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Dr. John Griffin, MD

Dr. John Griffin, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Griffin, MD is a plastic surgeon in San Mateo, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1997. He is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 280 San Mateo, CA 94401

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4.1
11 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I was hit by a boat at 15 years old and had 7 cranial fractures (along with many other injuries)! Dr. Griffin, seeing I had braces, consulted with my orthodontist and an oral surgeon before performing my plastic&reconstructive surgery. HE IS AMAZING!! 17 years later you CAN NOT tell I have 5 metal plates in my face (my doctors don’t even know until I tell them or they do an x-ray) and you cannot tell I have ever been in an accident at all!! 1000/10 I would recommend Dr. Griffin! His bedside manner to my parents and to myself during that terrifying and horrendous time reassured us we were in The Best hands! Honest. Kind. Sincere. Patient. and Thorough would be the words I would use to describe him! We had a couple “snaffoos” while I was hospitalized (with nurses and other doctors) Dr. Griffin was always available and always made things right. We felt so safe and protected with Dr. Griffin!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Rovene Coy – May 15, 2021
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I am a breast cancer survivor and I just want to say that Dr. Griffin is an amazing plastic surgeon. Wonderful in the office & great bed side manner at the hospital. Made my husband and I feel comfortable and at ease prior to surgery. Even right before surgery he sat done with me and my husband and went over everything that would take place in surgery. He saw me right after surgery & everyday during my hospital stay. The results were amazing. I highly recommend him. So impressed with his skills.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sheri B in Belmont, Ca – Nov 05, 2018
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My surgery went smoothly, which I attribute to Dr. Griffin’s excellent training, extensive experience, and skill. I am a physician and have very high standards for other physicians. Dr. Griffin is professional and serious but he is also warm and understanding. I was a little scared and he was reassuring in a believable and realistic way. I felt very well cared for throughout the entire entire experience and would highly recommend Dr. Griffin as an exceptional physician who genuinely cares
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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K in Burlingame, CA – Oct 14, 2018
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I can not speak highly enough of my entire experience with Dr. Griffin. HIs staff was incredibly attentive and accessible, as was he! He called me and texted me directly before and after surgery. He made a specific trip to remove my post-surgery drains on a weekend, to help keep me comfortable. As a 38 year old mother of 3 Dr. Griffin has me looking better than I have EVER looked, and feeling great. The man understood every little issue I had and addressed them perfectly! He is genius!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Catherine Hyre in Atlanta, GA – Jan 23, 2016
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care philosophy

Individualized assessment, discussion, and planning with patient. Meticulous attention to detail. Warm office environment.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Pediatric Plastic Surgery

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  • Ut Southwestern University Hospital-zale Lipshy

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • University Of Texas

    Internship Hospital, 2002
  • University Of Texas Sw Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1997
  • Rice University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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  • UT Southwestern, Senior Resident Research Award, 2002

  • PSEF Senior Award: Nasal Reconstruction, Beyond Aesthetic Subunits, 2003

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Practice

Marna M Skaar MD Inc50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 280 San Mateo, CA 94401
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Plastic Surgery Associates Surgery Center50 S San Mateo Dr Ste 460 San Mateo, CA 94401
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Practice

Sutter Bay Medical Foundation715 Altos Oaks Dr Los Altos, CA 94024
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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