Dr. Garrett Wirth

Garrett A. Wirth, MD is a Newport Beach plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic breast, body, and facial surgery, with an additional special focus on breast reconstruction. “I do what I believe works, and lasts; there are no shortcuts when it comes to plastic surgery,” he says.

Dr. Garrett A. Wirth, MD

Solid planning from the start helps patients get the best results, and that’s what Dr. Wirth insists on for you. “Whether it’s the breasts, face or body, it’s always about harmony and balance,” he says; “you can’t isolate one element from the others.”

Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS has gained a reputation for plastic surgery of both the body and the face, and often says he’s able to set the clock back 10 or even 15 years, restoring and rejuvenating a patient’s appearance. “I don’t change faces; I rejuvenate them,” he says.

Experience & Credentials

Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS is Board Certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a Professor of Plastic Surgery (wos) at the Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Institute at the University of California-Irvine Medical Center.

Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS has a Master’s Degree in Physiology and Cell Biology, a Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical College, a residency in general surgery, and completed his training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of California – Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Wirth remains on the cutting edge of his profession through his extensive academic and professional contributions to the field of plastic surgery. At UC Irvine, and around the world, he works to educate the next generation of plastic surgeons. He has also co-edited a plastic surgery textbook, and published articles in national and international surgical journals.

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His techniques are highly refined and therefore require less downtime, with minimal bruising and swelling. “I want women to be able to resume their lives quickly, with little or no make-up after the procedures,” he says.

I can change one life at a time and it’s an honor and privilege to work with people who put their trust in me. It’s a huge responsibility to enhance or modify a part of a human being. When a woman tells me her life has changed, that she wants to go out into the world more, and starts each day in a more positive mood – that’s my joy.

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Listening Comes First

During consultations, Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS says he must be able to “repeat back to the patient” what she or he is looking for – no assumptions. “Then we can act as a team,” he says, “and I can match my surgical technique to the patient’s ultimate goal.”

In addition to plastic surgery, Dr. Wirth performs a variety of non-invasive procedures for skin care, facial enhancement, and rejuvenation, such as lip enhancement, dermal fillers, fat injections, laser treatments, Botox® injections, and more.

Board Certification Matters

In order to practice medicine in the United States, doctors must be licensed from the state in which they work. While this basic licensing requirement does provide a minimum threshold in terms of quality of care, it doesn’t indicate whether or not a doctor is fully qualified and capable of working within a specific medical specialty.

Board Certification matters because it is the benchmark against which doctors can be judged., and the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) provides a more detailed and rigorous certification process.

As a fully certified plastic surgeon, Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS has demonstrated thorough knowledge and skill in plastic surgery, and his ability to successfully maintain his Board Certification in Plastic Surgery means you can trust that his expertise is current and up-to-date and that he is providing the safest and most effective treatments that are currently available.

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How Does Board Certification Work?

To become Board Certified, a doctor must earn a bachelor’s degree, complete a course of study leading to an MD or DO degree from a fully recognized medical school, and spend three to six years working in a residency training program. Once these educational requirements have all been met, a doctor must then pass a challenging examination given by the specific Member Board in which the doctor intends to work. Plastic surgeons like Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS must pass the examinations administered by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Even after becoming certified, doctors are required to maintain their certification by actively studying current healthcare advancements and participating in the ABMS Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program.

In particular, the ABMS MOC program focuses on the following:

Licensure and professional standing: In order to maintain Board Certification, doctors must be in good standing with the state in which they practice, and must hold all necessary state certifications and licenses.
Lifelong learning and self-assessment: Doctors in the ABMS MOC program are required to stay informed about advances in their fields by studying journal articles, attending classes or conferences, and taking online exams.
Cognitive expertise: Doctors must put their up-to-date knowledge to the test by performing well on rigorous written examinations, commonly called “the boards.”
Practice performance assessment: From time to time, doctors who are Board Certified must have their performance evaluated through a series of patient surveys and doctor feedback. From these evaluations, doctors learn how best to improve the quality of care they provide.

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What Does Board Certification Mean?

When a doctor is Board Certified, you know that he or she has undergone the rigorous training required to perform a challenging medical specialty like plastic surgery. You also know that your doctor has extensive hands-on experience. Because Garrett Wirth, MD, MS, FACS successfully maintains his Board Certification, his patients are confident in the care he provides, knowing that he meets the highest professional standards. Reach out and set up your consultation today, to learn more about what Dr. Wirth can do for you!

Dr. Garrett Wirth

Dr. Garrett A. Wirth, MD

Experience & Credentials

Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
His techniques are highly refined and therefore require less downtime, with minimal bruising and swelling. “I want women to be able to resume their lives quickly, with little or no make-up after the procedures,” he says.

Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Wirth Holds Memberships in the Following Medical Societies:

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Board Certification Matters

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Dr. Garrett Wirth

Dr. Garrett A. Wirth, MD

Experience & Credentials

Choosing Your Plastic SurgeonHis techniques are highly refined and therefore require less downtime, with minimal bruising and swelling. “I want women to be able to resume their lives quickly, with little or no make-up after the procedures,” he says.

Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Wirth Holds Memberships in the Following Medical Societies:

Listening Comes First

Board Certification Matters

How Does Board Certification Work?

Schedule A Consultation

What Does Board Certification Mean?

Follow Us:

Schedule a Consultation

Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
His techniques are highly refined and therefore require less downtime, with minimal bruising and swelling. “I want women to be able to resume their lives quickly, with little or no make-up after the procedures,” he says.