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Dr. Charles Chalekson, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Templeton, California

Dr. Charles Chalekson, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic Surgery, Surgery of the Hand
Templeton, California
NPI: 1770668642· License: A77782 (CA) verify

26+ years of experience · self-reported

Medical school: University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine · Graduated 1996(~30 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $3,666 across 13 payments (what this means)
4.58(66 ratings)

Consultation $200 · waived with procedure

About

Dr. Charles Chalekson is a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Templeton, California. He has over 27 years of experience and is known for his dedication to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals. Dr. Chalekson offers a range of procedures and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including French Hospital Medical Center. His practice, Charles Chalekson Plastic Surgery, is highly rated, with patients praising his skill, meticulous approach, and personable demeanor. While pricing information isn't available online, prospective patients can contact the office for consultation details.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Charles Chalekson, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Breast Implants

$7,000

1 patient report · 2023

About typicalTypical in California: $6,000–$8,000 (median $7,000, 73 reports) compare ↗

Breast Augmentation

$10,000

1 patient report · 2024

Above typicalTypical in California: $6,500–$9,000 (median $7,500, 171 reports) compare ↗

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Patient Experience

Dr. Charles Chalekson Review Summary

4.46
Dr. Chalekson receives consistently high ratings from patients. He boasts a 4.7-star rating on Google and a near-perfect 5 out of 5 on Health.USNews. While his Yelp rating is a bit lower at 3.9, his overall average rating is an impressive 4.46 out of 5, reflecting a high level of patient satisfaction.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

3.9 out of 5

Based on 31 reviews

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healthgrades.com

4.4 out of 5

Based on 67 reviews

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health.usnews.com

5 out of 5

Based on 48 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Based on 116 reviews

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Dr. Charles Chalekson, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Templeton, California

Charles Chalekson Plastic Surgery

225 Posada Ln Suite 100, Templeton, California

(805) 434-2828

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation $200 · waived with booked procedure

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$3,666

Payments

13

Compared to peers

Moderate

Dr. Charles Chalekson received $3,666 across 13 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 71% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as consulting fee, and the largest single payer was MOTIVA USA, LLC.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (805) 434-2828

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Location & Contact Information

Charles Chalekson Plastic Surgery

225 Posada Ln Suite 100

Templeton, California 93465

Office Information

Phone: (805) 434-2828

Where does Dr. Charles Chalekson practice?

Doctor's Office

Charles Chalekson Plastic Surgery (Primary)

225 Posada Ln Suite 100, Templeton, California 93465

(69 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

University Of Southern California

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Charles Chalekson online?
The provided information doesn't confirm online booking availability. It's best to contact the office directly at (805) 254-7281 or (805) 434-2828 to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. Charles Chalekson offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Chalekson offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Charles Chalekson?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Chalekson's skill, the friendly and caring staff, and the smooth, pleasant overall experience. Many highlight their satisfaction with their results, from body transformations to specific procedures like breast reduction and augmentation. The positive feedback emphasizes the doctor's ability to meet patient expectations and provide exceptional follow-up care.
What areas of care does Dr. Charles Chalekson cater to?
Dr. Chalekson specializes in plastic surgery, offering a range of aesthetic procedures. While the exact list isn't fully detailed, mentioned procedures include breast reduction, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, arm lift, and potentially mastectomy. He also collaborates with Aesthetics by Kelli Van Housen, RN BSN for skincare services.