Dr. Leif Rogers, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in gender-affirming care. With Ivy League training and a passion for innovation, Dr. Rogers brings surgical artistry and deep empathy to every patient, helping transgender individuals achieve results that align with their identity and inspire true confidence.
Certification & Specialization
Dr. Leif Rogers, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with Ivy League training and membership in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Based in Beverly Hills, California, he leads a comprehensive practice offering both cosmetic and reconstructive services, with a strong emphasis on gender-affirming procedures.
Where Identity Meets Innovation
Renowned for his work in microsurgical breast reconstruction and facial/body contouring, Dr. Rogers designs treatment plans that honor each patient’s gender identity and transition goals. Working closely with patients, Dr. Rogers and his team identify the most effective surgical and non-surgical solutions for every individual, creating a space where gender-diverse people feel seen, understood, and empowered to pursue their true and most authentic selves.
Educational Background & Training
Undergraduate education
1988-1992
B.S. Cell and Developmental Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
Cum Laude
Medical education
1992-1996
M.D. Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
Hospital appointments
1992-1996
Huntington Memorial Hospital, Pasadena, California
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Burbank, California
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Post-doctorate training
1996–1997
Fellowship Research – Research Coordinator and Laboratory Manager
Division of Plastic Surgery, Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
1997–1998
Internship General Surgery
New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
1998–2000
Residency General Surgery
New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY | Columbia – Presbyterian Medical Center
2000–2001
Fellowship Research – Bone and Tissue Engineering Center
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2001–2003
Residency Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA
2003–2004
Fellowship Aesthetic Surgery
Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, NY
Dedication & Innovation
While Dr. Rogers’ passion for plastic surgery is undeniable, what drives him is the opportunity to innovate. Every trans or nonbinary individual has a unique relationship with their identity, which inspires creative, custom solutions rooted in the latest techniques. From facial harmonization to body contouring, Dr. Rogers is continually exploring new ways to help his transgender and gender-diverse patients achieve results that conform to their authentic selves.
Transition Into Your Authentic Self...
Dr. Leif Rogers is a compassionate and highly skilled plastic and reconstructive surgeon specializing in gender-affirming procedures that help transgender individuals align their outward appearance with their true identity. Begin your transition with a surgeon who truly understands you—schedule a consultation with Dr. Rogers in Pasadena or Beverly Hills today.
Redefining
Gender-Affirming
Care & Aesthetics
Transitions: Where Your True Self Emerges
BEVERLY HILLS: 310.860.8915PASADENA: 626.537.3737
