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Rachel Ford, MD

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in Temecula Valley, CA

Dr. Rachel Ford is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has combined the perspective of an artist with the analytical prowess of a scientist in her work for almost a decade.

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About Dr. Ford

Dr. Ford completed her plastic and reconstructive training at Loma Linda University Health, where she developed the technical foundation for her career in aesthetic surgery. Before pursuing medicine, she completed graduate training in forensic sciences, with a concentration in forensic molecular biology, reflecting an analytical, investigative mindset that continues to inform her approach to patient care.

Her academic background includes research publications in peer-reviewed medical journals and presentations at local and national conferences. She has also participated in international surgical education and collaboration, including traveling to Hangzhou, China, to operate alongside fellow plastic surgeons. Beyond her private practice, Dr. Ford serves as clinical faculty with Riverside University Health System’s Division of Plastic Surgery, where she contributes to ongoing surgical education and training.

Dr. Ford ultimately was drawn to plastic surgery because it combines the disciplines she values most: anatomy, problem solving, and artistry. Her approach is grounded in careful analysis and evidence-based decision making, with an emphasis on incorporating techniques supported by research and proven outcomes.

Areas Of Expertise

Dr. Ford specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery, with a particular emphasis on breast procedures and body contouring.

Her approach to breast surgery is centered on careful planning, attention to detail, and understanding how each procedure fits within a patient’s anatomy and goals.

Her expertise includes:

  • Breast augmentation
  • Breast lift surgery
  • Breast reduction
  • Breast revision surgery
  • Implant-related procedures
  • Tummy tuck surgery
  • Liposuction and body contouring

When considering newer techniques, Dr. Ford takes a thoughtful approach, incorporating advancements only where there is meaningful evidence supporting their safety and efficacy.

Patients have affectionately referred to Dr. Ford as the “Belly Button Queen” for her meticulous attention to umbilical aesthetics during tummy tuck and body contouring procedures. She understands that even the smallest details can influence the overall harmony of a surgical result.

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“That initial consultation can be very vulnerable for patients. I don’t want patients to be nervous when they come in.”

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Patient Care Approach: “It’s the Journey”

For Dr. Ford, the consultation is one of the most important parts of the surgical process. She recognizes that many patients spend years considering whether surgery is right for them. She wants each patient to feel comfortable asking questions, discussing (often very vulnerable) goals, understanding their options, and feeling empowered in their choice.

She views surgery as more than an isolated procedure. “It’s a journey. We’re in it for the long haul,” she explains, emphasizing the importance of guiding patients through each stage of care. Sharing her surprise that many patients ask if they’ll see her again after surgery, she even jokes, “Honey, you’re going to get sick of seeing me!” She believes patients deserve a surgeon who remains accessible long after surgery is complete, and long-term investment in each patient is an essential aspect of her patient care philosophy.

Her approach is ultimately rooted in the kind of care she would want for herself. As she puts it, “I just try to be the surgeon that I would want to have.”

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Education and Training

Plastic Surgery Residency
Loma Linda University Health
Residency, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Medical Education 
University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY
Doctor of Medicine, Summa Cum Laude

Graduate Education
The George Washington University, Washington, DC
Master of Forensic Sciences, Concentration in Forensic Molecular Biology

Undergraduate Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, NC
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Summa Cum Laude

Board Certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery, Diplomate (Certified since 2018)

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Active Member
  • The Aesthetic Society, Active Member

Academic Appointments

  • Clinical Faculty, Riverside University Health System – Division of Plastic Surgery (Current)
  • Clinical Faculty, Loma Linda University Health – Department of Plastic Surgery (Past)
  • Clinical Faculty, University of California, Riverside School of Medicine (Past)

Honors and Awards

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor since 2023
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society
  • Frank R. Rogers Academic Achievement Awards
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“My definition of success? Recreating the picture a patient has in their mind and then having that result last long term.”
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Dr Ford was so incredibly kind and thorough. I felt very comfortable from the first consult and everything was explained to me so well. They worked with my schedule and the results are better than I could have thought. I’m extremely happy with my experience and would 100% recommend Dr Ford and Renuance to anyone.

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To schedule a consultation with Dr. Ford, book online or call us at our Murrieta office: 951.904.4032; or our Rancho Bernardo office: 858.585.4830.

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