Dr. Truesdale has cared for patients who’ve traveled from across the globe. A small selection of the countries our out-of-town patients have come from:
“Some of the patients I am most proud to have cared for flew from across the country — or across the world — to be here. They came because they found, after an exhaustive search, that the surgeon they wanted was in Beverly Hills. We honor that commitment by making every logistical detail as seamless as possible, and by maintaining the same standard of personal care for out-of-town patients that our local patients receive. A virtual consultation with me is not a screening call with a coordinator — it is time with me personally before you ever book a flight.”
The out-of-town patient journey
Contact the Office
Speak with Your Patient Care Coordinator
Have Your Virtual Consultation with Dr. Truesdale
Meet Dr. Truesdale In Person & Confirm the Surgical Plan
Undergo Surgery & Begin Recovery
Follow Up Remotely with Dr. Truesdale
Your out-of-town journey, in detail
Each phase of the process — from your first call to your final follow-up — explained in full.
Contact the Office
Reach out by phone at (424) 363-4112, by WhatsApp at (424) 363-4112 — recommended for international patients — by email at contact@doctortruesdale.com, or through the request form below. Tell us where you’re located, what you’re considering, and the best way to reach you. Our team responds to every inquiry within one business day.
Speak with Your Patient Care Coordinator
Speak with the personal patient care coordinator (PCC) assigned to your case — she becomes your direct contact for the entire journey. Share your goals, send initial photographs, and receive your first information on procedures, pricing, and surgical timelines, all before your formal virtual consultation. Your PCC will also provide standardized photo guidelines so Dr. Truesdale can conduct a meaningful facial analysis ahead of your video call.
Have Your Virtual Consultation with Dr. Truesdale
Meet Dr. Truesdale by video for your formal consultation — never a coordinator or nurse practitioner. He reviews your photographs, discusses your anatomy and goals, provides his candid assessment of what is achievable, and answers every question. Digital imaging can be demonstrated live during the call for rhinoplasty consultations. By the end, you’ll know exactly where you stand — all before you book a flight.
Meet Dr. Truesdale In Person & Confirm the Surgical Plan
Visit Beverly Hills for one in-person consultation — the day before surgery — to undergo standardized clinical photographs, digital imaging, medical clearance, and final surgical planning with Dr. Truesdale. Our coordinator helps with every logistical detail: hotel recommendations near 150 S. Rodeo Drive, transportation, and pre-operative requirements. Nothing is left for you to figure out alone.
Undergo Surgery & Begin Recovery
Have your surgery performed at our AAAHC-accredited True Surgical Center under the care of a board-certified anesthesiologist. Plan on 5–10 days of local recovery in Beverly Hills, depending on the procedure, with private post-operative nursing care available for the first 24–48 hours. Dr. Truesdale personally clears you for travel before you depart for home.
Follow Up Remotely with Dr. Truesdale
Continue your recovery from home with all subsequent follow-up appointments conducted virtually. Dr. Truesdale remains your direct point of contact for any questions, concerns, or check-ins throughout your entire recovery — regardless of where in the world you are. Your PCC remains available alongside him.
Getting the most from your virtual consultation
How long to stay in Beverly Hills after your procedure
Arrive the day before surgery. If you'd like to meet Dr. Truesdale before surgery, you can come a few days early — or sometimes see him the day before; coordinate with your patient care coordinator.
Plan to arrive at least a day before surgery and to be here for 7 to 10 days; we'll confirm the right length of stay for your surgery. Please stay within 20 minutes of our office, even in heavy traffic: one of our preferred hotels, or Luxe Serenity Aftercare, which we can help you book. Your hotel and travel arrangements, and their costs, are your responsibility. You'll come back to the office on Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3: our physician assistant removes your hemostatic net on Day 2 and your drains on Day 3 (for men, drains usually come out on Day 5); Dr. Truesdale removes your sutures on Day 7.
Plan on about a week. Dr. Truesdale removes your cast and sutures on Day 5, and you are cleared to fly once the cast is off. A Day 5 that falls on a weekend moves to Monday.
Plan on about a week. Dr. Truesdale removes your sutures on Day 5; most patients fly home that day or the next.
There are no sutures to remove — you can fly the same day or the next day.
Plan on about a week. Most patients stay 7 to 9 days so we can see them at their post-op visits, and fly home after their Day 7 visit.
“Recovery is part of the result — and where you do it matters. We have established hotel partnerships in close proximity to the practice, and our team can help with booking, transportation, and any aftercare support our patients need: private nursing, lymphatic therapy, even a quiet companion if family can’t travel. Beverly Hills itself is a beautiful place to heal — mild weather year-round, walkable streets, and the kind of calm that genuinely accelerates recovery. Many of my patients tell me afterward that the days here were the most restorative part of the entire process.”
Hear from patients who traveled to Beverly Hills
Real, verified Google reviews from patients who chose Dr. Truesdale over surgeons closer to home.
“Make your appointment ASAP! ‘Thank you’ will never be enough. Dr. Truesdale is 1 of 1 — by far the best plastic surgeon I have ever met. His surgical skills are elite; he’s an artist with an extraordinary talent to see and enhance your beauty. To travel here from a great distance to address my multiple issues was the best decision I could have made. I look and feel like a superstar!”
“I consulted with several plastic surgeons that were closer to me and less money. For me, it wasn’t about the money — it was about the doctor. Dr. Truesdale is simply the best at what he does, period. I believe his artistic talents give him an advantage as well. I would recommend him 100% — this was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Very satisfied!”
“I am so fortunate to have stumbled across Dr. Truesdale via social media. From the moment I laid eyes on his amazing results, I knew I needed to pay him a visit. I am overjoyed with my results and the entire process. Dr. Truesdale was very patient with explaining the entire procedure and answered all of my questions. The staff are always welcoming and greet me with smiles. I will continue to recommend this office to anyone who will listen.”
“Dr. Truesdale and his staff provide an exceptional healthcare experience that truly stands out. From the moment you step into his office, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and professional. Dr. Truesdale is not only knowledgeable but deeply compassionate, taking the time to listen and ensure that you feel heard. A special mention for Maria, a shining star on his team — she goes above and beyond, with grace and attentiveness that truly sets her apart.”
“Dr. Truesdale answered all my questions and concerns with honesty and I left the office feeling confident. I travel from New York to see him. Dr. Truesdale is the best in the business! The office team is a pleasure and so kind.”
“I flew across the country for my consultation and surgery, and from start to finish the experience exceeded every expectation. The virtual consultation with Dr. Truesdale himself made me feel completely confident before I ever booked my flight. The coordinator helped with everything — hotel, transportation, even meal recommendations near the office. The recovery in Beverly Hills was actually peaceful. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat.”
Book your virtual consultation
For out-of-town patients, every journey begins with a virtual consultation with Dr. Truesdale personally. The consultation is $750, fully credited toward your procedure if you proceed. No travel required until you are ready. We respond same-day, Monday-Friday.
Book a Surgical Discovery Call online
After clicking the booking link, select “new patient” under Schedule Your Appointment and fill out the form to see our current availability for a Surgical Discovery Call with a Patient Care Coordinator and book immediately. Call us (424) 363-4112 for additional appointment times and information.All times are based on Los Angeles, Pacific Time (PT).
Book Discovery Call →Out-of-town patient FAQ
Virtual consultations are $750 — fully credited toward your procedure if you proceed. The consultation is conducted personally by Dr. Truesdale, not a coordinator. In-person consultations are also $750, credited toward your procedure on the same terms.
Your patient care coordinator (PCC) will give you a range based on the procedure and the complexity from your photographs. A precise, final quote is provided by your PCC after your consultation with Dr. Truesdale.
It is a meaningful and valuable first step — but it is not a substitute for an in-person evaluation. Photographs provide good information but do not convey skin quality, tissue thickness, or three-dimensional anatomy the way a live examination does. Dr. Truesdale is candid about what he can and cannot assess virtually, and recommends in-person consultation before committing to any surgical procedure.
If Dr. Truesdale believes he is the right surgeon for your goals, and you decide to proceed, our coordinator contacts you to schedule your in-person consultation and surgery. We ask every patient to arrive in Beverly Hills the day before surgery for the formal in-person consultation and pre-operative appointment. The virtual consultation eliminates the need for a separate scouting trip.
Our patient coordinator maintains relationships with several Beverly Hills hotels and recovery suites that are in close proximity to our Rodeo Drive office. We help arrange accommodation, transportation, post-operative nursing care if desired, and any other logistical needs to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Face lift, neck lift and Masterpiece patients should stay within 20 minutes of our office, even in heavy traffic: one of our preferred hotels, or Luxe Serenity Aftercare, which we can help you book. Your hotel and travel arrangements, and their costs, are your responsibility.
Virtual consultations are specifically designed for out-of-town patients. Local patients are warmly encouraged to schedule an in-person consultation at our Rodeo Drive office, where Dr. Truesdale can perform a complete facial examination and digital imaging in person.