Oculoplastic Surgery · Beverly Hills, CA
Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery of Eyelids, Orbits, and Tear Ducts
About
Steven Leibowitz, M.D., is an internationally recognized oculoplastic surgeon and Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, bringing unparalleled expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid surgery to patients across the Western United States.
Dr. Leibowitz earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Theoretical Mathematics from Brandeis University in 1975, graduating Magna Cum Laude with departmental honors in chemistry. He completed his medical degree at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York in 1979, followed by an internship and medical residency at Stanford University Medical Center. His formal training in ophthalmology was completed at the prestigious Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary at Harvard University, where he earned his residency credentials and subsequently completed a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery—board-certified training that established the foundation for his distinguished career.
Since 1985, Dr. Leibowitz has maintained a thriving private practice while serving as an attending surgeon and educator at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute, where he was promoted to Associate Clinical Professor in 2016. He is a distinguished member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American College of Surgeons, and numerous other prestigious professional organizations. His expertise extends internationally through his membership in the Asia Pacific Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
A noted authority on thyroid eye disease, Dr. Leibowitz has treated hundreds of patients with advanced therapies and serves as a principal investigator for multiple clinical studies on emerging treatments. He is recognized nationally as the leading prescriber of Tepezza for thyroid eye disease management. Additionally, Dr. Leibowitz instructs advanced orbital surgeons from around the world through his teaching role at the Jules Stein Eye Institute Masters' Orbit Surgery Course.
With practice locations in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Bakersfield, Dr. Leibowitz remains dedicated to delivering exceptional surgical outcomes while advancing the field through education, research, and mentorship of the next generation of oculoplastic surgeons.
Fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS-approved), Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University.
Background
Dr. Leibowitz is an expert in Thyroid Eye Disease and has treated hundreds of patients with TEPEZZA. He is also a principal investigator for several clinical studies on new medications to treat Thyroid Eye Disease.
Dr. Leibowitz is the number one prescriber of TEPEZZA in the United States.
Featured in the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Medical
Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY
Doctor of Medicine, 1979
Undergraduate
Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
B.A., Chemistry & Theoretical Mathematics
Magna Cum Laude, 1975
Honors
Departmental Honors in Chemistry
Abram Sachar International Fellowship, 1974
Brandeis University Creative Research Award, 1975
Internship
Intern & Resident in Medicine
Stanford University Medical Center, Palo Alto, CA
1979–1980
Residency
Resident in Ophthalmology
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University, Boston, MA
1981–1984
Fellowship
Fellow in Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS-approved)
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University, Boston, MA
1984–1985
Senior Honors Award, 2013
Jules Stein Institute, UCLA Medical Center
Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, 2016–Present
Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology & Attending Surgeon, 1985–2015
Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Director, Ophthalmic Plastic for Orbital Surgery & Trauma, 1985–2003
Martin Luther King Hospital, UCLA Medical School
Chief of Ophthalmology, 1991–1994
Midway Hospital, Los Angeles, CA
Program Originator & Instructor, Orbital and Ocular Plastic Trauma Service, 1984
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University
Clinical Fellow, 1981–1985
Harvard University
Inorganic Chemistry Preceptor, 1974–1975
Brandeis University
Founders Group (Active Member), 1996–2008
Sponsored and organized the annual Las Vegas PGA event and numerous charitable golf tournaments.
Dispensed over $15 million to local charities.
Medical Director of PGA Events.
Medical Missions to St. Lucia, 1984–2013
Self-funded medical missions.
Honorary Commander, 99th Medical Group Squadron
Nellis Air Force Base.
Services
Services
Services
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Dr. Leibowitz personally reviews every patient inquiry. Most consultations are available within two weeks.
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UCLA Medical Plaza
Los Angeles, CA
Las Vegas Office
Las Vegas, NV
Beverly Hills Office
Beverly Hills, CA
Bakersfield Office
Bakersfield, CA
