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Dr. John Milam Shamoun, MD FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Dr. John Milam Shamoun, MD FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic Surgery
Newport Beach, California
NPI: 1528180544· License: A052955 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $427 across 14 payments (what this means)
4.81(52 ratings)

In Dr. John Milam Shamoun's own words

How Dr. John Milam Shamoun describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • After years in plastic surgery, I’ve come to believe that the most important conversations I have with patients have nothing to do with surgery — and everything to do with how they see themselves
  • I have had the privilege of mastering not a procedure, but the entire face and body

Specialization

  • So in general, you do an implant, which gives you volume. You do an implant and a lift, which gives you volume and a lift, or you do a lift alone
  • Dr. John Milam Shamoun has performed over 5,000 revision surgeries, specifically correcting procedures previously done by other practitioners.

Technique

  • Now there's this new fad about doing fat grafts in the breast. They only make the breast look a little bit bigger in my opinion. They give you no form. You cannot tell me that a fat grafting in the breast is gonna be similar to an implant. It's just not

Training & credentials

  • In my experience, managing complex reconstructive problems provides a depth of anatomical knowledge and technical expertise that translates directly to aesthetic surgery
  • Multiple fellowship (4) training programs beyond standard residency

Consultation

  • If you put a tight bra on that has no padding and you put a tight outfit on, is the breast big enough? And then they get it

Safety

  • Dr. Shamoun has zero paid malpractice claims.

Results

  • What I’ve learned is that the patients who feel most beautiful after surgery are the ones who already understood something true about themselves before they came in. Surgery didn’t create that. It simply helped them feel it
  • The opposite is equally recognizable: the overfilled, over-tightened, distorted “avatar” look that can be seen from across the room
  • Natural. Balanced. Undistorted. That has always been—and will always remain—the goal

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About

Dr. John Milam Shamoun is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California, with additional locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. He holds six board certifications and has completed four fellowship training programs beyond standard residency. With over 30 years of experience and more than 15,000 surgical procedures, including over 5,000 revision surgeries, Dr. Shamoun also serves as a medical legal expert in over 500 cases. Dr. Shamoun's philosophy centers on mastering the entire face and body, not just individual procedures, to achieve natural, balanced, and undistorted results. He actively avoids an 'overfilled' or 'distorted' appearance, prioritizing normal anatomy. His practice integrates cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, leveraging the anatomical knowledge gained from complex reconstructive cases for aesthetic outcomes. He approaches each patient with care and deep respect, focusing on aligning their external appearance with their internal sense of self-worth.

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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

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Restylane Kysse

$851

Above typicalTypical nationally: $650–$770 (median $650, 5 reports) compare ↗

Breast Augmentation

$8,001

About typicalTypical in Newport Beach: $5,700–$8,200 (median $6,750, 33 reports) compare ↗

Rhinoplasty

$14,999

About typicalTypical in Newport Beach: $7,851–$15,000 (median $12,500, 11 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. John Milam Shamoun

Sourced directly from Dr. John Milam Shamoun's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Shamoun's safety record?
Dr. Shamoun has an unsurpassed safety record with zero paid malpractice claims over his 27+ year career.
What are tissue expanders and what are their benefits?
Tissue expanders are temporary inflatable devices placed beneath healthy skin and gradually filled over weeks to months to generate additional, well-vascularized tissue. They are an invaluable reconstructive tool following major trauma, burns, cancer, and other complex soft tissue defects, often providing the best match in color, texture, thickness, and durability while minimizing the need for skin grafts or distant tissue transfer.
What is Dr. Shamoun's approach to umbilical reconstruction?
While there has been a growing trend toward umbilical reconstruction, Dr. Shamoun advises great caution, believing a normal, well-positioned umbilicus is almost always preferable to a reconstructed one. He notes that recreating a natural umbilicus is one of the most difficult tasks in aesthetic surgery due to its subtle contours, depth, superior hooding, and natural irregularities that are nearly impossible to duplicate. He emphasizes preserving normal anatomy whenever possible and innovative thinking to restore iatrogenic deformities.
How does Dr. Shamoun classify plastic surgeons?
Dr. Shamoun identifies four types of plastic surgeons: 'Box Checkers' (approx. 50%) who are trained, certified, and follow protocol but offer nothing more; 'Masters' (approx. 5%) who combine elite skill with judgment from years of honest experience and are very difficult to locate, usually found by word of mouth; 'Showmen' (approx. 25%) who are loud, camera-ready, and social media-optimized, but whose noise rarely reflects actual skill and who sell for profit; and 'Imposters' (approx. 20%) who present with polished offices and compelling stories but whose credentials don’t hold up. He warns there is almost a 50% chance of being scammed when selecting a plastic surgeon.
What is Dr. Shamoun's philosophy on patient self-perception and surgical outcomes?
Dr. Shamoun believes the most important conversations with patients are about how they see themselves, not just the surgery itself. He has learned that patients who feel most beautiful after surgery are those who already understood something true about themselves beforehand; surgery simply helps them feel this truth externally rather than creating it. He states that the most beautiful results occur when a patient walks in already knowing their worth and seeks surgery to match their external appearance to how extraordinary they feel within.
What is 'The Plastic Surgeon's Oath' at Shamoun Aesthetics?
The Plastic Surgeon's Oath is a set of 36 pledges that Shamoun Aesthetics vows to uphold, representing the highest possible standard in the industry. Dr. Shamoun emphasizes that this is not marketing language or a mission statement drafted by a consultant, but words written by a surgeon who has lived every one of them across three continents, four decades, and over 15,000 procedures.
What are Dr. Shamoun's concerns about current plastic surgery industry practices?
Dr. Shamoun expresses concern that the plastic surgery field is often characterized by greed and high-level marketing scams, leading to misinformed patients and even patient deaths. He highlights issues like chains advertising 'lunchtime surgery' with zero regulatory accountability, and the lack of laws preventing non-specialists, such as gynecologists, from performing procedures like liposuction. He believes it is necessary to publicly define what responsible medicine should look like.

From Dr. John Milam Shamoun's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. John Milam Shamoun Review Summary

4.8
Dr. Shamoun receives stellar reviews across multiple platforms. He boasts a near-perfect 5.0 rating from 37 reviews on one platform, alongside strong ratings on Yelp (4.8/5), WebMD (4.5/5), and Google (4.9/5). Overall, patients consistently praise his expertise and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 123 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 4 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 28 reviews

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Dr. John Milam Shamoun, MD FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Main Office

366 San Miguel Dr #310, Newport Beach, California

(949) 759-3077

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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)

$427

Payments

14

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. John Milam Shamoun received $427 across 14 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 Mentor Worldwide 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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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

366 San Miguel Dr #310

Newport Beach, California 92660

Office Information

Phone: (949) 759-3077

Where does Dr. John Milam Shamoun practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

366 San Miguel Dr #310, Newport Beach, California 92660

(37 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Facs
Quadruple Board Certified
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
6 Board Certified

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. John Milam Shamoun online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact the office directly at (949) 759-3077 or check their website. Please note that Dr. Shamoun's schedule fills up very quickly, and a limited number of consultation spots are currently available.
Does Dr. John Milam Shamoun offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't indicate whether Dr. Shamoun offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. John Milam Shamoun?
Patients rave about Dr. Shamoun's skills and results, highlighting his expertise in rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, revisions, and fillers. Reviews mention natural-looking results, positive experiences with the staff, and life-changing outcomes. Even years later, patients express continued satisfaction with their procedures.
What areas of care does Dr. John Milam Shamoun cater to?
Dr. Shamoun specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. His expertise covers a wide range of procedures, including breast augmentation, breast reconstruction and revision, rhinoplasty (including revisions), fillers (Restylane Kysse), and eyelid surgery. He also has experience in general surgery and serves as a plastic surgery expert witness. Dr. Shamoun holds six board certifications and has completed four fellowship training programs beyond standard residency. He has served as a medical legal expert in over 500 cases. He emphasizes an integrated approach to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, applying principles of meticulous planning, precise anatomy, delicate tissue handling, and sound surgical judgment to both. He believes managing complex reconstructive problems provides a depth of anatomical knowledge and technical expertise that directly translates to aesthetic surgery. His practice is committed to achieving natural, balanced, and undistorted results, actively avoiding an 'overfilled' or 'distorted' appearance, and prioritizes preserving normal anatomy whenever possible. He approaches complex reconstructive problems and iatrogenic deformities with innovative thinking.