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James L. Pertsch, M.D.

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Dr. James Pertsch and his staff know that selecting the right cosmetic surgeon can be a difficult process. Patients want the comfort of knowing that their concerns will be heard, understood and reflected in the results of their plastic surgery. At our office in San Mateo, California, we are dedicated to helping you make the best decisions. This means that we will not try to “sell” you a procedure; rather we will educate you regarding the procedures available to you along with their respective advantages and disadvantages.

With a detail-oriented nature combined with a keen eye for aesthetic beauty, our doctor is committed to the needs of every single one of his patients. The thoughtful staff of San Mateo Plastic Surgery also offers excellent service; attending to your needs with immediacy and helping you feel at ease in your decision. We look forward to treating you with the care you deserve.

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Testi Dear Dr. Pertsch, Thank you for doing my ears again. I appreciate it very much!
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
C.G.


Testi Dr. Pertsch, Thank you for being trustworthy, reliable and caring.
Respectfully,
C.S.


Testi To Dr. Pertsch & Staff, I want to let you know I'm very, very happy. You did so much for me in so many ways. You all are so very wonderful and made me feel comfortable, pre-op and post-op. Thanks again. ... and the results were outstanding! See ya soon,
B.H.


Testi Dr. James Pertsch, Just a card to say thank you for always caring and being there for me during my recovery period! You are a wonderful doctor. P.S. Thank you for trusting in me as a patient and believing that I would come through with my payment plan
A.H.


Testi Dr. Pertsch — Thank you for taking such good care of M.

Thanks,
B.B.


Testi Dear Dr. Pertsch & Staff, Thank you so much for the positive experience I had with my rhinoplasty. From the consultation to the surgery, everyone in the office was helpful, kind and well informed. I look forward to recommending your office to my family and friends. Sincerely,


Testi Dear Dr. Pertsch & office, I wanted to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for the last few weeks and the immeasurable kindness & service you have done for me. Having rhinoplasty was a very last minute decision this summer, and I approached the experience with a lot of trepidation and doubt—but from the moment I entered your office, all that changed. Thank you Dr. Pertsch for an experience so well guided & virtually painless. Having so painlessly fixed a problem I've carried for years, and met you and your friendly & amazingly supportive staff, has been a true highlight of my summer. As the swelling rapidly subsides each day, I love my new nose! I can't tell you how impressed I am with your work and great team environment there. I wish you all the very best. Sincerely,
M.C.T.



Qualifications

Education

1977 B.S. Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland

1981 M.D. University of Maryland Medical School

Postgraduate Training: Internship and Residencies

1981-1982 Brown University/ Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island

Intern in General Surgery

1982-1985 Brown University/ Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island

Resident in General Surgery

1985-1986 Brown University/ Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode Island

Chief Resident in General Surgery

1986-1987 Harvard University/ Brigham/ Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

Resident, Plastic Surgery

1987-1988 Harvard University/ Brigham/ Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Chief Resident, Plastic Surgery

Licensure and Board Certification

1982-1988 State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations

1986-1990 Commonwealth of Massachusetts

1988-present State of California

1987-1997 Certified, American Board of Surgery

1990-present Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Academic Appointments

1985-1986 Brown University School of Medicine, Assistant Clinical Instructor in Surgery

1986-1988 Harvard University, Clinical Fellow in Surgery

1990-1995 Stanford University School of Medicine, Voluntary Clinical Faculty

Awards and Honors

1973-1977 Presidential Scholarship

1987 Von L. Meyer Award

Professional Societies

1985- present American College of Surgeons - Associate Fellow

1986- 1990 Massachusetts Medical Society

1986- 1995 American Medical Association

1987- 1990 American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association

1988- present San Mateo County Medical Association

1988- present California Medical Association

1988- 1995 San Francisco Medical Society (Associate member)

1989- 1995 Santa Clara County Medical Association (Associate member)

1990- present California Society of Plastic Surgeons

1990- present American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Inc. (formerly: American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Inc.)

1994- 2000 American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc.(Candidate member)

2001-present American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc.

Other Professional Activities and Offices

1983-1984 Vice President, Rhode Island House Officer Association

1984-1985 Instrument and Procedure Committee, Rhode Island Hospital

1985-1986 Utilization Review Committee, Rhode Island hospital

1989-1993 Peninsula Hospital Clinical Research Committee

1989-1997 San Mateo County Medical Association Fee and Insurance Mediation Committee

1990-present San Mateo County Medical Association Medical-Legal Liaison Committee

1990-1994 Professional Advisory Committee Visiting Nurse Association of San Mateo County

1992-1995 Chairman, San Mateo County Medical Association Fee and Insurance Mediation Committee

1993-present CEO, ABJ Surgery Center, Inc. A Medical Corporation

1994-present San Mateo County Medical Association Finance Committee

1998-2000 California Medical Association Alternate Delegate

1998-2000 San Mateo County Medical Association Board of Directors

2000-present Chairman, San Mateo County Medical Association Finance Committee

2000-present Secretary/Treasurer San Mateo County Medical Association

Invited lectureships

3/27/87 "Pierre Robin Syndrome", Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds, The Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

4/20/87 "Facial Trauma", Emergency Room Rounds, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

10/22/87 "Plastic Surgeon's Approach to Pediatric Facial Trauma", The Children's Hospital Emergency Room Grand Rounds, Boston, Massachusetts

12/04/87 "Pierre Robin: The Children's Hospital Experience", Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds, Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital, Providence, Rhode island

Regional/National Conference Presentations

3/09/88 "Pierre Robin: What's in an Eponym", Biannual Boston Plastic Surgery Residents Dinner, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

3/28/88 "Pierre Robin Management: The Children's Hospital Experience", Senior Residents Conference, Memphis, Tennessee

4/28/88 "Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea Following Pharyngeal Flap Procedure", American Cleft Palate Association, Memphis, Tennessee

Bibliography

Journal Articles: Pertsch, J. L., Kenny, P. R. Bilateral Axillary Aneurysm. A Case report. Contemporary Surgery. 1984; 24:47-49.

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Augmentation sub-muscular (dual-plane)
  • Breast Augmentation sub-mammary (sub-glandular)
  • Breast Lift (mastopexy): New shorter scar technique gives better projection and shape without the long scar all the way across under the breast
  • Breast Lift with Implants (augmentation mastopexy)
  • Breast Lift/Reduction with Implants: Best to achieve longer lasting symmetry
  • Breast Reduction: New shorter scar technique gives better projection and shape without the long scar all the way across under the breast
  • Breast Revision ("redo"): A combination of techniques to best restore breasts with previous augmentation that may have changed shape, developed firmness or increased asymmetry because of aging breast tissue. Capsule layer covering the implant, the original implants may be removed, new implants (gel or saline depending on the circumstance) placed in the sub-muscular plane, with or without lift, reduction, or rearrangement of the breast tissue to give a more pleasing shape and appearance.
  • Nipple and/or Areolar Reduction
  • Reduction of Pedunculated Nipple

Body Procedures

  • Brachioplasty (Upper Arm Skin Tightening)
  • Gynecomastia
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Liposuction
  • Inner Thigh Lift
  • Labioplasty

Face Procedures

  • Blepharoplasty
  • Brow Lift
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Chin Augmentation
  • Prominent Ear Reduction
  • Facelift
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Buccal Fat Pad Removal
  • Chemical Peel

General Procedures

  • BOTOX®
  • Restylane
  • Collagen
  • Hylaform