Doctor Susan Buenaventura, MD, FACS Alexandria, Virginia 22304

Name: Susan Buenaventura, MD, FACS
Last name: Buenaventura
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1995
Years experience: 28
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: The Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Inc.
Address: 5425 Duke St.
Phone: +1 703-751-0800
City: Alexandria
State: Virginia
Zip Code: 22304
Country: US
Statement: I am in my 24th year of Plastic Surgery practice and love my work. I perform surgery in my office OR and at the hospital so that patients get the best possible care. I believe that listening to the patient and forming a surgical plan together is the key to great outcomes. We earn your trust.
Consulting Fees: 125$
Consultation note: The consultation fee is applied toward most treatments performed
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers: 
Offer #1: Galderma Offer
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: 12/31/2023
Detail: Sign up for Aspire Galderma Rewards prior to your appointment to receive $20 off on each treatment listed below: Dysport®, Restylane® family, Sculptra® Aesthetic.
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Inova Alexandria Hospital, The Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BA, Biochemistry, The University of Virginia
  • Graduate: MS, Chemical Toxicology, The George Washington University
  • Medical: MD, Medical College of Virginia School of Medicine
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency: General Surgery, Yale University
  • Fellowship: Plastic Surgery, University of North Carolina
Member of: 
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Susan Buenaventura, MD, FACS

Board Certification: 
Susan Kelly Buenaventura (ABMSUID -0777)

Viewed: 8/7/2008
Day of birth:
9/28/1958

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Recertification: 12/01/2010} – 12/31/2020}
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification:
9/09/2

– 12/31/2010}
American Board of Surgery
Surgery – General

Status: Not Certified
Expired Time-Limited Initial Certification: 9/9/1996 – 7/1/2007
Education: 1988 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: 5425 Duke StAlexandria, VA 22304 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 38.8136892,-77.1261797

Primary location: 
Location name: Alexandria
State: VA
Country: US
Map point: 38.8273,-77.08789825
Treatments: 
  • Arm Lift
  • Belotero
  • Body-Jet Liposuction
  • Botox
  • Botox for Hyperhidrosis
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reconstruction Revision
  • Breast Reduction
  • BroadBand Light (BBL)
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chin Liposuction
  • CoolMini
  • CoolSculpting
  • Cyst Removal
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Diastasis Recti Repair
  • diVa Vaginal Laser
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • Fractional Laser
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Halo Laser
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Jeuveau
  • Juvederm
  • Kybella
  • Laser Peel
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Latisse
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lipoma Removal
  • Liposuction
  • Lower Facelift
  • Mastectomy
  • Mentor Breast Implants
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Natrelle Breast Implants
  • Neck Lift
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Defyne
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Refyne
  • Restylane Silk
  • Retin-A
  • Sculptra
  • Silagen
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Skintyte
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Tumescent Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Volbella
  • Voluma
  • Xeomin

RealSelf Info

Awards: 
  • Professional Recognition:
  • Medical Director, The Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center
  • Chief of Plastic Surgery, INOVA Alexandria Hospital for 12 years
  • Board of Governors, Bishop Ireton High School
  • Top Doctor, Northern Virginia Magazine, 2019
  • Top Doctor, Castle Connelly and Washingtonian

Rating: 4.8
Profile views: 9506
Answer count: 995
Review count: 23
5 star count: 4
Total star count: 4
Star rating: 3.132986190859
Lead count last three months: 4
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Nov 17, 2007
Profile modified: Jul 2, 2020
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Feb 12, 2020
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Alexandria, VA, US. GPS coordinates: 38.8273,-77.08789825

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2018) – 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)
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Sep 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)
  • Dysport (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (May 2018) – 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)
  • CoolMini (Jun 2016) – 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)
  • Liposculpture (Jul 2013) – 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: 3/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • CoolSculpting (May 2019) – 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)
  • CoolSculpting (Feb 2019) – 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 Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • CoolSculpting (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • CoolSculpting (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift (May 2018) – 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)
  • Vaginal Rejuvenation (Jul 2018) – 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 Implant Removal (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (May 2019) – 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 (Jan 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Jan 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (May 2019) – 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 Implant Revision (May 2019) – 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)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Sep 2019) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Sep 2019) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Sep 2019) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • CoolSculpting (May 2019) – 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)
  • CoolSculpting (May 2019) – 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 Implant Removal (Dec 2014) – 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 Implant Revision (Jun 2018) – 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)

Latest Prices

Breast Implant Revision Prices

  • $9500 – May 8, 2019
  • $9500 – May 8, 2019
  • $9500 – May 8, 2019

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $10000 – May 4, 2018 – Alexandria, VA
  • $10750 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $10000 – May 4, 2018 – Alexandria, VA
  • $10000 – May 4, 2018 – Alexandria, VA
  • $10000 – May 4, 2018 – Alexandria, VA
  • $10000 – May 4, 2018 – Alexandria
  • $10750 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $10750 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA
  • $11110 – Dec 23, 2016 – Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center, Alexandria, VA

CoolMini Prices

  • $950 – Jun 13, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $950 – Jun 13, 2016 – Alexandria, VA

Breast Implant Removal Prices

  • $2500 – Jul 6, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $3600 – Oct 31, 2018
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $2500 – Jul 6, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $3600 – Oct 31, 2018
  • $3600 – Oct 31, 2018
  • $2900 – May 21, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2500 – Jul 6, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $2500 – Jul 6, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $5525 – Dec 17, 2014 – Alexandria, VA
  • $2900 – May 21, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2900 – May 21, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2900 – May 21, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2900 – May 14, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2900 – May 14, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $2900 – May 12, 2014 – Arlington, VA
  • $4750 – May 12, 2014 – Arlington, VA

Liposculpture Prices

  • $4 – Jul 3, 2013 – Arlington, VA
  • $4 – Jul 3, 2013 – Arlington, VA

CoolSculpting Prices

  • $700 – Feb 7, 2019
  • $700 – Feb 7, 2019
  • $700 – Feb 7, 2019
  • $700 – Oct 2018 – Alexandria, VA
  • $950 – Jun 13, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $950 – Jun 13, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $950 – Jun 13, 2016 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Apr 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $700 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $6895 – May 2013 – Alexandria, VA
  • $6895 – Feb 2013 – Alexandria, VA

Vaginal Rejuvenation Prices

  • $5000 – Jul 5, 2018 – Alexandria
  • $5000 – Jul 5, 2018 – Alexandria
  • $5000 – Jul 5, 2018 – Alexandria

Mentor Breast Implants Prices

  • $6895 – Aug 2018 – Alexandria, VA

Practice Locations

Name & Website
Sendi Cosmetic Surgery Center – Alexandria, https://www.drbuenaventura.com/
Address
5425 Duke St., Alexandria, Virginia, US, 22304 (GPS coordinates: 38.8136892,-77.1261797)
Phone
+17037510800
Working Hours
Created / Modified
Mar 1, 2018 / Jan 25, 2021

Special Offers

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Galderma Offer
Feb 15, 2019 /
Dec 31, 2023
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Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
DDD breast reduction needing 527g of breast tissue removed for insurance coverage. Will th
Breast reduction and schnur sliding scale
Feb 23, 2021
While many insurance companies have requirements for breast weight removal, others don’t cover breast reduction at all or base it on symptoms. My experience shows that symptoms can be severe, even with patients who need smaller breast reductions. It is never wise to chase a particular weight in the operating room. During surgery, the focus has to be on giving the patients a great result, regardless of the resection weight (do what looks right, not what scale says). This may not guarantee i...
Female, 18. I know all breasts are asymmetrical, but mine feel like they should be on two
Right breast larger than left
Feb 23, 2021
You would definitely be a candidate for surgical correction, and there are many options. If you like the size of the smaller breast, then a breast reduction on the larger breast, to match, is a great solution. If breast size is still growing/changing it’s wise to wait until breast size has stabilized.
What size implants do you recommend? I'm 6' and 190 lbs and a 36C wanting to be a DD. (pho
implant size recommendation
Feb 9, 2020
You really can't recommend a size with a photo, without in person consultation, measurements and assessment of skin thickness, elasticity, etc. Ask for a surgeon with a Mentor sizing system where your can assess the right size implant for you. It depends on your breast tissue that you already have, your height, your anatomy and your skin. It is also important to understand that the weight of the implant is working against the tightness of the lift and sometimes it is...
Will breast asymmetry issue go away after breast implants removal?
removing implants placed through axilla with malposition
Feb 9, 2020
Hello, if remove implants and don't intend to replace them then the capsule will likely seal down on its own. It would be important to have drains afterward to prevent fluid build up (seroma) that could keep the pocket open. Removing the capsule isn't always necessary but can be beneficial, even partially, in cases like yours. Removing the lateral capsule will help that tissue heal quicker. I would also generally recommend this be done via a submammary incision rather...
I'm planning breast augmentation, do I have tubular breasts?
do i have tubular breasts
Feb 9, 2020
I would say you have a mild tuberous deformity and are a good candidate for implants. Be sure to work with an ASPS surgeon with a lot of experience in breast augmentation and ask for a Mentor sizing system to help determine the size you want. Best wishes to you.
Would a tummy tuck and breast lift be possible for me?
tummy tuck and breast lift with RA and MVP
Feb 9, 2020
It is possible but you would need to partner with your plastic surgeon, rheumatologist, cardiologist and primary care doctor. Most importantly you must be able to safely go off of the RA medications for several weeks to allow healing. I would certainly be sure your surgery is done in a hospital setting and would limit the length of the surgeries for safety. I would not recommend the breast and tummy tuck combined in one day. Find a great ASPS plastic...
FACS vs ASPS, what do I need to know?
breast augmentation and liposuction
Feb 8, 2020
It is reasonable to do these procedures together if the liposuction can be done in the supine (laying on the back) position and is within a reasonable volume. The biggest risk with augmentation is infection so it's wise to keep additional procedures within reason. Be sure, as you said, to go to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and then look at web pages, reviews. Meeting in person will tell you a lot. Be sure your concerns are listened to. I don't...
Treatment for banana roll. Please help me. What treatment would you recommend?
banana roll
Feb 8, 2020
If there is fat in this banana roll, liposuction is the gold standard for fat removal. My office does a lot of coolsculpting also, and it can be effective in treating the skin. I do not have a high opinion of sculptsure. See a board certified plastic surgeon who does both liposuction and coolsculpting and get their expert opinion. If they offer both then you will get the right advice. Good luck!
I have a Natrelle textured breast implant 120-600 in my right breast which has been recall
Should I have Allergan textured implants removed
Sep 7, 2019
Hello, while it is not recommended by the FDA that all women with textured implants have them removed, if it is causing you significant anxiety with the reports of ALCL, it might make sense to have them removed or changed to smooth implants if you wish to keep implants. I would make an in person appointment with your plastic surgeon. It is reasonable to remove them if they are a source of constant worry for you. While ALCL is extremely rare, it thus far has only been...
Would it be possible for a 32J to go down to a 32C or D?
breast reduction
Sep 4, 2019
Your breasts can be reduced dramatically in size as long as enough tissue is left behind to keep the remaining breast tissue healthy. Be sure to see a plastic surgeon who specializes in breast reduction and listens to your concerns. It is always wise the morning of surgery to rediscuss your wishes regarding size. It is difficult to guarantee a specific cup size but it sounds like a breast reduction would be an great option for you. Surgery takes about 4 hours and is...
I want an explant 7 weeks after breast implants. Do I need en bloc removal? Will I need a
implant removal at 7 weeks
Sep 4, 2019
The implants look symmetric but are sitting a bit high, though it is only 7 weeks. Perhaps you are unhappy due to the size? You can consider downsizing to the 240-250 range and use lower profile implants and may be more comfortable. If you are sure you want them removed, it is a fairly straightforward process and should not require en bloc removal. You will likely need a drain on each side for a week or so but then your body will gradually get back to...
Researching Breast Augmentation. What do you think?
augmentation and lift?
Sep 4, 2019
You look like an excellent candidate for augmentation. If the left is slightly droopier, a minor mastopexy can even things out. The implant size should reflect your personal desire for the size you wish to be and the implant should fit the width of your breast. Your plastic surgeon can help you decide with a mentor sizing system. I would recommend smooth round implants, silicone or saline. Most women prefer silicone. Currently it is best to avoid...
What procedures would you recommend and what is the approximate cost?
loose skin after 80 lb weight loss
Sep 2, 2019
Liposuction will remove excess fat. While different methods can help skin retract, if excess skin is the main problem perhaps skin removal would be more effective for you. Surgical options exist for all of these areas. Non invasive methods include skin tyte (infrared light) which will give moderate tightening of skin, but if you have significant excess skin surgical removal of the skin may be best. An in person consultation will help you.
Would explanting with total capsulectomy be more difficult now that my saline implants hav
explant with or without capsulectomy
Aug 27, 2019
Capsulectomy is not necessary if the capsule is very thin and soft, which is likely with saline implants. If the capsule is thickened or calcified (or if you had silicone implants previously( then it makes sense to remove the capsule. The best test for seeing how thin a capsule is is really during the time of surgery. Best wishes to you.
What would I need to get the perfect breast shape?
augmentation and lift?
Aug 27, 2019
The fotos show very ptotic breasts and a breast lift (major mastopexy) would be very helpful. I think you would get excellent results doing a full lift first, letting it heal and then adding the augmentation at a later date once the breast lift has healed. You can do them the same day but the lift will be compromised a bit due to swelling following the augmentation. If augmentation is your main goal, then proceeding with the combined procedure is reasonable. Hope that...

Last updated on 11/24/2023