Board Certifications:
General Surgery (since 1997)
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (since 1999)

Society Memberships:
ASPS
FACS
SDCMS

Number of years in cosmetic surgery practice: 8
Practicing since: 1995

Briefly describe your facility. Please discuss whether most or all procedures are performed in-office, and whether you perform procedures in other facilities or hospitals.

Most surgical procedures are performed in an accedited surgery center.

Please describe your staff (nurses, skincare specialists, etc.) in terms of their skill level and how they are involved in the patient’s experience.

We have medial assistants who are very knowledgable in the field of Plastic Surgery ready to assist you in any way possible. We perform fruit acid peels in our office.

Please describe whether the anesthesiologists you use are certified and disucss their background.

We only work with board certified anesthesiologists with excellent reputations.

This area enables you to highlight any special benefits, offers, or promotions that your practice is offering (i.e. free consultation, coupons, free post-op skincare products/treatments, makeup artist availability).

We offer complimentary consultations (as many times as needed) to come in and meet Dr. Pousti and his staff. These are available so that you get all of your questions answered and also allows you to feel comfortable with Dr. Pousti and his staff.

Medical School: U.C. Irvine College of Medicine
Graduation Year: 1990

Internship: UC Irvine Medical Center
From: 1990
To: 1991

General Surgery: UC Irvine Medical Center
From: 1991
To: 1995

Plastic Surgery: Harvard/Brigham and Women's Hospital
From: 1995
To: 1997

School: UC San Diego
Position: Volunteer faculty
From: 1997
To: present

School: Veterans Admin. San Diego
Position: Volunteer faculty
From: 1997
To: 2002

Please insert your biography:

Dr. Tom Pousti specializes in reconstructive and cosmetic Plastic Surgery and is dedicated to restoring appearance, self-esteem, function, and quality of life to his patients. After 11 years of extensive medical and surgical training, Dr. Tom Pousti is double board certified in General Surgery as well as Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Dr. Pousti and his wife Marjan reside in San Diego with their three sons and daughter.

Plastic Surgery Fellowship

Harvard / Brigham and Women’s / Children’s Hospital
Boston, MA 1995-1997

Internship and General Surgery Residency

University of California, Irvine Medical Center
Orange, CA 1990-1995

Professional Organizations

Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Member, American Society for Plastic Surgeons
Member, American Medical Association
Member, San Diego County Medical Association
Member, San Diego Plastic Surgery Society

What sets your practice apart from others?

Our office staff works very hard to make the patient feel comfortable. Also, our main objective is to listen to the patient and help them achieve their goals.

What do you think are the most important factors for a patient in choosing a doctor?

The patient needs to feel comfortable with the surgeon that he/she chooses. In this day and age, asking for a "Board Certified Plastic Surgeon" is a must.

What is your approach when a patient meets with you about a procedure during a consultation?

When I meet with a patient, I like to listen to them so that I know what they are looking to achieve.

What is the nature of your involvement and interaction with a patient during the pre- and post-procedure phases? How is your staff involved in these phases?

I am involved extensively during all aspects of the surgery; before, during and after. My staff is available to answer questions Mon-Fri 8-5pm.