Roya Ghafouri | رویا غفوری

Dr. Roya Ghafouri, MD, is a highly skilled Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgeon based in Beverly Hills, California. With extensive training in cosmetic, reconstructive, and functional eyelid and orbital surgery, she combines precise surgical techniques with an artistic eye to help patients achieve both aesthetic beauty and improved function.

Her distinguished career includes serving as the Director of Oculoplastics and Reconstructive Surgery at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Ghafouri is also a published author of numerous peer-reviewed medical articles and a sought-after speaker at national medical conferences, sharing her expertise with surgeons and healthcare professionals across the country.

Dr. Ghafouri’s educational journey began at UCLA, where she graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. She earned a Master of Science in Physiology and completed her medical doctorate with high distinction at Chicago Medical School. Following medical school, she completed her internship at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles and served as Chief Resident at Boston Medical Center, affiliated with Boston University Medical School.

She further specialized through a fellowship in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Tufts University School of Medicine. Returning to Boston Medical Center, she led the Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service as Director. Throughout her academic and clinical career, Dr. Ghafouri has received numerous awards and honors, including recognition as a “Super Doctors Rising Star” in the Los Angeles area.

• Cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
• Reconstructive eyelid and orbital surgery
• Facial rejuvenation and skin resurfacing
• Treatment of eyelid malpositions
• Management of tear duct disorders
• Functional and aesthetic correction of eyelids and surrounding tissues

Dr. Ghafouri is passionate about blending medical precision with artistic vision to help her patients feel confident and comfortable in their skin. Returning to her Southern California roots, she values the opportunity to serve her local community, assisting individuals in achieving their personal beauty goals while restoring essential eyelid function.

She balances her demanding career with a fulfilling family life alongside her husband, Daniel Esmaili, a Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon at Retina-Vitreous Associates in Los Angeles. Together, they raise two young children. This balance enriches Dr. Ghafouri’s compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

• Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, University of California, Los Angeles (Cum Laude)
• Master of Science in Physiology
• Medical Doctorate, Chicago Medical School (with high distinction)
• Internship, Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles
• Chief Residency, Boston Medical Center, Boston University Medical School
• Fellowship in Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Tufts University School of Medicine
• Former Director of Oculoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Boston Medical Center
• Recipient of multiple academic awards and honors
• Named “Super Doctors Rising Star” – Los Angeles area