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Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD

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Specializes in: Plastic Surgery

University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (2003)

Professional interests include: facial cosmetic surgery, breast surgery, breast reduction, and more.

1808 Verdugo Boulevard Suite 209 Suite 209
Glendale, CA 91208

(818) 952-9700

Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD is a plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, CA specializing in plastic surgery. She graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD is affiliated with Huntington Health, USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC and USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP - PLASTIC SURGERY.

Office Locations

Address:

1520 San Pablo Street Suite 6200
Los Angeles, CA 90033

Address:

1808 Verdugo Boulevard Suite 209 Suite 209
Glendale, CA 91208

Address:

Los Angeles, CA 90033

Some issues Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD can help you with:

Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.

There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.

Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:

Immediate reconstruction rebuilds the breast right after mastectomy. This method is not recommended if additional chemotherapy or radiation is needed after surgery.
Delayed reconstruction occurs after chemotherapy or radiation has been given. These treatments may decrease the volume or alter the color of the reconstructed breast, so they should be completed before the breast is rebuilt. This type of reconstruction may happen weeks, months, or even years after mastectomy.
Staged reconstruction splits the reconstructive process into two parts. The first part inserts temporary expanders to stretch the skin and is done immediately after breast removal surgery. The second part replaces the expanders with implants after chemotherapy or radiation treatments have been given.

Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.

Cosmetic Breast Surgery

When a woman is dissatisfied with the appearance of her breasts, she may consider cosmetic breast surgery. Lack of tissue, sagging due to breastfeeding, and deformities present at birth are some of the most common reasons why women may choose to surgically enhance their breasts. Breast augmentation and breast lift are the most frequently performed cosmetic procedures on the breast.

In breast augmentation, enlargement of the breast is accomplished using either implants or the patient's own fat. Implants are clear shells that may be filled with saltwater solution or silicone. They come in varying sizes and shapes. There are different approaches to placing the implant as well. Incision locations can be:

Peri-areolar, or around the outline of the areola.
Inframammary, or along the crease of the breast.
Transaxillary, or through the armpit.
Transumbilical, or through the belly button.

The patient and surgeon will discuss the patient's needs, preferences, and limitations to determine the type of implant and incision to use.

Using one's own fat for breast enlargement starts with a procedure called liposuction, which is the removal of excess fat from other parts of the body. After the fat is collected, it is rid of impurities and then injected into the breast. This option suits those who do not wish to have foreign materials placed inside their bodies.

Deformities such as tubular breasts may also be corrected using breast augmentation. Tubular breasts are characterized by small, droopy breasts and a narrow base. Aside from placement of an implant, the surgeon cuts the breast tissue to release the tightness and make the base wider.

Breast implants are not lifelong devices. They may rupture or may develop capsular contracture, which is the hardening of scar tissue around the implant. If these complications occur, another surgery may be required to replace or remove the implants.

While a breast augmentation enlarges the breast, a breast lift, also called mastopexy, raises the breast by repositioning the nipple and removing excess skin. Breast lifts can be done using three techniques. If there is only a small amount of sagging, removal of excess skin around the outline of the areola may accomplish the desired result. This technique is called a doughnut lift. If the nipples are just at or slightly below the level of the breast fold, a surgeon may recommend a lollipop lift. This type of lift involves a doughnut lift and a vertical incision from the bottom edge of the areola to the crease. If there is a lot of excess skin, a surgeon may recommend an anchor lift. This technique is similar to the lollipop lift, but it also involves a crescent-shaped incision along the breast fold to be able to remove more excess skin. Sometimes loss of breast volume accompanies sagging. If this is the case, an augmentation can be performed in combination with the lift procedure.

Because nerves around the nipple are cut during surgery and need time to heal, temporary loss of sensation in this area is common after having a breast lift. Sensation is usually regained after several weeks to a few months. Although uncommon, loss of sensation may also be permanent, especially if a significant amount of tissue around the nipple was removed.

Both breast augmentation and breast lift are typically done in an outpatient facility and do not require a hospital stay. Following surgery, patients should apply a cold compress over their breasts for the first 24 hours and keep their upper body elevated -- even during sleep -- for the first few days. Patients are also given a special type of bra to wear while recovering. Using cold compresses, staying elevated, and wearing the special bra help to minimize swelling and pain. Strenuous activities like running and working out should be avoided for four to six weeks, but light exercise may be started about one week after a breast augmentation procedure.

doctor visit	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	66

breast procedures	25
cosmetic treatments	16
doctor visit	54
plastic surgery procedures	26
reconstructive surgery	26
revision surgery	16

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	31
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	75

breast procedures	25
cosmetic treatments	12
doctor visit	34
plastic surgery procedures	11
reconstructive surgery	11
removal of internal scar tissue	14
revision surgery	12

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	70
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	69

breast procedures	8
doctor visit	52
removal of internal scar tissue	10

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	35
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	61

doctor visit	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	45
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	70

doctor visit	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	34
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	55

doctor visit	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	44
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	11
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	55

doctor visit	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	27
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
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	68

doctor visit	76

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD treated as a plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, CA were breast procedures, reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery procedures and revision surgery.

breast procedures	20
cosmetic treatments	14
doctor visit	55
plastic surgery procedures	19
reconstructive surgery	19
removal of internal scar tissue	12
revision surgery	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	4

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	33
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	2
85 and over	0
Less than 65	3
65 to 74	28

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD treated were cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol and depression.

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	4
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	9
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Cancer	51
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2003. She is certified by the Board Certification: Plastic Surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (2003)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Plastic Surgery

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Regina Yun Baker, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Huntington Health

USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC

USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP - PLASTIC SURGERY

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Allergan Inc.	$4,088 NATRELLE $3,965	AlloDerm $123
KCI USA, Inc	$926 $926
St. Jude Medical, Inc.	$530 Structural Heart $530
Medtronic Vascular, Inc.	$499 Heart Valves $335	Mosaic $163
Boston Scientific Corporation	$185 Varithena Administration Pack $167	BodyGuardian $18
Other	$768 AlloDerm $126	OviTex Reinforced Bioscaffold With Permanent Polymer (OviTex) $125	Epic Stented Tissue Valve $122	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAT IMPLANT $100	SIENTRA HIGH STRENGTH COHESIVE SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANT $66	Other $228

**Types of Payments**
Gift	$3,965
Food and Beverage	$2,230
Consulting Fee	$800

Biography

Dr. Regina Baker works as a plastic surgery. Her areas of expertise include the following: cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring, and breast reconstruction. She is professionally affiliated with Huntington Health. Dr. Baker graduated from the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine.

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