Karen M. Horton, MD

Karen M. Horton, MD Dr. Karen M. Horton, Plastic Surgery, Aesthetic Surgery, Reconstructive Microsurgery of the Breast Karen M.
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Horton, MD is a highly skilled and experienced Plastic Surgeon dedicated to providing an unparalleled degree of cosmetic and reconstructive surgical care for women and men.Internationally certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Horton offers the entire spectrum of aesthetic surgery for the face, breasts and body, including breast aug

mentation, labiaplasty, abdominoplasty, liposuction, the comprehensive Mommy Makeover and more. Additionally, she provides state-of-the-art breast reconstruction options using single-stage or microsurgical techniques, as well as an inclusive span of non-surgical and minimally invasive cosmetic enhancements. Whether you are considering breast surgery, body sculpting, facial rejuvenation or skin care, Dr. Horton emphasizes individualized care, unprecedented patient safety and the highest quality of surgical/nonsurgical expertise - all delivered in a comfortable, confidential environment.As a proponent of continuing education, she remains at the head of plastic surgical innovation by maintaining active membership in such esteemed medical organizations as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons, among several others. She also lectures at various Plastic Surgery meetings held nationally and internationally, and she has been featured on television shows and local news/podcasts discussing the latest, most advanced techniques available today.If you searching for a Board Certified Female Plastic Surgeon who can comprehensively address your cosmetic concerns, Dr. Horton and her highly trained team can help you achieve your aesthetic and/or reconstructive goals with beautiful, natural-looking results.

Have you walked through the lobby of  lately? One of my favorite artists  is having an exclusive exhibition of her Mask ...
07/11/2025

Have you walked through the lobby of lately? One of my favorite artists is having an exclusive exhibition of her Mask Series, created during the pandemic. Kate created a beautiful custom for my exam room in my office in Suite 520 - come visit and check it out! ⁠

See her work here https://www.katetova.com/portfolio and join us on September 3rd in the lobby to meet Kate Tova in person! She is a true artist in mind, body, heart and spirit. I’m honored to know her!

It is such an honor!  Thank you to everyone who voted for  (who won Best Medical Spa) and me as Best Cosmetic/Plastic Su...
06/29/2025

It is such an honor! Thank you to everyone who voted for (who won Best Medical Spa) and me as Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon!!!

06/27/2025

We are absolutely THRILLED to announce some incredible news – WE WON not one, but TWO categories in the Best of Bay Area 2025 contest!

🌟 Dr. Karen M. Horton, MD, FACS has been named Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon
🌟 Emily Sespaniak, NP has been awarded Best Medical Spa/Med Spa

This amazing recognition wouldn't have been possible without YOU! Your votes, your trust, and your continued support mean everything to us. Every single vote cast was a testament to the relationships we've built and the care we strive to provide each and every day.

Being recognized as the best in the Bay Area is not just an honor – it's a reflection of our entire team's dedication to excellence and our patients' satisfaction. We are incredibly grateful to serve this wonderful community and to have earned your confidence.

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to vote for us. Your support drives us to continue delivering the exceptional care and results you deserve.

Here's to another year of helping you look and feel your absolute best!

Having proper certification is VITAL. As a   who offers only the best level care to her patients, our operating room is ...
06/20/2025

Having proper certification is VITAL. As a who offers only the best level care to her patients, our operating room is fully certified by , formerly . ⁠

What does this mean? Why Accreditation? Because should always come first.⁠

😷 PATIENTS FIRST. ALWAYS.⁠

Since 1980, QUAD A (a non-profit, physician founded and led global accreditation organization) has worked with thousands of healthcare facilities to standardize and improve the quality of health care they provide – believing that patient safety should always come first. At QUAD A, the goal is simple, to be your go-to provider when it comes to accreditation – always striving to be an effective, efficient, and easy to work with partner that values education, reliability, and communication. We call it the QUAD A promise, and it stands at the forefront of everything we do.

👩🏼‍🎓👩🏼‍🎓   are ending their time at  - Kindergarten to 8th Grade! The   officially graduates today! It seems just yester...
06/06/2025

👩🏼‍🎓👩🏼‍🎓 are ending their time at - Kindergarten to 8th Grade! The officially graduates today! It seems just yesterday that they were starting this big new school as they smallest the youngest - now they are little ladies!

Thanks to for these beautiful graduation photos. More to come…

For the first time ever, Dr. Karen Horton’s Surgery Center page is now available for public viewing—no password required...
06/06/2025

For the first time ever, Dr. Karen Horton’s Surgery Center page is now available for public viewing—no password required! 🔓

Located in the Pacific Professional Building in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights, Dr. Horton’s fully accredited outpatient surgery center is just one floor below her office. The space is designed for aesthetic surgical procedures under general anesthesia, with an emphasis on comfort, discretion, and personalized care.

If you’ve ever wanted to see where Dr. Horton performs surgery or understand what makes her patient experience so seamless, this is your chance to take a look behind the scenes.

🔗 Tap the link to view the newly unlocked page and learn more. One section remains private for patient privacy—but the rest is open for you to explore!

06/02/2025

Behind every exceptional Plastic Surgeon is an exceptional team—and Dr. Karen Horton is the first to say she couldn’t do it without hers. 👏

From the front desk to the OR, Dr. Horton’s staff is made up of highly skilled, compassionate professionals dedicated to treating every patient like a VIP. Whether it’s scheduling, recovery care, or surgical precision, every team member plays a critical role in creating a seamless experience.

She also credits her success to her family—especially her husband and twin daughters, who support her long hours and remind her daily why she does what she does.

Being a Plastic Surgeon isn’t just Dr. Horton’s job—it’s her passion. And with the right people behind her, she’s able to do what she loves and be a role model to the next generation of women in medicine.

✨ Tap the link to meet the full team and learn more!
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☀️ What a fantastic day for the 8th grade  farewell from the K-7 classes & their end-of-year pool party!!
05/31/2025

☀️ What a fantastic day for the 8th grade farewell from the K-7 classes & their end-of-year pool party!!

05/29/2025

Ever wondered what tools a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon can’t live without?

Dr. Karen Horton shares five essentials that keep her San Francisco practice running smoothly—from her light-filled office with local art and iconic views, to her fully accredited Quad A-certified operating room built with patient safety and privacy in mind.

She also credits her practice management software, Symplast, as a must-have. It allows her to securely manage everything from scheduling to e-prescriptions to before-and-after photography—on multiple devices. And yes, she never brings paperwork home. 🙌🏼

Each tool is a reflection of Dr. Horton’s commitment to excellence, safety, and giving patients a seamless, personalized experience.

👉 Tap the link to take a peek behind the scenes of her practice!
📲 FOLLOW on Instagram for Part 2!

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05/22/2025

💛💛💛 Can it be? on my birthday!? And is my #1!!!

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05/18/2025

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Dr. Karen Horton is Internationally Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for women. Based in San Francisco, Dr. Horton focuses on providing her patients with meticulous attention to detail, individualized care, and a range of surgical options in a warm, welcoming environment.

Her practice is centered on cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for the breasts, body, and face, including treatment for breast cancer survivors using microsurgery or implants in a single stage. She also specializes in rejuvenation of the breasts and body for women who have completed child-rearing, known as the “mommy makeover”. Dr. Horton’s Practice Philosophy is to Educate, Inform and Empower her patients to make decisions about their own bodies.

Trained in the United States and Canada, Dr. Horton completed a Bachelor of Science with Honors (B.Sc.H.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Kingston, Ontario before embarking on her medical career. After graduating Medical School (M.D.) at the University of Toronto, Dr. Horton trained in Plastic Surgery for five years, becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (F.R.C.S.C.). Dr. Horton is also Board-Certified in Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She moved to the Bay Area to complete her Fellowship in Reconstructive Microsurgery in San Francisco. Dr. Horton is also designated a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.).

Dr. Horton offers women the latest techniques in Breast Cancer Reconstruction including using sophisticated Microsurgical techniques to reconstruct the breast using the body’s own tissue; avoiding sacrifice of major muscles of the body. Dr. Horton additionally offers the option of nipple-sparing mastectomy and immediate single-stage breast implant reconstruction.