2019Injector trainer, FADS 2019
Medanta, New Delhi
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About Dr. Ashutosh Shah, Plastic Surgeon in Surat
M.B.B.S., M.S., M.Ch., D.N.B. (Plastic Surgery). Plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon in practice in Surat since 2004, Director of Elegance Clinic, and trainer of doctors through Elegance Vidhyalay.
Gujarat Medical Council Reg. No. G-26257
2004Practising in
Surat since
Surat since
2004In independent practice in Surat since
2Super-speciality degrees: M.Ch. & D.N.B.
120+Doctors trained in hair transplant
11Professional societies
Know your doctor
A plastic surgeon trained in both reconstruction and aesthetics
Dr. Ashutosh Shah grew up in Navsari and moved to Surat in 2004 to start his own plastic and cosmetic surgery practice, which is now Elegance Clinic, with centres in Adajan and Vesu.
He joined Baroda Medical College in 1992, completed general surgery training in 2001 and earned his M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery from The M S University of Baroda in 2004. The National Board of Examinations awarded him the D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery in 2006. He then trained in microvascular and reconstructive surgery at Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore, and in cosmetic surgery at Apollo Hospital, Chennai.
He is Director of Elegance Cosmetic Laser Clinic & Hair Transplant Centre, which offers hair transplant, gynecomastia correction, rhinoplasty, liposuction, breast surgery and facial procedures. His approach: put patient safety first, explain the risks and limits of each procedure clearly, and recommend surgery only when it is appropriate.
Dr. Shah practises both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. He performs replantations, free flaps, burns and post-cancer reconstruction as well as liposuction, gynecomastia correction, breast surgery, rhinoplasty and hair transplant. His microsurgical training emphasises careful tissue handling and planning of incisions, which he applies across his work.
Outside the operating room, Dr. Shah is known as a teacher. He speaks at national meetings on cosmetic surgery, hair transplant, diabetic foot management, medico-legal safety and building an ethical aesthetic practice, and he has helped develop practical protocols and awareness programmes suited to Indian patients, especially in cosmetic surgery and diabetic foot care.
At consultation, Dr. Shah explains what surgery can and cannot achieve, and recommends a procedure only when it is in the patient's interest.
Educational journey
Two super-speciality qualifications in plastic surgery
Followed by specialist training at Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore and Apollo Hospital, Chennai, and continuing surgical education since.
1992Medical school
M.B.B.S. (joined)
Baroda Medical College, Vadodara
1998Registration
M.B.B.S. & medical registration
M.S. University of Baroda. Registered with the Gujarat Medical Council, Reg. No. G-26257 (15 May 1998).
2001Post-graduation
M.S. General Surgery
General surgery residency, Vadodara
2004Super-speciality
M.Ch. Plastic Surgery
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
2004Practice
Own practice in Surat
Plastic & cosmetic surgery, now Elegance Clinic, Adajan & Vesu
2006National board
D.N.B. Plastic Surgery
Diplomate of National Board, National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
Post M.Ch.Fellowship
Microvascular & reconstructive surgery
Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore
Post M.Ch.Specialist training
Cosmetic surgery
Apollo Hospital, Chennai
OngoingCME
Workshops & masterclasses
Super-microsurgery, rhinoplasty, body contouring, hair restoration, Oxford wound healing and more
Gujarat Medical Council Reg. No. G-26257. Verify on the NMC Indian Medical Register
Areas of expertise
What Dr. Shah specialises in
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Microvascular & replantation
Reattaching severed fingers and limbs, free flaps and hand surgery.
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Burns & trauma
Acute burns care, post-burn contractures and post-injury repair.
03
Post-cancer reconstruction
Restoring form and function after cancer surgery, including the breast.
04
Congenital defects
Cleft lip and palate, hypospadias and microtia correction.
05
Cosmetic surgery
Liposuction, gynecomastia, breast, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty and face.
06
Hair restoration
FUE and FUT hair transplant and complete hair loss management.
07
Non-surgical aesthetics
Botox, fillers, thread lifts, lasers and cosmetic dermatology.
08
Intimate & gender surgery
Andrology, intimate aesthetics and gender-affirming procedures.
Choosing your surgeon
Why training and certification matter
A short guide to what separates a qualified plastic surgeon, and what to check before you book any cosmetic procedure.
Reconstructive surgery
Rebuilding what is missing or damaged
Restores body parts affected by birth defects, injury, burns or cancer: replantation, free flaps, cleft lip and palate, hypospadias, microtia and post-cancer reconstruction.
Cosmetic surgery
Refining what is already normal
Improves the appearance of healthy features, such as the nose, breasts, body contour, face or hairline, to match what the patient wants.
Dr. Shah practises both. Reconstructive microsurgery involves careful tissue handling and planning of incisions, and he applies the same principles in cosmetic surgery.
What is a D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery?
Dr. Shah is a Diplomate of the National Board (D.N.B.) in Plastic Surgery, New Delhi, and also holds an M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery from The M S University of Baroda. To earn the D.N.B., a surgeon must complete recognised plastic surgery training and pass both a written qualifying examination and an oral examination. It shows the surgeon has the training, the clinical skill and the standards the board requires.
How to choose a cosmetic plastic surgeon
- Confirm an M.Ch. or D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery and registration with the medical council.
- Check membership of specialty associations such as APSI or IAAPS.
- Ask how often the surgeon performs your specific procedure.
- Choose a surgeon who explains risks and limits as clearly as the benefits.
- Notice how the clinic responds when you call, and ask your family doctor or friends for their view.
In the end, the decision should rest on your consultation: how the surgeon listens, explains your problem and talks about possible complications. Dr. Shah will recommend a procedure only when it is the right solution for you.
Professional memberships
Active member of 11 professional bodies
Societies in plastic surgery, aesthetics, hair restoration, burns, hand surgery and medicine.
APSIAssociation of Plastic Surgeons of India
IAAPSIndian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
NABINational Burn Academy of India
BRASBreast Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeons Association
FADSFacial Aesthetic Dermatology Society of India
CDSICosmetic Dermatology Society of India
AHRSAssociation of Hair Restoration Surgeons India
ISSHIndian Society for Surgery of the Hand
IPAIndian Podiatry Association
GPSAGujarat Plastic Surgeons Association
IMAIndian Medical Association
Certificates
Degrees, certifications & advanced training
101 documents: 6 degree and registration certificates, 6 membership certificates, 6 faculty certificates and 83 certificates of attendance at workshops, courses and CMEs. Tap any certificate to view it full size.
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Breast & body
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Faculty & speaker roles
Teaching surgeons at national and state meetings
Dr. Shah is regularly invited as faculty, injector trainer, orator and panellist at conferences on aesthetic and plastic surgery, and in other specialities for cross-disciplinary learning.
2019
2019Lecture: Botox in the upper face, FADS 2019
New Delhi
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2019Faculty on gynecomastia, GPSACON 2019
Ahmedabad
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2019Oration, GUJASICON
Gujarat Surgeons Association
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2020Faculty, GPSACON 2020
Rajkot
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2020Panellist on Botox & fillers, GPSACON 2020
Rajkot
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2020Faculty, Maitreycon 2020
Udaipur
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2020Faculty, Hair Loss Management Update
IPCA
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2021Faculty, FADS 2021
Goa
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2021Faculty, Smilecon Medicon 2021
Vapi
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2022Panellist, Nadkarni Foundation cancer awareness
Vapi
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2022Panellist, IADVL vulvovaginal aesthetics
Ahmedabad
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2022IADVL workshop on vulvovaginal aesthetics
Ahmedabad
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2022Diabetic Foot Society of India midterm meet
Valsad
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2022Smith & Nephew diabetic foot meeting
Chennai
Read more →Conferences, talks & workshops
On stage and in the audience, 2024–2026
Since his student days Dr. Shah has attended conferences in plastic surgery, aesthetic surgery and dermatology. What he learns there has helped him introduce new procedures and facilities for his patients.
PanellistJan 20265 photosAESURG 2026
Mumbai · Annual Conference of IAAPS
Panellist at the annual conference of the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, sharing experience with aesthetic surgeons from across India.
WorkshopDec 20253 photosHands-on surgical workshop
Mumbai · Live operative session
Live operating-room session and case discussions with fellow surgeons in Mumbai.
DelegateNov 20253 photosInternational conference
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Plastic & aesthetic surgery
Exchanging ideas with international plastic and aesthetic surgeons in Malaysia.
FacultyNov 20254 photos22nd DFSICON 2025
Amritsar · 11th IADFS & 3rd D-Foot International
Faculty at the national conference of the Diabetic Foot Society of India, held with the 11th IADFS and 3rd D-Foot International, speaking on advanced wound dressings and limb salvage.
SpeakerOct 20254 photosGUJASICON 2025
Vadodara · Gujarat chapter, Association of Surgeons of India
Lecture on the level of debridement in diabetic foot surgery, with case examples.
HonouredSep 20254 photosGPSACON 2025 & Global Aesthetics Summit
Vadodara & Goa · Gujarat Plastic Surgeons Association
Honoured on stage at GPSACON 2025 (theme: Recent Advances in Plastic Surgery), after attending the Global Aesthetics Summit (GAS 2025) in Goa.
FacultyAug 20258 photosRAABTA 2025
Bhubaneswar · Aesthetic surgery conference
Faculty lectures on informed consent in aesthetic surgery and the impact of GST on healthcare in India, plus a hands-on demonstration session for young doctors.
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SpeakerApr 20255 photosDFSI Mid-term Conference
Chennai · Second Chennai Advanced Diabetic Foot & Wounds Conference
Invited talk at the mid-term conference of the Diabetic Foot Society of India, Hilton Chennai, on silver dressings and negative-pressure wound therapy.
DelegateFeb 20255 photosEar reconstruction workshop
Bhubaneswar · Live workshop & hands-on cartilage carving, AIIMS Bhubaneswar
Three-day live workshop and hands-on cartilage carving for microtia and ear reconstruction, Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
DelegateNov 20245 photoslab.recon.aesth: the O class
Mumbai · International oculoplastic & facial aesthetics course
Advanced course on eyelid and facial rejuvenation with international faculty, including Dr. André Cervantes from Brazil.
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Dr. Shah as a mentor
Training the next generation of doctors
Through Elegance Vidhyalay in Surat, Dr. Shah runs hands-on workshops and fellowships where doctors from across India learn hair transplant, cosmetic and aesthetic procedures directly from him, in the operating room under his supervision. He believes medical education must go beyond textbooks, to practical safety, ethics and real clinical results.
- FUE & FUTHair transplant workshops with hands-on training
- FellowshipsHair restoration and cosmetic dermatology fellowships
- InjectablesBotox and filler training, including FADS injector trainer
- 120+Plastic surgeons and doctors trained in hair transplant, from across India
Trained by Dr. Shah
Doctors who trained with him
From the first day in the operating room to the certificate ceremony: a look at some of the doctors who learned surgery alongside Dr. Shah at Elegance Clinic and Elegance Vidhyalay, Surat.
TraineesApr–Jun 20254 photosDr. Vinay & Dr. Asfiah
Surat · Elegance Vidhyalay
Hands-on surgical training alongside Dr. Shah and his team in the operating room, completed with a certificate ceremony at Elegance Vidhyalay with the whole clinic team.
TraineeMay 20242 photosDr. Deepthi Batchu
Surat · Elegance Vidhyalay
Completed her training at Elegance Clinic and received her certificate from Dr. Shah.
TraineeOct–Nov 20225 photosDr. Sudhanshu
Surat · Elegance Clinic
Hair transplant training at the operating table: from assisting Dr. Shah to working under his supervision with loupes, ending with his certificate of training.
Videos
Watch Dr. Shah teach and explain
Live demonstrations from conferences and workshops, and short explainers for patients.
TeachingHair transplant workshop at Elegance Vidhyalay
TeachingHair transplantation workshop by Dr. Ashutosh Shah
TeachingWho can do hair transplant? Training explained
Patient educationBreast reconstruction after breast cancer
Patient educationMale chest fat or gynecomastia?
Patient educationScar revision after burns or accidentsIn the media
Gender-affirming surgery in India
BBC Hindi reported on gender-affirming surgery and the regulations affecting transgender patients, quoting Dr. Ashutosh Shah from Surat. Published 19 May 2026.
Visit
Where Dr. Ashutosh Shah practises
Elegance Clinic, Adajan
203, Trinity Business Park, Opp. G3 Store, Madhuvan Circle, L.P. Savani Road, Adajan, Surat, Gujarat 395009
Get directions →Elegance Clinic, Vesu
320, Times Square, Canal Road, Bharthana, Nr. G.D. Goenka International School, Vesu, Surat, Gujarat 395007
Get directions →FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ashutosh Shah
Who is Dr. Ashutosh Shah?
Dr. Ashutosh Shah is a plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon in Surat, Gujarat, and a Director of Elegance Clinic. He holds an M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery (2004) and a D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery (2006) and has practised in Surat since 2004.
Is Dr. Ashutosh Shah a qualified plastic surgeon?
Yes. He holds an M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery from The M S University of Baroda and a D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi. Both are recognised super-speciality plastic surgery qualifications in India.
Does Dr. Shah train other doctors?
Yes. He has served as faculty, injector trainer, orator and panellist at FADS, GPSACON, GUJASICON, IADVL and Diabetic Foot Society of India meetings, and trains doctors in hair transplant and cosmetic procedures through hands-on workshops at Elegance Vidhyalay, Surat.
Which professional societies is Dr. Shah a member of?
He is a member of 11 professional bodies, including the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI), the Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (IAAPS), the Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons India (AHRS) and the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
Where does Dr. Ashutosh Shah see patients?
He consults and operates at Elegance Clinic, which has two centres in Surat: Trinity Business Park in Adajan and Times Square in Vesu. Online consultations are available for patients outside Surat.
How many years of experience does Dr. Ashutosh Shah have?
Dr. Shah has more than 22 years of surgical experience and has run his own plastic and cosmetic surgery practice in Surat since 2004.
Is Dr. Ashutosh Shah a hair transplant surgeon?
Yes. Hair transplant surgery and hair loss management are among his main areas of work. He performs FUE, FUT and advanced hair restoration, and has trained more than 120 plastic surgeons and doctors through hands-on hair transplant workshops.
What is the difference between a plastic surgeon and a cosmetic surgeon?
Plastic surgery covers both reconstructive surgery, which rebuilds parts affected by birth defects, injury, burns or cancer, and cosmetic surgery, which improves the appearance of normal parts. A qualified plastic surgeon holds an M.Ch. or D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Shah is trained and experienced in both.
What is a D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery?
D.N.B. stands for Diplomate of National Board. It is awarded by the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, after recognised specialty training and passing both a written and an oral examination. Dr. Shah received his D.N.B. in Plastic Surgery in 2006.
What is Elegance Vidhyalay?
Elegance Vidhyalay is the training platform founded by Dr. Shah in Surat. It runs hands-on workshops and fellowships for doctors in hair transplant, cosmetic surgery and aesthetic procedures, with a focus on practical safety and ethics.
Can I consult Dr. Ashutosh Shah online?
Yes. Patients who live outside Surat can book an online consultation, share photos and discuss their concern before travelling for treatment.