Doctor Liu 95815

Name: Tom S. Liu, MD, MBA
Last name: Liu
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2009
Years experience: 14
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.sviaplasticsurgery.com/
Business: SVIA Plastic Surgery
Address: 1111 Exposition Blvd.
Address suite: Ste. 400B
Phone: (408) 872-8587
International phone number: +14088728587
City: Sacramento
State: California
Zip Code: 95815
Country: US
Statement: Welcome to SVIA Plastic Surgery, home of Liu Plastic Surgery, Bay Area Aesthetic Surgery and SVIA Medspa. Our practice is passionate about providing a truly unique aesthetic experience that is personalized for every patient’s needs and aesthetic goals. We are an aesthetic concierge experience founded in Northern California. Our practice, led by our Board-Certified and Aesthetic Fellowship trained plastic surgery founders, Drs. Jerome and Tom Liu, is driven to exceed the highest standards of plastic surgery care in an ethical, individualized, and conscientious fashion. Our practice offers the full spectrum of aesthetic medicine from skin care to cutting edge cosmetic surgery. We believe the aesthetic journey consists of curating a specific set of effective treatments tailored to an individual patient combining skin care, anti-aging, minimally invasive technologies, and aesthetic surgery.

They trained at the nationally acclaimed UCLA Medical Center (Ranked #3 by US News and World Reports). After completion of their training at UCLA, their passion for aesthetic (cosmetic) surgery inspired them to work with national leaders in aesthetic (cosmetic) surgery with an additional year of sub-specialty fellowship in Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA. Together Drs. Jerome and Tom Liu bring 17 years of surgical experience to SVIA Plastic Surgery.
Consulting Fees: 150$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • Good Samaritan Hospital (San Jose, CA), Sutter Medical Center (Sacramento and Roseville, CA)
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BA (Honors), Northwestern University
  • Graduate: MBA, University of Chicago Booth School of Business
  • Medical: MD (Honors), University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine

Tom S. Liu, MD, MBA

Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency: General Surgery, UCLA Medical Center
  • Fellowships:
  • Plastic Surgery, UCLA Medical Center
  • Aesthetics and Microsurgery, CPMC-Davies: Aesthetic Surgery Institute / Buncke Clinic
Member of: 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

GPS coordinates on map: 38.5989169,-121.4498138

Primary location: 
Location name: Los Gatos
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 37.2329,-121.9639969
Treatments: 
  • Areola Reduction Surgery
  • Arm Lift
  • Asian Rhinoplasty
  • Belotero
  • Body Lift
  • Botox
  • Brazilian Butt Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction
  • Brow Lift
  • Buccal Fat Removal
  • Butt Augmentation
  • Butt Implants
  • Butt Lift
  • Capsular Contracture Treatment
  • Cellfina
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Filler
  • Chin Implant
  • Chin Liposuction
  • CoolMini
  • CoolSculpting
  • CoolTone
  • Cryolipolysis
  • Deep Plane Facelift
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Dermapen
  • Dimple Surgery
  • Double Eyelid Surgery
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Embrace Scar Therapy
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • FaceTite
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Facial Reconstructive Surgery
  • Forehead Reduction
  • Genioplasty
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Hair Loss Treatment
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Hyaluronidase
  • Ideal Implant
  • Inspira Breast Implants
  • Inverted Nipple Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Kybella
  • Labia Puffing
  • Labiaplasty
  • Latisse
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Implants
  • Lip Lift
  • Lip Reduction
  • Lip Surgery
  • Lipoma Removal
  • Liposuction
  • Liposuction Revision
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • MACS Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Microneedling
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • MiraDry
  • Mole Removal
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Morpheus8
  • Natrelle Breast Implants
  • Neck Lift
  • Nipple Reduction
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Nonsurgical Breast Lift
  • Nonsurgical Butt Lift
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Nonsurgical Neck Lift
  • Nonsurgical Nose Job
  • Panniculectomy
  • Pec Implants
  • PRP for Hair Loss
  • PRP Injections
  • Ptosis Surgery
  • QuickLift
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Defyne
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Refyne
  • Restylane Silk
  • Retin-A
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Scar Removal
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Sculptra
  • Septoplasty
  • Sientra Breast Implants
  • Skin Lightening
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Skin Tightening
  • Skinbetter Science
  • SkinMedica
  • SkinPen
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Strattice
  • Subcision
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Thigh Lift
  • Tumescent Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Ultherapy
  • Vaginal Rejuvenation
  • Vaginoplasty
  • Vampire Facial
  • Vaser Liposuction
  • Viveve
  • Volbella
  • Vollure
  • Voluma
  • Xeomin

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.7
Profile views: 18201
Answer count: 145
Review count: 27
1 star count: 1
3 star count: 1
4 star count: 1
5 star count: 21
Total star count: 24
Star rating: 4.055450207061
Lead count last three months: 15
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Apr 7, 2014
Profile modified: Aug 9, 2023
Profile photo modified: Aug 9, 2023
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Performance
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: May 4, 2018
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Los Gatos, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.2329,-121.9639969
  • Sacramento, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 38.5737,-121.4869995

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Augmentation (Nov 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Nov 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Nov 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Jul 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2022) – Overall rating: 4/5
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck (Feb 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (May 2022) – Overall rating: 3/5
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2022) – Overall rating: 3/5
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2022) – Overall rating: 4/5
  • Ear Surgery (Apr 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Ear Surgery (Apr 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Feb 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Ear Surgery (Apr 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Double Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Double Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Dec 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (May 2022) – Overall rating: 3/5

Latest Prices

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $12000 – Nov 17, 2023
  • $12000 – Nov 17, 2023
  • $12000 – Nov 17, 2023
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8200 – Feb 4, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8500 – Aug 2022
  • $8500 – Aug 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – Dec 20, 2019
  • $8000 – Dec 20, 2019
  • $7800 – Jun 15, 2018 – Sacramento, CA
  • $7800 – Jun 15, 2018 – Sacramento, CA
  • $7800 – Jun 15, 2018 – Sacramento, CA
  • $8500 – Mar 13, 2018

Sientra Breast Implants Prices

  • $8500 – Nov 30, -0001
  • $8500 – Nov 30, -0001
  • $8500 – Aug 2022
  • $8500 – Aug 2022
  • $7800 – Apr 3, 2015 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $7800 – Apr 3, 2015 – Los Gatos, CA

Drainless Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $10800 – Feb 26, 2021 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $10800 – Feb 26, 2021 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $11000 – Feb 26, 2021
  • $10800 – Feb 26, 2021
  • $11000 – Feb 26, 2021
  • $11000 – Feb 26, 2021

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

  • $14800 – Dec 23, 2022
  • $14800 – Dec 23, 2022
  • $14800 – Dec 23, 2022

Double Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022

Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022
  • $4800 – May 1, 2022

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $8700 – Sep 27, 2019
  • $10800 – Feb 26, 2021
  • $8700 – Sep 27, 2019
  • $8700 – Sep 27, 2019
  • $8700 – Sep 27, 2019

Breast Implants Prices

  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8000 – May 6, 2022
  • $8500 – Mar 13, 2018 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $8500 – Mar 13, 2018 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $8500 – Mar 13, 2018 – Los Gatos, CA
  • $8500 – Mar 13, 2018

Practice Locations

Name & Website
SVIA Plastic Surgery – Home of Liu Plastic Surgery Los Gatos, https://www.liuplasticsurgery.com/
Address
15055 Los Gatos Blvd.Ste. 250, Los Gatos, California, US, 95032 (GPS coordinates: 37.2497091,-121.95577)
Phone
+14084180808
Working Hours
Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Created / Modified
Mar 13, 2017 / Aug 9, 2023
Name & Website
SVIA Plastic Surgery – Home of Liu Plastic Surgery Sacramento, https://www.liuplasticsurgery.com/
Address
1111 Exposition Blvd.Ste. 400B, Sacramento, California, US, 95815 (GPS coordinates: 38.5989169,-121.4498138)
Phone
+19166784188
Working Hours
Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Created / Modified
Mar 13, 2017 / Aug 9, 2023
Name & Website
SVIA Plastic Surgery – Home of Bay Area Aesthetic Surgery, https://www.bayareaaestheticsurgery.com/
Address
66 Bovet RdSte 360, San Mateo, California, US, 94402 (GPS coordinates: 37.5510695,-122.3150698)
Phone
+16505706066
Working Hours
Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Created / Modified
Sep 2, 2016 / Aug 9, 2023

Special Offers

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Treatments
Natrelle Offer
Aug 15, 2018 /
Dec 31, 2020
Bonus Treatment for You and a Friend by Natrelle: When you select any Natrelle gummy implants for breast augmentation. Choose one of the following complementary treatments or products: Botox or Coolsculpting
Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Is it possible to get a BBL and tummy tuck at the same time?
TT & BBL
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your posting! These two procedures are best done separately as one procedure requires a patient to be laying face up, and the other requires a patient to be laying face down. Also, in terms of recovery, a patient who has had a BBL will need to avoid sitting or laying on their bottom for at least two weeks to help prevent fat reabsorption. This isn't possible if these procedures are done at the same time. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon regarding your individual...
Will 330-360cc be too big?
Breast Implants
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your question! Because there are so many variations of implants available today, it can be hard to choose which would be best for you. On the other hand, you have many options, allowing you to have a truly customized augmentation procedure. Communicating your individual aesthetic goals to your board-certified plastic surgeon will help him or her narrow down the type of implant that would give you your desired result. When selecting volume, exploring before and after photos can...
Will my breasts get smaller over time?
Breast Augmentation Recovery
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your question! After breast augmentation surgery, patients can sometimes feel a little overwhelmed with the changes in their body. Patients are always eager to see their final results, which is understandable! However, it is important to remember that it does take time to see your final results. Initially, there is definitely some swelling, and the implants can look too high. Your board-certified plastic surgeon will follow-up with you during your early recovery to...
Lifting kids after breast lift with implants?
Recovery after Augmentation-Mastopexy
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your posting! Many of the moms in our office ask this same question. It is definitely important to know this information ahead of time so you can plan accordingly. After an augmentation-mastopexy procedure, it is best to avoid lifting anything over 5 lbs for at least six weeks. However, you should consult your board-certified plastic surgeon regarding his or her postoperative protocol and it can be unique to each surgeon. Good luck in your upcoming procedure!
Can rhinoplasty be used to completely change a nose?
Rhinoplasty
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your posting! A rhinoplasty procedure can definitely address all of your above-mentioned concerns. The photos you submitted can be very helpful to show a board-certified plastic surgeon at a consultation appointment to discuss your individual aesthetic goals. Good luck in your research!
Should I wait to think about breast implants? I’m 18 and I’m unsatisfied with my breast size.
Breast Augmentation at Age 18
Feb 1, 2018
Thank you for your question! At 18 years old, it is not too early to be thinking about breast augmentation surgery. In terms of moving forward with surgery at this age, there are some things to consider. Patients who are between the age of 18 and 22 are limited to choosing saline implants, unless they sign a waiver. This document is an agreement that they will have silicone implants "off label." It is important for patients to know that this agreement disqualifies them of any warranty...
Is having a tummy tuck prior to pregnancy a bad idea?
TT & Pregnancy
Jan 31, 2018
Thank you for your posting! Congratulations on your weight loss - amazing! Regarding timing for tummy tuck surgery, it is ideal for patients to wait until after they have had children as pregnancy can impact overall results. Whether a patient is okay with possibly needing additional surgery is entirely a personal decision though. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon near you for an examination and discussion of your individual plan. His or her dedicated office staff...
Is it recommended to get the BBL before the mommy makeover or the other way around? Which one will
Mommy Makeover & BBL
Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question! Patients wanting a Mommy Makeover including a TT and BBL would need two separate procedures. Because a BBL involves fat transfer (often from the abdomen area), it would be important to do this procedure first to have that available. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon regarding his or her recommendations for you. Good luck in your research!
What would be the best way to improve the appearance of my breasts?
Breast Surgery
Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your posting! The procedure that would be ideal for you depends on your overall aesthetic goal. Breast augmentation is recommended when a patient wants to address breast volume, and a breast lift is often suggested for a patient who wants to address breast shape. Sometimes, a combined procedure including breast augmentation and lift is necessary for a patient to achieve their desired results. It would be important for you to consult with a board-certified plastic...
Right breast bigger than left! 3 weeks post op, will they change over time?
Breast Asymmetry After Surgery
Jan 4, 2018
Thank you for your question! It is very common for patients to notice some asymmetry during their early healing process after breast augmentation surgery. It takes some time to see your final results, so it is important to be patient. Make sure to consult with your board-certified plastic surgeon regarding any questions or concerns during your recovery as he or she knows you best! Congratulations on your procedure!
Subglandular, subfascial or submuscular is better for me?
BA - Implant Placement
Nov 2, 2017
Thank you for your question! Implant placement is most often recommended to be submuscular for several reasons. When implants are placed below the muscle, there is a decreased risk for the development of capsular contracture (hardening) and less chance for rippling, which can be a concern for patients who are thin and have little breast tissue. Also, there is better mammography detection. Because you were given conflicting recommendations at your recent consultations, it...
Will Lipo of the flanks make an improvement in my waistline?
Body Contouring
Nov 2, 2017
Thank you for your question and photos! Body contouring with liposuction can be a great way for patients to improve their waistline. Based on your photos, it appears you would be a candidate for liposuction of the flank areas. If you are concerned about skin retraction, consult with your board-certified plastic surgeon regarding advanced technologies available that can help with skin tightening. Good luck with your upcoming mommy makeover! You deserve it!
I am currently 129lbs and 5'3", have a 32A cup and at my pre op wanted 600ccs put in. How big will
BA - 600 cc
Nov 2, 2017
Thank you for your question! It is difficult to predict your cup size after breast augmentation surgery based on the volume of your chosen implant. During a consultation appointment, many patients have found it helpful to use a sizing system to see what their potential results will be. The sizing system gives you an instant augmentation and also helps your plastic surgeon understand your aesthetic goals. When selecting the size that is right for you, it is very...
I am currently 230 pounds and I am 5'7, 20 years old. Will I be a good candidate for a BBL and Tumm
TT & BBL
Nov 1, 2017
Thank you for your question and photos! For patients wanting tummy tuck surgery, it is important to have maintained a healthy, stable weight prior to proceeding in order to achieve the best results and reduce the risk for postoperative complications. Based on the information you provided, it would be ideal for you to reach your goal weight and be at a lower BMI before moving forward. Also, it is possible that, after losing ~50 lbs, your aesthetic plans may change! Remember to...
If I’ve had liposuction and a tummy tuck, is it easy to gain weight back in those areas?
Weight Gain after Surgery
Nov 1, 2017
Thank you for your posting! Your question is definitely one of the most commonly asked by patients considering liposuction and tummy tuck surgery. Because every patient is so different, it is hard to say. It is definitely possible to gain weight in those areas if you are not maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Any patient considering liposuction or tummy tuck surgery should aim to maintain a stable weight both before and after surgery in order to achieve optimal results. Consult with...

Latest Before And After Photos

Last updated on 11/24/2023