Patient Reviews

"Results are as good as some of the most high priced specialists in the city - Although this review is for Botox i need to give you a rundown on why i choose Dr Katzen I have always had an incredible experience with Dr Katzen. I have had a tummy tuck, breast lift, BBL plus both an arm lift and a thigh lift since 2017- and I’m not a massive weight loss patient. He's just that good. He Probably has more experience than anyone else in Los Angeles with these lift procedures This past summer wearing shorts for the first time in 20 years was truly life changing. Freeing. And tank tops without a “light sweater” on top to hide my arms when it’s 100 degrees outside- priceless. I wish i would have seen him sooner- like in my 20s- alas he wasn’t around yet :) . . So kind and patient and talented. Why i never turned to him for Botox and filler is a mystery. In November i got Botox from the very knowledgeable Talia in his office who is good at everything including post surgical care . Her results are as good as some of the most high priced specialists in the city. I’m also ready for my 2nd Mobius 8 session- great results. . He numbs us twice which really is necessary. He will always do what is necessary to keep you looking good and getting there as pain free as possible. . Great Dr. Great office."

"Silicone removal then BBL - so fortunate to have found him - Eleven years ago, I made the horrible decision of having silicone injections in my butt. I regretted that decision so badly. Fast forward to the end of 2021, I got Dr. Katzen to remove the silicone from my buttocks. After months of having my body heal, I returned to Katzen to have a Brazilian Butt Lift. This is one of many of Dr. Katzen's specialties. I'm so fortunate to have found him."

"Silicone Injection Removal then Buttock Implants - I wish I knew then what I know now about raw silicone injections. Hopefully, my story can prevent another person from getting raw silicone injected into their buttocks. I got severely ill and it took my PCP doctor many tests to finally figure out it was due to the silicone injections in my buttocks. My doctor referred me to Dr. Katzen to have the silicone removed from my buttocks and it resolved my issues. In a few months, after I completely heal, I will be coming back to Dr. Katzen to have him do buttock implants."

"Feeling Myself Again After Silicone Removal from my Buttocks - I am hoping my review can help someone else out. Five years ago, I didn't make such a wise decision when I agreed to accompany my friend to her procedure to have raw silicone injected into her buttocks. They all talked me into getting it done too (for a discount) and I agreed. Initially, my buttocks looked good. It was nice and full. Over time, I started feeling pain in my buttocks. My butt became disproportionate, red, and lumpy. Of course, I became very concerned and did some research. Thank goodness I found many videos of Dr. Katzen talking about the dangers of raw silicone injections. He talked about the different ways he could remove it. After consultation with Dr. Katzen, I had the silicone removed from my buttocks with him. Dr. Katzen said the silicone moved to different parts of my body, which was so wild to hear. So very grateful to find a specialist like Dr. Katzen that understands silicone removal. I feel so much better now. I plan to return to Dr. Katzen to have buttock implants in the future."

"Posterior buttocks lift right side only - he finally fixed me - Hello, I wanted to share my experience with Dr. Katzen & the team. I am beyond grateful I found him. Dr. Katzen and his team are amazing. From scheduling my surgery to my recovery, I was always treated with good care. Dr. Katzen always made me feel comfortable such a sweet caring person and very humble. I had a BBL done in 2015 by a famous Doctor and my outcome wasn't what I thought it would be. I came out with an asymmetry issue :( My right side of my buttock was bigger and saggy, I also didn't help my situation by gaining weight after being depressed about it. I went to two different surgeons to try and fix my problem the first one suggested liposuction with laser tightening treatment, but that didn't work I felt like my right buttocks sagged even more. So I left it alone and continued with life. I ended up getting pregnant had my baby and I lost weight, well I felt like I was sagging more. So I had a Posterior buttocks lift with another surgeon, well guess what I was left with the same issue one side was bigger than the other. at that point I was distraught. I felt helpless and mad at myself for not doing things right the first time. I finally found Dr. Katzen the only doctor that took the time to go over everything he didn't rush me or judge me and listen to my concerns. I don't live in California so I had a consultation over the phone with him, but he made me feel so comfortable and happy that he would be able to help me. I traveled there for my surgery and during my, in-person consultation he went over step by step every detail of my surgery. I am so thankful for your professionalism, kindness & for just listening to me. You fixed me finally after all I had been through Dr. Katzen was the only one that did it right! I don't have to walk around self-conscious about my body, I don't have to cover myself with sweaters around my waist in 100° weather. I can finally be out in public with my family without having them be prisoners of my mistake. Just some advice if you get surgery do it right the first time, don't let social media fool you find someone professional and with lots of experience like Dr.Katzen! Thank you again Dr. Katzen & Team!"

"He is thorough, experienced, & knows how to explain what he is going to do - In 2005, I received illegal butt shots in my hips and buttocks area. I was told by the injector that saline was injected in me. Periodically, I would get striking pain in my groin area & never associated it with the illegal substance that was in me. My groin area was so hard like straw with cement in it. I found out from Dr. Katzen the substance is free flow and it was in my lymph nodes. It also spread to my left leg below my knee.When I used the restroom & sat too long on the toilet, my legs would get numb. When I stood up, I couldn't walk because it was so painful.Some years back, I had heard K Michelle the R & B singer talk about removal of the illegal substance in her behind. I was afraid to listen to her story & finally I listen & it scared me. I schedule my appt with Dr. Katzen because he is thorough, experienced, & knows how to explain what he is going to do.He doesn't sugar coat anything and that's what I love about him. He's real and doesn't give unrealistic expectations.I had heard some females say, Dr. Katzen will butcher you. I told them, 1st of all, he didn't do this to us, he's only helping & how else is he going to get it out of us if it's in the muscle.So far, I'm not hurting & waiting on my 2nd surgery on March 6, 2023. Dr. Katzen's staff is so professional. I really love Anna.Updated on 13 Jul 2022:My surgery was on March 31, 2022 and I sat down for the 1st time in a recline position on May 12. 8 weeks after my surgery, I started to drive a little and sit upright. I slept on my stomach for 10 weeks. I used the bathroom standing up in a small mop bucket. When my cycle came on, I used gorilla tape to tape down my pad in front and behind my compression garment because you can't wear panties. Dr. Katzen told me to take 2 oxycodone pills every 6 hours and it really helped me with the pain.Updated on 23 Dec 2022:Here are images since I had surgery March 31, 2022 with Dr. Katzen. He did an excellent job getting thus toxic poison out of me. My refill in the dents surgery is March 28, 2023 & I'm so excited.Updated on 9 Jan 2023:A working progress. Check me out Dr. Katzen. My self esteem was so low after surgery on March 31, 2022.I made the worse mistake having illegal silicone injected placed in my buttocks & hip area. Dr Katzen got 98% of it out. Dr. Katzen, you are about to give me my confidence back on March 29, 2023.Anyone need emotional support, email me at [email protected], trust me, u will need it.I can't wait til the end of March so I can closed this chapter of my life.Updated on 8 Feb 2023:I just want to set the record about Dr. Katzen. I had silicone injection removal in March 2022 & will be having my Reconstructive BBL next month in March 2023.I have come across 2 people bashing Dr. Katzen & I am a witness that he is an excellent, experienced, top-of-the-line plastic surgeon I haven't had anymore striking pain in my groin areas or lower left leg under my knee.The first thing you have to realize is Dr. Katzen didn't put this injected toxin in our bodies. You 2 ladies have totally forgotten who put you in this padicument. He is here to help.There is no excuse for anyone to think he is going to get 100% of the biopolymers out of your body. The paperwork is emailed to us, so there's no excuse you can always go back & read what you initialed & signed.You could have gone somewhere else. It was a choice. Yes, I cried when I read the paperwork because I didn't know what my outcome would be. Now, it has been almost a year, I am satisfied with Dr. Katzen's work. I have dents & it's to be expected because my injections had migrated to my muscle over the 17 year span.For those of you who are skeptical about Dr. Katzen, he is competent for the job. Obtain a virtual consultation. You'll be proud that you did."

"Buttock Implants Gave my Body the Shape I Have Always Dreamed Of. - For context, I am 5'4" and weigh 102 lbs. I wanted a Brazilian butt lift but I did not have sufficient fat to do a fat transfer. Dr. Katzen suggested a butt implant. I am so pleased with how full my buttocks look. I finally have curves in all the right places. I am now able to wear all types of clothing and look cute in them."

"Best Friends Having Silicone Removal in Buttocks Together, then BBL - So many young people like myself fall victim to silicone injections. I was 21 years old when my best friend talked me into getting silicone injections into my butt. She and I both had it done and we both deeply regret it. We were living in fear that something bad was happening to us. We both had symptoms that were just downright scary, pain, redness, like a brain fog feeling, panic attacks, and more. It was a terrifying time when we read about other things that have happened to others who also had silicone injections. We both did our research to find the best surgeon to remove the silicone in our buttocks. We both agreed that Dr. Katzen was our top choice, after all, he performs silicone removals on a regular basis. Not only did we both have silicone removal from Dr. Katzen, we both later returned to him for BBL. Dr. Katzen is a gem!"

"Brazilian Butt Lift Before my Summer Cruise - Back in January, I wanted to prep my body for my upcoming summer plans. My single girlfriends and I will be taking a long cruise and that means lots of bikinis will be packed. My buttocks were on the smaller side so I opted to undergo a Brazilian Butt Lift with Dr. Katzen. Oh MY! Dr. Katzen did a fabulous job and my buttocks look marvelous! I cannot wait to get into my bikinis this summer and enjoy my vacay with my girls."

"Silicone Removal from Buttocks then BBL Soon - There are so many people out there like myself who were not educated about the dangers of raw silicone injections. I made a horrible decision to get silicone injections in my butt because it was cheaper than getting a BBL. Boy, do I regret my decision. I experienced numerous problems that could have potentially gotten worse if I didn't have the silicone removed when I did. Thank goodness for surgeons like Dr. Katzen that don't judge you for the bad choices we made. He removed the silicone from my buttocks and I will be returning to him soon to have a BBL to do it the right way this time."

"Silicone Removal Done, Waiting for Summer to Get Buttock Implants - I regret having raw silicone injected into my buttocks. If I did my research I would have known how harmful this was. I saw several videos from Dr. Katzen explaining the side effects of raw silicone injection and how he recommends for them to be removed. Having silicone injections was such a trendy thing to do but I don't think many people realize how dangerous it is. I'm just glad I had silicone removal from my buttocks. I am due to return to Dr. Katzen this summer to get buttock implants."

"Took advantage of "working from home" to have some work done - I took advantage of "working from home" to have some work done on my buttocks. I only needed to take off 2 days of actual work and the rest, I was able to work remotely, which was so nice! Plus, I have a very cool boss that allowed me to do this. I basically had a Brazilian Butt Lift with Dr. Katzen and he did a fantastic job. I had been following his work the last few months and figured no better time than now to get it done. I'm so glad I did."

"Silicone Removal to get rid of hydrogel shots - I had butt shots done 15 years ago and went 3 times and one fill in. I didn't have any real issues. My guy told me massage my butt so it would soften up and if i felt hard spot just keep massaging, so when I got knots I didn't think anything of it. I just massaged and they soften up. As time went on my butt got bigger and I thought the shots was a fat attracter since all my weight went to my butt and stomach. As some years go on I notice dents on the bottom of my butt, but it was nothing major. I paid it no mind, I also notice certain areas of my butt if hit hurt really bad so ass slapping was a no go. Sitting for long periods of time made me have to reposition mysef, still all of this I said no big deal. Fast forward Covid happens and I start noticing while I'm home larger dents and deformation on the lower part of my butt. While I'm home I'm scrolling on ig and I see the lady that thought my guy how to do the shots telling girls to get it removed. I immediately go to the comments and I see someone say I have hydrogel so I should be good (me thinking I have the same thing). The lady then replies baby its all the same. Red Flag went up that he used what she used. Month go by my right leg and arm would feel numb, I learned my WBC are low and doctors didn't know why since i am healthy. I started doing major research on here, spoke with a girl that just had surgery with Dr. Katzen and after speaking with her and keeping up with her recovery I was SOLD and I'm glad I went and got 90-95% out of me. I'm working on a lil documentary on this to show beginning to end surgery and all. Its so many women out here that don't know what to do, where to go, or who to talk to. I'm here for those of you that have questions. I see ppl being very concerned about the scar. At this point it's about your health and being alive. I just didn't want to be botched. Like I said I'm pleased and I'm only 3 weeks post op so I know I have a journey ahead and I may need a bbl, but will be later down the line."

"So Glad I Found Dr. Katzen to Remove my Silicone Butt Injection - After a bad experience with another doctor, I was lucky to find Dr. Katzen to remove silicone from my buttocks. I was experiencing redness, pain, chronic inflammation, lumpy scar tissues from my old silicone injection. Dr. Katzen was able to remove my old silicone from my buttocks and gave me a butt lift. I feel so much better and look so much better now. Dr. Katzen is a blessing!"

"Body Lift: I Feel Like a Million Bucks. - I am a weight loss patient who had the lap band. I lost 110 pounds and feeling healthy. The only downfall with the lap band surgery for me was the excess skin after I lost the weight. Thankfully, there's Dr. Katzen to the rescue. He performed a body lift on me. With the body lift, I got the tummy tuck, hip lift, butt lift, lateral thigh lift, and mons lift. I feel like a million bucks. My surgery turned out so much better than I imagined it would be."

"BBL with Dr. Timothy Katzen - I underwent a Brazilian butt lift with Dr. Katzen in Beverly Hills. During this pandemic, he's been extra cautious with seeing limited patients in the office. There is usually only one patient in the office at a time. He also has his patients take a covid test before surgery and he himself takes them on a regular basis. I love the shape and size of my "new" buttocks. I was never able to wear leggings or work out pants before due to my flat butt. Now, I can fill them out and it looks good."

"Reconstructive BBL with Dr. Katzen - After having the silicone removed out of my buttocks I decided to have a reconstructive Bbl with Dr Katzen. I chose him because my first experience with him (removal of silicone) was amazing. When seeing him for my consult Dr Katzen was very honest as to what he could and could not achieve with my bbl. Surgery date came and well once again he reassured me that I was In good hands. Let me say that my second surgery with this phenomenal Surgeon was simply amazing. He achieved what he promised with my reconstruction. Once again Kiara, Ana and Jane were just as attentive as the first surgery. I am happy with my results and if I decide to go for round 2 I would definitely chose Dr Katzen to perform it. Dr Katzen thank you once again I feel beautiful and healthy!!!!"

"I used to hate how flabby and flat my buttocks used to look. Clothes didn't look good on me. I used to buy longer tops to cover my butt. I went to Dr. Katzen for a Brazilian butt lift. The results are beautiful. I love the shape and size of my new butt. Dr. Katzen and his office are just amazing!"

"Gastric bypass saved my life. My health was down spiraling three years ago, I had to do something to become healthier. It was a daily struggle. After a year and 2 months, I lost a total of 152 pounds and the healthiest I’ve been in ages. I expected some excess skin but my body was wrinkled worse than a 100-year old woman, much worse! I felt depressed knowing I went through life-changing surgery and still not happy with my life. I attended a weight loss surgery conference and met Dr. Katzen. I admired his before and after pictures and spoke with him and his patients quite extensively. Before leaving the conference, I told him I would be booking my 360 body lift surgery with him. Within three months of meeting him, I was on the OR table. He removed 24 pounds of excess skin and fat from the mid section. My stomach is flat and he created a beautiful hour glass figure I didn’t know I had. From the same incision, he pulled the skin of my outer thighs and tightened it, gave me a butt lift and mons lift. I am blown away with the results. I am in tears as I am typing this review, he has completely changed me as a person, both physically and mentally. Dr. Katzen is my hero!"

"I am a proud Body By Katzen girl. I had a Brazilian butt lift and it looks GOOD! I feel sexy and my clothes look so much better on me. I can't stop staring at my reflection, Dr. Katzen did a wonderful job."

"I used to hate how flabby and flat my buttocks used to look. Clothes didn't look good on me. I used to buy longer tops to cover my butt. I went to Dr. Katzen for a Brazilian butt lift. The results are beautiful. I love the shape and size of my new butt. Dr. Katzen and his office are just amazing!"

"Brazilian Butt Lift - I despised how horrible and flat my butt used to look. Many clothes looked bad on me; slacks, dress, bathing suits, rompers, and jeans. I underwent a Brazilian butt lift with Dr. Katzen. I love the shape and the overall look of my butt. My clothes fit me nicely now."

"Great Experience with Brazilian Butt Lift - For the last eighteen months, I’ve been contemplating having a brazilian butt lift. I found a couple of doctors I liked on Real Self and made appointments with both. They both were qualified and their prices were comparable. I ultimately decided to go with Dr. Katzen because I felt a better vibe with him. Dr. Katzen helped me achieve the look I dreamed of. So glad I had this brazilian butt lift procedure."

"I feel sexy after a BBL - I am a proud Body By Katzen girl. I had a Brazilian butt lift and it looks GOOD! I feel sexy and my clothes look so much better on me. I can't stop staring at my reflection, Dr. Katzen did a wonderful job."

"Best 30th birthday gift, Brazilian butt lift. - Having a flat butt is not very flattering. I wanted to wear sexy clothes without feeling self-conscious. At one point, I purchased a padded butt underwear but I didn’t like it. For my 30th birthday, my parents asked what I wanted and I told them a Brazilian butt lift. I don’t think they expected me to say that but they were supportive.I started my search on Real Self and found so muc..."

"Best 30th birthday gift, Brazilian butt lift. - Having a flat butt is not very flattering. I wanted to wear sexy clothes without feeling self-conscious. At one point, I purchased a padded butt underwear but I didn’t like it. For my 30th birthday, my parents asked what I wanted and I told them a Brazilian butt lift. I don’t think they expected me to say that but they were supportive. I started my search on Real Self and found so much helpful information. I made appointments with two surgeons and selected Dr. Timothy Katzen. I’m glad I did, my butt looks full and beautiful. I love how I look in tight fitting clothes, what a difference. Thank you Dr. Katzen from the bottom of my heart."

"Great volume and shape of my butt. - I am a sales rep and feel my image is important. I think I look good but needed major help in my buttock. I inquired about a brazilian butt lift and started to prep for it (gaining some weight for the fat). After a few months, I was ready to go. I am so happy with the volume and shape of my butt. Dr. Katzen was great at explaining the process and did a great job with the brazilian butt lift. Thankfully, I was able to lose weight quickly and back to my old weight. I really like the way I fit in my clothes now, what a difference!"

"Having a flat butt is not very flattering. I wanted to wear sexy clothes without feeling self-conscious. At one point, I purchased a padded butt underwear but I didn’t like it. For my 30th birthday, my parents asked what I wanted and I told them a Brazilian butt lift. I don’t think they expected me to say that but they were supportive.I started my search on Real Self and found so much helpful information. I made appointments with two surgeons and selected Dr. Timothy Katzen. I’m glad I did, my butt looks full and beautiful. I love how I look in tight fitting clothes, what a difference. Thank you Dr. Katzen from the bottom of my heart."

"Great volume and shape of my butt. - I am a sales rep and feel my image is important. I think I look good but needed major help in my buttock. I inquired about a brazilian butt lift and started to prep for it (gaining some weight for the fat). After a few months, I was ready to go. I am so happy with the volume and shape of my butt. Dr. Katzen was great at explaining the process and did a great job with the brazilian butt..."

"Had two stages of surgeries with Dr. Katzen to complete my weight loss journey. - I had a gastric bypass 13 years ago and was now completing my skin removals and lifts. I did quite a lot of research for a doctor who could help me complete this journey. After reading many testimonials and talking to Dr. Katzen I decided he was the right surgeon for me. Dr. Katzen is an amazing doctor and an amazing person. Not only is he very skilled giving excellent results he is also very caring and compassionate. I had surgery (Butt Lift and Liposuction) last year with Dr. Katzen and my results are fantastic. I returned this year to do my thigh lift and final surgery.  I can whole heartedly and without any reservation recommend Dr. Katzen. I had complete confidence in him for my next surgery and would not have considered anyone else to help me complete my weight loss journey. My experience with him for this 2nd surgery was even better than the first and I am thankful that Dr. Katzen is my doctor."