Notice of Data Incident

August 1, 2023

Dear Patients:
We post this Notice pursuant to the United States Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) to inform you about a data incident involving an unauthorized release of patient Protected Health Information (“PHI”), as that is defined by HIPAA, at Gary Motykie, M.D., a Medical Corporation and Gary Motykie, M.D. (“Practice”), a covered entity under HIPAA.

PHI, as defined by HIPAA, is information that is “created, received, maintained, or transmitted by or on behalf of the health care component of the Covered Entity.” § 164.105 (a)(2)(i)(D). Information that is created or received by a Covered Entity and that relates to the past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition of an individual; or the past, present, or future payment for the provision of healthcare to an individual is considered PHI. PHI is required to be protected when transmitted or maintained in any form by a Covered Entity. Individual identifiers (including but not limited to name, address, telephone number, fax, email address, social security number, medical record number, etc.) maintained in a designated record set along with health information (including but not limited to x-rays, images, scans, physician notes, diagnoses, treatment, eligibility approvals, claims, remittances, etc.) are collectively considered PHI.

Event Description:
On or about June 6, 2023, an initial technical analysis of the Practice’s information technology network determined an unauthorized release of PHI occurred to an unknown third party. The initial analysis determined that the unknown third party accessed the Practice’s network. It was further determined that the unknown third party acquired some of the Practice’s patient’s unencrypted PHI and that party was not authorized to do so and did so in an unlawful manner.

The information that may have been accessed or acquired during this unauthorized access included:

First and last name 
Social Security Number (if provided)
Address
Driver’s license or identification card number
Financial account or payment card number, in combination with any required CVV code
Intake forms, which may include medical information and history
Images taken in connection with the services rendered at our office
Health insurance information (if provided)

Steps Taken to Address:
Upon discovery, the Practice took the following immediate steps to address the situation:

Computers and servers replaced
Network passwords changed
Endpoint detection, virus, and malware detection tools and software installed on workstations and server
Limitations concerning Internet access
Access controls put in place for users based on role and responsibility
Server policies in place
Device locking mechanisms
Multi factor authentication enabled
Network segregation efforts
Encryption of devices
Additional workforce training

Risk Assessment:

The Practice conducted a risk assessment to evaluate the potential harm to potentially impacted individuals. Based on that assessment, it is determined that there is a high risk of harm. It is essential for potentially impacted individuals to remain vigilant in monitoring their personal accounts and data and promptly report any suspicious activity to law enforcement or their financial institutions.

Assistance and Resources:
Starting on or about June 22, 2023, letters were mailed to patients providing the following resources to assist the potentially impacted individuals, offering at no cost:

two (2) years of no cost Triple Bureau Credit Monitoring/Triple Bureau Credit Report/Triple Bureau Credit Score/Cyber Monitoring services.
the services also include reviewing whether Information appears on the dark web and alert the individual if such Information is found online.
proactive fraud assistance to help with any questions in event a potentially impacted persons becomes a victim of fraud.

Steps to Prevent Future Incidents: We deeply regret any inconvenience or concern this Incident may cause. The Practice is taking numerous steps to help prevent similar Incidents in the future. We will continue to review and enhance our security measures, policies, and employee training.

If you failed to receive your letter in the mail, and/or if there is a concern your mailing address has changed since you were a patient at the Practice, please contact 1-800-405-6108 or call our office immediately at 310-246-2355 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific time, Monday through Friday.

How to Prepare for Your Liposuction Surgery Consultation?

How to Prepare for Liposuction Surgery Consultation | Beverly Hills Liposuction ranks among the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the US today. While the success rates in liposuction are very high, it is no guarantee that every procedure will deliver the best levels of satisfaction. To achieve a high rate of satisfaction, the patient should prepare well for a liposuction consultation and objectively determine their candidacy.

Dr. Gary Motykie is a leading cosmetic surgeon providing liposuction and various other body contouring surgeries. Dr. Motykie encourages his patients to ask questions during the initial consultation and educates them on all aspects of liposuction. He provides liposuction surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

Preparing for Consultation

With a little effort on preparation, the patient can expect to have a much more informative and useful consultation for liposuction plastic surgery. They should carefully evaluate their personal body contouring needs and aspirations. They should identify specific areas of the body where they feel particularly unhappy about excess fat deposits. All this information must be shared with the surgeon clearly during the first appointment.

The patient should check their health records to make a note of any serious medical conditions suffered in the past, the date of such illness and the treatment received. If any surgeries were performed in the past, they should be recorded along with the dates. If the patient has been taking any medications or herbal supplements, a list of names and dosages should be noted.

If the patient has had a history of smoking, drinking or drug use, they should take the surgeon into confidence and share the details frankly. These vital details will help the surgeon to formulate an appropriate liposuction surgery plan and ensure safe and optimal results. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and nearby areas.

Questions for the Surgeon

Prior to the first consultation for liposuction, the patient should start preparing a list of questions they would like to ask from the surgeon. Whenever a new question arises in the mind, they should add it to the list. A ready list of questions during the consultation will ensure that nothing important is missed out. An experienced surgeon will normally address all the questions in accurate details to help the patient make a well-informed decision.

If the patient is concerned about a highly invasive procedure, they should ask for various liposuction options, including laser, ultrasound and radio frequency assisted procedures to make the surgery less invasive. Non-surgical alternatives should also be discussed during the consultation. The patient should also satisfy themselves about the surgeon’s credentials, training and experience and request for patient testimonials and liposuction before and after photos.

Medical Terms to Know

The patient should familiarize themselves with common liposuction related terms such as tumescent liposuction, laser liposuction, ultrasound liposuction, local anesthesia and IV sedation, cannula and suction lipectomy. They should review a few fantastic and informative websites, online forums or books to learn about the latest techniques in liposuction surgery.

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Dr. Motykie’s Sun Damage Correction Before & After Photos in New Beauty Magazine

In the next issue of New Beauty magazine – the definitive authority on all things beauty – Dr. Motykie’s before and after sun damage correction photos are highlighted.

To correct this patient’s sun damage, West Hollywood, CA plastic surgeon Gary Motykie, MD, performed IPL and a chemical peel. In addition, Dysport was injected to raise the brows and fat was grafted to the midface.

See more before and after photos.

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How to Prepare for Your Facelift Surgery Consultation

How to Prepare for Your Facelift Surgery Consultation | Beverly Hills The facelift is a complex plastic surgery procedure that should only be performed by an expert and fully trained surgeon. The patient, on their part, should take the necessary steps to prepare for their facelift surgery consultation. This will ensure that the patient can take the best decision about going ahead with facelift.

Dr. Gary Motykie is a leading cosmetic surgeon with extensive training and experience in performing facelift and various other procedures. Dr. Motykie provides facelift surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

Preparing Details

Prior to the first consultation for facelift plastic surgery, the patient should carefully assess their personal aesthetic goals and needs. It is important to communicate these needs clearly during the appointment so that the surgeon can make appropriate recommendations and plans. The patient should also note down the details of their past or existing medical conditions, previous surgeries if any, and known drug allergies.

If the patient has been taking any specific medications, they should list out the names and dosages accurately. The list should also include any vitamin and herbal supplements. The patient should also be forthcoming about any history of tobacco, alcohol, or drug abuse. The surgeon will maintain confidentiality of information, but it is critically important to make the surgeon aware of all such sensitive information.

Surgeon’s Initial Steps

During the facelift consultation, the cosmetic surgeon will typically do the following:

Assess the patient’s general health condition and any pre-existing medical issues or risk factors
Examine and measure the face and neck
Explain various facelift surgery options
Take photographs
Suggest the most plausible surgical and non-surgical options
Discuss the expected results
Inform the potential risks and complications
Discuss the type of anesthesia that may be used

The patient should actively engage with the surgeon during the first consultation in order to make the best decisions in their own favor. They should not hesitate to ask any questions and clarify all doubts and concerns at the outset. A dedicated surgeon will address all questions at length and to the full satisfaction of the patient. Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and nearby areas.

Familiarizing with Medical Terms

The candidate should ideally familiarize themselves with a few basic medical terms related to facelift surgery. This will make them better equipped to discuss issues during the consultation.

Rhytidectomy: Clinical name for facelift surgery.
General Anesthesia: Drugs or gases applied prior to a facelift to alter consciousness for a completely painless surgery.
Local Anesthesia: Drug injected directly to the incision site to numb the area for total patient comfort.
Jowls: A jaw line that sags into the neck, typically due to weak muscle tone in the lower face.
Nasolabial Folds: Creases and folds between the nose and cheek.
Tear Trough: Hollows below the lower eyelids.

The patient should ideally prepare a detailed list of questions to ask during the facelift consultation in order to make an informed decision.

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How to Prepare for Your Breast Surgery Consultation?

Prepare for Your Breast Surgery Consultation | Beverly Hills | WeHo Prior to the plastic surgery consultation for a breast procedure, it is an idea to check out information about breast surgery online. Only mainstream and reputed websites should be reviewed for information, as far as possible. The surgeon’s practice website is a good place to start before visiting for a breast surgery consultation.

Once the patient has acquired the basic information about breast surgery as well as reviewed the surgeon’s credentials on their website, she will be in a better position to ask relevant questions during the consultation. Leading cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides breast surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

Prepare a List of Questions

The most effective way to approach a plastic surgery consultation for a breast procedure would be to prepare a detailed list of questions that the patient wants to ask during the appointment. A basic list of questions is provided here. The patient should note that the surgeon will answer many of these questions on their own, and the patient may add or remove any questions from the list as they feel comfortable.

Are you a board certified plastic surgeon?
How many years of training have you received?
Do you have hospital privileges to perform cosmetic surgery procedures related to breast?
Where would you normally perform a breast surgery procedure?
Am I a suitable candidate for breast surgery?
Would you require me to take certain preparatory steps to achieve good results with my procedure?
How long and painful would be the post-operative recovery period, and what kind of help would I require?
Are there any risks and complications associated with breast surgery that I should be aware of?
How will my breasts appear following the procedure, and how far I can expect my aesthetic goals to be met?
Will the surgery impact my ability to breastfeed in the future?
How visible will be the scars in the long run?
If I am unhappy with the results of the procedure, what are my options for a revision surgery?
Are there any non-surgical alternatives available to my breast surgery procedure?
Would you be able to provide me with breast surgery before and after pictures?

Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and nearby areas for breast surgery.

Additional Suggestions

The consultation is the most important opportunity available to a patient to ask about breast surgery and clarify all her concerns and doubts. It is important to be frank and ask questions freely, including questions about costs, insurance, and financing. With all the information at hand, the patient will be in a much better position to make a well-considered decision.

The initial consultation also provides an opportunity to the patient to check out the surgeon’s office and meet the office staff. They should objectively determine whether they feel comfortable and establish a fantastic and suitable rapport with the surgeon and their staff. Breast surgery is a personal journey, and the patient should choose the right practice to achieve complete satisfaction in this journey.

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How to Prepare for Your Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Consultation?

Prepare for Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Consultation | Beverly Hills The first appointment, which is known as tummy tuck plastic surgery consultation, is going to be the most important meeting. During this meeting, the patient will get the opportunity to engage personally with the tummy tuck surgeon and determine whether they feel confident and comfortable about receiving treatment from them.

It is paramount for a patient to take out some time to prepare for this appointment in order to make maximum use of this opportunity and arrive at correct decisions about their surgery. Experienced cosmetic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie provides tummy tuck surgery to patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and surrounding locations.

Tips on Preparation

The patient should consider the following tips while preparing for their tummy tuck consultation:

Do the basic homework about tummy tuck plastic surgery to learn and understand what all it may involve. Books, magazines and the Internet can provide extensive information about tummy tuck.
Learn about various tummy tuck surgical techniques and the pros and cons of each option. This will help to make an informed discussion during the first appointment.
Review the surgeon’s website and read the available information on tummy tuck as well as information about the surgeon’s credentials. Check out patient testimonials to get more insights about the surgeon from a patient’s perspective.
Talk to other people who may have undergone tummy tuck surgery in the past or may be planned to receive one. Take a look at the relevant online discussion forums or social media groups focusing on procedures such as tummy tuck.
While it is important to review tummy tuck before and after photos on the surgeon’s website or during the first consultation, it should not become the sole criterion to choose a cosmetic surgeon. Review the photos carefully to form realistic expectations about tummy tuck surgery.
Before meeting the surgeon, talk to the spouse or close family and friends about the procedure, and take their views and suggestions into account.

What to Carry to the Consultation

The patient should prepare well for the tummy tuck consultation and keep a few things handy.

Prepare a detailed list of questions that you would like to ask the surgeon during the first consultation. Carry a print-out of this list with you to the appointment.
Compile an accurate list of medications along with the dosages that you may be taking prior to the surgery. Make sure the list also includes any vitamin and herbal supplements as well as any drugs that you may be taking only occasionally.
Keep a record of any allergic reactions that you may have had in the past to certain medications or anesthesia.
Note down the details of any previous surgeries or major diseases that you may have had along with their dates.
Collect any photographs from magazines that reflect your ideal figure following a tummy tuck surgery.

Dr. Motykie receives patients from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Los Angeles, and nearby areas for tummy tuck surgery.

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