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Dr. Lavinia Chong, MD

Dr. Lavinia Chong, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lavinia Chong, MD is a plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1988. She is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. She is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 793 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (793 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8:30 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8:30 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8:30 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8:30 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8:30 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

11 am
to
4 pm
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1401 Avocado Ave Ste 803
Newport Beach, CA 92660

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Chong is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Newport Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Chong specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Chong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chong

4.9
793 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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I had such a fantastic experience. Dr. Chong and her team are the best. I was terrified to get my procedure done and now looking back, I had zero reason to be. Dr. Chong is warm, caring, honest and a perfectionist. No wonder she has a million plaques on her wall with awards. Her staff- every single one was incredibly professional and caring. Nicole took the pics and helped with my post op. Tyler was my first nurse at pre-op. So sweet!! And Taryn was my nurse the day of surgery. She was so descriptive and comforting and just amazingly good at her job. Then there was Jake, the anesthesiologist - he was also incredible. I was comfortable the entire time. I cannot rave enough about this fabulous crew. The pain I felt was so minimal. I was always worried about that and it was like so tolerable. They care so much about your comfort. The front staff - Nancy and Erika were fantastic too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Robin – Apr 01, 2023
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Wonderful experience
Dr. Chong’s treatment was prompt, painless and highly skilled. I am thrilled with the results and would not hesitate to recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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FS – Dec 14, 2022
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Bad surgery
Had a bad experience.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2022
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I had Breast Revision Surgery with Dr Chong in March 2020, 5 days before the Pandemic shut down. Dr. Chong refused to address the increasing pain from the Surgery she performed. I was denied care, she dismissed my pain and suggested an Anti Depressant and accused of trying to get opioids. I went to other Surgeons for help and no one would touch me, i was told "I was such a mess" All referred me back to Dr. Chong. In December 2020, I finally found a Doctor to help me. I was diagnosed with Capsular Contracture in both breast as well as Costachondritis. My breast were literally squeezing the life out of me. I reached out to Dr.Chong in desperation for help, I was put on hold, I was told she wasn't seeing patients at this time. Eleven days later she sent me an email saying "she thinks I have Capsular Contracture" yet, she refused to care for me? In May 2021, I had the Implants removed and recovering from this nightmare. 15K to Dr. Chong, 25K to repair breast!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
18 others found this helpful
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CiaS – Oct 13, 2021
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Dr. Chong was pleasant as long as I wasn't questioning her work, which was awful. Then she was condensing and dismissive. She redid the first surgery "for only the cost of the sutures" after I questioned why I had to pay for the surgery room which is in her facility. After the second surgery, she "graciously" gave me steroid shots to soften the tissue around the bottom of my ear lobe. When I expressed my dissatisfaction, she asked me what more I wanted, after all she was "giving me her time"
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
38 others found this helpful
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MK in CA – Jan 13, 2019
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The best of the best! Dr. Chong is amazing. She and her staff provide excellent care to their patients! They are prompt responsive and caring. They go above and beyond to meet your needs. I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Laurie W in Orange – Mar 02, 2018
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Dr. Chong is a truly wonderful plastic surgeon. One of the best you will find anywhere.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Newport Beach – Jan 05, 2018
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Dr. Chong is #1 by far, the best I've encountered. Her attention to detail and follow-up care she provides is exemplary. She is professional, honest and encourages patient input. Her team is amazing; they reflect her sense of style & dedication. I can highly recommend Dr Chong to anyone considering x-plantation. She did a fantastic job, I couldn't be happier!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Palm Desert, Ca – Feb 26, 2016
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Dr Chong is amazing. She takes her time with you to find out your needs and her approach is conservative and you look absolutely sexy and a better you. Not to mention her staff is hands down the best I've come across. They work as a team and make you feel you are their highest priority. I would never think of going elsewhere.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Kim Kolstad in newport beach – Jan 16, 2016
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Dr. Chong has been nothing short of amazing! I am so satisfied with my results and she truly cares about her patients and their concerns/questions. I could not recommend her more!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Lavinia K. Chong treats her staff and patients like family.  Her high standards of integrity and patient care are demonstrated with her compassion and dedication to all of her patients. She strives to make every patient have a positive...read more

biography

Dr. Lavinia K. Chong is a 2nd generation Plastic Surgeon who was mentored by her late father, Dr. J. Kenneth Chong.  Since 1973 Chong Plastic Surgery (CPS) has served the OC community at this Newport Beach Medical Center location.  Dr....read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospital|university Of California San Diego Medical Center|university Of Texas Med Branch

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Ucsd Medical Center - Hillcrest

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • American College of Surgeons, Fellow

  • Division of Plastic Surgery, Chair

  • Orange County Medical Association Ethics Committee, Member

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery, Diplomate

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Member

  • California Society of Plastic Surgeons, Member

  • English

  • French

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

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