Dr Raj Kanodia

Plastic Surgeon

American Kolkata, India

Quick Info

ProfessionPlastic Surgeon
NationalityAmerican
BirthplaceKolkata, India
Date of Birth01/01/1949
Age77 years

Latest News about Dr Raj Kanodia

25/07/2025

Khloé Kardashian publicly confirmed that Dr. Raj Kanodia performed her rhinoplasty and other cosmetic procedures, crediting him for her recent transformation and glow-up. The revelation brought significant media attention to the Indian-origin surgeon and his celebrity clientele.

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Bio/Wiki

Nick NameDoc Hollywood
Known ForBeing one of the most in-demand rhinoplasty specialists in Los Angeles, USA

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173 cm)
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityUniversity of Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata
DegreeDoctor of Medicine (MD) in Otolaryngology
Graduation Year1971

Personal Life

Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Gardening
ReligionHinduism
Marital StatusUnmarried

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

SiblingsHe is the second of six siblings.

Career

OverviewDr. Raj Kanodia is recognized as one of the foremost plastic surgeons globally, specializing in closed (scarless) rhinoplasty techniques. After completing his medical education at University of Calcutta Medical College in 1971, he trained further in the US, landing significant career milestones.
Highlights
  • Moved to the US for additional medical training after finishing his studies.
  • Internship at Loyola University Medical Centre in 1972, followed by a residency in Otolaryngology from 1973 to 1977.
  • Completed a fellowship focusing on facial plastic surgery in 1997.
  • Established Kanodia Medspa in Beverly Hills in 1979, where he still operates.
  • Performed notable procedures for celebrities, including rhinoplasty for former President Bill Clinton.
  • Utilizes advanced techniques and technology, including computer graphics, for surgical planning.
  • Performed over 10,000 scarless rhinoplasty surgeries over 39 years.
  • Completed a fellowship in Head and Neck Oncology with a focus on facial plastic surgery at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago in 1997.
  • Established practice in Beverly Hills, specializing in closed rhinoplasty.
  • Performed notable procedures for celebrities and public figures, including rhinoplasty for former President Bill Clinton in 1993 and an endoscopic brow lift on Senator Bob Dole.
  • Performed over 9,000 scarless rhinoplasty surgeries over more than 37 years.
ExperienceWith over four decades in the closed rhinoplasty field, Dr. Kanodia has successfully completed more than 10,000 surgeries.
Notable ClientsJennifer Aniston, Britney Spears, Cindy Crawford, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Charli D'Amelio
Surgical FeesApproximately $14,000 to $25,000 per rhinoplasty surgery
Daily PracticeTypically performs around 15 to 20 cosmetic procedures daily, with approximately 50% of clients from Hollywood and Bollywood
Medical LicensesCurrently licensed to practice medicine in California, Florida, and New York

Style Quotient

BackgroundDr. Kanodia is known for his expertise in aesthetic enhancements and has been featured in various celebrity and plastic surgery shows including Dr 90210 and E!. He is widely regarded as the best rhinoplasty surgeon in Los Angeles and has been featured on TMZ, Vogue, and Keeping Up With The Kardashians.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Grew up in Kolkata, India, in a well-educated family with a father in the insurance sector.
2. Prefers spending time with older friends since childhood.
3. Typically performs around 15 to 20 cosmetic procedures daily, with half of his clients from the entertainment industry.
4. Owns a lavish mansion in Beverly Hills valued at $180 million.
5. Passionate about gardening, cultivating a wide variety of plants in his home garden.
6. Close friend of renowned cosmetic entrepreneur Anastasia Soare.
7. Made headlines in July 2025 when Khloé Kardashian praised him on social media.
8. Has 2.3 million Instagram followers.
9. Created a unique skincare line called Ayur-Medic based on Ayurvedic herbs and anti-aging compounds.
10. Currently licensed to practice medicine in California, Florida, and New York.
11. One of the very few plastic surgeons in the world who performs only closed rhinoplasty, with all incisions created inside the nose.
12. Made headlines in July 2025 when Khloé Kardashian publicly praised him on social media for her rhinoplasty and cosmetic procedures.
13. Was spotted at the lavish wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in India, where he was photographed with both Kim and Khloé Kardashian.
14. Serves a global roster of clients including artists, models, politicians, executives, and royalty.
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