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Karen M. Horton, MD, MSc, FACS, FRCSC
Dr. Karen Horton is Internationally Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. Specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for women. Based in San Francisco, Dr. Horton focuses on providing her patients with meticulous attention to detail, individualized care, exceptional surgical results, in a warm, welcoming environment. Her practice is centered on providing beautiful, natural and long-lasting results.
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Meet Dr. Karen Horton
Dr. Karen Horton is an internationally Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco. She earned her medical degree from the University of Toronto, and she has been extensively trained in general Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery from the University of Manitoba and California Pacific Medical Center. Dr. Horton has a special interest in breast cancer reconstruction procedures, and has had Fellowship training in sophisticated microsurgery techniques. She is an expert at the Mommy Makeover spectrum of procedures and additionally, she performs many advanced surgical procedures, such as breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, labiaplasty, tummy tuck, liposuction, facelift, brow lift, neck liftand mommy makeover treatments. Dr. Horton also offers a variety of non-invasive rejuvenation options, including BOTOX® Cosmetic, chemical peels, and injectable dermal fillers.
Dr. Horton and her entire staff are committed to providing individualized, high-quality care in a warm and welcoming environment. She strives to combine her artistic abilities, meticulous surgical technique, and genuine compassion to help patients attain beautiful, natural-looking results. Our practice philosophy is to educate, inform, and empower all of our patients to make the best possible decisions for cosmetic enhancement. In order to reach that goal, Dr. Horton is committed to comprehensive consultations with each of her patients to answer any of their questions and address all concerns.
Dr. Horton has won a number of research awards and has been published in a variety of respected medical publications. She has also made presentations internationally on dozens of topics related to breast surgery, cosmetic surgery, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Horton is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is a Fellow in both the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, as well as an active member of many other prestigious medical organizations.
Your Consultation
Dr. Horton aims to develop an intimate and strong connection with her patients from the very beginning of this process. Since plastic surgery can be both exciting and nerve-racking, her entire all-woman team helps you feel as comfortable, safe, well-cared-for and relaxed as possible.
In your personal and private consultation with Dr. Horton, she will review your medical history, explore why you are seeking surgery, and discover your specific aesthetic goals. Dr. Horton suggests bringing a list of questions and a friend or family member with you as your “extra pair of ears.” She will detail which procedures can help you best reach your cosmetic goals, thoroughly explain all the risks, complications and downtime associated with these procedures, and answer any and all questions you have. You will also have the opportunity to review before-and-after photos of what you can expect from your desired procedures.
Dr. Horton will offer a list of references to you of previous patients of ours who have volunteered to share their experiences. She will encourage you to reach out to these patients to get a better idea of what to expect from your procedure. Dr. Horton aims to do everything possible to help you make the best decision for yourself and to help you establish realistic expectations. She wants you to be educated, informed, and empowered before moving forward with your decision.
Facilities
Dr. Horton performs surgical procedures onsite in her on-site San Francisco Plastic Surgery Center, a state-of-the-art, AAAASF-Certified operating room. This facility has proven its commitment to optimal patient safety and standardization of care by achieving accreditation from QUAD A. She also has operating and admitting privileges at hospitals in San Francisco.
Patient Testimonials
Please see Dr. Horton's professional website for her patient testimonials: https://www.drkarenhorton.com/testimonials/
Procedures Performed
Aesthetic Genital Plastic Surgery
Arm Lift
Body Contouring
Body Lift
Botulinum Toxin
Breast Augmentation
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Lift
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reduction
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser Treatments
Dermal Fillers
Ear Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Free Flap Breast Reconstruction
Laser Skin Resurfacing
Lip Augmentation/Enhancement
Liposuction
Male Breast Reduction
Male Chest Implants
Microdermabrasion
Microsurgery
Mommy Makeover
Neck Lift
Nonsurgical Fat Reduction
Retin-A Treatments
Scar Revision
Thigh Lift
Tummy Tuck
Ask a Surgeon
Dr. Karen Horton participates in the ASPS Ask A Surgeon service. View responses to public questions below.
Payment Options
- Cash or Personal Checks
- Patient Financing
- PPO plans - Anthem Blue Cross and United Health Care
Our Location
San Francisco Office
Suite 520, 2100 Webster Street
San Francisco,
CA
94115
Our Office Hours
The office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. On-call and emergency service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Patient Testimonials
Please see Dr. Horton's professional website for her patient testimonials: https://www.drkarenhorton.com/testimonials/