Suzanne Quardt MD – Palm Desert Plastic Surgery

I was not happy at all with the service provided by This Doctor. I had doubts about doing my surgery on surgery day and decided to go forward anyway, big mistake. The results have been less than I expected, I was in extreme pain and my surgical wound became infected. I am still having complications almost 3 months out. Dr Quartz dismisses most of my concerns and is not adequately responsive to problems that present themselves. If I had the choice to do it over again, I would not. Dr. Quartz told me «you are lucky you didn’t end up with a open wound». I want her to know there are Surgeons who have long standing records of no infections. If you do your job right. It is possible. I hope this saves someone from having a terrible experience like I had.

Dr Q is certainly the best and her staff are also very friendly and professional I have seen her now twice and will be seeing her again very soon I come to the States ²⁄₃ times a year from Sydney Australia. She is a lovely lady. Thank you Dr.Q.

Dr. Q and her staff are very pleasant. They have seen me each time I’ve called and the wait time is less than 5mins once there. Dr. Q Is very nice gentle and takes her time to answer all my questions. Can’t wait to see my final results. Was also given an amazing Discount on other services. I was even able to get my husband a great aqua Facial I’m sure he’ll enjoy.

Dr Quardt is AWESOME! My surgery went very well. I woke up with barely any pain. Within two weeks I was able to go back to yoga! :). Dr Q treated me so well throughout my surgery as well as after. I received a call from her the very next day to make sure I was doing okay and I have seen her various times since. Dr Q. is dedicated and treats all her patient equally. Her prices are affordable and all-​inclusive. I was so nervous going in but the anesthesiologist, Adriana and Dr. Q made me feel very comfortable and at ease. I couldn’t have asked for anything more for my surgery. I will only trust her for my body and recommend her to anyone!

I had a 12 consultation appointment. At 12:45 I was put into a consultation room and at 1:20 when I still was to seen, I left. I believe anyone that takes advantage of someone’s time has no concern for that individual so I decided I needed to see another surgeon.

Much respect for Dr Q! Last year I had a consult with her for a rhinoplasty. She took her time with me, did an exam and took photos. She discussed that she can do the rhinoplasty surgery but she felt that I was going to need more work than she was comfortable doing and she referred me to a friend and colleague in Hollywood. I am beyond happy with her honesty. She even offered to remove any sutures post op if needed. I moved forward with the surgery with the surgeon she highly recommended and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you Dr Quartz!

I made a consultation appointment for 3:30 at 4;30, after being put into an examination room at 4:00, I was still waiting to be seen. At that point, I left. This was not an emergey room where one expects to wait. This is a business. My time is as important as Dr Quardts’ My experience was far froom satisfactory. I would not recommend this practice.
Gary R

I had a breast augmentation by Dr Q in September I am so happy with my results now 6 months out I was insanely nervous as it is a life changing decision she made me more comfortable in every aspect and gave me the exact look I wanted just refer her to anyone I hear talking about any kind of plastic surgery procedures she is the best

Dr Q did my breast reduction in July 2014. Dr Q and her staff are amazing! I felt comfortable and was never nervous about my surgery. The outcome was so much more than I had expected with amazing results. I love how caring & concerned Dr Q & her staff are.

excellent service great staff the doctor is very nice and caring

I went to Dr. Q almost two years ago to get breast implants after having my 15 year old implants removed by another doctor a year prior. I was not happy with how I looked and I went to several doctors (5) in the Coachella Valley (including the original doctor who performed my implant surgery in 1997) for consultations prior to seeing Dr. Q. After every visit I felt discouraged and I wasn’t sure I wanted to have another surgery. However, Dr. Q was patient, kind, and extremely positive about what she could do for me. It was such a difference from my experience with all the other doctors I had seen. More importantly, she gave me options and asked what I wanted. The other doctors told me what THEY wanted to do and never asked me how I felt about it. I immediately scheduled my surgery and I felt I was in good hands. Everything went perfectly and the results after almost two years are amazing. She is a great doctor and a wonderful person. I see her now for other procedures like Botox and fillers, and I would not think of going anywhere else.

Dr. Quardt performed a breast reduction on me on March 29, 2013, and I couldn’t be happier. Through every step of the process, Dr. Quardt, her nurse Brittany, and the entire staff were very caring, supportive, and knowledgeable.
During my initial visit, Dr. Quardt provided me with all the details about the surgery and what I could expect following surgery. She gave me all the time I needed to ask my many questions and ensured that I was clear about the procedure.
Surgery took me from a 36DD to a 34C (removing three pounds of breast), pain following surgery was minimal, and, during my follow-​up appointments, Dr. Quardt and Brittany kept me informed of what they observed and my progress. In addition, the years of pain in my neck and back disappeared immediately, I can sleep on my back without breathing difficulty, and the size/​weight of my breasts are no longer a consideration when it comes to clothing, activities, etc. As a bonus, people look at my face when talking to me now! :-)
The surgery has changed and improved my life more than I can express in this review. At 67, I am more physically active and my self-​esteem, confidence, and self-​image have greatly improved.
Dr. Quardt and her staff demonstrated great professionalism and caring during the past year. And, when I was hospitalized for another matter a month after the breast reduction, Dr. Quardt called me to ask if she could help in any way.
I have great respect for and confidence in the doctor and have recommended her to a number of women considering this surgery.

Dr. Q. is a phenomenal surgeon! She is a perfectionist with a keen eye for detail. I have had two surgeries for excess skin removal from extreme weight loss surgery and I am so pleased with the results and I am only 2 months post op.
Dr. Q. Is one of the friendliest and most outgoing doctors I have ever had the pleasure of being treated. She is always up beat, warm and exercises genuine concern for her patients, and is very proactive. Her office staff is exceptional and always attentive to your every need. Thank you Dr. Q and staff for your outstanding care during my recent surgeries and recovery!

I arrived for a consultation appointment. I completed forms that should have been sent to me so I didn’t waste time doing it in the office. By the time I entered a room (with only one patient called in before me), I waited in the room over 45 minutes. No one ever checked on me and I finally came out to ask what was happening and was told there were plumbers there. She was surprised no one had kept me informed. I heard footsteps going back and forth the whole time. I have previously managed surgical offices and do practice management. Although a free consultation, I am a potential paying patient. I had to leave to go back to work after having spent 1 ½ hrs driving and the hour plus, so much time wasted. Never received a call of apology or any other acknowledgement. Gives the impression that she doesn’t need the business. Very disappointing.

After a number of consultations, I decided to have my breast augmentation done by Dr. Q. There were a ton of contributing factors to my selection of surgeon, but what was most important to me was how comfortable she made me feel. I have a fear of doctors and hospitals, but this was a procedure I had wanted for years. Through education and much patience she helped me decide what type, profile and size was good for me. The COMPLIMENTARY consultation took almost an hour and a half. I never felt rushed through an appointment. Since the surgery she has done numerous follow ups which made me feel much more at ease. I got the exact look I wanted. Included with the BA was Botox provided by the breast implant company. I was sure there would be some catch. Like a surgeon fee or something. NO catch free Botox for me and a friend. The Botox turned out absolutely perfect. It looks very natural and now I have no wrinkles.

I have seen Dr. Quardt now for over five years. I consider it «repairs and maintenance». I think she is nothing short of amazing. I started with surgery and then maintained with fillers, botox and laser. I think it has greatly decreased the signs of aging, has given me great confidence, and increased my motivation to take care of myself. I feel good about myself inside and out. Dr. Quardt is trained in the latest and greatest techniques and is a highly regarded surgeon (she was Chief of Plastics at Eisenhower.) She is compassionate and caring and can relate to her patients. I talked to several doctors and evaluated them and my comfort level closely before I chose one. Please feel free to contact me if you wish to speak to me directly for a reference.

My mother lives in Palm Springs and visits Dr. Q for her «lift-​ups & touch-​ups» as she calls them. As far as my mom goes, she looks beautiful and never «over-​done.» She loves Dr. Q because she says she feels very comfortable and confident that the Doctor won’t make her look unnatural.
Last time I came out and visited, my mom talked me into coming with her to her appointment. The office is beautiful and not «doctor’s office-​y» at all. There are beautiful chandeliers and furniture, but it didn’t feel snobby. The woman at the front desk was beautiful and very friendly and welcoming. I wasn’t planning on having anything done, but the Doctor and her staff told me about the light chemical peels. I saw before and after photos, and decided to go for it. The staff made me feel extremely comfortable. In the next few days, I noticed my skin to be much smoother and the freckles I’ve acquired from my years in sunny California have dramatically lightened.
I was very hesitant about ever having something cosmetic done, but Doctor Q changed my view on it. If I was to ever do anything again, I would definitely want to go back to her. I think being a woman, she just somehow understood my concerns and nervousness more.
Thank you!

It has now been almost 3 months since my surgery and my recovery is going way better than anyone has ever seen. I have a large group of friends, a few of which have had breast reductions and they still have major scarring. Mine is almost completely gone. This is hard to imagine because I have dark skin and usually we scar worse than others. At this rate, by summer I will not be able to see any scars at all. I also have full feeling and sensitivity. Sooo glad I chose Dr. Quardt.

LOVE LOVE LOVE Dr Quardt. I do only visit for Botox but I find her friendly, kind, professional and skillful at her work. I would see her for something more if I ever feel the need.

My experience was very much the same as Debbie’s. Even though my insurance was going to cover my procedure, Dr. Quardt insisted I pay the full amount up front and assured me I would get reimbursed. It took at least eight months after the procedure to get the original money back (she had my payment AND the insurance company’s payment the entire time.) I’m certain I would not have gotten reimbursed if I hadn’t made at least 20 calls to her office. Her manner is abrupt, she schedules unnecessary «follow up» visits where she does absolutely NOTHING just so she can bill your insurance. Her staff even apologizes for her rude behavior. This is the worst doctor I have seen for any reason in all my years.