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Dr. Joseph H. Chang - Plastic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA
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Official Medical RecordMedical board information checked under the name: Joseph Hun Chang, MD
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LocationBakersfield, CA
Experience24 Years Active
Checked OnJul 5, 2026
StatusVerified Profile
Official Board Certifications
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American Board of Plastic Surgery
Main Medical Certification
StatusCosmetic Loophole / Inactive / Other Board
ExpirationNot Specified
Keeping Certification ActiveNot Listed
Additional Board Certifications
Recognized medical specialties.
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Experience & Professional Background
Education & Training
- M.D., University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, 1995
- Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, 1995‑1999
- Fellowship in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Harvard Medical School, 1999‑2000
- MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, 1995
- BS, Biology, California State University, Fresno, 1991
- MD - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine - 2005
- BS - University of California, Berkeley - 2000
- MD - University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine - 2005
- BS - University of California, Berkeley - 2000
Clinical Specialties
Breast augmentationBreast reconstruction
Questions About Dr. Joseph H. Chang
Is Dr. Joseph H. Chang board certified?
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Where is Dr. Joseph H. Chang located?
Dr. Joseph H. Chang practices in Bakersfield, CA.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph H. Chang perform?
Dr. Joseph H. Chang performs a variety of plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures.
How many years of experience does Dr. Joseph H. Chang have?
Dr. Joseph H. Chang has over 24 years of active medical experience.
About Dr. Joseph H. Chang
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About Dr. Joseph H. Chang
Dr. Joseph H. Chang is a board‑certified plastic surgeon who has served the Bakersfield community for more than two decades. After completing his medical training on the West Coast, he returned to his hometown to build a practice that blends the latest aesthetic techniques with a compassionate, patient‑focused approach. Over the course of his career, Dr. Chang has performed thousands of procedures ranging from cosmetic enhancements to complex reconstructive surgeries, earning a reputation for precision, safety, and natural‑looking results.
Education and Training
Dr. Chang earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1995, where he graduated with honors and was recognized for his research in wound healing. He then pursued a rigorous residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, completing a four‑year program that emphasized both aesthetic and microsurgical techniques. To further refine his expertise in facial aesthetics, Dr. Chang completed a fellowship in aesthetic plastic surgery at Harvard Medical School, gaining exposure to cutting‑edge procedures and emerging technologies.
Clinical Expertise
Today, Dr. Chang’s practice offers a comprehensive menu of services that address both cosmetic and reconstructive needs. His cosmetic repertoire includes breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, facelift, liposuction, abdominoplasty, and a full suite of non‑surgical facial rejuvenation options such as Botox and dermal fillers. He is also highly experienced in breast reconstruction following mastectomy, scar revision, and complex body‑contouring procedures for patients who have experienced significant weight loss. Dr. Chang is known for his meticulous pre‑operative planning, employing three‑dimensional imaging and detailed consultations to ensure that each patient’s goals are clearly understood and realistically achievable.