Dr. Hootan Zandifar, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Otolaryngology
NPI: 1679747307· License: A109191 (CA) verify
Graduated 2002
Industry payments (2024): $157 across 3 payments (what this means)
4.95(63 ratings)
Consultation $450 · waived with procedure
About
Dr. Hootan Zandifar is a double board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon and ENT specialist practicing in Beverly Hills, California. He focuses on natural-looking transformations, aiming to enhance a patient's features and create a refreshed, balanced appearance that still looks authentically like them. Dr. Zandifar emphasizes a personalized approach, respecting individual anatomy and aesthetic goals across procedures like blepharoplasty, eyebrow transplants, facelifts, facial fat grafting, and rhinoplasty. He believes the goal is to restore what patients have lost, not to change their identity or make them look like someone else.
A surgical educator, Dr. Zandifar received training at UCLA and USC and is passionate about teaching and mentoring. He shares his hair transplant techniques with fellow surgeons and innovators, leading intensive training conferences to help raise the standard of hair restoration. Dr. Zandifar believes that while small details like a heart-shaped bandage may not alter surgical outcomes, they can significantly enhance a patient's recovery experience and are sometimes as meaningful as the surgical result itself. He also notes that aging often occurs through daily positions and habits, advocating for awareness over dramatic interventions.
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Specialties
- Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Procedures & Services
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What is Dr. Zandifar's philosophy on facial and neck aging?
Dr. Zandifar emphasizes that aging is often a gradual process influenced by daily habits and posture, not just dramatic moments. He notes that the neck, with its thinner skin, can often show signs of aging earlier than the face, such as horizontal neck lines and jawline softening, due to prolonged downward gaze and tension. He believes that daily alignment and awareness, rather than dramatic interventions, are key. Poor posture, like a chin dropped forward, compresses the neck, leading to tension and downward pull on the face. Sitting for extended periods slows circulation, reducing oxygen delivery and increasing puffiness, stiffness, and fluid retention, which negatively impacts collagen. Stress can also manifest in the lower face. He advocates for proactive measures like maintaining good posture, regular movement, and extending skincare routines to the neck and chest.
What are Dr. Zandifar's recommendations for preventing facial and neck aging?
Dr. Zandifar recommends several daily habits to prevent facial and neck aging. For posture, he advises raising monitors and phones to eye level, keeping ears aligned over shoulders, and gently tucking the chin back to maintain a 'long neck'. He stresses the importance of movement every hour, suggesting setting a timer to stand, stretch the chest, roll shoulders back, or take a short walk. For skincare, he recommends extending routines to the neck and chest, applying SPF daily down to the chest, and gradually incorporating retinol if suitable. He also emphasizes hydration by keeping water at your desk and jaw decompression by dropping the tongue from the roof of the mouth and separating teeth. To manage stress, he suggests taking three slow breaths before responding to emails.
What is Dr. Zandifar's approach to Blepharoplasty?
Dr. Zandifar performs blepharoplasty to address changes around the upper and lower eyelids, such as excess skin, puffiness, or a heavier appearance. His approach considers individual facial anatomy and aesthetic goals, aiming to create a refreshed, balanced appearance that preserves the patient's identity and still looks like them.
What is Dr. Zandifar's approach to persistent sinus and nasal problems?
Dr. Zandifar advises against dismissing recurring congestion as 'just a cold,' as persistent sinus and nasal problems can significantly impact breathing, sleep, energy, and overall quality of life. He emphasizes that understanding the underlying cause through a personalized evaluation is the crucial first step toward finding the right treatment for ongoing nasal symptoms or sinus pressure.
How does Dr. Zandifar ensure natural results for eyebrow transplants?
Dr. Zandifar ensures completely natural-looking eyebrow transplant results by meticulously placing each transplanted hair at the correct angle, direction, and density, aiming for an eyebrow that perfectly matches the individual patient.
What is Dr. Zandifar's approach to Facelift procedures?
Dr. Zandifar utilizes modern facelift techniques that go beyond simply tightening the skin, focusing on addressing underlying facial tissues while preserving natural features and expressions. His approach begins with a thorough understanding of the patient's facial anatomy, their specific goals, and the desired degree of rejuvenation to achieve a refreshed, balanced appearance that still looks like them.
What is Dr. Zandifar's approach to Facial Fat Grafting?
Dr. Zandifar performs in-office facial fat grafting using the patient's own fat to restore volume and soften areas such as the cheeks, temples, or under-eyes. The procedure typically takes 1-2 hours, depending on the treated areas. Fat is gently harvested from another part of the body and strategically placed where volume is needed. While some transferred fat can become a long-term part of the treated area, it's important for patients to know that not every fat cell transferred will survive. A key benefit of using fat over synthetic fillers is the use of the patient's own tissue, aiming for a soft, natural-looking result that restores lost volume without altering identity.
What is Dr. Zandifar's approach to Rhinoplasty?
Dr. Zandifar emphasizes that rhinoplasty is not solely about altering the nose's appearance; for many patients, it also aims to improve nasal function, breathing, and overall facial balance. His personalized approach considers the patient's anatomy, goals, and what will look and feel natural. The initial step in planning is to identify the root cause of the concern, whether it's cosmetic, functional, or both.
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Patient Experience
Dr. Hootan Zandifar Review Summary
4.26
Dr. Zandifar receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most patients giving him top marks. While a few ratings vary, the general consensus points to a highly skilled and compassionate surgeon. His average rating across multiple platforms is 4.26 out of 5 stars.
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Main Office
8920 Wilshire Blvd Suite 604, Beverly Hills, California
(310) 736-4272
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Consultation $450 · 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 (2024)
$157
Payments
3
Compared to peers
Small
Dr. Hootan Zandifar received $157 across 3 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was AERIN MEDICAL INC..
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 ↗
Patient Awards
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Location & Contact Information
Main Office
8920 Wilshire Blvd Suite 604
Beverly Hills, California 90211
Office Information
Phone: (310) 736-4272
Where does Dr. Hootan Zandifar practice?
Doctor's Office
Main Office (Primary)
8920 Wilshire Blvd Suite 604, Beverly Hills, California 90211
(4 reviews)
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Education & Experience
Education
Ucla Graduate
Certifications & Licenses
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Fellow Of The American Academy Of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
Fellow Of The American College Of Surgeons
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Ear Nose And Throat Specialist
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Board-certified In Otolaryngology
Fellowship-trained In Facial Plastics And Reconstructive Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Hootan Zandifar?
Patients praise Dr. Zandifar for his skill, making them feel comfortable and confident in his care. They report excellent results, with some even feeling years younger after their procedures. Patients highlight the smooth process and the noticeable improvements achieved.
What areas of care does Dr. Hootan Zandifar cater to?
Dr. Zandifar specializes in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, encompassing procedures like facelifts, rhinoplasty, and hair transplants. As an ENT specialist, he also addresses conditions related to the ear, nose, and throat. Dr. Zandifar is committed to achieving natural-looking transformations across all procedures. For blepharoplasty, eyebrow transplants, facelifts, facial fat grafting, and rhinoplasty, his goal is always to enhance a patient's features and create a refreshed, balanced appearance that still looks authentically like them, rather than changing their identity or making them look like someone else. He emphasizes a personalized approach that respects individual anatomy and aesthetic goals to ensure results appear and feel natural.