Making the decision to have cosmetic surgery is a
serious one. You must be confident that you have chosen the right surgeon- does he have the appropriate training? Do you get along with him
on a personal level? Can he realistically achieve your goals? Dr. Shah strives, through experience, professionalism and amazing results to
make your decision an easy one.
Dr. Shah began his medical education at the prestigious combined BS/MD
program at the University of Missouri - Kansas City. This program chooses the most outstanding high school students in the country to
undergo a rigorous 6 year education in medical and surgical skills. Dr Shah graduated at the top of his class, at a US medical school. This
is an important fact in choosing a surgeon- an American Medical School graduate ensures the best medical school education in the
world.
Dr. Shah then continued his training locally at the Kern Medical Center- University of California
San Diego 5 year surgical training program, which ultimately led to his Board Certification in surgery (
http://www.facs.org). During his time at KMC, Dr Shah performed many operations on all body systems. From
Trauma Surgery to General Surgery to Heart Surgery, Dr. Shah has seen and done it all. His specialty, however, was always breast cancer and
breast cancer surgery. His excellence during this time in his career was rewarded with the prestigious XXXX award, given only to the most
outstanding surgical chief resident. He also was prolific in writing many articles which have been published in dozens of academic surgical
journals, started a surgical education website, and was an outstanding teacher of fellow medical students and residents. Dr Shah continues
his educational career by training many residents and lecturing around the country on cosmetic surgery and breast
reconstruction.
The pinnacle of Dr. Shah's career was his acceptance to the Mayo Clinic. Consinstent
ranked by US News and World Reports as one of the top three hospitals in the country. His extensive training there made him an expert in
cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, earning him the title of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. It is also very important to note the
difference between a Cosmetic Surgeon, and a surgeon who has formally undergone Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Education. Cosmetic
surgery is not a recognized specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties, and does not involve the rigorous 2 year training
program in Plastic Surgery that educational institutions such as the Mayo Clinic can provide.
In
addition to educating the community and future surgeons as a clinical instructor on the topics of cosmetic, plastic and reconstructive
surgery, Dr Shah volunteers time and services to the less fortunate. Dr Shah is a founding member of The Promise, and organization which
travels to countries such as Africa, India, and South America to repair cleft lips and palates and treat burn
injuries.
The philosophy of Dr Shah's practice is to truly treat each patient as a family member, while
providing them with a world class luxurious experience and outstanding results. To achieve this goal, Dr Shah has trained his staff
extensively to make your experience an exceptional one. Dr Shah's office is beautifully decorated to mimic the comfort and beauty you will
feel during your cosmetic surgery experience. Dr Shah also attends a seminar on the latest techniques in plastic surgery almost once a
month, to keep his skills up to date and to provide his patients with the latest and greatest in plastic surgery. He has also created one
of the most technologically advanced office and operating room facilities in the country, to ensure your decision making process and
safety.
Trust only the Best. Please call Dr Shah's office today.
