Dr. Bayati

Female Plastic Surgeon

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“I always strive for perfection in all my endeavors…”

Dr. Bayati

I bring this quality to my patients and in the results they should expect from my work. I understand how a small imperfection in appearance can hold one back when interacting with others. Life is too short to just sit back and accept the misfortunes of nature, whether it is a child who was born with a cleft lip or without an ear or an individual with a displeasing nose or breasts. My goal is to address these problems and to assist in reshaping one’s future.

My credentials attest to my commitment to the field of medicine, especially in Cosmetic and Reconstructive surgery. I was accepted to medical school directly from high school, only one of 45 students in the country with such distinction. I completed a special program for gifted students at Boston University School Of Medicine and graduated with honors from medical school. I then moved to Springfield, Illinois where I completed an integrated training program in General Surgery and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. There was a great advantage to this program: instead of the usual two years of Plastic Surgery training that is traditionally accepted in this country, the participants in my program completed an extra year of training in the art of cosmetic surgery and difficult reconstructive problems in breast cancer surgery as well as burn surgery. This extra year of dedicated training was invaluable to my technical development in this artistic field of surgery. One of the greatest advantages is the fact that I trained in an era when the latest techniques of endoscopic surgery with minor incisions and scarring were incorporated in my training. I also trained in the latest techniques of laser resurfacing. Some of my older colleagues in the community did not have this advantage in their training since most of these advances in cosmetic surgery are recent developments, which were perfected in my era of training and were non-existent in theirs. I am extremely adept in endoscopic brow lift and endoscopic facelift surgery, as well as the use of the multitude of the latest lasers, including the CO2 laser.

I moved back to California and completed an extra year of training in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at Loma Linda University Medical Center. This type of surgery is extremely delicate and involves detailed work on the fine structures of the hand and arm, such as nerves and tendons using a surgical microscope. I am adept in microsurgical techniques that are necessary in difficult reconstructive cases.

I have a very gratifying practice. I love going to work every day and making a difference in someone’s life. I will provide you with the highest quality of care in my field of expertise. Above all, I will treat you with compassion and respect.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Bayati has been recently been named a “Top Doctor” by Realself.com and a “Physician of Excellence” by the Orange County Medical Association in 2025, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 and 2016. Vitals.com has consistently awarded Dr. Bayati with the following recognitions below.

  • Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Year Honoree in 2016 and 2017
  • Patients’ Choice Award – 2012-2017
  • On-Time Doctor Award – 2014-2017
  • Compassionate Doctor Recognition – 2012-2017
  • Patients’ Choice 5th Anniversary Award – 5 Year Honoree in 2016 and 2017
  • 2016 On-Time Doctor Award plaque honoring Dr. Semira Bayati for patient punctuality recognition
  • Award plaque recognizing Dr. Semira Bayati as Vitals On-Time Doctor 2015 for shortest patient wait-time
  • Vitals On-Time Doctor award plaque for Dr. Semira Bayati recognizing shortest wait-time in 2014
  • Orange County Medical Association Physician of Excellence Award Plaque 2016, 2018-2022
  • Dr. Semira Bayati Compassionate Doctor Award 2017 plaque from Vitals for faithful service to patients
  • Dr. Semira Bayati's 2018 Compassionate Doctor Award plaque from Vitals for faithful service and patient care
  • Dr. Semira Bayati Compassionate Doctor Award 2015 plaque from Vitals for patient service excellence
  • Dr. Semira Bayati Most Compassionate Doctor Award Certificate 2013 from Vitals mounted on plaque
  • Dr. Semira Bayati Vitals Compassionate Doctor Award 2014 plaque for patient recognition in surgical care
  • Award plaque recognizing Dr. Semira Bayati as Most Compassionate Doctor 2012 by Vitals, mounted on wood background
  • Compassionate Doctor Award plaque for Dr. Samira Bayati, Five Year Honoree 2012-2016, framed certificate
  • Avvo Rated Doctor 2012 Award plaque with 7 Avvo Rating displayed on mahogany frame
  • Framed medical achievement award with circular seal and personalized nameplate on burgundy matting
  • Award plaque recognizing Dr. Sandra Margoles as America's Most Honored Professionals with silver seal on red background
  • Top Plastic Surgeon Reviews 2018 gold seal award plaque on burgundy frame
  • Award plaque recognizing Dr. Semira Bayati as Top 10 Doctor 2014 for Hand Surgeon Specialists in California
  • RealSelf Top Doctor award plaque with blue ribbon and stars on burgundy frame
  • Dr. Samira Bayati 2017 Patients' Choice Award plaque recognizing excellence in patient care and satisfaction
  • 2016 Patients' Choice Award plaque for Dr. Samira Bayati displayed on black background with gold seal
  • Dr. Samira Bayati Patients' Choice Award 2015 plaque for excellence in patient care and satisfaction
  • Vitals Patients' Choice Award 2014 plaque for Dr. Samira Bayati, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  • 2013 Patients' Choice Award plaque for Dr. Semira Bayati, top cosmetic surgeon in California
  • Dr. Semira Bayati Patients' Choice Award 2012 plaque for excellence in Baltimore's Favorite Physicians
  • Dr. Samira Bayati Patients Choice Award plaque for California's Favorite Physicians five-year honoree
  • Patients Choice Award plaque for Dr. Semira Bayati, five-year honoree for favorite physician 2015-2019

Dr. Bayati FAQ’s

General Surgery
Integrated General/Plastic Surgery Residency Training Program
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
1992–1995

Plastic Surgery
Integrated General/Plastic Surgery Residency Training Program
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
1995–1998

Fellowship Program
Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA
1998–1999

Graduate – Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA

Program:
Six-Year BA/MD Program

Degree:
Doctor of Medicine, May 17, 1992

Memberships:
American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Fellow – American College of Surgeons

Honors:
Gross Anatomy, Biochemistry, Psychiatry, Liver Transplant Subinternship, Pediatric Clerkship, Plastic Surgery Elective, Ophthalmology, Surgical Oncology Subinternship, Burn Surgery – Boston University

Undergraduate – Boston University, Boston, MA

Program:
Combined Six-Year BA/MD Program

Degree:
Bachelor of Arts

Minors:
Art History / Mathematics

Awards:
Distinguished Sophomore Award for Maintaining One of the Highest Grade Point Averages in the Six-Year BA/MD Program
Dean’s List for All Semesters of Undergraduate Education

Memberships:
Golden Key National Honor Society
Phi Beta Kappa

Activities:
Shotokan Karate Team at Boston University
Playing and Teaching Classical Piano

How to Select the Best Plastic Surgeon for You

The following list of suggestions can provide you with some basic things to consider while you search for the plastic surgeon that will be best for your needs and goals:

Research the Surgeon’s Background and Credentials

A plastic surgeon will typically have a biography on their website. Take a look at their educational background, awards and accomplishments, and board-certifications and memberships. Try to gain an idea of their experience and their overall approach to care. If you would like more information that can help you gain an understanding of the surgeon’s skills and talents, don’t hesitate to contact the practice.

View Before-and-After Photos and Read Patient Reviews

By looking at plastic surgery before-and-after photos, you can see the results that the surgeon has been able to create in other patients. Many of these photo galleries include patients who have undergone the same procedure for which you may be interested, so these images can help you envision the potential results. Similarly, plastic surgeon reviews and patient testimonials can help you formulate an overall impression of the kind of service you can expect from the practice based on other patients’ experiences. Before-and-after image galleries are often available on the practice’s website; if not, you may want to ask the practice to look at these photos when you visit. Patient reviews of the surgeon are also typically available on the practice’s website or via third-party review sites.

Meet with the Surgeon to Determine Your Level of Comfort

One of the most important things you can do as you look for the best plastic surgeon for your needs is to meet with them in a one-on-one consultation. At this meeting, you can truly evaluate your rapport and determine whether you are confident with the surgeon’s abilities and comfortable in their care. Useful questions to ask yourself include: Does the surgeon seem thoughtful, thorough, and attentive? Does the surgeon customize the procedure to each patient’s needs and goals? Do they explain all aspects of treatment in detail and fully address your questions and concerns?

Ultimately, you are establishing a partnership with your prospective plastic surgeon. You should always feel confident that you are receiving the absolute best in care. Dr. Semira Bayati genuinely understands how important it is to provide our patients with the highest standards of care in an attentive, honest environment. She has been recognized many times for her commitment to top-quality treatment and compassionate care, and will not hesitate to answer all of your questions and help you decide the best options for your needs.

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