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Dr. James C. Pietraszek, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, California

Dr. James C. Pietraszek, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

San Diego, California
NPI: 1528279106· License: G39087 (CA) verify
4.8(18 ratings)

In Dr. James C. Pietraszek's own words

How Dr. James C. Pietraszek describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Consultation

  • The practice offers consultations both in-office and via tele-health.

Recovery guidance

  • For my patients I would normally recommend 3-6 weeks of no exercise and then slowly progressing up to where you were before surgery

Safety

  • Anyone entering the facilities will be required to sanitize both hands.
  • Anyone entering the facilities will be required to wear a mask.
  • Anyone entering the facilities will be required to agree to have staff take their temperature.
  • The practice implements and enforces new safety measures that follow CDC guidelines.

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About

Dr. James C. Pietraszek is a double board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in La Jolla, San Diego, California. He specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, performing procedures such as breast augmentation (including Sientra Breast Implants), breast lifts with or without implants, breast implant removal, tummy tucks, liposculpture, and mommy makeovers. All procedures are conducted in an AAAASF Accredited Operating Suite. Dr. Pietraszek offers consultations both in-office and via tele-health. He emphasizes personalized patient care, advising that specific post-operative guidance, such as recovery recommendations for breast augmentation (typically 3-6 weeks no exercise for above-muscle placement), should always come from the patient's surgeon. He educates patients on details like how tissue thickness and implant type influence visible rippling. The practice also implements safety measures following CDC guidelines, including hand sanitization, mask-wearing, and temperature checks for entry.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. James C. Pietraszek, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Liposculpture

$4,000

About typicalTypical in California: $4,000–$8,000 (median $4,500, 5 reports) compare ↗

Breast Implants

$5,000

Below typicalTypical in San Diego: $5,847–$7,113 (median $6,329, 7 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$8,500

About typicalTypical in San Diego: $8,500–$12,338 (median $9,588, 18 reports) compare ↗

Breast Lift With Implants

$8,800

About typicalTypical in San Diego: $8,000–$12,000 (median $10,800, 13 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. James C. Pietraszek

Sourced directly from Dr. James C. Pietraszek's social posts and replies.

What is the recommended exercise recovery period after breast augmentation (above muscle)?
For patients undergoing breast augmentation with implants placed above the muscle, Dr. Pietraszek normally recommends 3-6 weeks of no exercise, followed by a slow progression back to pre-surgery exercise levels.
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Why is it important to consult your own surgeon for post-operative advice?
It is best for a patient to consult their own surgeon for specific post-operative advice, as that surgeon possesses the detailed knowledge of their individual case.
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What causes visible rippling in breast augmentation, and what factors influence it?
The amount of visible rippling in breast augmentation is primarily determined by the thickness of the tissues covering the implant; thicker tissues result in less rippling, and thinner tissues result in more. It is typically more common with saline implants, especially when placed above the muscle, but can also occur with silicone gel implants in thin patients. A consultation is necessary to discuss options for improvement.
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What safety measures does the practice have in place?
The practice implements and enforces safety measures following CDC guidelines. Patients entering the facilities are required to sanitize both hands, wear a mask, and agree to have staff take their temperature.
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From Dr. James C. Pietraszek's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. James C. Pietraszek mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. James C. Pietraszek's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

InjectablesJuvedermRestylaneBotox

Patient Experience

Dr. James C. Pietraszek Review Summary

4.86
Dr. Pietraszek receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, averaging a near-perfect 4.9 out of 5 stars across various platforms. Patients consistently praise his skill, results, and bedside manner.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 26 reviews

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yelp.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 35 reviews

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facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 7 reviews

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vitals.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 22 reviews

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Google Reviews

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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Dr. James C. Pietraszek, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, California

Main Office

8929 University Center Ln #102, San Diego, California

(858) 450-3377

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

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No industry payments reported. We checked Dr. James C. Pietraszek against the CMS Open Payments database and found no payments from drug or device makers on record.

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Insurance Information

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Phone: (858) 450-3377

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

8929 University Center Ln #102

San Diego, California 92122

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Office Information

Phone: (858) 450-3377

Where does Dr. James C. Pietraszek practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

8929 University Center Ln #102, San Diego, California 92122

(20 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine, Md, 1974

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. James C. Pietraszek online?
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Does Dr. James C. Pietraszek offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. James C. Pietraszek?
Patients rave about Dr. Pietraszek's skills and results, describing their experiences as "amazing" and exceeding expectations. Reviews highlight natural-looking results for breast augmentations and other procedures like liposculpture, lifts, and implant removals. One patient specifically recommends him as the best plastic surgeon in San Diego.
What areas of care does Dr. James C. Pietraszek cater to?
Dr. Pietraszek specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, covering a range of procedures aimed at enhancing appearance. This includes breast augmentation, breast lifts with or without implants, breast implant removal, tummy tucks, liposculpture, and mommy makeovers.