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Katharine C. Nitta, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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"Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is not to be taken lightly. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have. Thank you." - Katharine Nitta, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Nitta combines her surgery with the use of non-invasive techniques such as laser resurfacing, Botox, Juvederm and Sculptra.

She has been active throughout her life in theater and dance, and is a strong fitness advocate. Her consultations can go beyond cosmetic procedures and include advice on exercise and overall fitness.

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Dr. Nitta is listed in "Best Doctors of So Cal" by the LA Times.

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Dr. Nitta takes the privacy of her clients very seriously. The photos on the Before and After Photos Tab are only shown by permission of the client.

Please be aware that some of this content may contain graphic images and should only be viewed by mature individuals who are seriously considering plastic or cosmetic surgery.

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Testimonials


Testi "My wife and I walked the Great Wall at Badaling thanks to your surgical skills . I am in great shape."
P.A.


Testi “Thank you, this was a new and gratifying patient/doctor relationship.  I will never forget your kindness concern or talent of being a beautiful surgeon and a compassionate human being.  Once again thank you from the bottom of my heart.”  
E.J.


Testi “Thank you so much for your professionalism and skill as a surgeon.  I admire your compassion and genuine concern you conveyed to me as a patient.  You provided excellent care, returned my frantic phone calls and were always there when I needed you.  You are a credit to the medical profession.”
C.S.


Testi “I wanted to drop you a note to thank you for being so wonderful to my Mother.  Her experience was so positive and she really felt good about the whole process.”
K.D.


Testi “Thank you for your complete caring kindness and sincere compassion. You are truly an amazing person and doctor.”
L.D.


Testi "Thank you so much for everything.  I’m so excited with the “New” me! I appreciate all you have done.”
J.L.


Testi “Just a thank you, I’m thrilled, better posture.  You helped me change my life for the better.”  
T.M.


Testi “Thank you for taking care of something that had bothered me for years. I’m sorry that I was such a baby but you must be used to men like me by now. I will recommend you to everyone I know.”  
C.M.


Testi “I wanted to thank you for taking such good care of me.  You are a fantastic surgeon and a wonderful doctor.  You made everything easy for me.”  
S.M.



Qualifications

Dr. Katharine Nitta is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Newport Beach, CA. She is Board-Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery.

A native Californian, Dr. Nitta graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelors and Masters degree in Biological Science. She completed her medical studies at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and her residencies at the University of California, Los Angeles.

She is a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Orange County Medical Association, UCLA Plastic Society and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Nitta is the past chairman of the Division of Plastic Surgery at Hoag Hospital and St. Joseph Hospital in Orange.


Education

Stanford University - B.S. - Biology
Stanford University - M.S. - Biology
Albert Einstein School of Medicine M.D.


Postgraduate Training

Internship:
General Surgery - U.C.L.A. School of Medicine

Residences:
General Surgery - U.C.L.A. School of Medicine
Head and Neck Surgery - U.C.L.A. School of Medicine
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - U.C.L.A.


Board Certifications

Diplomat, American Board Of Plastic Surgery
Diplomat, America Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery


Professional Societies

Fellow, American College of Surgeons
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Orange County Plastic Surgery Society
Orange County Medical Association
California Medical Association
California Society of Plastic Surgeons
Paul Ward Society


Appointments

Hoag Memorial Hospital Chairman Plastic Surgery Dept., 2001-2003 Hoag Memorial Hospital Vice-Chairman Plastic Surgery, 1999-2000 St. Joseph Hospital Chairman Plastic Surgery Dept, 1997-1999 Professional Advisory Board of The Wellness Community, Orange County, 2002-present


Hospital Affiliations

Hoag Memorial Hospital Newport Beach Surgery

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Breast Reduction

Body Procedures

  • Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

Face Procedures

  • Brow Lift
  • Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  • Lip Augmentation/Enhancement
  • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)

General Procedures

  • BOTOX®
  • Injectable Fillers/Collagen