Testimonials & Reviews

Thank for everything! Always,

Dr. Shah,

Thank you for all that you have done for us. You are a very gracious person. Thanks.

Dr. Shah,

Thank you so much for your friendliness and your professionalism. I am very pleased with the results! You did a good job.

Dr. Shah,

Thanks so much for all that you did for me today. I know it took a big portion of your morning, so please enjoy Cafe Med on me since you were so kind in not charging me. I just want you to know how much I appreciate all that you do for me! From your high maintenance patient and friend.

Thanks so much for all that you do for me. It's not forgotten, and it is greatly appreciated!

Dr. Shah

Thank you and your staff for caring at the follow-up calls. It really encouraged me, that I might have a chance with Kaiser to okay the knee plastic surgery. Thank you Dr. Shah for everything you've done!

Dr. Shah & Staff -

We would like to extend our appreciation for hosting a mom's nite out for our Twin & Triplet mothers. Our girls walked away with a renewed sense of self and some look forward to using your services. Thank you once again for taking the time, patience and sincerity Dr. Shah!

Dr. Shah & Staff,

What a nice surprise. I think this is the first time ever that I have received flowers from one of my doctors. They are very much appreciated as are you all for thinking of me.

Dear Dr. Shah,

You were recently mentioned in one of our patient satisfaction surveys as providing great care to them. They stated 'he is the best'. I want to thank you for your open mind to solving tough situations and your team effort toward providing high quality care. Thank you.

'The Girls',

I wanted to let all of you know how thankful I am for every single one of you! All of you were so patient & kind throughout my entire surgery & recovery. You were all not only professional, but extremely friendly, which made me feel very comfortable! All of you are great! Thank You!

Dr. Shah,

About two years ago, my best friend and I went out to a nightclub in town. I was having a good time until a complete stranger came up to me and cupped my breasts and said How cute! This guy has baby boobs! and the crowd around me laughed. I quickly left the club with tears in my eyes. I hated the way I looked and from that night on I have purchased every shirt in the biggest size I can find. Now, days after my operation I look into the mirror and I see and feel a difference in my body. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am so happy and so glad that I decided to have this done. Thank you very much for the cookie basket, too!

June 24, 2008

Dear Dr, Shah and staff,

From the moment I met my very own consultant (yes a person that I later understood would actually walk me through the entire surgery process herself) my questions were answered, financial concerns met, and options became clearer.  With very little waiting time, I was personally greeted by Dr. D. Shah, who patiently listened to my concerns, offered me privacy, dignity, respect during my examination, and soon I felt safer than I could imagine with the unfortunate decision to have my breast implants removed due to a leak.  I was afraid of the surgery, what a leak could mean for me, and what my breasts would look like post operatively.  Dr. Shah took his time carefully, honestly, directly answering my questions, and offered solutions/alternatives according to my comfort level.  In short, my care was customized to meet and fit my specific needs.

The day came for surgery, and it was again a pleasant surprise to find that the operating room staff including the cheerful receptionist who registered me with my privacy in mind, to the caring Nurse who greeted me personally in the waiting room (I was only in the waiting room for a few minutes) and escorted me to the changing area herself were mirror images of the excellent attention I received in during my initial office visits.  When I emerged from the changing area, she was waiting for me!  She took my arm and guided me to the area where Dr. Shah would see me pre-operatively, and inserted an intravenous line with skills second to none.  Infection control measures were not overlooked by me as I noticed careful attention to hand washing, spotless floors and equipment, and immediate removal of debris.

On my way into the operating suite, I felt like I was escorted by angels I felt so safe like I had friends that would watch over me while I was asleep.

Post operatively, I had no time to wonder about pain, or fear, as my nurse and doctor were by my side continuously reassessing my needs and meeting them immediately with reassurance, medication, comfort, whatever was called for.  When it came time to discharge me it was according to my needs, my safety, and my progress at no time did I feel hurried or like I was a burden to the staff.

I hardly had time to get home before I received a friendly phone call from my nurse inquiring about my pain and comfort!

The very next day I returned to Dr. Shah's office for a repeat performance of kindness, caring, respect, and all-around gladness for me that I had completed my surgery.

Now for the REAL surprise.  On Sunday (yes, a weekend day) Dr. Shah himself called my home to check on my pain, wound progress, and general feelings of well being.  Can you believe it?!?!?  Fabulous!

Unfortunately, I did experience a post operative problem in that the very next morning after speaking to Dr. Shah my wound opened.  I returned unannounced to the office, where I was whisked into  an examination room, whisked immediately back to the operating area, wound attended to by Dr. Shah, and the problem was solved before I had a chance to be afraid about it!!

Here's the thing I must have looked scared out of my mind Dr. Shah wrapped me in a blanket and escorted me himself to a post-operative observation room following this second procedure.  I felt so safe, so cared for.

Weeks and months go by, and still Dr. Shah himself calls to check on my well being, feelings about my surgery, and I really do believe he is happy that I am happy.  I have never met a physician like him and my surprise diminished about his office, his nurses, his staff being so extraordinary.  It comes from him.  He offers nothing but the best for his patients.  I feel as though each one of us is precious to him, and that he actually takes pride in our success and will not give up until we are satisfied and back to living our life with no worry about why we came to his office in the first place.

I will never forget my experience, never forget how Dr. Shah treated me, how his staff comforted me, and if I, my friends, my family need or want surgery there is no place else I could possibly recommend.

Thanks again!!!

Dear Dr. Shah,

We wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your services to the University and to our Physician Assistant Program during the spring semester, 2004. We are most appreciative and grateful for the time you spent teaching our physician assistant students.

As a clinical preceptor, you provide the tools to enhance the students knowledge bases and their understanding of the profession they have chosen. Your dedication and abilities as a preceptor prepare our students upon graduation, to successfully take their place within the health care team as qualified professionals.

Your role as preceptor promotes our goal of building the highest quality physician assistant program in the country. We look forward to continuing your association with Western University throughout the upcoming years.

Sincerely,

Roy A. Guizado, M.S., PA-C

Chair, Primary Care Physician Assistant Program

My name is Susan Martinez and I am the Weight Loss Surgery Coordinator at Mercy Hospital. The decision to have plastic surgery with Dr. Shah was one of the best decisions I have ever made. After having weight loss surgery myself, I just needed that extra help to make me feel complete. Dr. Shah and his staff were very warm and compassionate to my needs. Dr. Shah took a personal interest in me and gave me excellent care.

Now, a few months later, I am reaping the benefits of my plastic surgery and have never felt better! My surgery looks and feels very natural and beautiful. Dr. Shah is committed to excellence. Having surgery with Dr. Shah was icing on the cake!

Thank You Dr. Shah from my heart!

- Susan Martinez

Bariatric Coordinator Mercy Hospital