DR. OURIAN
Ariel J. Ourian, MD
Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Ourian is a top Beverly Hills plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breasts, and body including the popular mommy makeover, tummy tuck, and Brazilian Butt Lift. Dr. Ourian’s academic excellence led him to train at some of the top-ranked institutions in the country. Dr. Ourian completed his undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, and graduated Magna Cum Laude with Departmental Honors. He then attended medical school at the University of California, Irvine. He completed a 5-year residency in general surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, a teaching hospital of the acclaimed Weill Cornell Medical College.
Official Website of Dr. Ariel Ourian
This page serves as the official website for Dr. Ariel Ourian, a leading plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Ariel Ourian is a double-board certified surgeon, specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, breasts, and body, with a focus on procedures such as mommy makeovers, tummy tucks, liposuction, and Brazilian Butt Lifts. His extensive academic background and surgical expertise have earned him a reputation as a top surgeon in Beverly Hills and beyond.
It is important to distinguish Dr. Ariel Ourian from Dr. Simon Ourian, who is also a well-known figure in Beverly Hills but practices in the field of cosmetic dermatology. While Dr. Simon Ourian has gained widespread recognition for his work with celebrities and non-invasive cosmetic treatments like injectables and lasers, Dr. Ariel Ourian’s practice is centered on surgical procedures that provide long-term, transformative results. Dr. Simon Ourian is best known for non-surgical treatments and the development of technologies like Coolaser, while Dr. Ariel Ourian performs complex surgeries such as breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and body contouring.
Both doctors can be considered experts in their respective fields, but their focus and training differ significantly. This website provides official information about Dr. Ariel Ourian’s surgical practice and the procedures he offers, ensuring patients have accurate and reliable details about his qualifications and services.
Dr. Ourian trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the prestigious Houston Methodist Hospital Program in the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center in the world. Houston Methodist Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Texas and among the best in the United States according to U.S. News and World Report.
While in Houston, a city with a rich history in plastic surgery, Dr. Ourian trained with many well-renowned leaders in the field. He is a proud graduate of the program originally founded by distinguished plastic surgeons, Dr. Thomas Biggs and Dr. Thomas Cronin, both collaborators in the creation of the first silicone gel breast implant in 1962. In addition, Dr. Ourian also trained at Texas Children’s Hospital, the largest children’s hospital in the United States, during this time.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ourian is actively involved in teaching and research. He is the author of numerous journal articles and book chapters. He is also a member of numerous national and international plastic surgery organizations and societies. He is on the medical staff at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, ranked as the #6 hospital in the country by US News and World Report.
When not working with his patients, Dr. Ourian is known for his work with charitable organizations, including cleft lip and palate medical missions to third-world countries and assisting disadvantaged communities in the area.
EDUCATION
University of California, Irvine – School of Medicine
University of California, Los Angeles – Undergraduate
RESIDENCY
New York-Presbyterian / Weill Cornell Medical College – General Surgery Residency
FELLOWSHIPS
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center – Microsurgery & Advanced Reconstruction Fellowship
Houston Methodist Hospital – Plastic Surgery Fellowship
AFFILIATIONS
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center – Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
LICENSURE
California State Medical License
License #A152731
