Profile of Tim Matatov, Dr

Dr. Tim Matatov is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Southwest Breast & Aesthetics servicing Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ. He believes that being a surgeon is a unique opportunity to restore both form and function to his breast reconstruction patients after mastectomy and is honored to be a part of their journey. He is a highly skilled surgeon for breast reconstruction, having completed his rigorous training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Matatov performs several aspects of reconstructive surgery, such as flap reconstructions, implant reconstructions, corrective reconstructions, second stage reconstructions, and post-mastectomy reconstructions.

Dr. Matatov also regularly publishes medical articles and presents his research at national conferences. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery as well as the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Tim Matatov is a member of the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons, a prestigious society that advances the field of microsurgery through education and technique refinement. The reason this position is so prestigious is that not all surgeons qualify. To even be considered for the ASRM membership position, one must have a high-volume microsurgical practice and also routinely publish papers in the field, which Dr. Tim Matatov brings the Southwest Breast and Aesthetics in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area of Arizona. Dr. Tim Matatov has had the honor of being voted TOP DOC in the Valley 2019, 2020 and 2021 - a prestigious title that has been voted on by fellow physicians in the valley.

Procedures of Tim Matatov, Dr ⁽³¹⁾

Procedure	Rank in Chandler	Rank in AZ	Rank in US
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Chandler: 6	Ranked in AZ: 70	Ranked in US: 676
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in Chandler: 4	Ranked in AZ: 39	Ranked in US: 341
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 374
Breast Revision Breast revision surgery makes to improve the appearance of breasts that have been previously operated on.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 276
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 2	Ranked in US: 672
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 7	Ranked in US: 596
Tummy Tuck Also known as an "abdominoplasty” this procedure reduces the size and shape of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 10	Ranked in US: 175
Mastectomy A mastectomy is a surgical procedure that removes one or both breasts, usually to treat or prevent breast cancer.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 7
Flap Reconstruction A tissue flap reconstruction procedure is one way to rebuild the shape of your breast after surgery to remove the cancer.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 10
TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction The TRAM Flap breast reconstruction procedure uses tissue and muscle from the tummy.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 25
Male Pectoral Implants Pectoral implants are body implants made of solid silicone.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 10	Ranked in US: 47
Hair Restoration Hair restoration is the hair transplant method which involves extracting a linear strip of hair bearing skin from the back or the side of the scalp.	Ranked in Chandler:	Ranked in AZ:	Ranked in US:
Areola Reduction Areola repositioning involves both the areola and the nipple being lifted and established in a natural position.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 4	Ranked in US: 98
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 290
Buttock Surgery A "butt lift" or "gluteoplasty" removes excess skin from the buttocks and provides a naturally lifted and firmer appearance.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 11	Ranked in US: 58
Skin Tightening Skin tightening treatments can firm and tighten excess skin caused by aging or weight loss.	Ranked in Chandler:	Ranked in AZ:	Ranked in US:
Breast Fat Transfer A surgery where fat is removed from an area with fatty deposits via liposuction, purified, and then transferred via injection into the breasts to increase size and fullness.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 63
Pectoral Implants Pectoral implants are performed for several reasons, including to treat a congenital or acquired chest wall asymmetry or to enhance the appearance of the chest.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 4	Ranked in US: 39
Burn Reconstruction The goals of reconstructive burn surgery are to improve both the function and the cosmetic appearance of burn scars.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 1	Ranked in US: 8
Hand Rejuvenation Hand rejuvenation treatments turn back the clock by reducing wrinkles, minimizing prominent veins, fading brown spots, and improving skin tone.	Ranked in Chandler:	Ranked in AZ:	Ranked in US:
Liposuction A surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from the legs.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 4	Ranked in US: 105
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 8	Ranked in US: 698
Fat Injections Fat injection, transfers fat from areas in which you have excess fat and injects it into areas that may be lacking in volume, such as your face, hands, breasts or buttocks.	Ranked in Chandler:	Ranked in AZ:	Ranked in US:
Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Body contouring following massive weight loss are procedures performed by plastic surgeons to eliminate and/or reduce excess post-bariatric surgery.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 7	Ranked in US: 49
Breast Asymmetry Correction Breast asymmetry correction surgery involves changing the size, shape or position of one of both the breasts to make the breasts more equal.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 3	Ranked in US: 70
Panniculectomy A panniculectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the panniculus, an “apron” of loose skin and fat that hangs from the lower stomach after significant weight loss.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 8	Ranked in US: 41
Calf Implants Calf implants made of long-lasting, FDA-approved silicone rubber can be surgically inserted in a pocket between the fibrous covering over the inner and/or outer calf muscles and the skin.	Ranked in Chandler: 3	Ranked in AZ: 7	Ranked in US: 32
Nipple Surgery Nipple reduction surgery involves decreasing the size of protruding or disproportionately large nipples and trimming excess tissue to create an aesthetically balanced breast.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 2	Ranked in US: 46
Thigh Reduction A thigh reduction can reshape the thighs by reducing excess skin and fat, resulting in smoother skin and better contours for the thighs and lower body.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 5	Ranked in US: 33
Facial Reconstruction Facial reconstruction surgery is performed to reshape structures in the head and neck — typically the nose, ears, chin, cheekbones and neckline.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 5	Ranked in US: 53
Traumatic Injury Reconstruction Traumatic injury reconstruction surgery helps people who have been in car crashes, lost limbs during work-related incidents, or have been affected by a wide range of other traumatic situations.	Ranked in Chandler: 1	Ranked in AZ: 2	Ranked in US: 9