Overview
Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh, M.D. is a Double Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Aesthetic Facial Body Plastic Surgery of Seattle|Bellevue. He focuses primarily on cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Both of these Boards are recognized by the Gold Standard American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). In summary Dr. Parikh is highly skilled, his medical education consists of nine years of postgraduate training at major medical institutions around the country. He initially completed a five-year General Surgery residency at the State University of New York. This residency was followed by three years of specialized residency training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. He also completed a one-year research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio prior to residency training. Follow this link to see Dr. Parikh present a Live Video of the Tummy Tuck Procedure showing you the muscle tightening for a flatter, more shapely stomach. You can have these same results. Warning this is Graphic!: Dr. Parikh attended medical school at Kasturba Medical College in India where he graduated with distinction. After medical school, Dr. Parikh completed a one-year research fellowship in Surgery at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. During this time, he published multiple articles and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals.
His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Frostbite, and Lymphedema.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Dr. Parikh has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Seattle Childrens Hospital
Dr. Susarla is the Division Chief of Plastic Surgery, the Marlys C. Larson Endowed Chair in Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery, and the Surgical Director of the Craniofacial Center at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is a Professor of Surgery (Plastic) and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington.Dr. Susarla is an internationally-recognized expert in pediatric and adult craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. His clinical practice includes management of congenital craniofacial differences such as cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, and craniofacial syndromes as well as secondary craniomaxillofacial reconstruction.Dr. Susarla completed his medical degree (MD) at Harvard Medical School and his dental degree (DMD) at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed residency training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Plastic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. His fellowship training in craniomaxillofacial surgery was at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is one of the few craniomaxillofacial surgeons in the United States board certified in Plastic Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Susarla has a robust research portfolio, with over 300 publications. He is on the editorial boards for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has given over 100 invited talks nationally and internationally on craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. Dr. Susarla is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.
The Association Of University Physicians
Craig Birgfeld is a Plastic Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Birgfeld is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.
Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery Center At UW Medical Center - Montlake
Neal Futran is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Futran is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Salivary Gland Tumors, Gastrostomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Futran is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh by calling their office at 425-502-9573. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
What conditions does Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh specialize in?
While Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Melanoma, Frostbite, and Lymphedema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Rikesh T. Parikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 425-502-9573 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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