Summary

Dr. Chaffoo is triple board certified, with certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Otolaryngology and American Board of Facial and Plastic Reconstructive Surgery. This is a remarkable achievement that can be claimed by only a handful of surgeons.

He has more than 20 years of experience performing facial aesthetic surgery. His outstanding talent attracts celebrities who are seeking a highly qualified plastic surgeon in San Diego, as well as patients from across the United States and around the world. To discover why he has been recognized as a "Top Doctor" by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. for the past 5 years in a row and named one of the area's top plastic surgeons by the readers of the La Jolla Light, request your consultation online or call (858) 623-0222 for an appointment.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Umass Memorial Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Albert K Chaffoo has 5 locations

La Jolla Plastic Surgery

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 480La Jolla, CA 92037
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Scripps Green Hospital

10666 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037

Tri City Medical Center

4002 Vista WayOceanside, CA 92056

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4.5 
47 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
La Jolla , CAWest Palm Beach , FLBeverly Hills , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, MD
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Albert K Chaffoo has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Albert K Chaffoo has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Breast Implants (Breast Implantation)
  • Facelift (Rhytidoplasty)
  • Liposuction (Lipectomy)
  • Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)
  • Oophoritis (Ovary inflammation)
  • Plastic Surgery (Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Umass Memorial Medical Center

Medical School

Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Chaffoo affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Chaffoo is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Tri City Medical Center, and Scripps Green Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Richard Chaffoo speak?
Dr. Richard Chaffoo speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Chaffoo?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Chaffoo here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Richard Chaffoo's office located?
Dr. Richard Chaffoo's office is located at 9850 Genesee Ave Ste 480, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
Does Dr. Richard Chaffoo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Chaffoo accepts on their Vitals profile.

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