Dr. R. Scott Yarish, MD
With over 38 years of experience, Dr. Robert Scott Yarish has established a reputation not just for surgical excellence, but for creating a practice where patients are treated like family.
As the Founder and Director of Town & Country Plastic Surgeons and Lake Jackson Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Yarish combines the precision of a double board-certified surgeon with the refined eye of a sculptor. His approach to plastic surgery goes beyond technical skill—it is a deeply personal process focused on your overall well-being, health, and the achievement of natural, beautiful results that never look “overdone.”
“Artistry is 80% of what plastic surgery is.”
– Dr. Scott Yarish
Combining his love of surgery and sculpture, Dr. Yarish found a home in plastic surgery and has produced impeccable results with comprehensive and personalized cosmetic approaches for thousands of patients.
Dr. Yarish is a double-board certified plastic surgeon in Houston, Texas, specializing in surgical and non-surgical procedures for the face, breast, and body.
Passionate About Blending Art and Science
Plastic surgery is a field that relies on both scientific techniques and an artistic eye. This artistry is paramount to everything Dr. Yarish does in the operating room, and he understands the fundamental elements of beauty and how to achieve it with natural-looking results.
From a young age, Dr. Yarish was drawn to sculpture and three-dimensional art, a trait he learned from his mother. While completing his training in general surgery, Dr. Yarish began sculpting. He started with small facial features, sometimes working days to perfect an ear’s shape and natural folds.Eventually, he moved on to the body and learned a greater appreciation of the human form.
As Dr. Yarish continued with his surgical training, he could never escape his love of sculpting and the artistic feel he had in his heart. This led him to plastic surgery, which has been his life’s focus ever since.
Dr. Yarish’s passion for sculpting and continued study of the human form have been instrumental in his knowledge of how subtle differences can make a dramatic difference in results. This allows him to create significant cosmetic changes that look natural, not surgical.
Influenced By His Decades of Experience
Dr. Yarish has grown significantly from his three decades of surgical experience and has created a practice model that focuses intently on caring for the whole patient while providing optimal and safe cosmetic results.
As Dr. Yarish has developed as a surgeon, his patients have grown with him, and his surgical techniques have been adjusted and fine-tuned over time to meet the needs of his patients.
Committed to His Patients and His Staff
Dr. Yarish has been fortunate to have a dedicated staff and patient base, many of whom have been with him for decades.
These long-standing relationships have turned Town and Country Plastic Surgeons into something of a family practice in the sense that Dr. Yarish and his team are friendly and like a family. Dr. Yarish is committed to ensuring that his patients receive a white-glove level of service, which has brought many of his patients back to him for additional procedures.
Dedicated to Bringing Help to Less-Fortunate Patients With His Mission Trips
In 1993, Dr. Yarish founded The Crystal Foundation to help children in Guerrero, Mexico, receive needed reconstructive surgery, including correction of cleft lips and palates.
The Crystal Foundation has grown significantly since Dr. Yarish first started his yearly visits.
While the foundation started small, with Dr. Yarish and a few other surgeons carrying down the equipment needed and performing surgeries in the kitchen of a gymnasium, it has grown significantly. Thanks to donations and assistance from Rotary International, The Crystal Foundation now has its own clinic, and each trip consists of multiple physicians and medical personnel.
Dr. Yarish was awarded the 2017 Physician Exemplary Award from Memorial Hermann Medical Missions for his work with The Crystal Foundation.
Get to Know Dr. Yarish a Little Better
In addition to being a plastic surgeon who loves to sculpt, Dr. Yarish is also a pilot, a hobby that requires the same focus and steady hand as being a surgeon. Dr. Yarish loves flying his plane whenever he and his family travel.
In addition, Dr. Yarish loves spending time with his seven grandchildren and participating in individual sports such as golf, snow skiing, water skiing, and tennis.
The Art & Science of Surgery
“Plastic surgery requires more than medical knowledge—it demands an artistic eye.”
Dr. Yarish’s unique perspective on surgery is rooted in a lifelong passion for art. Inherited from his mother, his love for sculpture and three-dimensional form began at an early age. During his general surgery training, he began sculpting in earnest, moving from intricate facial features to full human forms.
This artistic background allows Dr. Yarish to visualize the human body in three dimensions, a critical skill for procedures like facelifts and body contouring. He views every procedure as a fusion of science and art, using his “gentle touch” to create harmonious, balanced results that complement your natural anatomy.
“My passion for sculpting and my continued study of the human form have been instrumental in my knowledge of how subtle changes can make a very dramatic difference. I apply those techniques daily in the art of plastic surgery.” — Dr. R. Scott Yarish
Our Philosophy of Care
Dr. Yarish believes that aesthetic balance and good taste are essential to successful results—qualities that cannot be taught in medical school but are cultivated over a lifetime.
- Patient-Centric Approach: We prioritize the whole patient experience, from the initial consultation through recovery and beyond.
- Natural Results: The goal is always enhancement that looks like you—restored, refreshed, and confident.
- Safety & Trust: Your safety is paramount. We utilize a fully staffed, accredited surgical facility to ensure the highest standards of care.
Humanitarian Leadership: The Crystal Foundation
Dr. Yarish’s dedication to changing lives extends far beyond his private practice. In 1993, he founded The Crystal Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing life-changing reconstructive surgery for children in Guerrero, Mexico.
What began as a small operation in a gymnasium kitchen has grown into a full clinic supported by Rotary International and a team of volunteer medical professionals. The foundation treats children with cleft lips, palates, and other congenital deformities who would otherwise have no access to care.
- Recognition: In honor of his decades of service, Dr. Yarish received the 2017 Physician Exemplary Award from Memorial Hermann Medical Missions.
Beyond the Operating Room
Outside of his practice, Dr. Yarish is a man of diverse interests and deep family values. He is an accomplished pilot, a hobby that—much like surgery—demands intense focus, precision, and a steady hand.
When he isn’t flying or performing surgery, you can find him:
- Traveling with his family.
- Spending time with his seven grandchildren.
- Staying active through golf, tennis, snow skiing, and water skiing.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Yarish’s extensive training ensures you are in the hands of a true expert.
- Medical School: University of Wisconsin (1978)
- Internship: University of Oregon (1979)
- Residency: St. Joseph Medical Center
- Board Certifications: Double Board-Certified (American Board of Plastic Surgery)
- Affiliations:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS)
- Texas Medical Association (TMA)
- Houston Methodist Hospital & Houston Methodist West Hospital
Training
After finishing medical school, Dr. Yarish began his General Surgery residency at the University of Oregon.
When he realized that plastic surgery was his true area of interest, he continued his plastic and reconstructive surgery studies with a residency in Plastic Surgery at the Cronin, Bauer, and Biggs Houston Medical Center.
Certification and Awards
Physicians distinguish themselves by society memberships and board certification. Board certification requires that a written and oral examination be passed prior to membership and that hundreds of case studies be submitted for evaluation on technique and results. Dr. Yarish is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.
In addition to these certifications, Dr. Yarish is a member or fellow of the following:
- American Society of Plastic Surgery
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
- Texas Medical Association
- The Aesthetic Society
Dr. Yarish has been a frequent guest on Great Day Houston, giving him a platform to discuss his latest patients, techniques, and passion for plastic surgery.
Dr. Yarish’s Specialties
Dr. Yarish specializes in plastic surgery procedures on the face, breasts, and body.
Over time, his primary procedures have shifted as his long-standing patients have gotten older and are desiring different surgeries. While breast augmentation used to be his procedure of choice (and he performed more than most anyone in Texas), he has shifted to more facial procedures.
One of his specialties is facelift surgery, which is one of the most complicated techniques but also the most artistic. Performing facelift surgery allows Dr. Yarish to return to his sculpting roots since a facelift requires him to work in three dimensions to ensure everything is right.
While Dr. Yarish performs many facial rejuvenation procedures, he still loves performing tummy tucks and Mommy Makeovers and seeing the transformations these body contouring treatments can achieve.
In addition to the above surgeries, Town and Country Plastic Surgeons and Medspa offers an extensive collection of non-surgical and minimally invasive technologies, including injectables (BOTOX® Cosmetic, Dysport®, and dermal fillers), non-surgical fat reduction, laser skin tightening, and wellness therapies including medical weight loss, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, and IV vitamin drip therapies.
Visit Dr. Yarish
Dr. Yarish serves patients across the Greater Houston area with two convenient locations:
Town & Country Plastic Surgeons 950 Threadneedle St, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77079 (713) 467-0146
Lake Jackson Plastic Surgeons 215 Oak Drive South Lake Jackson, TX 77566 (713) 467-0146
