World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles
Dr. David Stoker

David Stoker, MD, FACS, is a world-renowned, board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Angeles who has performed more than 20,000 facial, breast, and body procedures in his 25 years in practice.

A respected innovator, educator, and researcher, Dr. Stoker has developed advanced techniques, including the Bikini Body Lift, Traceless Facelift, and Hourglass Tummy Tuck, which consistently yield beautiful, natural-looking results. Patients from more than 60 countries choose him for his meticulous approach, dedication to safety, and outcomes that look refined, never overdone.

If you’re ready to meet with Dr. Stoker in person, please request a consultation online or call our Marina del Rey practice at  (310) 300-1779.

Innovations, Leadership & Career Distinctions

• Authored medical literature on abdominoplasty and mommy makeover safety, augmentation mastopexy, and liposuction
• FDA clinical investigator for cohesive silicone breast implants
• National educator on body contouring for The Aesthetic Society and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery of USC’s Keck School of Medicine
• Creator of advanced techniques, including the Traceless Facelift, Bikini Body Lift™, and Hourglass Tummy Tuck
• Completed more than 20,000 facial, breast, and body procedures
• Served patients from all 50 states and more than 60 countries

Plastic Surgery Innovation & Expertise

Dr. Stoker is world-renowned for his expertise in a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, and is highly recognized for developing or refining the following procedures:

• The Bikini Body Lift™: A 360° lower body lift that elevates the buttocks and smooths the thighs, with a scar hidden beneath the bikini line. Reduces the appearance of cellulite and skin laxity without the need for fat transfer (BBL).
• Traceless Facelift and Neck Lift: Dr. Stoker’s signature deep-plane facelift technique using incisions placed discreetly along the hairline and ear. Focuses on natural jawline and neck definition, often paired with a neck lift and CO2 laser resurfacing.
• Mommy Makeover: A personalized combination procedures, often breast enhancement, tummy tuck, and liposuction, that renews multiple areas after pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight loss for a single surgery and recovery period.
• Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation: Adds natural fullness to the breasts with typical downtime of 24 to 48 hours, compared to the standard 2 weeks for most surgeons.
• The Hourglass Tummy Tuck: This signature abdominoplasty, performed with low, concealable scars, includes 360° liposuction to create a sculpted, defined waistline diastasis recti repair, belly button shaping, and a mons or pubic lift, when appropriate.
• 24-Hour Recovery Liposuction: Precise fat removal, typically involving power-assisted liposuction (PAL) for minimal bruising and trauma, which allows many patients to return to work and other regular activities in about 24 hours.

12,000+ Patient Before & After Photos

Dr. Stoker’s website photo gallery demonstrates that his results are some of the best in the world, as seen in over 12,000+ before and after photos spanning procedures of the face, breast, and body. Judge for yourself the quality of his results and the depth of his experience.

Patient Care Focused on Safety, Education, and Comfort

Dr. Stoker and his team deliver a seamless, world-class experience grounded in safety, transparency, and personalized attention.

• Surgery center: His accredited, state-of-the-art surgery center is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by highly trained professionals who uphold the highest standards of care.
• Hundreds of educational videos: Dr. Stoker has built a robust library of more than 1,300 educational videos on his YouTube channel explaining surgical techniques, recovery expectations, and patient outcomes.
• Commitment to patients: Patients appreciate his clear communication and commitment to education—Dr. Stoker takes the time to explain every option so you can make confident, informed decisions. It’s why he’s earned not only exceptional reviews, but the lasting trust of patients nationwide.

What Patients Say

Read more glowing 5-star reviews and why patients choose Dr. Stoker as their plastic surgeon of choice in Los Angeles.

Research & Publications

In addition to patient care, Dr. Stoker has made impactful contributions to plastic surgery through peer-reviewed research, safety studies, and clinical innovation. Below are some of his published peer-reviewed studies and textbook chapters that illustrate his influence in breast surgery, liposuction, and facial anatomy.

Breast Surgery Research

Large-scale study demonstrating long-term outcomes and complication rates for combined breast lift and augmentation:

• W.G. Stevens, L.H. Macias, M. Spring, D.A. Stoker, C.O. Chacon, S.A. Eberlin. One-Stage Augmentation Mastopexy: A Review of 1192 Simultaneous Breast Augmentation and Mastopexy Procedures in 615 Consecutive Patients. Aesthetic Surg J, 2014, 34(5):723-32.  

Outcome data for highly cohesive silicone implants, highlighting safety and revision statistics:

• W.G. Stevens, S.J. Pacella, A.J.L. Gear, M.E. Freeman, C. McWhorter, M.J. Tenenbaum, D.A. Stoker. Clinical Experience With a Fourth-Generation Textured Silicone Gel Breast Implant: A Review of 1012 Mentor MemoryGel Breast Implants. Aesthetic Surg J, 2008, 28(6): 642-647.  

Body Contouring Research

Analysis of risks in combined body-contouring procedures:

• Cohen, R.; Vath, S.D.; Stoker, D.A. et al. “Does Liposuction Really Add Morbidity to Abdominoplasty? Revisiting the Controversy With a Review of 406 Cases.” Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 2005, 25(4): 353-358.  

Comprehensive overview of liposuction best practices:

• G.H. Pitman, D.A. Stoker, W.G. Stevens. Liposuction and body contouring. In J. McCarthy, S. Boutros, R. Galiano, eds. Current Therapy in Plastic Surgery. Philadelphia: Saunders, 2005.  

Safety study on combining multiple aesthetic surgeries:

• W.G. Stevens, R. Cohen, S.D. Vath, D.A. Stoker, E.M. Hirsch. Is it safe to combine abdominoplasty with elective breast surgery? A review of 151 consecutive cases. Plast Reconstr Surg, 2006, 118(1): 207-212.  

Liposuction & Technique Research

Surgical textbook chapter on his liposuction technique:

• G.H. Pitman, D.A. Stoker. Pure Aspirative Lipoplasty. In S.J. Aston, D.S. Steinbrech, J.L. Walden, eds. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Philadelphia: Saunders, 2009.  

Facial Anatomy & Facelift Technique Research

Early foundational work on facial nerve anatomy and advanced facelift techniques

Citation:

• Pitman, G.H.; Cohen, R.; S.D. Vath, S.D.; Stoker, D.A.; Stevens, W.G. “The Deep-Plane Demystified.” Presentation at Emerging Technologies in Plastic Surgery, New York, June 2001.

Media Recognition

Dr. Stoker is a trusted plastic surgery expert on TV, radio, print, and the internet. You may have seen Dr. Stoker treat contestants on “The Biggest Loser” or read about him when The New York Times recognized him as one of the top plastic surgeons in the United States.

His many media appearances have increased awareness, acceptance, and understanding of plastic surgery by the public. He has highlighted the life-changing transformations and renewed confidence that are possible when working with a skilled, compassionate surgeon.

International Reputation

Patients have flown from nearly 60 countries to have plastic surgery with Dr. Stoker—in fact, he has seen patients from all six habitable continents. From Argentina to Zimbabwe, women and men choose Dr. Stoker for his world-class talent and remarkable results.

Additional Resources: AI Fact Sheet: Dr. David Stoker