Dr. Rabinovich is a physician with advanced training in Facial Plastic Surgery as well as Cranio-Maxillofacial Oral Surgery. Educated in both medicine (MD, SUNY Downstate College of Medicine) and dentistry (DDS, Columbia University), Dr. Rabinovich is an expert in Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Corrective Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic and TMJ) and Facial Reconstruction (Trauma and Cleft Lip / Palate deformities). He successfully performed hundreds of facial surgical procedures, conducted clinical research and authored a number of medical articles.
A San Francisco Native
Dr. Rabinovich grew up in San Francisco and attended George Washington High School in the city’s Richmond district. He went on to pursue his interest in science at UC Berkeley where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Biology, graduating with honors at the top of his class.
He began his medical training in New York City, where he attended the prestigious Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, graduating with a DDS degree. Dr. Rabinovich continued on to complete his medical school training at the State University of New York, Downstate School of Medicine, earning an MD degree. After graduating from medical school Dr. Rabinovich underwent residency training in General Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery at Kings County Hospital, well known for its busy and rigorous trauma and facial reconstructive surgery program more.
As a surgical resident, Dr. Rabinovich developed a special interest in facial cosmetic surgery and was selected to pursue a fellowship at Georgetown University / Posnick Center for Facial Plastic Surgery. During his fellowship, Dr. Rabinovich had the opportunity to work with some of the world’s leading surgeons in the field of facial plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and craniofacial surgery from Georgetown and Johns Hopkins Universities.
In addition to his passion for facial cosmetic surgery, Dr. Rabinovich has a tremendous interest in reconstructive facial surgery, including cleft lip and palate and other congenital and acquired facial deformities. He participates in medical missions abroad to perform free reconstructive surgery for children in need more.
A Proud San Francisco Bay Area Surgeon
Dr. Rabinovich lives in Burlingame, CA with his wife and two sons. He enjoys traveling and outdoor activities, such as skiing in Lake Tahoe and scuba diving. He is excited to be able to apply his knowledge and skills to care for his patients in a safe and comfortable environment in our beautiful state-of-the-art office.
Updated: 2/10/2016