Quality, exceptional care, and trust encompass the essence of Dr. Karam’s strong vision for building a center of excellence in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He has put together a team of experienced, intelligent, and compassionate people that help make each patient's experience truly exceptional.
MD, Founder/Director
Dr. Amir Karam is a San Diego native and a board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with a distinguished academic and clinical background. Dr. Karam’s strong commitment and passion for aesthetic and reconstructive facial surgery date back over 13 years. Dr. Karam has always recognized the value and importance of the face and its impact on our self-image and self-confidence. He firmly believes that the best way to provide the highest care possible with the best outcome is through specialization and maintaining a narrow scope of practice.
As a result of this paradigm, Dr. Karam’s entire medical and surgical training has been focused on Facial Plastic Surgery. The practice focuses only on state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation and rhinoplasty (nose shaping) procedures. This is one of a small number of practices in Southern California devoted exclusively to Aesthetic and Reconstructive Facial Plastic Surgery. This very limited scope of practice translates to excellent and consistent outcomes and customized patient care.
Dr. Karam is a leader in his field and has contributed to much innovative research and clinical technologies.
Dr. Karam is on the academic clinical faculty at UC San Diego and a staff surgeon at the San Diego VA Medical Center, where he trains surgical residents and medical students in the operating room on a regular basis.
He has published over 20 original research articles in prestigious peer-reviewed journals such as the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, Lasers in Medicine and Surgery, Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He serves as a reviewer for the journal Lasers in Medicine and Surgery. His work has been presented at over 40 national and international scientific meetings. He has written numerous textbook chapters on various facial plastic surgery topics and has co-authored two books (one medical text and one consumer-based) on cosmetic plastic surgery and facial rejuvenation (Facial Rejuvenation: a New Paradigm). He has received numerous awards and Honors for his research and clinical activity. He is frequently invited to speak on various facial plastic surgery topics to professional, university, and community groups. He serves on several national leadership committees for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, including Face to Face, a philanthropic organization focused on helping treat victims of domestic violence.
Dr. Karam is on the National Training and Speakers Panel for Allergan (makers of Juvederm, Latisse, and Botox), where he trains physicians and allied health professionals throughout the country on safe and effective uses of these cosmetic treatments.
Practice Manager
Hi, my name is Katherine and I am Dr. Karam’s office manager. I have worked alongside Dr. Karam for almost a decade and can truly say that you are in the best hands with our entire team. We strive daily to take care of you and make sure you feel as comfortable as possible. I can’t wait to meet you!
Patient Care Coordinator
Hello, my name is Antonio and I’m one of Dr. Karam's Patient Care Coordinator. You and I will connect when you’re looking for recovery accommodations, post op care, and transportation. I look forward to meeting you in person very soon!
Patient Care Coordinator
Hello, my name is Haley and I am one of Dr. Karam’s patient care coordinators. I am here to help guide you along your surgical journey with Dr. Karam. It is my goal to ensure you have a smooth pre-operative booking process and to help answer all of your questions regarding surgery. I look forward to connecting with you soon!
Physician Assistant
Hello, my name is Tashia. I am a board certified Physician Assistant here to accompany you throughout your pre- and postoperative journey with Dr. Karam. Any medical questions or concerns you may have, I will be here to comfort and care for you alongside the incredible team here at Carmel Valley Facial Plastic Surgery. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know you, and I will personally be seeing you during the first year following surgery to ensure the highest quality of care and continuity of care during the healing and recovery process.
RN
Stacie is one of the registered nurses here at CVFPS, She has been working in the aesthetic industry for five years. Stacie has a bachelor's degree in business management from the California State University of Fullerton, as well as a nursing degree most recently.
She works with patients in the surgical side of the office from arrival to finish and has expressed how working in aesthetics has been less of a "job" and more of a fun and rewarding journey.
"I love working with each client to help make every aspect of their beauty enhancement experience as comfortable and effortless as possible".
BSN, RN
Hello there! My name is Carolann Berman. I am one of Dr. Karam's Surgical Nurses. I will be there for you from start to finish on your special day. I love getting to know our patients and I love working with Dr. Karam. I will make sure you have the BEST experience possible!
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Hi! I am Tonia and I am one of the non-surgical facial rejuvenation nurses. If you live in San Diego, we will be seeing you in the office to make sure your skin is treated right and performing at its best. I absolutely love working with you to give honest, natural, consistent results.
Lead Front Office Administrator / Patient Concierge
Hi! My name is Jake, I’m one of the Patient Concierges at Dr. Karam's office. I love being the first point of contact for our patients as they begin their journey with the incredible Dr. Karam. I can’t wait to meet you!
Patient Concierge
Hi, my name is Casey and I am one of Dr. Karam’s Patient Concierges. I’m here to welcome you to our practice and assist you along your journey! I’m looking forward to working with you!
Medical Assistant
Hello! My name is Taylor and I am a medical assistant on the post op team. You will see me after surgery to cater to all your post operative needs. I look forward to meeting you and being a part of your journey.
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