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Dr. Angela Rodriguez
Facial Masculinization and Top Surgery Surgeon in San Francisco
Dr. Angela Rodriguez, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon in San Francisco who specializes in facial masculinization surgery (FMS), Top Surgery, and body masculinization procedures for transgender men and nonbinary patients. Fellowship-trained in craniofacial surgery at Stanford University, Dr. Rodriguez brings advanced expertise in facial bone reconstruction and gender-affirming surgical care.
Before focusing exclusively on gender-affirming surgery, Dr. Rodriguez spent more than 16 years practicing craniofacial, aesthetic, and pediatric plastic surgery, developing extensive experience in reconstructive and cosmetic surgical techniques.
Earlier in her career, Dr. Rodriguez served as Plastic Surgery Director of the Craniofacial Anomalies Clinic at Valley Children’s Healthcare in California, where she treated patients with complex facial conditions and reconstructive needs. This background in reconstructive surgery and facial bone surgery informs her approach to facial masculinization procedures today.
Patients travel from San Francisco, the Bay Area, Northern California, and across the United States to undergo gender-affirming surgery with Dr. Rodriguez.
Facial Masculinization Surgery
Dr. Rodriguez performs facial masculinization surgery (FMS) for transgender men and nonbinary patients seeking stronger or more traditionally masculine facial features. Facial masculinization procedures often involve reshaping facial bone structures to create a broader, more angular appearance.
Her fellowship training in craniofacial surgery at Stanford University provides specialized expertise in procedures that reshape the bones of the face and skull.
Facial masculinization procedures may include:
- Jaw contouring and mandibular augmentation
- Chin reshaping
- Brow bone enhancement
- Rhinoplasty
- Cheek augmentation or contouring
Each surgical plan is customized based on the patient’s anatomy and masculinization goals.
Top Surgery
Dr. Rodriguez also performs Top Surgery, also known as chest masculinization surgery, which removes breast tissue and reshapes the chest to create a flatter, more masculine chest contour.
Dr. Rodriguez performs the following Top Surgery techniques:
Double Incision Top Surgery
This technique is typically recommended for patients with moderate to larger chest size or excess skin. Breast tissue and excess skin are removed while the nipples are repositioned to create a masculine chest contour.
Keyhole Top Surgery
Keyhole Top Surgery may be suitable for patients with smaller chest size and minimal skin excess. Breast tissue is removed through a small incision with minimal visible scarring.
Both procedures are customized to achieve natural-looking chest contours while prioritizing patient safety and surgical outcomes.
Body Masculinization Procedures
In addition to facial and chest surgery, Dr. Rodriguez offers body masculinization procedures designed to create more traditionally masculine body contours. These procedures may include body contouring techniques that reshape areas such as the abdomen, flanks, and chest to create a more masculine silhouette.
Body masculinization procedures may be performed as standalone surgeries or in combination with Top Surgery depending on the patient’s goals.
Education & 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 advanced fellowship training in craniofacial surgery at Stanford University, where she trained in surgical techniques used to reconstruct and reshape 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 surgical 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 at several hospitals and surgical centers in the San Francisco area, including:
- Greenbrae Surgery Center
- California Pacific Medical Center
- Marin General Hospital
- St. Francis Memorial Hospital
These facilities serve patients traveling from 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
- Additional documentation may be required depending on the patient’s insurance plan
Financing & Insurance
Dr. Rodriguez accepts credit and debit cards, cashier’s checks, money orders, wire transfers, and 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 and in-person consultations in San Francisco for a fee of $100. An in-person consultation is not required to reserve a surgery date.
Dr. Rodríguez habla español.
Current wait list: approximately one month for a consultation and three months for a surgery date following consultation.
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