About
Ruben Castro MD
PLASTIC SURGEON
Refined aesthetic surgery focused on facial rejuvenation, breast enhancement, and body contouring results that feel elegant, anatomical, and true to you.
Aesthetic Philosophy
Form, Function & Longevity
Dr. Castro completed six years of integrated plastic surgery training at UC Irvine. He is currently completing the Bruce Connell Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship, a prestigious program that provided the opportunity to train directly under world-renowned experts in Newport Beach, Texas, and San Francisco.
This intensive sub-specialization focuses on complex primary and revision surgery, mastering techniques from global leaders in the field. The emphasis remains on proportion, harmony, and longevity over trends: ensuring every result is built to age gracefully through refined enhancement.
Background & Discipline
A Foundation of Discipline
Dr. Castro’s surgical mindset is built on a foundation of deliberate planning and meticulous technique. Prior to his medical training, he served as a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman, an experience that demanded calm under pressure and uncompromising standards of care.
That mindset carries into his surgical work today: an unwavering focus on safety, predictability, and excellence at every step of the patient journey.
Education
Academic Excellence
Dr. Castro studied Physiology and Neuroscience at UC San Diego before earning his medical degree from UCLA. His plastic surgery residency and aesthetic fellowship have been anchored in Orange County’s leading academic centers.
By combining rigorous academic training with an elevated eye for proportion, Dr. Castro creates results that feel balanced, modern, and quietly confident.