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Dr. Angela Rodriguez

Fellowship-Trained Craniofacial Surgeon in San Francisco Specializing in Facial Feminization Surgery

Dr. Angela Rodriguez, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco who specializes in Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) for transgender patients. Fellowship-trained in craniofacial surgery at Stanford University, Dr. Rodriguez brings advanced expertise in facial bone reconstruction and gender-affirming facial surgery.

Before focusing exclusively on gender-affirming surgical care, Dr. Rodriguez spent more than 16 years practicing craniofacial, aesthetic, and pediatric plastic surgery, developing extensive experience in reshaping facial structures and reconstructing complex facial anatomy. This background provides a strong foundation for facial feminization procedures, many of which involve reshaping the bones of the forehead, jaw, and chin.

Patients travel from San Francisco, the Bay Area, Northern California, and beyond to undergo facial feminization surgery with Dr. Rodriguez.

Craniofacial Training and Surgical Expertise

Dr. Rodriguez’s training in craniofacial surgery plays an important role in her approach to facial feminization. Craniofacial surgery focuses on reconstructing and reshaping the bones of the skull and face, often in patients with congenital facial differences or facial trauma.

Many facial feminization procedures involve modifying facial bone structure to soften masculine features and create a more feminine facial appearance. Dr. Rodriguez’s craniofacial training allows her to perform these procedures with a deep understanding of facial anatomy, balance, and surgical precision.

Earlier in her career, Dr. Rodriguez devoted much of her work to caring for children with craniofacial anomalies and facial injuries. She served for several years as Plastic Surgery Director of the Craniofacial Anomalies Clinic at Valley Children’s Healthcare in Madera, California, where she treated patients with complex facial conditions.

This experience continues to inform her surgical approach to facial feminization surgery today.

Facial Feminization Surgery in San Francisco

Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) is a collection of procedures designed to reshape masculine facial features and create a more feminine facial appearance. Many of these procedures involve modification of the facial bones and soft tissues.

Dr. Rodriguez performs a comprehensive range of facial feminization procedures, including:

• Hairline correction / hairline advancement
• Forehead contouring
• Brow lift
• Rhinoplasty
• Cheek augmentation or fat grafting
• Lip augmentation or lip lift
• Chin contouring
• Jaw contouring
• Thyroid cartilage reduction (tracheal shave)

Depending on the patient’s goals, multiple procedures can be performed during the same surgical session as part of a comprehensive facial feminization treatment plan.

Education and Training

• Medical degree — Pontificia Universidad Javeriana (Bogotá, Colombia)
• Plastic surgery internship, residency, and fellowship — University of Massachusetts Medical Center
• Craniofacial surgery fellowship — Stanford University
• Research fellow — Harvard University (two years)

Dr. Rodriguez completed her craniofacial surgery fellowship at Stanford University, where she trained in advanced surgical techniques used to reshape and reconstruct the bones of the face and skull.

Professional Credentials

Dr. Rodriguez is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

She has been recognized by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Surgeon of Excellence in Gender Confirmation Surgery, and Greenbrae Surgery Center is designated as a Center of Excellence in Gender Confirmation Surgery. These accreditations recognize medical professionals and facilities committed to maintaining high standards of surgical safety and patient care.

Dr. Rodriguez is also a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and follows the WPATH Standards of Care for gender-affirming surgery.

Surgical Facilities

Dr. Rodriguez performs surgery in the San Francisco area at:

• Greenbrae Surgery Center
• California Pacific Medical Center
• Marin General Hospital
• St. Francis Memorial Hospital

These facilities serve patients traveling from across San Francisco, the Bay Area, Northern California, and beyond.

Surgery Requirements

Dr. Rodriguez follows the WPATH Standards of Care for gender-affirming surgery.

Typical requirements include:

• One referral letter from a qualified mental health professional, unless otherwise required by insurance
• Additional documentation may be required depending on the procedure and the patient’s insurance plan

Financing and Insurance

Dr. Rodriguez accepts several forms of payment, including:

• Credit and debit cards
• Cashier’s check
• Money order
• Wire transfer
• Medical financing through CareCredit

She also accepts insurance and some managed Medi-Cal plans. Medicare is not accepted.

Booking a Consultation

Dr. Rodriguez offers phone or in-person consultations in San Francisco. The consultation fee is $100, and an in-person consultation is not required in order to schedule surgery.

Dr. Rodríguez habla español.

Current wait list: approximately one month for a consultation and three months for a surgery date following consultation.

Patient Experience

Patients frequently praise Dr. Rodriguez for her surgical results, communication, and supportive care throughout the surgical process.

“I had FFS with Dr. Rodriguez including jaw, chin, nose, and brow work along with hairline advancement and fat grafting. I feel like I look radically different in a way that matches exactly what I was hoping for from surgery. The medical staff were fantastic throughout the entire process and were always helpful and communicative with my partner and me — even on weekends.” — Facial Feminization Surgery patient review, Google Reviews

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