Dr. Darshan R. Shah

Providing exceptional face, breast, and body procedures to individuals across Central and Southern California, Darshan Shah is an experienced professional who is dedicated to helping patients to look and feel beautiful. He has undergone extensive training at some of the most prestigious schools in the country. Dr. Shah is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. At Beautologie Cosmetic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, Dr. Shah incorporates the latest in cosmetic surgery technology into our practice so patients can benefit from the latest techniques and treatments available. His genuinely caring approach and attention to detail have enabled him to win the trust of patients from around the world. It is no wonder that patients turn to Dr. Darshan Shah for all their plastic surgery needs.
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Dr. Darshan R. Shah Videos

An Introduction to Doctor Darshan Shah

Alphaeon Physician to Patient Video

Dr. Darshan Shah demonstrating Gloogle Glass

Beautologie and manscaping

Beautologie procedures for men

Dr. Darshan Shah on Live Well with Lisa Krch

FIRST LOOK Beautologie's Dr. Darshan Shah

Beautologie Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Center - 2013 Ethics Award Winner

Dr Shah Featured on KBAK News Health Alert - Fighting Hair Loss

Dr Shah Featured on KBAK News Health Alert - Preventing Pregnancy Side Effects

Dr Shah Featured On KBAK News About Preventing Pregnancy Side Effects

Beautologie - Local Cosmetic Surgeons Offer Free Tattoo Removals - KBAK Channel 29 News

Beautologie - More Men Getting Plastic Surgery - KGET 17

Beautologie - Men & Plastic Surgery (Interview with Dr. Darshan Shah) - KBFX 58/29

Beautologie - Dr. Darshan Shah speaks about the 'Bo-Tax' Controversy - KGET 17

Beautologie - Kanye West's Mom's Death Leads To Changes In Plastic Surgery - KERO 23

Beautologie - Dr. Shah in the Media

Nip Tuck - KGET 17 - Dr. Darshan Shah Interview - Bakersfield Plastic Surgery

KGET 17 News Story - My Beautiful Mommy - Dr. Darshan Shah, MD

Interview with Dr. Darshan Shah - Channel 17 (KGET) Bakersfield Plastic Surgery

Appearance on The Dr. Phil Show Bakersfield Plastic Surgery

Live Interview with Dr. Darshan Shah - KBAK 29 Bakersfield Plastic Surgery
Education and Training
Dr. Darshan Shah graduated with a Bachelors of Science in biology from the University of Missouri at Kansas City, where he also began his medical education in their prestigious BS-MD combined program. The program, reserved for the highest-achieving high school students from across the country, is an intensive medical and surgical skills education program that lasts for six years. Dr. Shah graduated from the program at the top of his class.
Dr. Shah went on to train at the Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield as part of a surgical training program at the University of California, San Diego. There, he performed general surgery, heart surgery, and trauma surgery and received his Board Certification in General Surgery. During his training, he specialized in breast cancer and breast cancer surgery. His exceptional surgical abilities earned him the prestigious Helfert award, which is given to the most accomplished surgical chief resident.
Dr. Shah also received rigorous training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the prestigious Mayo Clinic, consistently ranked as one of the top three hospitals in the United States by the US News & World Report. His achievements at the Mayo Clinic helped him to refine his skills in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Shah has authored many articles that have been published in various academic surgical journals and has educated medical students and residents about the latest advances in breast reconstruction and plastic surgery. He also started his own surgical education website. Throughout his career and training, he has performed more than 8,000 surgical procedures, and his exceptional surgical skill has earned him the title of Bakersfield's Best / Favorite 19 years in a row.
Awards and Recognition
- "Best in Bakersfield" 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
- "Best in Bakersfield Favorite" 2005, 2010, 2016, 2017, 2023
- Nominated "Best of LA" 2009
- Medical Director for Beautologie Medical Group and the Bakersfield Wellness Surgery Center
- Featured in various television shows, magazines, and newspaper articles
- Board certified by the American Board of Surgery

Community Involvement
Dr. Shah volunteers his time and services to those who are less fortunate and is the founder of The Promise, a charitable organization that repairs and treats cleft lips, palates and burn injuries in countries such as India, Africa, and South America. He also supports local charities and organizations such as the American Heart Association, the Bakersfield Homeless Shelter, and many others.
Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Darshan Shah
Contact our practice to schedule a cosmetic surgery consultation with Dr. Darshan Shah. Together, you and Dr. Shah can achieve exceptional results. We have offices conveniently located in Bakersfield and Malibu.