234 reviews
Douglas Sunde, MD
Douglas Sunde, MD, FACS is a board certified plastic surgeon. He grew up in a suburb of Chicago and was an Eagle Scout, National Merit Scholar and valedictorian of his high school graduation class. He subsequently attended Stanford University, where he graduated with distinction. Dr. Sunde attended medical school at the University of California, San Francisco, and graduated as a member of the honor society AOA.
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What patients say
Patients consistently praise Dr. Douglas Sunde and his outstanding team for delivering exceptional, compassionate, and highly professional care. Dr. Douglas Sunde is celebrated as a meticulous, honest, and knowledgeable surgeon who thoroughly explains procedures, answers questions without rushing, and sets realistic expectations. His phenomenal, attentive aftercare—which includes thoughtful... Read More
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4.8
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4.8
Value for Price
5.0
Care & Concern
5.0
Admin Staff
4.9
Likelihood to Recommend
5.0
Medical Team
4.9
Facilities & Amenities
4.9
Likelihood to Return
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Patients consistently praise Dr. Douglas Sunde and his outstanding team for delivering exceptional, compassionate, and highly professional care. Dr. Douglas Sunde is celebrated as a meticulous, honest, and knowledgeable surgeon who thoroughly explains procedures, answers questions without rushing, and sets realistic expectations. His phenomenal, attentive aftercare—which includes thoughtful home visits—and warm bedside manner leave patients feeling completely supported. The friendly, reassuring office staff make patients feel like family. Ultimately, patients are thrilled with their natural, refined, and refreshed results, wholeheartedly recommending Dr. Douglas Sunde for his life-changing, unsurpassed expertise.
Verified Patient Reviews for Douglas Sunde, MD
Dr. Sunde and his staff are excellent. The office runs like a well oiled machine. Dr. Sunde has a calm demeanor, very professional and is a brilliant surgeon. I healed up quickly and am so happy with the results.
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5.0
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Dr. Sunde is amazing! He's a perfectionist with tremendous attention to detail, follow through and patient care. Every step of the way he kept me informed, answered all my questions and provided next step instructions. The results are beyond anything I ever expected!! I don't recall ever having a doctor who delivered such perfect results with such patient concern and kindness. Dr. Sunde's staff is also wonderful -- They are caring, thoughtful and follow through on everything.
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Value for Price
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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4.0
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5.0
Value for Price
4.9
Care & Concern
5.0
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5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
4.8
Medical Team
4.3
Facilities & Amenities
5.0
Likelihood to Return
Doug did a great job of managing my expectations and preparing me for this procedure. His work is unparalleled. His follow up is at the highest level. What I love most about working with Dr. Sunde is that he recognizes my desire not to change what I look like. I still feel like myself - just a little fresher.
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Care & Concern
5.0
Admin Staff
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5.0
Medical Team
5.0
Facilities & Amenities
5.0
Likelihood to Return
Dr. Sunde provides a sense of competence & experience & was thorough in his explanation of the procedure, risks & outcome.
5.0
Bedside Manner
2.0
Wait Time
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Care & Concern
4.7
Admin Staff
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5.0
Medical Team
4.0
Likelihood to Return
Dr Sunde took alot of time with me and answered my questions
5.0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Wait Time
5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Care & Concern
5.0
Admin Staff
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
5.0
Medical Team
5.0
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I could not have been more pleased with my experience with Dr. Sunde and his outstanding team. Deciding to undergo elective cosmetic surgery is a significant decision. Throughout the entire process, I received exceptional care, compassion, professionalism, and kindness from Dr. Sunde and his staff. Dr. Sunde is meticulous and deeply committed to achieving the best possible outcome for his patients. His dedication to his patients is extraordinary. After a long day of surgery, he came to my home that evening to check on me personally—a gesture that speaks volumes about how deeply he cares for his patients. I could not be more pleased with my results, which have given me a renewed sense of confidence, both personally and professionally. Dr. Sunde has an exceptionally natural aesthetic. In fact, when family members told me I looked great just a month after the procedure, they were genuinely shocked to learn that I had undergone a face and neck lift. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been in Dr. Sunde’s care. I look forward to my follow-up visits, and Dr. Sunde and his wonderful team, including Maureen, have truly made me feel like part of the family. To anyone considering cosmetic surgery, I recommend Dr. Sunde without hesitation—he is an exceptional surgeon.
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5.0
Value for Price
5.0
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Dr. Sunde was not only knowledgeable and professional, he was kind.
5.0
Bedside Manner
5.0
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5.0
Value for Price
5.0
Care & Concern
5.0
Admin Staff
5.0
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5.0
Medical Team
5.0
Likelihood to Return
Put me at ease. Explained how it is performed and what to expect. I have it scheduled for next month. Dr Sundae was highly recommended by some friends.
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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About Douglas Sunde, MD
Douglas Sunde, MD, FACS is a board certified plastic surgeon. He grew up in a suburb of Chicago and was an Eagle Scout, National Merit Scholar and valedictorian of his high school graduation class. He subsequently attended Stanford University, where he graduated with distinction. Dr. Sunde attended medical school at the University of California, San Francisco, and graduated as a member of the honor society AOA.
Dr. Sunde did his general and plastic surgery residency at Stanford University and performed additional fellowship level training in cosmetic surgery, hand, and microsurgery. Dr. Sunde began his private practice in Monterey, California, in 1994. He is an assistant clinical professor at Stanford University. Dr. Sunde has published in peer review journals and has made presentations both locally and nationally.
He is a member of the California Medical Society, California Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Professional Memberships
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
California Society of Plastic Surgeons
California Medical Society
Board Certifications
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Education
Undergraduate Degree: Stanford University (graduated with distinction)
Medical Degree (MD): University of California, San Francisco
General Surgery Residency: Stanford University
Plastic Surgery Residency: Stanford University
Fellowship-Level Training: Cosmetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Microsurgery