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Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD

(Dr. Kirk Anthony Churukian, MD)
Specializes in: Plastic Surgery
University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1986)
Professional interests include: eyelid lift, fat transfer, neck lift, and more.
300 Pasteur Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94304

Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD is a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA specializing in plastic surgery. He graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1986 and has 40 years of experience. Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital and Stanford Health Care.

View Doctor's Full Profile (650) 723-4000

Office Locations

1000 Welch Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 723-7001
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14830 Los Gatos Almaden Road Suite 300
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 358-7000
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14830 Los Gatos Boulevard Suite 300
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 358-7000
(408) 358-7005
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300 Pasteur Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(650) 723-4000
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Some issues Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2012 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 63
doctor visit 107
excision 37

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2013 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 110
doctor visit 161
excision 81
plastic surgery procedures 40
reconstructive surgery 40
tissue transfer 40
wound repair (e.g. stitches) 40

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 46
Female 51
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 51
Black 0
Hispanic 25
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 31
From 75 to 84 30
85 and over 20
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 12
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 52
Dementia 22
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2014 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 72
doctor visit 219
excision 31
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14
plastic surgery procedures 22
reconstructive surgery 22
tissue transfer 22
wound repair (e.g. stitches) 22

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 45
Female 61
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 64
Black 0
Hispanic 21
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 24
From 75 to 84 39
85 and over 27
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 47
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 25
Heart Failure 38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 48
Dementia 25
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2015 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 39
doctor visit 154
excision 39
hospital care 11
inpatient care 11

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 74
Female 72
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 96
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 24
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 58
From 75 to 84 36
85 and over 28
Less than 65 24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 48
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2016

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2017 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 77
doctor visit 122
excision 50
hospital care 16
inpatient care 16

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 47
Female 34
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 65
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 26
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 14
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2017

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 52
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 53
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 33
Heart Failure 33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 43
Dementia 20
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2018 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 29
doctor visit 128
excision 29
hospital care 14
inpatient care 14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 30
Female 37
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 50
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 20
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 22
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 34
Dementia 19
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2019 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 31
doctor visit 91
excision 31

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 35
Female 30
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 53
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 21
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2019

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 51
Asthma 20
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 25
Heart Failure 37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 42
Dementia 17
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 56

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 37
Female 24
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 44
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 22
From 75 to 84 18
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2020

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 44
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 46
Dementia 26
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2021 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 28
doctor visit 63
excision 28

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 25
Female 26
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 38
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 17
From 75 to 84 21
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2021

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 53
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 55
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 51
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 49
Dementia 22
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2022 were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 36
doctor visit 72
excision 23
hospital care 12
inpatient care 12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 37
Female 28
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 46
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 19
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 24
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 25
Ischemic Heart Disease 51
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 23
Atrial Fibrilation 43
Heart Failure 42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 43
Dementia 0
Cancer 25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA during 2023 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 30
hospital care 62
inpatient care 62

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 22
Female 28
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 37
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 13
85 and over 18
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2023

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 46
Depression 40
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 44
Heart Failure 30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 42
Dementia 34
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 40

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 23
Female 23
Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 20
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD in 2024

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 46
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 43
Heart Failure 28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 24
Diabetes 39
Dementia 24
Cancer 24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 53
doctor visit 103
excision 38
hospital care 21
inpatient care 21
plastic surgery procedures 31
reconstructive surgery 31
tissue transfer 31
wound repair (e.g. stitches) 31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD.

Gender
Male 32
Female 31
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 1
Non-Hispanic White 41
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 3
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 19
85 and over 10
Less than 65 5
65 to 74 19

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 2
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 37
Atrial Fibrillation 22
Dementia 16
Cancer 5

Education & Training

Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 1986. He completed residency at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (1986)

Residency: University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals (1992)

Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery (1999)

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Good Samaritan Hospital
Stanford Health Care

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.86 out of 5 stars based on 7 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Palo Alto, CA. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Inc. $3,554
$3,554
Allergan Inc. $2,841 NATRELLE
$1,998 		BOTOX COSMETIC
$211 		BOTOX
$5
$627
Sientra, Inc. $826 SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT
$429 		SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAT IMPLANT
$396
AbbVie Inc. $541 BOTOX
$276 		NATRELLE SALINE-FILLED BREAST IMPLANTS
$265
KLS Martin L.P. $419
$419
Other $1,741 BOTOX
$321 		MENTOR MemoryGel Resterilizable Gel Sizer
$310 		Apligraf
$197 		VAC THERAPY
$134 		Infection Management
$132 		Other
$647
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $7,237
Gift $1,854
Travel and Lodging $830

Research Payments

Dr. Kirk A. Churukian, MD has received 9 research payments totaling $400.

Biography

Dr. Kirk Churukian is a plastic surgery specialist. Dr. Churukian's average rating from his patients is 4.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Churukian include oculoplastic surgery, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), and cheek (mid-face) lift. After completing medical school at the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine, he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Louisville and a hospital affiliated with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He is conversant in Spanish. Dr. Churukian's hospital/clinic affiliations include Good Samaritan Hospital and Stanford Health Care.

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