Dear Valued Patient,
We are writing to inform you of an important transition at Restore SD Plastic Surgery. Dr. Janet Chao will be leaving our practice. She remains through the beginning of the year to continue to take care of her surgical patients but will not be accepting new patients at our office. While we will miss her clinical expertise and warm presence, we are committed to ensuring a seamless continuation of your care.
Your Care Moving Forward
Dr. Katerina Gallus, our founder and board-certified plastic surgeon, will be personally available to continue your aesthetic journey. Dr. Gallus brings over 20 years of experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery and is highly skilled in all the procedures we offer. As a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and member of The Aesthetic Society and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, she is committed to providing you with the exceptional care you deserve.
What This Means for You
- Current patients: If you have an upcoming surgery booked with Dr. Chao, she will continue to see you at Restore SD. Dr. Chao is not accepting new patients at this time.
- Follow-up care: Dr. Chao will continue to provide follow-up care for her existing patients during this transition period to ensure continuity of your treatment.
- Medical records: All your medical records will remain securely with our practice
- Ongoing care: Dr. Gallus is fully informed about ongoing treatments and will provide seamless continuity of care once Dr. Chao completes here time with Restore SD.
- Same commitment: Our dedication to your safety, comfort, and beautiful results remains unchanged.
Questions or Concerns?
We understand transitions can raise questions. Please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 858-224-2281 or visit us at 8899 University Center Ln #200, San Diego, CA 92122. Our team is here to address any concerns and ensure you feel completely comfortable moving forward.
We thank you for your trust in Restore SD Plastic Surgery, and we look forward to continuing to serve you with the same personalized, compassionate care you’ve come to expect.
Warm regards,
Restore SD Plastic Surgery
Katerina Gallus, MD, FACS







