Align Surgical Associates Inc.
Gender confirmation surgery for transwomen, transmen, and gender diverse individuals
"Thank you Align Surgical team for changing my life in the most amazing and clarifying event of my life." — K.D.A.
We remain open to continue serving the transgender community
With the safety and well-being of our patients and staff as our highest goal, Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal are determined to provide needed medical care and planning.
- VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS: we continue to be busy with phone and video visits providing access to all patients interested in gender confirming surgery
- FOLLOW UPS: we continue to provide needed care for our existing patients by phone and video, and in person when medically appropriate
- SURGERY: we are currently performing surgery with proper safety measures in place
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions. To the best of our ability, we pledge to keeping you safe, healthy, connected, and informed during COVID-19.
With best wishes, Your Align Surgical Team
San Francisco’s most committed transgender surgeon
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Identity Confirmed
Choosing to affirm your gender identity through surgery may be among the most important and exciting decisions you can make. Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal specialize in Bay Area transgender surgery, and their number one goal is to make your transition as comfortable, enjoyable and empowering as possible. You will find our practice to be a supportive sanctuary where authenticity and compassion are deeply valued, and where individuality and personal style are nurtured.
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It is always my honor to work with the LGBTIQ community. I consider gender confirmation surgery to be my life’s calling.
- DR. Thomas Satterwhite
Dr. Thomas Satterwhite
Dr. Satterwhite has been working with the transgender population since 2014, helping transmen and transwomen to fully actualize their aesthetic potential and embody their ideal version of themselves while gaining in self-confidence and self-love.
After obtaining his medical degree from Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA, Dr. Satterwhite followed up with a demanding residency in plastic surgery at Stanford Hospital, one of the most highly regarded facilities around the globe. He then embarked on a prestigious fellowship in the complex and painstaking field of craniofacial surgery in Miami, FL under the tutelage of Dr. Anthony Wolfe, an internationally respected surgeon.
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Dr. Dev Gurujal
Dr. Gurujal is among the most accomplished, compassionate, and dedicated gender confirmation surgeons practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is dedicated to guiding his patients through the life-affirming journey to a happier, more fulfilling future.
Dr. Gurujal’s mission is to use his love of surgery and design to advance gender confirmation surgery, helping the transgender community through surgeries which are thoughtful, safe, and innovative
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A Message from Dr. Satterwhite
- Dr. Thomas Satterwhite
Video Testimonials
Stacey's Facial Feminization with Dr. Gurujal
Omega's Double Mastectomy with Dr. Satterwhite
West's Chest and Phalloplasty Revision with Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal
Eirin's Facial Feminization Testimonial with Dr. Satterwhite
Patient Testimonials from procedures with Dr. Guruja
Did You Know...
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Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal are passionate about education, as they feel that a well-informed patient with realistic expectations has the best chances of a successful outcome and a positive surgical experience. For this reason, Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal spend a great deal of time in consultations listening to your wishes and concerns and co-creating a vision for your surgery that appeals to your aesthetic desires and unique tastes. You can expect to walk away from your initial meeting with Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal fully knowledgeable about every phase of your transformation.
Today more than ever, transgender is beautiful. The happiest years of your life lie ahead.
Top Surgery
Top surgery is performed to contour the chest, and give the client a more masculine appearance. For transmen, top surgery is performed to remove excess breast tissue and create a more chiseled, streamlined upper torso. The nipples may also be adjusted to appear more masculine.
Learn MoreFacial Feminization Is Yours
Creating delicate, feminine features that reveal your softer side.
Learn MoreDr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal are among the most skilled plastic surgeons in the region when it comes to facial feminization techniques, thanks to their rigorous training in craniofacial surgery. Align Surgical offers the full gamut of procedures for bringing out your natural inner beauty and vitality. Among these are hairline advancement, forehead contouring, rhinoplasty, tracheal shave, facelift, eyelid surgery, lip augmentation and many others. Each procedure is personalized to blend seamlessly with your existing anatomy for an organic-looking outcome you will be thrilled with.
Facial Feminization Testimonial
Out of town patients
Considered among the best transgender surgeons in San Francisco, Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal draw patients from all over the world who come to the Bay Area for beautiful, nuanced results and warm, caring practice demeanor. Our doctors at Align Surgical ensure our out-of-town clients receive top-tier concierge treatment while they are in the area, with recommendations for lodging, travel, dining, shopping and sightseeing. California is among the most stunning destinations in America, so there is lots to see on your trip in addition to enjoying our fabulous office and chic décor.
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Bottom Surgery
Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal perform bottom surgery for both transmen and transwomen, giving them the dignity and self-confidence to fully express their sexuality and gender identity. For many transgender clients, gender reassignment surgery in San Francisco finally gives them the comfort and ease to be intimate with a partner for the first time. Dr. Satterwhite performs vaginoplasty and genital surgery for transwomen. For transmen, Dr. Gurujal performs phalloplasty, urethroplasty, and implant-based surgery.
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We remain open to continue serving the transgender community
With the safety and well-being of our patients and staff as our highest goal, Dr. Satterwhite and Dr. Gurujal are determined to provide needed medical care and planning.
VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS: we continue to be busy with phone and video visits providing access to all patients interested in gender confirming surgery
FOLLOW UPS: we continue to provide needed care for our existing patients by phone and video, and in person when medically appropriate
SURGERY: we are currently performing surgery with proper safety measures in place
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions. To the best of our ability, we pledge to keeping you safe, healthy, connected, and informed during COVID-19.
With best wishes, Your Align Surgical Team
Align Surgical wants to know how we can help
We feel deeply for the disruption that coronavirus has likely caused to your lives. Amidst the restrictions in place, we realize that virtual consults, follow ups, and booking future surgical dates may not meet all your needs.
If there is more we can do for you as a medical practice, we want to know.
Please reach out and let us know other ways we can help. We have set up points of contact at 415-530-5335 and [email protected] to hear your suggestions.
We are here to listen.
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