Dr. Sean Satey, MD FACS

Dr. Sean Satey, an internationally recognized, board-certified general and fellowship trained cosmetic surgeon renowned for his peer-reviewed and scientifically published work. Dr. Satey brings unparalleled skill and dedication to every patient

Dr. Sean Satey: Your Cosmetic Surgeon

Credentials at a Glance

Origins of a Beverly Hills Cosmetic Surgeon

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Dr. Sean Satey has always been immersed in a world where art, architecture, and design shape daily life. He began his academic journey at UCLA before earning his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, a program known for its highly selective research track and leadership development. He served as the President of the Surgery Interest Group, and published numerous research studies.

Elite Surgical Training and Foundation

Dr. Satey completed a rigorous five-year general surgery residency at UC Riverside, training in trauma, critical care, and minimally invasive surgery. This intense environment built the foundation for his calm operative presence and meticulous attention to anatomical detail; qualities that later defined his aesthetic work. His residency years also included contributions to book chapters in vascular and robotic surgery, solidifying his academic and technical credibility.

Fellowship Under One of the Nation’s Most Respected Cosmetic Surgeons

To refine his aesthetic craft, Dr. Satey pursued advanced fellowship training in San Diego under the past-president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. This fellowship is reserved for top-performing surgeons nationwide and exposed him to the most advanced methods in high-definition body contouring, facial aesthetic surgery, and energy-based rejuvenation. It remains one of the defining phases of his surgical evolution.

Leadership Within the Cosmetic Surgery Community

Recognized early for his vision and influence, Dr. Satey joined the California Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Board of Trustees in 2021. He was recently nominated and elected to serve as the Academy’s 2026 President, marking him as the youngest surgeon to ascend to this level of statewide leadership. He created the Academy’s first Injectables Course, now one of the most successful educational programs in the organization’s history, shaping how future providers learn modern aesthetic techniques.

National Educator and Surgical Instructor

Dr. Satey is a national instructor for VASER and Renuvion technologies, where he trains surgeons in advanced liposculpting, energy-assisted skin tightening, and precision fat transfer. His expertise in revision surgery and high-definition body contouring has made him a sought-after advisor among surgeons aiming to elevate their results and expand their surgical vocabulary.

He has also led numerous VASER cadaver training courses and one on one peer to peer trainings, where he teaches the intricate, anatomy-driven techniques required for true high-definition liposuction. These immersive, hands-on courses have become some of the most respected training experiences in the field, allowing surgeons to learn directly under his guidance while mastering the nuances that define elite body contouring.

Mastery in High-Definition Body Contouring and Cosmetic Surgery

Patients seek out Dr. Satey for his refined, athletic, and natural aesthetic style. His surgical expertise includes high-definition VASER liposculpting, Renuvion skin tightening, abdominal etching, HD tummy tucks, breast augmentation and lifts, body lifts, Brazilian buttock lifts and fat transfer procedures. He also provides a full spectrum of facial procedures and advanced non-surgical treatments.

A Global Destination for Discretion, Artistry, and Transformative Care

Patients travel to Beverly Hills from across the United States and internationally specifically for Dr. Satey’s signature aesthetic. Known for his white-glove approach, calming confidence, and meticulous eye, he delivers a patient experience built on discretion, comfort, and exceptional surgical detail. His practices in Beverly Hills and Lancaster allow patients to access truly personalized, concierge-level care.

Surgical Philosophy and Signature Approach

Dr. Satey believes every patient has a natural silhouette that can be revealed, not created. His work is guided by the principle that the most beautiful outcomes are those that appear effortless and refined, with seamless harmony between anatomy, proportion, and movement.

His signature approach blends technical mastery, advanced technology, and artistic intuition. Each procedure is tailored, never templated, with an emphasis on achieving results that look sculpted yet natural, athletic yet timeless. From the first consultation to the final follow-up, Dr. Satey delivers an experience designed to feel exclusive, elevated, and deeply personal.

Personalized Consultation Options

Dr. Satey offers two seamless pathways for your aesthetic consultation. Patients who are local are invited to visit the Beverly Hills or Lancaster offices, where the experience is designed to feel private, elevated, and welcoming from the moment you arrive. For those coming from out of town, which now accounts for more than half of his patients, virtual consultations are available through whichever platform is most convenient, including Zoom, FaceTime, or WhatsApp. This allows patients from across the country and around the world to receive the same detailed, personalized evaluation and guidance before traveling for their procedure.