Dr Raghu G. Elluru, MD

Name: Raghu G. Elluru, MD
Last name: Elluru
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1996
Years experience: 27
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: Southwest Michigan Plastic and Hand Surgery
Address: 7971 Moorsbridge Rd.
Phone: (269) 409-4404
International phone number: +12694094404
City: Portage
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49024
Country: US
Additional Address: 3600 Capital Av., SW
Suite 205
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Statement: As a board-certified plastic surgeon, and co-founder and partner at the former Great Lakes Plastic and Hand Surgery practice, I’ve been blessed to have met thousands of men and women in Southwest Michigan who are seeking state-of-the-art plastic surgery and non-surgical enhancements. I’m privileged to be part of an excellent medical community, and proud to use my extensive training to help you enhance the way you look and feel about yourself. I understand that the decision to have cosmetic surgery is an important one and cannot be taken lightly. I balance understanding, open, honest communication, and precise surgical techniques to offer individualized solutions tailored to each of my patients’ needs. With each patient, I aim to provide the highest level of patient satisfaction by achieving as natural and harmonious a result as possible.
Consulting Fees: 100$
Consultation note: Fee holds your appointment; fee will be applied to surgical cost.
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers: 
Offer #1: $50 Consultation Fee applied to surgical procedure
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: all the time
Detail: $50 consultation fee will be applied to the cost of a surgical procedure when booked and paid for.
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Bronson Methodist Hospital, Borgess Medical Center, Battle Creek Health Systems
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BA, Biology, Austin College, Sherman, TX, 1984
  • Medical: MD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School Dallas, TX, 1988
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residencies:
  • General Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center, Indianapolis, IN, 1993
  • Plastic Surgery, Indiana University Medical Center, 1995
  • Fellowship: Hand and Microsurgery, Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery
  • Louisville, KY, 1996
Member of: 
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)

Raghu G. Elluru, MD

Board Certification: 
Raghuram Gopalakrishna Elluru (ABMSUID – 5898750)

Viewed: 1/13/2009 CST

Day of birth:
7/26/1962

Status: Alive
Certification:
American Board of Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery – General
Status: Certified

Active Time-Limited Recertification 11/1/2007 – 12/31/2018

Active Time-Limited Initial Certification
9/12/1998 – 12/31/2008
Surgery of the Hand – Subspecialty
Status: Certified

Active Time-Limited Recertification 8/4/2007 – 12/31/2020}

Active Time-Limited Initial Certification
8/28/2

– 12/31/2010}
American Board of Surgery

Surgery – General
Status: Not Certified

Expired Time-Limited Initial Certification
3/22/1994 – 7/1/2004
Education: 1988 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: 6719 Oleander Ln
0Portage, MI 49024-3993 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 42.2015354,-85.6306929

Primary location: 
Location name: Kalamazoo
State: MI
Country: US
Map point: 42.2909,-85.59420013
Treatments: 
  • Areola Reduction Surgery
  • Arm Lift
  • Body Lift
  • BodyTite
  • Botox
  • Brazilian Butt Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reconstruction Revision
  • Breast Reduction
  • Brow Lift
  • Butt Augmentation
  • Butt Lift
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Implant
  • Chin Liposuction
  • Dermabrasion
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Dermaplaning
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Evolve
  • Excel V
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • FaceTite
  • Facial
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Genioplasty
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • IPL
  • Jessner Peel
  • Juvederm
  • Laser Genesis
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Latisse
  • LED Light Therapy
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Implants
  • Lip Surgery
  • Liposculpture
  • Liposuction
  • Liposuction Revision
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Mentor Breast Implants
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Microneedling
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mohs Surgery
  • Mole Removal
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Panniculectomy
  • Pearl Laser
  • Ptosis Surgery
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Silk
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Salicylic Peel
  • Scar Removal
  • Sculptra
  • Secret RF
  • Septoplasty
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Subcision
  • TCA Peel
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Thigh Lift
  • Titan Laser
  • Tumescent Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Volbella
  • Vollure
  • Voluma

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.7
Profile views: 8727
Answer count: 10
Review count: 18
1 star count: 1
4 star count: 1
5 star count: 14
Total star count: 16
Star rating: 3.8233004768674
Photo count last three months: 10
Photo and answer count last three months: 10
Lead count last three months: 14
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Nov 11, 2008
Profile modified: Aug 10, 2023
Profile photo modified: Aug 10, 2023
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Performance
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Apr 24, 2017
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Kalamazoo, MI, US. GPS coordinates: 42.2909,-85.59420013

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Implant Revision (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (May 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Facelift Revision (Jul 2022) – Overall rating: 1/5 (Wait times: 2/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 1/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 1/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 1/5)
  • Male Tummy Tuck (May 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Aug 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Jul 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Dec 2021) – Overall rating: 4/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (Dec 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift with Implants (May 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (May 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mommy Makeover (Jan 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Rhinoplasty (Dec 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implants (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implants (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implant Revision (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Jun 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Implants (Apr 2017) – Overall rating: 4/5

Latest Prices

Breast Lift with Implants Prices

  • $7465 – May 28, 2020
  • $7465 – May 28, 2020
  • $7465 – May 28, 2020

Facelift Revision Prices

  • $14000 – Jul 2022 – Portage, MI
  • $14000 – Sep 2015 – Portage, MI

Male Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $12000 – May 22, 2014 – Portage, MI

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $8000 – Jul 23, 2015 – Portage, MI
  • $9290 – Dec 17, 2020
  • $9290 – Dec 17, 2020
  • $9290 – Dec 17, 2020

Breast Implants Prices

  • $7500 – Dec 2021 – Kalamazoo, MI
  • $6000 – Apr 3, 2018 – Portage, MI
  • $7500 – Apr 2017 – Kalamazoo, MI
  • $7500 – Jul 2009 – Kalamazoo MI

Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $7500 – Mar 11, 2021
  • $7500 – Mar 11, 2021
  • $7500 – Mar 11, 2021
  • $3000 – Aug 25, 2016 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $3000 – Aug 25, 2016 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $3500 – Jul 2012 – Michigan
  • $3500 – Feb 2011 – Michigan
  • $3500 – Aug 2009 – Michigan

Mommy Makeover Prices

  • $14465 – Jan 2, 2013 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $15500 – Jun 17, 2015 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $15500 – Jun 17, 2015 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $15500 – Jun 17, 2015 – Battle Creek, MI
  • $14465 – Jan 2, 2013 – Battle Creek, MI

Liposuction Prices

  • $7800 – Aug 14, 2013 – Portage, MI
  • $7800 – Aug 14, 2013 – Portage, MI
  • $7800 – Aug 14, 2013 – Portage, MI

Rhinoplasty Prices

  • $4500 – Dec 23, 2015 – Portage, MI

Facelift Prices

  • $14000 – Sep 2015 – Portage, MI

Other Prices

  • $12000 – May 22, 2014 – Portage, MI

Body Lift Prices

  • $12000 – May 22, 2014 – Portage, MI

Practice Locations

Name & Website
Southwest Michigan Plastic and Hand Surgery – Portage, https://swmphs.com/
Address
7971 Moorsbridge Rd., Portage, Michigan, US, 49024 (GPS coordinates: 42.2015477,-85.6307199)
Phone
+12693290655
Working Hours
Mon: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Tue: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Wed: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Thu: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Fri: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Created / Modified
Dec 5, 2016 / Apr 6, 2023

Special Offers

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Start Time / End Time
Detail
Treatments
TruSculpt iD, Introductory Pricing
Oct 2, 2018 /
Dec 31, 2018
We are offering special introductory pricing on our new TruSculpt iD body sculpting machine!
Any treatment
Introductory Pricing for Microneedling
Sep 6, 2018 /
Dec 31, 2018
Introductory pricing for our new microneedling machine the Secret RF! Face & Neck treatment for $400, a package of 2 for $750. A 6″ diameter spot treatment for $350, a package of 2 for $650.
consultation
$475 6 Sessions Bikini Line Laser Hair Removal
May 8, 2018 /
May 31, 2018
For $475 receive 6 sessions of laser hair removal for your bikini line.
Specific treatments
$295 6 Sessions Underarms Laser Hair Removal
May 8, 2018 /
May 31, 2018
For $295 receive 6 sessions of laser hair removal for your underarms.
Specific treatments
$50 Consultation Fee applied to surgical procedure
Mar 27, 2018 /
May 17, 2033
$50 consultation fee will be applied to the cost of a surgical procedure when booked and paid for.
Any treatment
Buy 1, get 1 half off Laser Limelight or Genesis
Apr 1, 2018 /
Apr 30, 2018
Buy 1 Laser Limelight or Laser Genesis treatment, get one Laser Limelight or Laser Genesis half off (up to a $237 savings)
Specific treatments
2 Kybella Treatments for $1,000
Mar 27, 2018 /
Apr 30, 2018
Receive 2 Kybella Treatments for $1,000 (a $1,400 savings).
Specific treatments
Latisse (20% Off)
Apr 1, 2015 /
Apr 30, 2015
– Latisse (20% Off)
Specific treatments
Bikini Laser Hair Removal (15% Off)
Apr 1, 2015 /
Apr 30, 2015
– Bikini Laser Hair Removal (15% Off)
Specific treatments
Laser Genesis (20% Off)
Apr 1, 2015 /
Apr 30, 2015
– Laser Genesis (20% Off)
Specific treatments
20% Off Surgical Fee of any Cosmetic Surgery
Jan 20, 2015 /
Feb 28, 2015
We are offering 20% off the surgical fee of any cosmetic surgery procedure now through the end of February!
Any treatment
Buy a Bikini Package: Get an Underarm Package Free
Jan 20, 2015 /
Jan 31, 2015
Buy a Bikini Package: Get an Underarm Package Free!
Specific treatments
All Skin Care Products 15% Off
Dec 3, 2014 /
Dec 31, 2014
All Skin Care Products 15% Off
(Obagi, Peter Thomas Roth, Keyano, Latisse, Clarisonic)
Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Pre op Rhinoplasty-How long exactly will a nose job recovery take? Also what prescription do they u
Rhinoplasty recovery
Jul 11, 2018
Recovery after rhinoplasty can vary from individual to individual. Typically it takes 4-6 weeks for healing to be complete. It can take several months for all swelling in the nasal tip area to abate. At 3 weeks after the surgery if you are feeling comfortable, I think it would be reasonable for you to attend the concert. Your nose however, will not be completely healed. You will need to take great caution to avoid anything that could bump or hit your nose.
What is the reason (outside of appearance) for the incision for a tummy tuck extending from hip bon
Amount of skin to be removed
Jul 11, 2018
In abdominoplasty surgery, we remove extra skin from the abdominal region. Typically the length of the scar is dictated by the amount of skin that needs to be removed. In other words the longer the scar the more skin that can be removed. When people have extra skin in their 'love handle' areas, the incision extends from hip to hip. This allows contouring of not only the abdomen but the love handle regions as well. There are no real medical issues that arise related to the length of the scar....
It feels like a pin pricking me from the inside out after facelift. Advice?
Massage the area
Jun 12, 2018
Patients often experience a variety of sensations after undergoing facelift surgery. The particular sensation you are experiencing could be from a variety of causes. It could be from nerve regeneration pain or from an internal suture. Fortunately, all of these symptoms do disappear over time. Sometimes massage in the area can reduce sensitivity.
What procedure would you recommend to raise my eyelids and decrease my very deep crow’s feet when I
Endoscopic Brow Lift
Jun 12, 2018
Based on pictures, it appears that you have something called 'brow ptosis'. Basically, your eyebrows have fallen over time. When this happens it can give you a 'closed' look to your eyes. Often this makes people look tired and sad. I would therefore suggest an endoscopic brow lift. In this procedure, the eyebrows are raised to a more youthful position. It makes your eyes look open, alert, and youthful. Also in this procedure, the muscles that make you scowl are weakened. This procedure can...
Breast augmentation incision decision.
Breast Implants Through the Armpit
May 22, 2018
There are multiple approaches to performing Breast Augmentation. You can place the implant through the armpit, under the breast, or through an incision around the areola. Each approach has distinct pros and cons. In terms of the armpit approach, the resulting scar is much more hidden compared to the other two approaches. The con is that there is some evidence to suggest a slightly higher rate of capsular contracture due to some of the bacteria that may live in the area. Also, with this...
Mommy Makeover Recovery Time
Mommy Makeover Recovery
May 22, 2018
Everybody recovers differently after surgery. Some people tolerate it better than others based on their pain tolerance, determination, psychological state of readiness, etc. The pain of a tummy tuck is similar to that of a c-section. It sounds like you tolerated that well. Breast Augmentation pain is less than that of a tummy tuck but will be an additional area of pain. In order to minimize pain and sedation post op I use NSAIDS such as Motrin and have patients only use narcotics when...
How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?
Blepharoplasty Cost Varies Per Patient's Needs
May 8, 2018
Blepharoplasty pricing is difficult to predict until you have had a complete evaluation. The surgeon will determine your goals and objectives and then design a plan to suit your needs. You may also need a brow-lift which would increase your cost. Everyone is different and predicting what you will need is difficult. Other plastic procedures are more standard in degree and therefore can be a little easier to provide a price range.
Advice for Exercise After Breast Augmentation?
Exercise after Breast Augmentation
May 8, 2018
Strenuous or athletic exercise is strongly discouraged for a few weeks after breast augmentation for a few reason. First of all, exercise raises heart rate and blood pressure. This can result in bleeding from any surgical area. Second, it requires strain of muscles in the area (even if you are just on an exercise bike). You are spending a lot of money and time on enhancing your breast contour. Why take the chance by exercising and possibly complications?
Can You Have a Baby After a Tummy Tuck?
Pregnancy After Tummy Tuck
Apr 21, 2017
Great question! Although most of my Michigan tummy tuck patients have completed their families prior to having a tummy tuck, I have had patients who became pregnant afterwards. I advise that you not do so within six months of your surgery, as you're still healing. However, depending on the size of your baby, and the fact that some women become larger or smaller than others while pregnant, it's wise to assume that you might need a tummy tuck revision if you have children after...
How Much Does a Tummy Tuck Cost?
Cost of a Tummy Tuck in Michigan
Apr 21, 2017
At my plastic surgery practice locations in Battle Creek and Portage, Michigan, pricing, all-inclusive (my fees plus OR and anesthesia) run between $5K and $7500. We use only board certified anesthesiologists, which do cost more than nurse anesthetists, but we find that our tummy tuck and other plastic surgery procedure patients like that.
Most importantly, it's imperative that you see the before/after photos of your potential surgeon.
Good luck to you in your search for...

Latest Before And After Photos

Last updated on 11/26/2023