Other1 min readUpdated July 3, 2025

Then and Now Photo of Dr. Cat

The picture on my left was my 4th-grade school photo during my “awkward” phase. I had just gotten glasses and my dad thought it would be a good idea if he cut my hair for the school picture. I remember crying and not wanting to go to school. My dad told me that looks come and go and what mattered more was who I was as a person and what I could accomplish in my life. At the time I really didn’t understand how an awful haircut could help me. Now, many years later I still don’t understand????

I wanted to remind you that you are going to be ok even if you are not having the most amazing day or week and sometimes in moments where you feel sad, there are pearls of wisdom that can carry you throughout your life.

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Then and now photos of Dr. Cat Begovic, showcasing her inspiring transformation from childhood to a leading plastic surgeon.
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Dr. Cat Begovic

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Dr. Cat Begovic, MD, FACS

Board-certified plastic surgeon, trained in both head and neck surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Harvard-educated, UCLA trained.

Dr. Cat Begovic is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills known for her gentle techniques, compassionate patient care, natural-looking results, and virtually painless recoveries. With Harvard and UCLA training, she brings world-class precision to every procedure she performs. Her articles come from her practice: the questions patients ask at consultations, answered with the prices and techniques in use today.

  • 17 years in private practice, 6 years of surgical training
  • Named one of the world's top 5 plastic surgeons by Chic Icon Magazine
  • Featured on E!'s Dr. 90210 and founder of the luxury skincare brand MD GLAM
  • Patients from all over the world

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