dr. Ambe operate on me. His reputation is incredible, and as soon as I met him and his staff, I could understand why. Everything about the experience was as it should have been. Dr. Ambe spent a tremendous amount of time explaining every aspect of the procedure. I was able to see wonderful examples of his work, and I was able to talk to some of his patients regarding their experience. The surgery center was top notch, and Dr. Ambe's care after the procedure was meticulous and caring."


Testi "You may want to see several surgeons regarding a procedure you are interested in, but I can guarantee that no surgeon or office will treat you with the professionalism and skill that Dr. Ambe's office does."


Testi "I had been thinking about a breast augmentation for several years, and I can honestly say that I saw at least 10 surgeons before I saw Dr. Ambe. After seeing him, interacting with the office staff, and actually having the opportunity to speak to some of his patients, there was no doubt in my mind that he was the right surgeon. My choice was correct, as I have had a fabulous result. I already have referred at least 7 friends of mine to see him."


Testi "Dr. Ambe is first class all the way. I had a great experience. He really knows breast surgery. I had known from my research that a breast lift combined with an augmentation was a technically difficult procedure, but I knew that is what was needed. He achieved the best shape that I could have ever imagined. He is so detailed, right down to the post-operative protocols for scar prevention. I must say that I was pleasantly surprised how smoothly everything went. It is because Dr. Ambe and his staff attend to every detail the way it should be.

I can guarantee that you will never find a surgeon or office staff that will take care of you like Dr. Ambe's. They were absolutely incredible. . .I could have never imagined that having a breast augmentation could be so smooth and easy. Dr. Ambe and his staff truly do a great job of preparing their patients as to what to expect."


Testi "I am pretty thin, but I had a couple of areas on my outer thighs and hips that I needed liposuction on. I saw a whole slew of doctors, and then I saw Dr. Ambe. His demeanor is very genuine and he immediately instills confidence. Most importantly, he cares so much about the little details. I had an absolutely great result. I would recommend him to anyone without reservation. Don't waste your time seeing a lot of surgeons. You see him, and you will realize why he gets great results."


Testi "I had an abdominoplasty performed by Dr. Ambe. All I can say is that it changed my life. He and his staff were so warm and caring, every step of the way. I cannot tell you what a phenomenal change there is in the shape of my abdomen. He is a true artist."


Testi "I came from Northern California to see Dr. Ambe. I was told by several people up in the Bay Area that he was the guy to see. It was well worth traveling the distance. He was incredible and his staff was incredible. If I can give advice to other people that are looking for a Plastic Surgeon, do not save a couple of hundred dollars here or there. Go see him. His bedside manner and meticulous nature are worth every penny."


Testi "Dr. Ambe's office is first class all the way. I had a great experience. Not only is he very warm and caring, but everyone in his office is as well. They are professional in every sense of the word."


Testi "If you are "shopping" for a Plastic Surgeon for a breast augmentation, I can honestly tell you that you should go straight to Dr. Ambe's office. He knows every aspect of the procedure down to the very last detail. I have had friends that were dissatisfied with their results from other surgeons... they went to him and were taken care of appropriately, with incredible care and results. His prices are not inexpensive, but you get quality of care and results that are worth it."


Testi "I had been referred to Dr. Ambe for a breast augmentation by 4 friends, each having had great results. What I found so refreshing about him was his warm and caring demeanor. He spends so much time with you, and I have no idea how he does it, because he is extremely busy. Going in for a consultation for breast surgery can be quite uncomfortable, and he has the ability to immediately make you feel comfortable. I can not say enough about the experience. I tell my friends not to think of seeing any one else."


Testi "I had seen many surgeons over the last several years. It is an important decision when it comes to having someone operate on your face. I kept hearing Dr. Ambe's name keep coming up, and I finally made the decision to see him in consultation. I could immediately sense that he was incredibly meticulous, everything from the feel of the office to the way in which he evaluated and explained everything to me. As soon as I reviewed his before and after portfolio for facial procedures, everything I had heard was confirmed. His results are incredible, and, most importantly, very natural. I had a facelift, browlift, and eyelift. I can honestly say that it was the best decision that I ever made to see him. Not only was his technical expertise unbelievable, but he also handled every aspect of the care with such attention to detail. Most importantly, his bedside manner was amazing. Everything I heard about him was true."


Testi "Dr. Ambe and his staff made me feel comfortable from the time I first walked in the office. The professionalism and caring were apparent right from the beginning. The entire experience was wonderful, and I can not thank Dr. Ambe enough for the wonderful results I was able to achieve."


Testi "The greatest satisfaction for Dr. Ambe and his staff is to have patients share their gratitude concerning their experience in our office. We are truly grateful that many of our patients have candidly shared their experiences."


Testi "I initially came to Dr. Ambe to have my eyelids lifted. Dr. Ambe and his staff made me feel so comfortable not only did I have blepharoplasty but the following month I had breast augmentation. My results are absolutely amazing! Dr. Ambe is incredible. As a former operating room nurse, I have seen and worked with many surgeons. You will not find a more skilled surgeon than Dr. Ambe!"


Testi "I had been considering cosmetic surgery for a while and last year I started to investigate my options for breast augmentation. I searched the internet to educate myself on the different types of breast implants as well as the pros and cons of having surgery.

My next step was finding several doctors who perform breast augmentations and set up consultations. I recommend consulting with three different doctors so that you can compare notes and feel good about your final selection.

As luck would have it, I came across Dr. Ambe because he uses a certain type of implant that I was very interested in. When I arrived for my appoinment at Dr. Ambe's office, I noticed how many people were in the waiting room and thought he must be good at what he does if all these people are waiting to see him.

I was seated in Dr. Ambe's beautiful office and had my folder that was full of questions and concerns that I was going to ask him. When Dr. Ambe entered the room and introduced himself, I was surprised to see him in a suit instead of a white coat. I was pretty nervous but it didn't take long before I could see that he was a genuine doctor who was willing to take the time to answer all of my questions and go over all of my options.

I asked Dr. Ambe if he thought I was too old to have breast implants at 54 years old, since most of the photos I saw on his website were patients in their 20's through 40's. He told me that as long as I was in good health, 54 is not too old. I left his office feeling good about our conversation. Dr. Ambe answered all of my questions and before I left, I met with his patient coordinator to explain the next step should I decide to go forward with this procedure.

Before I made my final decision, I had two other consultations with different doctors. It is important that you choose a doctor you are going to feel comfortable with. It didn't take long before I decided who was going to do my breast augmentation. My choice was Dr. Ambe because of his professionalism, his long list of educational background and the fact that he is Board Certified. Dr. Ambe also has wonderful people working with him.

I have now had my surgery and am very happy with the results. The staff at Newport Center Surgical, where Dr. Ambe performs his surgeries was very nice and caring. The nurse that prepared me for surgery was so kind and told me everything that she was doing. I also met with the anesthesiologist who took great care of me. When I woke up from the surgery, I was extremely tired but that's all. I was not sick to my stomach, nor was I in any pain. After that, the pain medication that Dr. Ambe prescribed kept the pain minimal. In fact I only took pain medications the first day and after that I switched to Extra Strength Tylenol.

I wish I would have done this years ago, but there is a reason for everything and I feel very fortunate that I came across Dr. Ambe and that he was able to perform my surgery.

For all you women like me who have thought about having some type of plastic surgery, I say it's never too late, just go for it. I'm so glad I did! Breast Augmentation is not just for the young, but the young at heart. I have a lot more living to do and I want to look my best. Should you choose Dr. Ambe as your personal plastic surgeon you will have made a great choice.

My sincere thanks to Dr. Ambe and all of his staff members who helped make my cosmetic procedure a pleasant one."


Testi "I can without hesitation recommend Dr. Ambe for your plastic surgery needs. He was highly recommended by my Obstetrician. I wish I had met him sooner. I came to Dr. Ambe after having three prior breast augmentations. Thanks to Dr. Ambe I will not need any more. All my previous surgeries resulted in my breasts hardening and discomfort all of which was resolved by Dr. Ambe.

In addition to my breast augmentation I also had a tummy tuck procedure during the same surgery. Not only were the visual results stunning but also I was back to my busy schedule and my children in no time. It's amazing that I did not even have a single bruise and how fast I recovered. His skills are truly remarkable.

The office and surgical staff, nurses and facilities are all professional, courteous and competent without match. I hope others can benefit from my story and experience. Do it right the first time and choose Dr. Ambe."



Qualifications

French Canadian born, Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Milind Ambe moved from Montreal, Canada with his family to Southern California when he was two years old. Dr. Ambe was brought up in a family of scientists and musicians, both of which ultimately served to shape his professional career. With all five of his family members being musicians, Dr. Ambe was exposed to the piano at a very early age, and he ultimately went on to become an accomplished concert pianist in his teenage years. Interestingly, as all family members were doctors as well, when it came time for Dr. Ambe to choose a vocation, he ultimately made the choice of pursuing a career in medicine instead of music.

With this background strongly influenced by both science and music, Dr. Ambe was drawn towards a field in Medicine which allowed for a blend of creativity and artistry - Plastic Surgery. Orange County plastic surgeon Dr. Ambe completed his undergraduate education, medical school, and 7 years of intensive surgical training all in Southern California. After completing his Plastic Surgery surgical training at University of California, Irvine, Dr. Ambe followed through with additional training in aesthetic breast, facial, and body contouring surgery. He has had his own solo private practice in Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach since 1998. Dr. Ambe specializes in all aspects of cosmetic breast, cosmetic facial, and cosmetic body-contouring surgery. He has also found international acclaim by being the surgeon of choice for the women on the hit TV show, The Real Housewives of Orange County, for the past three years.

Dr. Ambe is Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Orange County Society of Plastic Surgeons, California Society of Plastic Surgeons. Additionally, he has been an Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at U.C. Irvine from 1995 to 2005. In 2004 Dr. Ambe opened Newport Center Surgical, a 7,000 square foot fully accredited outpatient facility located in Newport Beach. Dr. Ambe acts as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the surgery center and is one of the founding partners.

Besides having a continued avid interest in piano, Dr. Ambe is a sports enthusiast, enjoying tennis and skiing.


Education

Undergraduate:
University of California, Irvine, California
July 1980 - June 1984
Major: Biology
Degree: B.S.

Graduate:
University of California, Irvine, California
July 1984 - 1988
Degree: M.D.

Internship:

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California
General Surgery
July 1988 - June 1989

Residencies:
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Torrance, California
Orthopaedic Surgery
July 1989 - June 1993

University of California, Irvine, California
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
July 1993 - June 1995


Specialty Boards

Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc.


Academic Appointment

Assistant Clinical Professor
Division of Plastic Surgery
University of California, Irvine (1995 - present)


Honors and Awards

Valedictorian
Robert A. Millikan High School
Class of 1980

Hall of Fame Award
Robert A. Millikan High School
Class of 1980

Most Outstanding Student Award - California Savings and Loan
Robert A. Millikan High School
Class of 1980

Phi Beta Kappa, Junior Initiate
University of California, Irvine
1982

Regents Scholarship
University of California, Irvine
1980

President's Undergraduate Research Fellowship
University of California, Irvine
1982

Beta Theta Pi Founder's Fund Scholarship
University of California, Irvine
1983

Magna Cum Laude
University of California, Irvine
1984

Letters of Excellence in Gross Anatomy, Surgery and Medicine
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine
1984 - 1986

Lange Medical Publications Clinical Sciences Award
(for outstanding academic achievement)
University of California, Irvine, College of Medicine
1986

Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine
1988

Merck Manual Award
(for academic achievement in the basic and clinical sciences)
University of California, Irvine, College of Medicine
1988

Stryker Book Award
"The Severely Traumatized Lower Extremity"
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
1991


Presentations

"The Effect of 6-OHDA on Tolerance, Ethanol Dependence and Brain Protein Synthesis"
9th Meeting of the International Society for Neurochemistry
June 26, 1983

"Gait Analysis in Total Hip Arthroplasty: Comparing Functional Improvement in the Posterior vs. Anterolateral Operative Approach" Division of Orthopaedic Surgery

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Male Breast Reduction

Body Procedures

  • Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)
  • Liposuction (Tumescent)

Face Procedures

  • Facelift
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Brow Lift
  • Nose Surgery
  • Ear Surgery

General Procedures

  • Skin Care Services
  • Injectables
  • Skin Care Product Lines