Pacific Lipo

Clinic Profile

Pacific Lipo (pacificlipo.com) is a state-of-the-art, AAAHC-accredited surgery center focused on body contouring and liposculpture. The practice is built around the idea that many people, no matter how much they diet and exercise, still can’t change their shape — and its procedures aim to deliver results in a spa-like, outpatient surgical setting with faster recovery, minimal scarring, and smoother, firmer results. Some procedures can be performed with only local anesthetic, and various forms of sedation are also available.

Main Location (San Diego / La Jolla): 8899 University Center Ln, Suite 250, San Diego, CA 92122 Phone: (858) 427-8899 Email: info@pacificlipo.com Hours: Monday–Saturday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday closed Website: pacificlipo.com

Additional Locations:

• Newport Beach: 301 Bayview Circle, Suites 202 & 218, Newport Beach, CA 92660 — (888) 575-8898
• Beverly Hills / Los Angeles: 8500 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 103, Beverly Hills, CA 90211 — (424) 421-2250 (interim office: 50 La Cienega Blvd, Ste 150, Beverly Hills, CA 90211)

Background and History

Pacific Lipo was established in 2010 as a dedicated body contouring surgery center in San Diego’s La Jolla neighborhood, achieving accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Its independent surgeons have collectively performed thousands of procedures.

Over the years the practice expanded from its San Diego flagship to Newport Beach (Orange County) and Beverly Hills, drawing patients from across Southern California and beyond — including clients who travel from as far as Australia. Throughout its growth, Pacific Lipo has maintained a focus on affordable, accessible body contouring, featuring exclusive monthly specials on its most requested procedures.

Services and Programs

Pacific Lipo specializes in surgical body contouring, along with select facial and breast procedures.

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Body Contouring & Liposculpture

• Liposuction (including SmartLipo, Vaser, and laser lipo)
• J-Plasma / Renuvion skin tightening
• Body sculpting and body contouring
• Arm lifts

Tummy & Post-Weight-Loss

• Tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)
• Mommy makeover
• Skin tightening after weight loss

Brazilian Butt Lift & Fat Transfer

• Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)
• Fat transfer / fat grafting

Breast & Facial Procedures

• Breast augmentation and breast lift
• Gynecomastia treatment
• Facelift and rhinoplasty

Doctors and Medical Professionals

Pacific Lipo’s procedures are performed by independent, experienced plastic and cosmetic surgeons across its three locations. The following surgeons are named in the practice’s materials and verified patient reviews.

Dr. R. Guttikonda — Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Guttikonda is one of Pacific Lipo’s most frequently praised surgeons, performing procedures including Brazilian Butt Lifts, tummy tucks, liposuction, and breast procedures. Patients consistently describe him as kind, patient, and skilled at understanding their goals and body type.

Dr. Bivens — Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Bivens performs body contouring procedures including tummy tucks, liposuction, and combined mommy-makeover procedures, and is described by patients as patient, positive, and highly skilled.

Dr. Heidi Regenass — Cosmetic Surgeon (Newport Beach)

Dr. Heidi Regenass performs liposuction and body contouring, including chin liposuction with J-Plasma, and is noted by patients for collaborating with them to achieve their aesthetic goals.

Dr. Compoginis — Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Compoginis is a surgeon on the Pacific Lipo team, described by patients as straightforward and thorough in addressing procedure concerns.

Clinical & Support Team

Pacific Lipo’s surgeons are supported by anesthesiologists, nurses, medical assistants, and patient coordinators. Support staff frequently praised by name in reviews include Stefani (Front Office Manager / Patient Coordinator), Stephanie, and Amber. Prospective patients can confirm the current surgeon roster and credentials directly with the practice.

Reviews and Patient Feedback

Pacific Lipo has an extensive review presence, including 301 reviews on its San Diego Yelp page, plus 53 (Beverly Hills) and 49 (Newport Beach) reviews, and additional feedback on RealSelf, Facebook (80% recommend across 46 reviews), and Nextdoor. Patients frequently praise the surgeons’ skill and bedside manner and the supportive, communicative staff throughout the pre-op, surgery, and post-op process. Prospective patients are encouraged to check current ratings on Google, Yelp, and RealSelf for each location.

Testimonials and Quotes

The following testimonials are drawn from the practice’s website and RealSelf reviews:

“Dr. Guttikonda performed my BBL. He knew what I wanted, what was best for my body type and sculpted me to perfection! We can’t thank him enough for the fabulous job he performed!”

“My whole experience with Pacific Lipo has been nothing but amazing! I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Bivens for a full tummy tuck… in my opinion he is a master at his work as a plastic surgeon! All the staff, anesthesiologist, medical assistants, nurses — everyone is so helpful, kind, and cares!”

“I’m a man looking to have chin lipo done… Dr. Heidi in Newport was incredible! The whole process and team were very friendly and helpful along the way.”

Pricing and Value Signals

Pacific Lipo emphasizes accessible, affordable body contouring and features exclusive monthly specials on its most sought-after procedures (for example, promotional pricing quoted for abdominal liposuction and fat transfer). The practice offers military discounts, virtual and in-person consultations, and various anesthesia/sedation options. Specific procedure pricing is provided during consultation.

Verification Notes

• San Diego/La Jolla address (8899 University Center Ln, Suite 250, San Diego, CA 92122), phone (858) 427-8899, email, and hours confirmed from Yelp and Facebook; San Diego treated as the main location as the practice was established there and it carries the most reviews.
• Newport Beach (301 Bayview Circle, Suites 202 & 218) and Beverly Hills (8500 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 103; interim office at 50 La Cienega Blvd, Ste 150) addresses and phones confirmed from the website and Yelp. Note the interim Beverly Hills office — confirm the current active LA address before publishing.
• Establishment year (2010) and AAAHC accreditation confirmed from Yelp business descriptions.
• Surgeon names (Dr. R. Guttikonda, Dr. Bivens, Dr. Heidi Regenass, Dr. Compoginis) confirmed from verified patient reviews on Yelp and RealSelf and the website; support staff (Stefani, Stephanie, Amber) confirmed from reviews. Confirm full surgeon credentials and current roster with the practice, as Pacific Lipo uses independent surgeons who may vary by location.
• Services confirmed from Yelp specialties and the website.
• Testimonials confirmed from the website and RealSelf; review counts confirmed from Yelp (301 / 53 / 49) and Facebook (46 at 80% recommend).
• Category fit: a body contouring / liposuction surgery center — strongly relevant to post-weight-loss and body-shaping audiences, though it is a surgical cosmetic practice rather than a medical (non-surgical) weight loss clinic. Confirm intended category placement.