When is Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgery Medically Necessary? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 01/26/2017 In recent years the blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, has become a common procedure for those hoping to regain a more youthful look. It is often done as a part of a larger face lift procedure, but can also be done independently. Blepharoplasty […]

The Benefits of a Fat Transfer Procedure Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 12/13/2016 Have you ever wished you could transfer fat from your hips, thighs or stomach to another part of your body that could use a little more volume? Advancements in fat harvesting and grafting make it possible to do just that. At Shumway […]

Home Blog 5 Ways to Improve Cellulite (and One Great Treatment to Banish it) 5 Ways to Improve Cellulite (and One Great Treatment to Banish it) Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 12/05/2016 Ah, cellulite. Everybody who has it desperately wants to get rid of it. Though anyone can develop annoying fat pockets and dimples on […]

Home Blog Sex After Breast Augmentation Sex After Breast Augmentation Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 09/14/2016 It probably won’t be surprising to hear that breast augmentation can make a woman feel super sexy and eager for a little fun in the bedroom. But if you’ve recently had a breast lift or received breast implants, it’s […]

Home Blog Everything You Need to Know About Having a Nose Job Everything You Need to Know About Having a Nose Job Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 08/16/2016 Think you’re ready to make permanent changes to your nose? While it’s true that a nose job can make a big difference in how you feel and […]

Home Blog Breast Lift vs. Breast Augmentation: Which is Right for Me? Breast Lift vs. Breast Augmentation: Which is Right for Me? Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 08/04/2016 It’s summertime, San Diego – time for higher hemlines, lower necklines, and beachwear that reveals…well, a lot. Are you ready? If your first thought is that you […]

Home Blog Safe Tanning Tips for Wrinkle-Free Skin Safe Tanning Tips for Wrinkle-Free Skin Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 07/22/2016 Now that summer has officially begun in Southern California we all want to rush to the beach to get that perfect summer glow, right? There’s no better feeling than letting the warm, afternoon rays hit […]

Home Blog Smartlipo: A Wiser Way to do Liposuction Smartlipo: A Wiser Way to do Liposuction Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 04/01/2016 Liposuction is one of the most widely used cosmetic procedures in the United States because it works! It removes fat safely and reliably, and it not only improves the way you look but […]

Home Blog 9 Crazy Myths About BOTOX 9 Crazy Myths About BOTOX Robert Shumway, M.D., F.A.C.S. | 03/04/2016 In 2014, over 6.5 million Americans received BOTOX treatments, making it the most popular cosmetic procedure by far. That number was up 6% from 2013, and 748% since 2000! And yet, despite its popularity, some people still […]