Dr Joseph Mele, MD in Walnut Creek, California

Name: Joseph Mele, MD
Last name: Mele
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1997
Years experience: 26
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.drmele.com/
Business: Joseph A Mele, III, MD, Inc
Address: 130 La Casa Via
Address suite: Bldg. 2, Ste. 206
Phone: (925) 257-0309
International phone number: +19252570309
City: Walnut Creek
State: California
Zip Code: 94598
Country: US
Statement: Cosmetic Plastic Surgery patients in the San Francisco Bay Area have come to trust over 20 years experience of Dr. Joseph Mele. Located in the East Bay community of Walnut Creek, his practice includes both facial and body aesthetics with an emphasis on cosmetic surgery.
Consulting Fees: -1$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers:

Offer #1: Galderma Offer
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: 12/31/2023
Detail: Sign up for Aspire Galderma Rewards prior to your appointment to receive $20 off on each treatment listed below: Dysport®, Restylane® family, Sculptra® Aesthetic.

Clinical Privileges:

John Muir Medical Center – Walnut Creek • John Muir Medical Center – Concord • San Ramon Regional Medical Center – San Ramon

Education:

Undergraduate: BS, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of California Davis
Medical: MD, Davis School of Medicine, University of California

Joseph Mele, MD

Postdoc Training:

Internship: General Surgery, University of California, Davis Medical Center
Residency: General Surgery, Chief Resident, San Joaquin General Hospital
Fellowship: Plastic Surgery, Saint Francis Memorial Hospital, San Francisco

Member of:

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Board Certification:

Joseph Anthony Mele III(ABMSUID -511226)

Viewed: 8/15/2008

Day of birth: private

Status: private

Certification:
American Board of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Recertification: 12/1/2009 – 12/31/2019
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification:
3/27/1999 – 12/31/2009

American Board of Surgery

Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Recertification: 10/17/2003 – 7/1/2015
Expired Time-Limited Initial Certification: 6/6/1995 – 7/1/2005

Education: 1989 MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Location: Building 2130 La Casa Via Ste 206Walnut Creek, CA 94598-3032 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 37.9063,-122.064003

Primary location:

Location name: Walnut Creek
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 37.9063,-122.064003

Treatments:

Areola Reduction Surgery
Arm Lift
Body Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Buccal Fat Removal
Butt Augmentation
Butt Lift
Cheek Augmentation
Cheek Lift
Chin Implant
Chin Liposuction
Double Eyelid Surgery
Ear Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
GalaFLEX
Genioplasty
Gynecomastia Surgery
Latisse
Liposculpture
Liposuction
Lower Facelift
Male Tummy Tuck
Mini Facelift
Mini Tummy Tuck
Mommy Makeover
Natrelle Breast Implants
Neck Lift
Nipple Surgery
Panniculectomy
Revision Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Sientra Breast Implants
SMAS Facelift
Subcision
Teeth Whitening
Thigh Lift
Tumescent Liposuction
Tummy Tuck
Tummy Tuck Revision

RealSelf Info

Awards:

University of California Regents Scholarship Recipient
Patient’s Choice Award, American Registry
Most Compassionate Doctor, Vitals
Top Plastic Surgeons, Consumer’s Research Council of America
Top Surgeons, Consumer’s Research Council of America
Bay Area Top Doctor and Dentist Award, Doctors Improving Healthcare
Best of Walnut Creek, US Commerce Association
Rated A+, Better Business Bureau

Rating: 4.3
Profile views: 24572
Answer count: 714
Review count: 22
1 star count: 1
2 star count: 1
5 star count: 9
Total star count: 11
Star rating: 3.3294584725688
Lead count last three months: 2
Anonymous votes: 6
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Nov 18, 2007
Profile modified: Apr 2, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Pro
Linked url: https://www.drmele.com
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Sep 21, 2019
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Berkeley, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.8722,-122.2679977
San Francisco, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.7752,-122.4189987
San Jose, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.3201,-121.8779984
San Mateo, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.5591,-122.3219986
Walnut Creek, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.9063,-122.064003
Bay Area, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 37.8044,-121.810997

Latest ratings of treatments

Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Chin Implant (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 2/5
Ear Surgery (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implants (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Gynecomastia Surgery (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Gynecomastia Surgery (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Gynecomastia Surgery (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
Breast Implant Removal (Mar 2013) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 3/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 1/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 1/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Liposuction (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Removal (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Liposuction (Aug 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
Breast Implant Removal (Feb 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Ear Surgery (Aug 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implants (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implants (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Augmentation (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Augmentation (May 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Mini Lift (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Augmentation (Mar 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Implant Revision (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Breast Augmentation (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Inverted Nipple Surgery (Mar 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
Ear Surgery (Jul 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Inverted Nipple Surgery Prices

$2230 – Mar 22, 2017
$2230 – Mar 22, 2017

Breast Augmentation Prices

$7200 – Sep 2023 – Walnut Creek, CA
$6558 – Dec 18, 2020
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7200 – Oct 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7500 – Mar 22, 2013 – walnut creek, CA
$7200 – Nov 2012 – Walnut Creek, CA
$7200 – Nov 2012 – Walnut Creek, CA

Ear Surgery Prices

$3000 – Aug 23, 2016 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3000 – Aug 23, 2016 – Walnut Creek, CA

Breast Implants Prices

$6558 – Dec 18, 2020
$6558 – Dec 18, 2020
$6558 – Dec 18, 2020

Gynecomastia Surgery Prices

$15000 – Aug 27, 2021
$15000 – Aug 27, 2021
$15000 – Aug 27, 2021

Buccal Fat Removal Prices

$3200 – May 22, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3200 – May 22, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3200 – Jun 30, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3200 – Jun 30, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA

Breast Implant Removal Prices

$5570 – Mar 26, 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Aug 9, 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Jul 5, 2016 – Walnut Creek, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA
$3500 – Feb 23, 2016 – San Francisco, CA

Liposuction Prices

$8000 – Aug 30, 2021
$8000 – Aug 30, 2021

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

$12865 – Nov 24, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$15169 – Jun 16, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$12500 – Jun 16, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$12500 – Jun 16, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA
$12500 – Jun 16, 2015 – Walnut Creek, CA

Mommy Makeover Prices

$22000 – Jan 23, 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$22000 – Jan 23, 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$22000 – Jan 23, 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$22000 – Jan 23, 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA

Mini Lift Prices

$6300 – Oct 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$6300 – Mar 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA
$6300 – Mar 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA

Breast Implant Revision Prices

$8500 – Oct 2018 – Walnut Creek, CA
$8500 – Feb 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA
$8500 – Jan 2013 – Walnut Creek, CA
$8500 – Dec 2012 – Walnut Creek, CA
$8500 – Dec 2012 – Walnut Creek, CA

Nipple Surgery Prices

$2230 – Mar 22, 2017
$2230 – Mar 22, 2017
$2230 – Mar 22, 2017

Facelift Prices

$10300 – May 23, 2014 – Walnut Creek, CA
$10300 – May 23, 2014 – Walnut Creek, CA

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Treatments

Galderma Offer
Nov 1, 2019 /
Dec 31, 2023

Sign up for Aspire Galderma Rewards prior to your appointment to receive $20 off on each treatment listed below: Dysport®, Restylane® family, Sculptra® Aesthetic.

Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

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Hip dents after lipo. What can be done to correct this?

Indentations after Liposuction
Sep 29, 2019

The most common problem after liposuction is a contour irregularity, either a bump or a dent, and the usual solution is liposuction for bumps or fat transfer from another area for dents. It can be a difficult problem and treatment often requires multiple surgeries. I have treated many dents in this area with fat grafting. A few were after liposuction, but the majority were the normal contours that my patients were born with. So while the dent may be new for you, it is not uncommon.Before ...

Should I get a normal TT or FDL?

Tummy Tuck vs Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck
Sep 27, 2019

The Fleur-De-Lis Tummy Tuck is like a Tummy Tuck, with the addition of a vertical scar. The vertical incision is used to remove skin centrally. The main indication for the vertical scar is horizontal laxity of the abdominal skin. While Tummy Tucks are great for removing lower skin laxity they primarily pull the abdominal skin down. The vertical scar allows the skin to be pulled together horizontally. If your upper abdominal skin is tight when pushing it side to side, you will not rece...

Kybella, Belkyra or injection lipolysis for double chin?

Lipolysis vs Liposuction
Sep 27, 2019

Liposuction is more effective and safer than either of the products you mention. There is five times the risk of temporary paralysis with these agents because the bile acid used in them dissolves the fat that insulates the nerves in addition to the fat under the chin. The paralysis rate is 5% for the injectables vs 1% for liposuction. These fat dissolving injections usually take more than one treatment, while liposuction usually works the first time. The recovery is about the same.

When can I have TT and breast lift surgery after ileostomy?

Tummy Tuck after Previous Abdominal Surgery
Sep 26, 2019

There are several issues to sort out before embarking on additional elective surgery. Number one is your health. You need to be healthy and preexisting health problems need to stable and maximally treated. Number two is your nutrition. Good nutritional status is important for normal healing. After two large surgeries on your digestive system, you will want to wait until everything is "back to normal" before proceeding. You need to heal the surgery you've had, and you need you gi tract to ret...

Can I expect a little lift in inner thigh skin with full tummy tuck?

It's a Tummy Tuck.
Sep 25, 2019

Tummy Tucks tighten the belly muscle and skin and can remove disproportionate fat. It can be combined with Liposuction to reduce the muffin top as it extends around to the sides and back. Tummy tucks can be designed to lift the pubic region, but cannot lift the inner thigh. This requires a thigh lift.The anterior thigh is lifted a little, but this is more a side effect than the goal of a tummy tuck. Think of it like Newton's third law, "For every action, there is an equal and opposite re...

Is this gynecomastia? My height and weight are 165 cm and 49 kg respectively

Gynecomastia vs Pseudogynecomastia
Apr 11, 2019

Gynecomastia is growth of the glandular tissue beneath the nipple. It usually feels like a firm, rubbery mass under the skin. Pseudogynecomastia, literally "fake" gynecomastia, is caused by disproportionate fat and is soft. Often a little of both is present, so I approach this with a combination of liposuction for the fat and direct excision of the glandular component. It is hard to tell which you have from your pictures.

Is this ok for 3 weeks post op? I got lift with 300cc moderate round implants. They have dropped but lo

3 weeks is early after surgery
Apr 11, 2019

Three weeks is not enough time to see your final results; however, it is never to early to discuss this with your surgeon. Without before pictures, it is hard to give an educated answer. Your surgeon, on the other hand, has the information, and is in the best position to get you to a happier place. Good luck.

Can doctors "anchor" the tissue internally when performing breast lifts so they are less likely to sag

Breast Lift Security
Apr 11, 2019

Breast lifts primarily remove excess skin and reshape the breast mound. While internal sutures are of used to help maintain the shape, they cannot keep living tissue from growing and gravity from working. Most plastic surgeons "overcorrect" knowing that the skin tends to relax as it heals, the amount of relaxation is variable; however, the better the tissue, the longer the results will last. Even techniques with "internal bras" tend to relax over time. Attempts have been made to use...

Will 415cc too big for me? Will be D cup? Or DD?

Breast Implant Size and Cup Size
Apr 11, 2019

Determining the best size requires teamwork. It can be the most difficult part of breast augmentation, and it is best be sorted out before surgery. Do your homework. Buy bras the size you want to be, and stuff them to the size you like. Bras with a lot of underwire, padding or with shaped cups can be deceiving. Try your favorite size with different clothes. Zip lock bags filled with rice work well. Once you've got the right size, bring them to your plastic surgery consultation. This will h...

Will surgery to fix leaking implant hurt as much as first surgery and will recovery be quicker?

Replacement of Saline Breast Implants After a Leak
Apr 11, 2019

Sorry about the leak. There are no guarantees in medicine, but usually replacement of a deflated saline implant with the same sized implant is much easier than the initial placement. The pocket is created and the muscle healed, so most patients have mild pain at the incision for a few days, and rapidly get back to normal.

2 1/2 weeks post op beast implant removal, does this look like I'm bottoming out?

Bottoming Out?
Apr 11, 2019

It does not look like bottoming out, but it is time to get checked out. Go see you plastic surgeon and let them check you out. Without before pictures, it is difficult to make sense of the asymmetry.

Is getting a new air bubble 9 months post op for my breast augmentation normal?

Sloshing After Breast Augmentation
Apr 11, 2019

A mild sloshing immediately after Breast Augmentation is common. This is less common months or years out, but it can happen. The most common reason is an increase in activity or exercise. A rough plane ride could do it. Give it a few a few days to settle. If it is not going away, or if it seems to be getting worse, check in with your plastic surgeon and let them examine you.

Gastric bypass 16 years ago. I developed severe low back pain from excess skin. Skin removal considered

Medical Necessity Depends On Who You Ask.
Apr 11, 2019

While it helps to have letters from doctors and physical therapist, and documentation of all disabilities and therapeutic efforts, medical necessity is ultimately determined by your insurance company. You should contact them and see is they have guidelines available for panniculectomies. This is solely the removal of the excess skin, in the front, at the belt line.

Am I a candidate for an arm lift?

Arm Lift Candidate.
Apr 11, 2019

Arm Lifts are meant for removing excess upper arm skin and the fat associate with it. Your complaint is a common one. The arm keeps moving when you're not. The upside, there is nothing more effective for reducing the loose skin. The downside, the car is not predictable. Sometimes it is thin; sometimes it is obvious. It is best to plan the incision location so that it is less visible when the arm is down.

How long should a person wait post rhinoplasty before doing a chemical peel or laser skin resurfacing?

Other Procedures After Rhinoplasty
Apr 11, 2019

This is great question for your rhinoplasty surgeon. They have the knowledge of what was done and your medical history and can make the best guidance for making your decision.

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Last updated on 11/24/2023