Plastic Surgeon Doctor Mark K. Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS

Name: Mark K. Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS
Last name: Markarian
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2004
Years experience: 19
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: Mark Markarian MD LLC
Address: 25 Walnut St.
Address suite: Ste. 400
Phone: (781) 399-0038
International phone number: +17813990038
City: Wellesley
State: Massachusetts
Zip Code: 02481
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Mark Markarian is a Harvard-trained plastic surgeon who’s considered one of the best cosmetic plastic surgeons in the Boston area. His primary office is in Wellesley, Massachusetts, but he also has satellite offices in Newburyport and Woburn, as well as in Warwick, Rhode Island. He performs all aspects of facial rejuvenation and body surgery but specializes in rhinoplasty (nose surgery), breast enhancement (breast augmentations, breast lifts, and breast reductions), breast revision (breast implant removal, breast implant replacement, and capsular contracture treatment), and tummy tucks (abdominoplasty).

In 16 years of practice, Dr. Markarian has received many honors, including RealSelf Top Doctor. “I’m committed to setting the highest standard of care, and to delivering the best patient education, safety, privacy, comfort, and surgical results,” says Dr. Markarian.

Dr. Markarian grew up overseas and relocated to Los Angeles when he was 10. He fluently speaks Armenian, Arabic, and Greek. His diverse background and personable nature allow him to easily connect with patients.

Educated at premier universities and medical schools, including the University of California, Irvine, Emory University, and Yale University, Dr. Markarian did his internship at Tufts University School of Medicine, a plastic surgery residency at Saint Louis University, and a fellowship in aesthetic plastic surgery at Harvard University.

He is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

RealSelf Q&A with Dr. Mark Markarian

RS: What sets you apart as a plastic surgeon?
MM: I have a lot of personality and energy, which allows me to make a genuine connection with patients. I’m very blessed to do what I do and really appreciate the opportunity I have. I took a circuitous route to get into plastic surgery—I originally wanted to go into pediatrics because I love kids. That energy carries over into the connection I make with patients, one that doesn’t stop once you leave the hospital or office. It’s lifelong and very special.

RS: What inspired you to become a plastic surgeon?
MM: Plastic surgery is the only surgical field where people see the finished product. All surgery makes an immediate impact, but here you’re held to another level of accountability. Millimeters count in a nose. A centimeter counts in a breast. People notice a little swelling or fullness. The meticulous nature of plastic surgery and how much of an impact it makes on someone’s life completely intrigues me.

RS: What’s a consultation with you like?
MM: COVID-19 has revolutionized my practice for the better. I do complimentary 30-minute video consultations at least once before I see patients in the office. I give them individualized attention, go over all the details of the surgery, and answer all their questions. When I see them for a follow-up, we’ve already established a connection.

RS: How would you describe your approach to plastic surgery?
MM: It’s very individualized. Not every breast, nose, or tummy looks the same when I’m done. It’s definitely about what the patient wants and their desired aesthetic outcome. My job is to guide them to something that I feel is realistic and safe, that will actually look good. If I don’t think a procedure is right for a patient, I let them know that too—and that’s something most patients respect and appreciate.
Consulting Fees: 0$
Consultation note: Please note that there will be a $250 virtual consultation fee for all Brazilian Butt Lift and Liposuction consultations.
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers:

Offer #1: Free Virtual Consultation
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: all the time
Detail: Dr. Markarian is now offering Complimentary Virtual Consultations to all new and existing patients.

Clinical Privileges:

Anna Jaques Hospital, North Shore Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess (Needham &
Milton), Emerson Hospital, Norwood Hospital

Mark K. Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS

Education:

Undergraduate: Biology and Criminology, University of California, Irvine
Graduate: MS, Public Health, Epidemiology, Emory University

Postdoc Training:

Internship: Public Health, Tufts University School of Medicine
Residency: Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis University
Fellowship: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Harvard University

GPS coordinates on map: 42.3257195,-71.2534077

Primary location:

Location name: Boston
State: MA
Country: US
Map point: 42.3589,-71.05780029

Treatments:

Abdominal Etching
African American Rhinoplasty
Areola Reduction Surgery
Arm Lift
Asian Rhinoplasty
Back Lift
Belly Button Surgery
Belotero
Biocorneum
Body Lift
Botox
Botox for Gummy Smile
Botox for Migraines
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reconstruction Revision
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Buccal Fat Removal
Butt Augmentation
Butt Lift
Calf Implant
Capsular Contracture Treatment
Cheek Augmentation
Cheek Lift
Chemical Peel
Chin Implant
Chin Liposuction
CoolSculpting
Dermal Fillers
Double Eyelid Surgery
Dysport
Ear Surgery
Earlobe Repair
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facelift Revision
Facial Reconstructive Surgery
Feminizing Top Surgery
Forehead Reduction
Genioplasty
Gynecomastia Surgery
Hair Loss Treatment
Hand Rejuvenation
Hyaluronidase
Inspira Breast Implants
Jaw Reduction
Juvederm
Kybella
Labia Puffing
Labiaplasty
Laser Hair Removal
Latisse
Lip Fillers
Lip Lift
Lipoma Removal
Liposculpture
Liposuction
Liposuction Revision
Liquid Facelift
Lower Facelift
Lumpectomy
MACS Facelift
Male Tummy Tuck
Masculinizing Top Surgery
Mentor Breast Implants
Mini Facelift
Mini Tummy Tuck
Mole Removal
Mommy Makeover
Monsplasty
Natrelle Breast Implants
Neck Lift
Nipple Surgery
Nonsurgical Facelift
Nonsurgical Neck Lift
Nonsurgical Nose Job
Panniculectomy
Pec Implants
Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
Ptosis Surgery
Radiesse
Restylane
Restylane Defyne
Restylane Lyft
Restylane Refyne
Restylane Silk
Revision Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Scar Removal
SculpSure
Septoplasty
Sientra Breast Implants
Skin Rejuvenation
Skin Tightening
Smart Lipo
SMAS Facelift
Strattice
Subcision
TCA Peel
Teeth Whitening
Thigh Lift
Transgender Facial Feminization Surgery
Tumescent Liposuction
Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck Revision
Umbilical Hernia Repair
Voluma
Xeomin

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.9
Profile views: 108058
Answer count: 1013
Review count: 268
1 star count: 5
2 star count: 1
4 star count: 1
5 star count: 100
Total star count: 107
Star rating: 4.5428266658075
Photo count last three months: 55
Photo and answer count last three months: 55
Lead count last three months: 150
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Nov 17, 2014
Profile modified: Jul 24, 2023
Profile photo modified: Jul 24, 2023
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Premier
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jul 26, 2023
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Boston, MA, US. GPS coordinates: 42.3589,-71.05780029
Chestnut Hill, MA, US. GPS coordinates: 42.3306,-71.16670227
Warwick, RI, US. GPS coordinates: 41.7033,-71.42420197

Latest ratings of treatments

Male Tummy Tuck (Feb 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Aug 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Aug 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Aug 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jun 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Mar 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (Jan 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Tummy Tuck (Jul 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Tummy Tuck (Jul 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Tummy Tuck (Jul 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Oct 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Removal (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Rhinoplasty (May 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Rhinoplasty (Sep 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Xeomin (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Reconstruction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Revision (Aug 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Reconstruction (Dec 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
FTM Chest Masculinization Surgery (Dec 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Male Tummy Tuck Prices

$8000 – Nov 26, 2018
$8000 – Nov 26, 2018
$8000 – Nov 26, 2018

Breast Augmentation Prices

$12500 – May 22, 2023
$8000 – Oct 29, 2019
$6000 – Feb 26, 2020
$9000 – Jul 29, 2020
$10500 – Mar 29, 2021
$11500 – Sep 27, 2022
$12500 – May 23, 2023
$12500 – May 22, 2023
$12500 – May 23, 2023
$12500 – May 23, 2023
$11497 – Sep 27, 2022
$11497 – Sep 27, 2022
$11497 – Sep 27, 2022
$11500 – Nov 30, -0001
$11500 – Aug 2022
$11500 – Aug 2022
$11500 – Aug 2022
$7000 – Mar 27, 2019
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$10500 – Apr 26, 2022
$10500 – Apr 26, 2022
$10500 – Apr 15, 2021
$10500 – Apr 15, 2021
$10500 – Mar 29, 2021
$10501 – Nov 2, 2020
$10501 – Nov 2, 2020
$10500 – Nov 2, 2020
$10500 – Mar 29, 2021
$10500 – Mar 29, 2021
$10500 – Mar 29, 2021
$9000 – Jul 29, 2020
$9000 – Jul 29, 2020
$6000 – Feb 26, 2020
$6000 – Feb 26, 2020
$6000 – Feb 26, 2020
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020
$6000 – Feb 26, 2020
$8000 – Oct 29, 2019
$8000 – Oct 29, 2019
$7000 – Mar 27, 2019

Rhinoplasty Prices

$13600 – Jan 16, 2023
$7000 – Sep 18, 2014 – Boston, MA
$12000 – Jul 20, 2020
$16000 – Jul 7, 2022
$16000 – Jul 7, 2022
$16000 – Jul 7, 2022
$18000 – Jun 2, 2023
$18000 – Jun 2, 2023
$18000 – Jun 2, 2023
$18000 – Jun 2, 2023
$19000 – Apr 1, 2023
$19000 – Apr 1, 2023
$19000 – Apr 1, 2023
$14000 – Sep 14, 2022
$13600 – Jan 16, 2023
$13600 – Jan 16, 2023
$15000 – Jun 29, 2022
$15000 – Jun 29, 2022
$15000 – Jun 29, 2022
$14000 – Sep 14, 2022
$14000 – Sep 14, 2022
$9000 – Jun 17, 2019 – Boston, MA
$12000 – Apr 30, 2021
$19000 – Mar 2, 2022
$12000 – Apr 30, 2021
$12000 – Apr 30, 2021
$12000 – Apr 30, 2021
$12000 – Apr 30, 2021
$19000 – Mar 2, 2022
$19000 – Mar 2, 2022
$12000 – Jun 18, 2021
$12000 – Jun 18, 2021
$12000 – Jun 18, 2021
$12000 – Apr 20, 2021
$12001 – Apr 20, 2021
$12000 – Oct 10, 2020
$12000 – Oct 10, 2020
$12000 – Oct 10, 2020
$12000 – Oct 10, 2020
$12000 – Jul 20, 2020
$12000 – Jul 20, 2020
$12000 – Jul 20, 2020
$7000 – Sep 18, 2014 – Boston, MA
$9000 – Jun 17, 2019 – Boston, MA
$9000 – Jun 17, 2019
$9000 – Jun 17, 2019
$9000 – Jun 17, 2019
$7000 – Sep 18, 2014 – Boston, MA

Tummy Tuck Prices

$14500 – Jul 14, 2020
$12500 – Sep 21, 2020
$16500 – Jun 23, 2021
$17000 – Feb 14, 2022
$9500 – Jan 8, 2020
$17000 – Feb 14, 2022
$17000 – Feb 14, 2022
$12500 – Sep 21, 2020
$8000 – Nov 26, 2018

Breast Implant Revision Prices

$7000 – Apr 10, 2019
$7000 – Apr 10, 2019

Breast Implants Prices

$9999 – May 19, 2021
$12500 – May 2, 2023
$12500 – May 2, 2023
$10500 – Apr 26, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$11500 – Jun 21, 2022
$10500 – Apr 26, 2022
$9999 – May 19, 2021
$10000 – May 19, 2021
$10000 – May 19, 2021
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020
$7 – Jan 21, 2016 – Wellesley, MA
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020
$9000 – Mar 4, 2020

Brazilian Butt Lift Prices

$250 – Oct 14, 2021
$250 – Oct 14, 2021
$250 – Oct 14, 2021

Breast Reduction Prices

$8000 – Mar 7, 2016 – Boston, MA

Liposuction Prices

$20000 – Mar 3, 2022
$20000 – Mar 3, 2022
$20000 – Mar 3, 2022

Tummy Tuck Revision Prices

$8000 – Sep 2023
$8000 – Aug 2021
$8000 – Jan 2019

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

$17500 – Oct 16, 2020
$17500 – Oct 16, 2020
$17500 – Oct 16, 2020
$17500 – Oct 16, 2020
$17500 – Oct 16, 2020

Botox Prices

$200 – Jan 4, 2019
$700 – Jan 3, 2020
$700 – Jan 3, 2020
$700 – Jan 3, 2020
$700 – Jan 3, 2020
$200 – Jan 4, 2019
$200 – Jan 4, 2019
$200 – Jan 4, 2019
$600 – Nov 4, 2014 – Newburyport, MA

Revision Rhinoplasty Prices

$13000 – Jan 17, 2019
$13000 – Jan 17, 2019
$13000 – Jan 17, 2019

Umbilical Hernia Repair Prices

$16000 – Sep 27, 2021
$16000 – Sep 27, 2021
$16000 – Sep 27, 2021

Practice Locations

Name & Website

Plastic Surgery of Boston, https://plasticsurgeryofboston.com/

Address

25 Walnut St.Ste. 400, Wellesley, Massachusetts, US, 02481 (GPS coordinates: 42.3257338,-71.253362)

Phone

(855) 201-9044

Working Hours

Created / Modified

Mar 16, 2020 / Dec 16, 2022

Special Offers

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Treatments

Free Virtual Consultation
Dec 14, 2022 /
May 17, 2033

Dr. Markarian is now offering Complimentary Virtual Consultations to all new and existing patients.

Any treatment

Doctor's answers

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How should I go about asking a doctor to give me features from my old nose? Is it rea

Revision Rhinoplasty -- tip
Mar 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. Although an exam in person is ideal, from your photographs alone it appears that you can benefit from a subtle tip refinement to improve the deviation and crookedness at the tip. The bridge does not appear significantly larger as you alluded.
A septal reset may improve your nasal tip if the septum is contributing to the asymmetry and crookedness. If the lower lateral cartilages are indeed deviated, then further tip modification and soft tissue...

Rhinoplasty after septoplasty turbinate reduction surgery - is a rib cartilage graft

Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. I do agree that an alternate source for cartilage is necessary once you've had a septoplasty and your septal cartilage can no longer be harvested. However, I would much rather utilize a donor/cadaver cartilage graft instead of making an incision along your chest to harvest rib cartilage with a subsequent risk of injury to your lung. I commonly utilize MTF (Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation) cartilage for all my revision rhinoplasties and/or...

What will happen if I get a DCF rhinoplasty without undergoing dorsal hump reduction?

Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. It is difficult to answer your question without a photograph or an in-person examination. However, if you are considering camouflaging a dorsal hump with augmentation from diced cartilage and temporalis fascia (DCF), you can likely accomplish the same thing with nasal fillers. I don't suggest this as your nose will be augmented overall (made bigger) to camouflage the hump. Moreover, I tend to avoid temporalis fascia harvesting as this may cause...

About how thick do surgeons typically leave a septum when performing a septorhinoplas

Rhinoplasty & Septoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. The septum thickness in unchanged during a septoplasty.
A dorsal and caudal component of the cartilage has to be maintained, however, to optimize stability and structure of the nose profile -- this is called an L-strut and should be about 1.5cm wide along the dorsal and caudal aspect of the septum. I am unsure about the bending sensation/pressure you're experiencing as you lean your head to the side -- you may have some residual congestion or sinus...

Rhinoplasty with nostril tuck - Will this help me achieve my goal of a smaller, narro

Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Please refer to my previous answer regarding nose narrowing and tip deprojection -- the tip deprojection will improve the nostril appearance as the skin re-drapes around the modified cartilage framework of the tip as it is deprojected. Essentially, the skin envelope contracts around the deprojected tip cartilage, in essence making the nostrils smaller and optimizing symmetry.

For more information on rhinoplasty, please refer to my link below.

Good luck.

Mark K Markarian, MD, MSPH,...

Is this nasal bossae and what options do I have to correct it?

Revision Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. Although an exam in person is ideal, from your photograph alone, it appears that you have a subtle prominence along the medial crura of your lower lateral cartilage. This can be readily improved with a revision tip rhinoplasty where the protruding element can be excised and some fairly straightforward adjustments can be made to improve the appearance.
This may potentially also be done under local anesthesia. The modification of your nasal cartilage...

Would an ultrasonic rhinoplasty help me achieve a more narrow nose with smaller nostr

Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. Although an exam in person is ideal, from your photographs alone it appears that you can benefit from a rhinoplasty -- ultrasonic or otherwise. Traditional osteotomies can narrow your nose and would not require an ultrasonic device. While your dorsum does not appear to have a significant hump, I would suggest a tip rhinoplasty where the nasal tip cartilage is modified for a more refined, feminine look as stated in your question. Specifically, I...

Nose looks larger after weight loss - would I benefit from a rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. It is not uncommon for your nose to appear more prominent after weight loss and deflation of your facial volume. Although an exam in person is ideal, from your photographs alone it appears that you can benefit from a subtle dorsal hump reduction and a tip rhinoplasty where the nasal tip cartilage is modified for a more refined, feminine look as stated in your question. The modification of your nasal cartilage can be done with trimming, stitching or...

Should I get rhinoplasty and chin implant at same time?

Rhinoplasty and Chin implants
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. It is ideal to perform both a rhinoplasty and chin implant at the simultaneously to save time, minimize the general anesthesia risk from two different procedures, and to optimize the nose-lip-chin aesthetic at one surgery.

The next step for you is to find the right aesthetic plastic surgeon. In your rhinoplasty consultation, be sure your surgeon addresses all your aesthetic goals and concerns specifically, and discusses the surgery details...

Will dissolving nose filler placed 1 yr post rhinoplasty cause changes or can it be r

Rhinoplasty and Fillers
Feb 3, 2023

Hello and thank you for your question. Dissolving filler is unlikely to affect/disrupt the osseo-cartilaginous (the bone and cartilage) framework of your rhinoplasty. Once your filler is dissolved, your nose appearance will likely be similar to what it was before the filler was injected.

For more information on rhinoplasty, please refer to my link below.

Good luck.

Mark K Markarian, MD, MSPH, FACS
Harvard-trained Board Certified Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon

7 month post op swelling. Will this get better or not?