Ronald Moy Obituary-Death News; Dr. Ronald “Ron” Moy, Leading Cosmetic and Facial Plastic Surgeons Passes Away
Dr. Ronald “Ron” Moy, one of the nation’s most distinguished cosmetic and facial plastic surgeons, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of medical excellence, innovation, and compassion that shaped the field of dermatologic and aesthetic surgery.
Based in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Moy was widely respected for his surgical skill, groundbreaking research, and decades of contributions to patient care and physician education.
With a career spanning more than 25 years, Dr. Moy performed over 30,000 procedures, specializing in cosmetic and facial plastic surgery, including facelifts, eye lifts, liposuction, laser skin resurfacing, and Mohs Micrographic Surgery.
He was known not only for his clinical mastery but for his deep dedication to each patient’s health, well-being, and confidence. Dr. Moy’s academic and professional credentials placed him among the elite in his field.
He completed his dermatology residency at UCLA and later pursued a prestigious fellowship in Facial Cosmetic and Mohs Micrographic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh.
His dedication to education continued as a professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, where he also served as Co-Chief of the Division of Dermatology and Chief of Dermatologic Surgery.
He trained numerous fellows through the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, shaping the next generation of leading physicians. Dr. Moy’s contributions extended far beyond the operating room. He was a prolific author, publishing over 200 scholarly articles, and served as Editor-in-Chief of Dermatologic Surgery Journal.
His leadership roles were numerous: President of the American Academy of Dermatology (2011–2012), President of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (2004–2005), President of the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery, and President of the Division of Medical Quality, Medical Board of California in 2005.
He was also a long-time Editorial Board member for journals such as Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Dr. Moy was the recipient of numerous honors, including the Samuel J. Stegman, MD Award for Distinguished Service—recognizing his outstanding contributions to dermatologic surgery.
He also served his local community by volunteering his services at the Venice Family Clinic for two decades, embodying his belief that access to quality care is a right, not a privilege.
Colleagues admired Dr. Moy for his brilliance, humility, and mentorship. Patients cherished his warmth, his artistry, and his ability to restore not just appearances, but self-esteem. His practice became a trusted destination for those seeking world-class care, and his passing is felt deeply across the global dermatology and plastic surgery communities.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Moy was known as a devoted family man and a mentor to many. His vision and dedication to advancing the field of cosmetic and dermatologic surgery changed countless lives and raised the standard of care for patients everywhere.
Dr. Ronald Moy’s legacy will live on through the generations of physicians he trained, the thousands of patients he healed, and the innovations he helped pioneer. The medical world has lost a true icon, and his absence will be deeply felt. Plans for a memorial will be shared in the coming days.
