Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
95 Scripps Drive
Sacramento, CA 95825
Phone: (916) 929-1833
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wayne I. Yamahata, MD
8723 Sierra College Blvd
Granite Bay, CA 95746
Phone: (916) 773-5559
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Wayne Yamahata
A Sacramento Top Doctor winner and leading board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Wayne I. Yamahata’s expertise and caring approach come from decades of rigorous training and specialized plastic surgery experience. He possesses the skills and artistry to personalize every aesthetic procedure and help patients achieve noticeable yet naturally attractive results. In choosing Dr. Yamahata, you’re placing your trust in a plastic surgeon who values your safety and results as much as you do.
Discerning individuals looking for a plastic surgeon in Sacramento, Granite Bay, Roseville, Folsom, and surrounding Northern California communities trust Dr. Yamahata for exceptional care and results. Request a consultation with Dr. Yamahata or call his office in Sacramento at (916) 929-1833 or Granite Bay at (916) 773-5559.
“I enjoy working with patients who are having a treatment as an elective, personal choice instead of a medical necessity. It’s rewarding every day when patients come back to tell me how happy they are with the outcomes of their surgeries and how these changes have improved their lives.”
-Dr. Yamahata
Credentials at a Glance
Education
- Fellowship – University of California, Davis
- Plastic Surgery Residency – University of California, Davis
- General Surgery Residency – University of California, Davis
- Surgery Internship – University of California, Davis
- Doctor of Medicine – University of California, Davis
Select Professional Societies
- The American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- The Aesthetic Society
- American Medical Association
- California Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Sacramento Surgical Society
Credentials
- Board Certification – American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Board-Certification – American Board of Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Licensure
- State of California
- National Board of Medical Examiners
Appointments
- Multiple terms as Chief of Plastic Surgery for the Sutter Community Hospitals
- Multiple terms as Chief of Plastic Surgery for the Sutter/River City Health South Surgery Center
- Former President, Greater Sacramento Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Clinical Professor, Plastic Surgery, University of California, Davis
Awards/Honors
- Voted Sacramento Magazine Top Doctor Award Winner (2024 and previous years)
- Named a “Three Best Rated” Plastic Surgeon in Sacramento, CA
- Earned U.S. News & World Report “Health News Patient Top Choice”
- RealSelf Top Contributor
- “People Love Us on Yelp” Award Recipient
Advanced Training and Aesthetic Expertise
Before becoming an accomplished board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Yamahata grew up in Los Angeles and completed his undergraduate degree and graduate training at the University of Southern California. Next, Dr. Yamahata attended the highly respected UC Davis School of Medicine. Over 12 years, he completed his entire medical education, including obtaining his medical degree, participating in a rigorous general surgery internship and residency, and further honing his skills through advanced plastic surgery training. In addition, Dr. Yamahata completed a fellowship in clinical nutrition.
For additional details about Dr. Yamahata’s credentials, view his CV.
Areas of Special Clinical Interest
While his breadth of experience includes performing various plastic surgery and reconstructive procedures, Dr. Yamahata focuses his talents on aesthetic procedures, including:
He specializes in surgeries that call for an artistic eye and an individualized approach for tailored, natural-looking results.
Experience You Can Trust
Each year, Dr. Yamahata helps hundreds of patients through life-changing cosmetic surgeries. For example, every year:
- 200+ women trust him with their breast augmentations
- Approximately 70 people choose him for their tummy tucks
- An estimated 30 women opt for breast lift surgery with Dr. Yamahata
His impressive plastic surgery before and after photo gallery and favorable patient testimonials underscore why he is one of Sacramento’s most reputable and highly sought-after plastic surgeons.
Dr. Yamahata’s Patient-Centered Philosophy
Recognizing that the decision to pursue plastic surgery is a courageous and personal choice, Dr. Yamahata strives to honor each individual’s reasons for pursuing aesthetic enhancement. He believes that you are the expert in knowing what you want to change about your appearance, and he is the expert in knowing how to get you there.
Dr. Yamahata develops honest, open doctor-patient relationships in which he educates his patients and guides them to make decisions based on information, transparency, and realistic expectations. While other doctors might rush patients in and out, Dr. Yamahata values cultivating a human connection with every patient throughout their aesthetic journey.
Maintaining a Strong Work-Life Balance
Outside of the office and operating room, Dr. Yamahata prioritizes his family (and himself). He enjoys various types of exercise four days a week, such as resistance training, aerobics, and swimming. He also enjoys painting and sculpting.
Dr. Yamahata takes time out to read every day, balancing the professional with the personal by keeping up with the latest medical journals and enjoying eclectic genres, such as mysteries, historical fiction, biographies, and books about mathematics. While his “children” are now busy adults, they still enjoy quality time together a few times a week.
To learn even more about what distinguishes Dr. Yamahata from other Sacramento plastic surgeons, visit the Why Choose Dr. Yamahata page.
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