Dr. Christian Arroyo

Dr. Christian Arroyo works hard to create the ideal patient experience from the moment you walk in the door. He recognizes that each patient’s goals are unique and takes the time to craft a customized treatment plan that is right for them.

Across the state of Texas, Dr. Arroyo is a leader in the field of plastic surgery. Patients often travel from throughout the state and beyond for his outstanding surgical abilities.

His work has been published in books as well a peer-reviewed journals. He has also been a speaker at several notable plastic surgery and medical research conventions across the United States.

A World-Class Patient Experience

Dr. Arroyo is a premier plastic surgeon based in Houston, Texas. Originally from Puerto Rico, he is fluent in both Spanish and English. He uses this multicultural background to help provide a world-class patient experience for his international clients. Whether you speak English or Spanish, you can have peace of mind that he can answer all of your concerns and questions – without complication.

Awards and Media

Dr. Christian Arroyo was voted as Houston's Best of the Best Plastic Surgeon Winner for 2022 by Houston Chronicle!

Dr. Arroyo was featured on Houston Happens: See the article here.

Welcome to Arroyo Plastic Surgery

Dr. Arroyo's Education

He attended medical school at The University of Puerto Rico. He then went on to his general surgery residency at The University of Connecticut and the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. After this, he completed his plastic surgery residency at Houston Methodist Hospital, consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals," according to U.S. News and World Report.

Dr. Arroyo is a compassionate and caring plastic surgeon who prudently seeks out the safest and most functional techniques available in plastic surgery. At Arroyo Plastic Surgery, you will always find the latest technological advances, never needing to worry if something better will be available elsewhere.

One of the most significant examples of this is his use of TIVA (Total Intravenous Sedation) for sedation during most procedures. This means that during the surgery, patients do not have to undergo invasive sedation such as intubation with general anesthesia, which can lead to severe side effects.

A Customized Treatment Approach

Dr. Arroyo – who is known among his patients for his cool demeanor and commitment to results – specializes in a number of surgical procedures. This includes breast augmentation, tummy tuck, liposuction, mommy makeover, rhinoplasty (nose job), eyelid surgery, vaginal rejuvenation, hair restoration, breast reconstruction, and more. Because he is well versed in several procedures, he is able to craft customized treatment plans to tackle all of your concerns. These may include a combination of several surgical procedures or a mix of surgical and non-surgical treatments.

You’ll be able to see Dr. Arroyo’s commitment to his patients beginning during your consultation. When you meet with Dr. Arroyo, he will go into great detail about your procedure’s benefits, recovery, possible complications, and functional differences that may occur after your surgery. It is always his goal for you to leave the consultation with more understanding than you had before. Dr. Arroyo believes you should always feel 100% informed, prepared, and comfortable with your choice in plastic surgeons, and we would love to be your decision on this journey.

Personal Care, Even After Surgery

At Arroyo Plastic Surgery, the patient experience doesn’t end when the surgery is over. During the recovery stage, Dr. Arroyo makes himself fully available to his patients. He is always ready and willing to answer any follow-up questions or address any patient’s concerns.

Recent Publications

Book Publications
Barrera A and Arroyo-Alonso C. Management of Complications with Hair Transplantation. In: “Complications in Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation: Avoidance and Management.” Carniol PJ, Avram MW, Brauer JA. Thieme Medical Publishers. 2020, In Press.

Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles/Abstracts
Walker WE, Goldstein DR. Neonatal B Cells Suppress Innate Toll-Like Receptor Immune Responses and Modulate Alloimmunity (I received an acknowledgment in this publication). The Journal of Immunology. 2007 Aug; 179(3): 1700-1710. Cited in PubMed; PMID: 17641036.

Oral Presentations
Arroyo-Alonso C, Doval A, Ellsworth WE. “Pilot Experience of Closed Incision Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy on Abdominal Donor-Site in Free Flap Breast Reconstruction”. 2018 Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting

Arroyo-Alonso C, Eisenberg DP, Carlton M, O’Loughlin M, Wai C, Jimenez R. “Safety of Minimally Invasive Distal Pancreatectomy outside a High Volume Center.” 2016 New England Surgical Society Resident Research Symposium

Arroyo-Alonso, C, Stone A, Tishler A, Papasavas P. “Pre-operative sexual function of bariatric surgical candidates using SFG.” 2015 Resident Research Symposium. Farmington, CT

Kamath A, Arroyo-Alonso C, Seidu S, Singh D, Que F. “Pancreatic Stump Leak after Distal Pancreatectomy: Predictors and Outcomes.” 2013 Digestive Disease Week. Surgical Society of Alimentary Tract; Orlando, FL

Hughes C, Arroyo-Alonso C, Babigian A. “Management dilemma of the severely traumatized hand: Early amputation vs attempted salvage.” 2012 New England Hand

Poster Presentations

Arroyo-Alonso C, Eisenberg DP, Carlton M, O’Loughlin M, Wai C, Jimenez R. “Safety of Minimally Invasive Distal Pancreatectomy outside a High Volume Center.” 2016 New England Surgical Society Meeting

Arroyo-Alonso, C, Stone A, Tishler A, Papasavas P. “Predictive factors for improvement in sexual function after bariatric surgery.” 2015 Obesity Week. Los Angeles, CA

Arroyo-Alonso, C, Warhol A, Ekker SC. “Using Behavioral Sensitization to measure the effects of Nicotine Replacement Therapies on Nicotine Addiction”. 2008 Mayo Clinic Visiting Medical Student Research Symposium. Rochester, MN.

Arroyo-Alonso C, Walker WE, Goldstein DR. “Neonatal B cells suppress innate Toll-like receptor immune responses and modulate alloimmunity”. 2006 Yale School of Medicine BioSTEP Research Symposium. New Haven, CT.