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To schedule a consultation at our Los Angeles area office in Torrance, contact plastic surgeon Dr. Christine Petti today.
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Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center
3400 W. Lomita Blvd., Suite 307
Torrance, California 90505
Tel. 866.510.1710
About the Practice of Dr. Christine Petti - Los Angeles and Beverly Hills Area Plastic Surgeon
A Message From Dr. Petti
I am honored you have chosen to learn about me and my philosophies as a plastic surgeon. I am devoted to excellence. I have worked to achieve a practice with only one thing in mind -- helping you accomplish your cosmetic surgery dreams with minimal risk and maximum results. Using my skill as a surgeon who specializes in cosmetic procedures to assure you of a pleasing aesthetic result is only one part of my role as an exceptional plastic surgeon. I also commit myself to helping you look beautiful for years to come. That’s why I direct a medically based day spa, Spa Bella, dedicated to providing customized medical skin care treatment programs to help you continue your beauty infinitely.
I believe that beauty is twofold, combining aesthetic eye appeal with inner peace to create a feeling of complete well-being. My cosmetic surgery practice, Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center, works in synergy with Spa Bella, our innovative medical day spa, to bring you the best of both sides of beauty. We work to achieve total enhancement in one beautiful setting.
My aesthetic instincts and my passion for excellence naturally led me to the specialty of plastic surgery. I am more than enthusiastic and feel very fortunate to be able to participate in this fabulous field as my profession. Each year, I am more convinced that what you believe, you can achieve.
During your consultation, you and I together will formulate a plan for your desired cosmetic enhancement.
Once your cosmetic image is achieved, your recovery process necessitates physical as well as emotional healing. My professional and caring staff will hold your hand every step of the way.
Last but not least, my greatest reward is the smile on your face when your beauty dream has been achieved.
I look forward to meeting you,
Christine A. Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S.
About Dr. Christine Petti
Dr. Christine Petti is the only child of Raymond Petti and the late Josephine Petti. She was born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. Dr. Petti attributes all her accomplishments to the attention and dedication she received from her loving and talented parents.
Dr. Petti received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame University, graduating summa cum laude in 1976. She then entered Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where she received a research grant from the National Institute of Health and completed a research fellowship in the Department of Pharmacology in 1978.
In 1981, Dr. Petti earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. She trained at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and in 1986 completed a full residency in general surgery with the additional awarded distinction of "Best Surgical Resident." She has been certified by the American Board of Surgery since 1988.
Upon completion of her general surgery residency, Dr. Christine Petti completed her plastic surgery residency at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine. In 1988, she achieved the position of Chief Resident in plastic surgery. Dr. Petti has been certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1990. She is also an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, as well as the prestigious and exclusive American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Petti has served Los Angeles, Torrance, and the South Bay area as an active plastic surgeon since 1988. She is a member of the medical staff of both Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Little Company of Mary Hospital, where she maintains full hospital privileges for all aspects of plastic and cosmetic surgery.
In the same year that Dr. Petti established her private practice, she also became Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Southern California, a position she continues to hold. She has been a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons since 1992.
Dr. Christine Petti has authored many scientific articles in plastic surgery that have been published in the United States and Canada. She has given scientific presentations for numerous professional surgical associations. Her significant findings on tumescent liposuction were presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons in 1998.
Well known in the local and national medical communities, Dr. Petti has won local awards for Top Cosmetic Surgeon and such national awards as Top Doctor and Top Surgeon. She has also been featured on national and cable television. Dr. Petti has achieved the annual honor of being named the #1 Cosmetic Surgeon in The South Bay by the Daily Breeze of Los Angeles Readers Poll since 2004.
In her free time, Dr. Petti enjoys honing her athletic and artistic skills through such varied interests as ballet, skiing, jogging, and interior design. Dr. Petti and her husband, John Stoneburner, M.D., F.A.C.S., have two beautiful daughters and live in Palos Verdes, California.
Dr. Petti in the Media
About Our Practice
Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center
Designed with a beautiful you in mind.
Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center Cosmetic & Laser Surgery Center in Torrance, under the direction of plastic surgeon Christine Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S., is dedicated to providing comprehensive, contemporary, and caring cosmetic surgery services in a beautiful and tranquil environment. Our entire facility, from our lobby to our treatment rooms, was designed specifically for your comfort and safety.
Our double board-certified plastic surgeon and Medical Director, Christine Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S., believes that beauty secrets should be kept secret. She has built, certified, and maintained a privately owned on-site plastic and cosmetic surgery center for outpatient ambulatory surgery. The Palos Verdes Ambulatory Surgical Medical Center (located on site) allows us to perform every procedure in a comfortable, personal operating room for complete privacy and safety. This state-of-the-art center has been federally certified and state-licensed since 1992. Our carefully selected team of board-certified anesthesiologists and supporting healthcare professionals are devoted to providing you with friendly, competent and discreet attention during every stage of your surgical beautification.
What to expect during your initial consultation
We know the decision to have cosmetic surgery is an important one, so we encourage you to ask as many questions as you feel are necessary during your first meeting with Dr. Petti. After the two of you have decided on a possible treatment plan, Dr. Petti can use state-of-the-art Mirror Computer Imaging to create images that show what you might look like after your plastic surgery. We will gladly address any concerns you may have so that you feel comfortable and secure every step of the way. When you meet with Dr. Petti to discuss how Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center can help you, a thorough assessment and treatment approach will be explained so you will have a complete understanding of the cosmetic enhancement you desire.
Along with plastic surgeon Dr. Christine Petti, our patient care coordinators provide you with the information necessary to make an informed decision. Mirror Computer Imaging, procedural education DVDs, videos, illustrations, and literature are all available to facilitate the development of your customized cosmetic enhancement.
Computer Imaging Technology
Take a sneak peak at the new you!
If you’ve been wondering how you will look and whether cosmetic surgery will really make a difference, Mirror Computer Imaging is a private and exceptional way to visualize the difference.
In the past, when someone considered cosmetic surgery, the outcome was always somewhat of a surprise. Even though a plastic surgeon would explain and sometimes draw an example of what could be expected, patients found it hard to envision how they would look with fuller breasts, a smaller nose, a slimmer body, or a drastically younger overall appearance. That’s not so today. The capabilities of our Mirror Computer Imaging system allow you and Dr. Petti to plan your new image together. After serving thousands of patients in Torrance, Los Angeles, and beyond, plastic surgeon Christine Petti believes that communication is the key to successful outcomes and that computer imaging is the most effective way to help you express your expectations.
Remember, beauty is a gift you are giving yourself; don’t be afraid to take a sneak peek beforehand!
Seminars by Christine Petti, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Aesthetically speaking
Dr. Petti’s public speaking engagements regularly give you the opportunity to learn about the most recent advancements in cosmetic surgery. Her presentations are not only informative, but also dynamic and energetic.
Your event with Dr. Christine Petti as your speaker promises to be both educational and entertaining, particularly the question and answer sessions. She encourages you to participate by attending and bringing a friend.
For organizations, Dr. Petti presents full seminars and would be more than pleased to speak to your favorite charity or group.
Call 866.510.1710 today for your reservation. We invite you to send us your comments.
If you live in the South Bay area, including Los Angeles and Torrance, and are seeking a caring, competent plastic surgeon, contact Aesthetic Accents Cosmetic and Laser Surgery Center today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Christine Petti.