Dr. Lapuerta is a triple-board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of plastic surgery experience. He has performed well over 20,000 procedures in the Houston Metropolitan area and serves customers at a number of AAAASF-certified out-patient surgical facilities in various locations.Since 2003, Dr. Lapuerta’s patients have enjoyed the h...
Dr. Lapuerta is a triple-board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of plastic surgery experience. He has performed well over 20,000 procedures in the Houston Metropolitan area and serves customers at a number of AAAASF-certified out-patient surgical facilities in various locations.
Since 2003, Dr. Lapuerta’s patients have enjoyed the highest safety standards in a beautiful, on-site surgical facility dedicated to plastic surgery. An accredited on-site facility offers patients peace of mind, privacy & convenience that isn’t available in multi-specialty facilities.
Dr. Lapuerta currently performs procedures in the following locations: Houston, Pearland, Katy, Piney Point
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Neck Lifts, Rhinoplasties, Chin Augmentations, Eyelid Surgery, Mini Tummy Tucks, Mommy Makeovers, Brazilian Butt Lifts, Breast Augmentations, Tummy Tucks, Body Contouring, Liposuction, Post-Weight Loss Surgery, Face Lifts, Facial Rejuvenation,
Popular Services
Mommy Makeover, Semaglutide, Face Lifts, Breast Lifts, Breast Augmentations, Botox, Juvederm, Tummy Tucks, Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL), Facial Fillers, Lip Fillers, Plastic Surgery for Men.
Specialty
Cosmetic Surgery
How I Got Started
A bilingual Texan from San Antonio, Dr. Lapuerta’s family originated from Valencia, Spain. He received his undergraduate degree at Stanford University and later attended the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. Dr. Lapuerta then completed a residency in general surgery at St. John Medical Center in Detroit and a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery at St. Joseph Hospital in Houston. After practicing in Atlantic City, he relocated to Houston where he established his private plastic surgery practice.
Dr. Lapuerta shares a beautiful daughter, Caroline, with his wife of 16 years, who is also a physician. He enjoys free time spent with his family, staying fit by swimming and weight training, and any good restaurant or sporting event Houston has to offer! His hobbies include golf, hunting, travel, and learning about wine.
Favorite Part Of The Business
Dr. Lapuerta truly loves the practice of plastic surgery. He enjoys the great diversity and challenge of mastering the extensive skills necessary to bring restoration to the body. He believes plastic surgery restores the body and renews a person's spirit. This transformation is evident in his post-surgical patients, whose positive attitudes and enthusiasm for life are the changes he finds so rewarding about his life’s work.
His kind, caring, and approachable manner immediately put patients at ease. Patients appreciate Dr. Lapuerta’s positive, confident, reassuring direction as he uses his knowledge and skills to guide them through the process of developing a surgical or non-surgical plan to achieve their goals.
Customer Can Expect
Expect to find a practice that:
-Respect and value your time.
-We spend time with you and won’t rush you.—We don’t take a “factory” approach to
plastic surgery services.
-Educated, skilled team members who are available and able to take care of your needs.
-Honest, straightforward, and comprehensive information and answers in an
approachable, welcoming setting.
-A relaxed environment that encourages conversation and collaboration regarding your
unique goals.
-A doctor who will put you at ease from the minute he says “hello” and makes talking
about a big decision easy and stress-free.
In general, you will encounter the following:
The Initial Consultation
The goal of the consultation is to address the areas of your concern and educate you on all aspects of the particular procedure. You will meet with the patient coordinator, view “before and after” photos, and watch an informative video that provides a visual of what occurs during surgery. You will then meet with Dr. Lapuerta who will go over your medical history and perform a physical examination. Once a procedure has been agreed upon you will be given a quote along with financing options. If the consultation results in a mutual decision to proceed, then available surgery dates will be discussed.
Plan to spend about an hour to an hour and a half meeting with your patient coordinator and Dr. Lapuerta.
What Sets Us Apart
COMPETENCE
We seek to deliver the highest quality patient care possible from our skills and training to the physical space we provide our services. We strive to constantly improve our team, recognize the potential, and reward the growth of all our team members.
COMPASSION
We seek to be sensitive to the core needs that drive our patients to seek a change that not only renews their bodies but their spirits as well. We commit to always going the extra mile to meet your needs.
RELATIONSHIPS
Believing we were all created for relationships, we value relationships with our patients and team. We commit to being invested in our patients and their goals and developing our core relationship with our team members to better serve our patients. We’ll know who you are and who you matter to in life—because you aren’t just a patient. We never forget this simple fact--you are someone’s loved one, co-worker, best friend, parent, sibling, or significant other. You are important, and you matter to a lot of people, and you matter to us.
FAITH & CHARITY
We will conduct ourselves with honesty and integrity in all we do, both with our patients and team members. Our faith compels us to these standards and to care for those in need, whether our patients, team members, or those less fortunate in our community or abroad.
Education
Stanford University - Undergraduate Degree
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas - Medical Degree
St. John Medical Center in Detroit - Resident
St. Joseph Hospital in Houston - Fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Licenses
Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Board Certified, American Board of Surgery
Board Certified, Surgery of the Hand
Certifications
Board Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Board Certified, American Board of Surgery
Board Certified, Surgery of the Hand
Member Of
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Member, Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member, Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons
Texas Medical Society
Harris County Medical Society
Plastic Surgery Institute of Southeast Texas, Director
Clinical Skin Care Center, Director
