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Bivik R. Shah, M.D.

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Dr. Bivik Shah started the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery, serving Columbus and Dayton, Ohio, because he wanted to create an environment in a private practice setting that left every patient satisfied and comfortable with his or her care. He strives to make his patients feel cared for and important as they attempt to meet each and every medical and personal need. If you choose us for your plastic surgery care, you can be sure that all of your wishes will be met and all your questions will be answered.

Here at the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery, it is very important to us that you are fully comfortable with the office and your plastic surgery procedure. We will be with you every step of the way, from the initial consult to recovery.

All of us here at the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery are confident you will enjoy your visit and hope you will look to us for all of your questions about plastic surgery. Columbus, Dayton, and other Ohio residents are urged to contact us today to schedule a personal consultation.

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The Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery is pleased to announce our new outpatient surgical center in Columbus, Ohio. We can now perform most cosmetic procedures without you ever having to visit a hospital. This will simplify the process for a smoother and quicker procedure.

-- Personal, Single-Patient Care
-- State-of-the-Art Equipment
-- Affordable Rates
-- Unsurpassed Privacy
-- Unrivaled Cleanliness and Sanitary Procedures - For Your Safety

At the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery, we have created an extraordinary environment that will cater to your wants and needs. We understand that you are the most important aspect of our practice. We make the focus of our practice your satisfaction. We do this in several ways. First, we allow you all the time you need with Dr. Shah so that you have a clear understanding of options available to you and make sure all of your questions are answered thoroughly. Next, we have a staff that is very experienced in plastic surgery and knows exactly what you will be going through – they excel at anticipating your needs. Our nursing staff will make sure you are fully prepared for what you will experience after surgery. Finally, your surgeon is available to you by phone, at any time day, night, weekends, or holidays to answer any questions before surgery or after. Together, the entire staff strives to make your experience the most pleasurable it can be to help your transition to the new, confident you.

Here at the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery, serving Columbus and Dayton, Ohio, it is very important to us that all of your questions are answered. We will spend as much time with you as you need to be fully comfortable with the office and procedure. It is our goal to treat you as a family member. Our staff will make every effort to make you feel welcome and relaxed by knowing your name and learning about the person you are outside of the waiting room. We will be with you through every step of your plastic surgery experience, from the initial consult to recovery. We will make sure you know everything you need to know about your procedure and what to expect after surgery is complete, and our staff will make sure all of your needs are met. All you need to do is sit back, relax, and heal.

Meet Our Staff
The caring staff at the Columbus Institute of Plastic Surgery is dedicated to meeting all of your plastic surgery needs. We will be with you through the entire process, from the first consult to recovery.

Sarah Ross, Patient Coordinator
Marisa Jones, Patient Coordinator
Kristin Mihalik, Administrative Assistant
Brittany Lowe, Cosmetic Coordinator
Dadius Cleveland, Cosmetic Coordinator and Aesthetician
Jessica Young, Surgical Technologist

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Testi "It is rare in today’s age to run across very caring, personable people that have a work ethic and you and your staff have all of those qualities."
T.G.


Testi "Thank you, thank you, thank you for your TLC."
J.B.


Testi "I could not have asked for better care than I received in your office."
C.V.


Testi "I would like to thank you very much. I am very happy and it all looks really good. You have done a great job!"
R.D.


Testi "Thanks for taking great care of me yesterday. You guys are the best. The lipo will change my life more than you can imagine."
D.S.


Testi "Thank you so much for your excellent care …"
C.S.


Testi "To Dr. Shah & Staff,

Thank you for your superb services and professionalism. I especially want to Thank you for keeping my mother informed during the procedure! Wishing you all continued success!"


Testi "Dr. Shah and Staff,

For everything you've done... for being the special people you are... thank you so very much."


Testi "Dear Dr. Shah and Staff,

Thank you for making this past year more bearable through your care an concern. You have made me feel like I am your most important patient! Thank you for making time to answer my many questions here in the office and on the phone! I love my angel of courage! you are a wonderful team!

Ps. Thank you for working in my last two surgeries."
K.S.



Qualifications

Dr. Bivik Shah grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned an electrical engineering degree from the University of Michigan before returning to Ohio to attend medical school at Ohio State University. Dr. Shah later joined the faculty of Ohio State University, where he was responsible for performing surgery on some of the city's most complicated burn and reconstruction cases. In addition, he has written several papers that have been published in medical journals.

Dr. Shah is actively involved in Operation Smile, which provides voluntary care to children around the world and in the United States who are born with facial deformities. Dr. Shah has been on four separate Operation Smile missions, visiting Thailand, India, Honduras, and Bolivia to provide care to children born with cleft lip and cleft palate deformities. During the Operation Smile missions, which last for one or two weeks, Dr. Shah and fellow volunteers operate for charity on about 100-150 children, providing them with new smiles and a renewed hope for the future.

Serving Dayton, Columbus, and the surrounding communities, plastic surgeon Dr. Shah is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. In addition, he is a member of several medical associations, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Burn Association, the Ohio State Medical Association, and the Columbus Medical Association.


Education

M.D. Degree: Ohio State University College of Medicine; Columbus, OH, 1994
B.S.E. Degree: University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI, 1989


Residencies

Plastic Surgery Fellowship: Ohio State University; 1998-2000
General Surgery Residency: Ohio State University; 1995-1998


Certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery


Memberships

American Society Plastic Surgery
Ohio State Medical Board
Columbus Medical Association

Procedures

Breast Procedures

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
  • Breast Reduction
  • Male Breast Reduction

Body Procedures

  • Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
  • Arm Lift
  • Thigh Lift
  • Surgery After Weight Loss
  • Belt Lipectomy
  • Buttocks Augmentation

Face Procedures

  • Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
  • Eyelid Lift
  • Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
  • Forehead Lift
  • Chin Augmentation

General Procedures

  • BOTOX® Cosmetic
  • Obagi System Skin Care
  • Chemical Peels
  • Skin Care
  • Hair Removal - Waxing