Michael V. Elam, M.D. is a renowned cosmetic surgeon who has reshaped the faces and bodies of thousands of satisfied patients. Dr. Elam began his practice Newport Beach, California in 1986.

Dr. Elam graduated from Louisiana State University Medical School in 1974 and completed his surgical training at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. He has gained national attention through television appearances on “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous,” “Merv Griffin Show,” “AM Los Angeles,” “20/20” and “The Wellness Hour.” Dr. Elam is well known for his many articles which have appeared in “Cosmopolitan,” “Harpers Bazaar,” ”Marie Claire,” “Orange County Health,” “People,” “Riviera,” “Redbook” and many more.

Dr. Elam has been featured multiple times on “The Real Housewives of Orange County” providing surgical and non –surgical services to the housewives and their children. In 2012 Dr. Elam was awarded a compassionate doctor award from vitals.com. He is also a top doctor on realself with hundreds of five star patient reviews.