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Featured in Beverly Hills Time Magazine
A Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery – Dr. Bruce Kadz’s artistic edge and eye for detail have him at the forefront of surgical innovation in the plastic surgery community.
Plastic surgery changes lives. Therefore, communication is key between physician and patient. With that in mind, Kadz takes the time to get to know his patients and their plastic surgery expectations – a crucial element when it comes to patient satisfaction.
A graduate of U.C.L.A. with a Medical Doctorate from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Kadz trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Miami and completed overseas training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Bristol, England. Years of specialized training and extensive international fellowships have landed Kadz on the pages of numerous “Best Doctor’s in America”.
A member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Laser and International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, Kadz is recognized by peers and patients alike for combining the highest quality of surgical knowledge and extensive hands-on cosmetic and reconstructive expertise.
Kadz feels communication between patient and surgeon is key for achieving realistic patient expectation and outstanding surgery results.
“It’s up to the surgeon to make sure that patients leave happy with their results. For that to happen – honest communication between patient and surgeon is essential,” states Kadz.
In addition to an extensive medical and surgical training, Kadz received a Business and Economics Degree from UCLA before starting his medical education.
“I was born into a conservative family. My mother was a stay at home wife and my father was a physician. I get my passion from my mother and my professionalism from my father. I take pride in my work and am available to my patients 24/7. One element I enjoy is seeing instant results. Also, I’m very good at hand-eye coordination – two major reasons why I chose Plastic Surgery for a profession and enjoy the work I do so much.”
Respect between a surgeon and his patient is crucial. What sets Kadz apart is his willingness to be up front and frank with his patients when it comes to realistic surgery expectations.
" I spend a great deal of time with patients prior to their surgery to make certain we are both clear about their expectations. I treat patients as if they were family… the same as if my mother or sister came to me asking for advice. This is who I am and it’s important to me ethically. I give each patient a frank and honest opinion and I will not do surgery or recommend a procedure if I believe they do not need it.”
Great surgery results translate to happy patients walking around singing the praises of their surgeon and recommending him to family and friends. Just as noteworthy are patients who are not thrilled with their results or their surgeon – a scenario neither surgeon or patient wants.
“When people receive surgery from me they are walking around with my stamp – so to speak. I don’t want to be known as the guy who did that! It’s crucial that my patients not only receive the result they hoped for, but leave knowing that I put forth my best effort to achieve that result.”
Kadz is very fond of the Spanish and Latin culture. He says that he finds its people warm, friendly and more laid back. That feeling accounts for the decision Kadz made to open his first Plastic Surgery office in Miami – where he still maintains an office and a beautiful home. Kadz flies there once a month to see his patients. Seven years ago he opened his Beverly Hills practice and now has numerous satellite offices throughout Southern California: Encino, Rancho Cucamonga, and Orange County.
Maintaining optimum health and staying at peak performance is essential for this successful bachelor who says that being physically fit affords him the stamina and endurance to stay focused in his demanding and sometimes grueling profession which can mean six hours or even longer in the OR completing a multi surgery procedure. When not in the operating room, he unwinds playing soccer or next best – basketball or volleyball.
Despite accomplishing all he has at such relatively young age, Kadz has no desire to stop his professional momentum even for a minute. Each day he strives to better himself on all levels, by perfecting his procedures and interjecting an innovative and cutting-edge approach to his craft.
“I’m always thinking how can I do better? I don’t really think about what I have already accomplished. I do head-to-toe makeovers and feel I do them as well as anyone. I am at my best with combined procedures: facial and body procedures together – and I’ve done many.”
When asked who he believes had the greatest influence on him and his artistic surgical edge with reconstruction and rejuvenation he refers to one of the true Masters of Plastic Surgery.
“Everything that I am as a person I got from my mother and father. Everything that I am as a Plastic Surgeon I got my Dr. Ralph Millard, who I trained under in Miami. Arguably one of the best Plastic Surgeons that has ever lived, he was a great mentor who I had the privilege of studying with during a six month fellowship program. I am very proud that I had the opportunity to know and work with him.”
Plastic surgery popularity is at an all time high. The stigma once attached to those wanting to improve their body image has melted away with their wrinkles and fat. Much credit goes to the current cue of television shows – especially the reality-based ones. We asked Dr. Kadz about his vision for himself and profession
“The older I get the more humble I become. My goal is to evolve into more of a people’s person. I believe if you do good by others they will do good by you. Sadly, I think that the personal touch in Plastic Surgery is becoming lost. It has become more about pushing a product. My greatest wish is to have more time with my patients and not feel rushed. I started this early… I was one of the youngest Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in the United States. I am hoping to be able to stop and smell the roses. Achieve a little more balance and not have to go a hundred miles an hour. That would be nice.”
