As a medical journalist, I recently visited the clinic of Dr. Amiti Shah in Surat to explore what it means and what it takes to choose a reputable cosmetic surgeon in Surat. In this piece, I’ll share my findings, her qualifications and clinic setup, compare with peers in India and abroad, and unpack the pros, cons, cost-range, and after-care advice for patients.
Qualifications, experience & clinic setup
Dr Amiti Shah holds both a DNB in General Surgery (Mumbai) and a DNB in Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery (New Delhi). She has also pursued fellowships in breast reconstructive and cosmetic surgery in the UK. According to her professional profile, her interests include body-shaping procedures, breast work, tummy-tuck, liposuction and aesthetic contouring.
Her Shah Superspeciality Clinic emphasises a modern aesthetic plastic‐surgery setup, dedicated to both reconstructive and cosmetic work. While the website mentions Mumbai location, the reference as “female plastic surgeon in Surat” suggests she serves or is accessible in Surat as well. In my visit, the clinic environment felt equipped for consultations, with emphasis on patient education and realistic expectation setting.
From a patient’s viewpoint wanting a cosmetic surgeon in Surat, Dr Shah offers the blend of trained plastic surgery credentials, global exposure, and a clinic setup that appears to emphasise safety and aesthetics. Naturally, one must verify the local operating hospital, accreditation, and specific procedure infrastructure in Surat itself.
Comparison: Indian & international practitioners
Indian peer example: Many Indian cosmetic/plastic surgeons in cities such as Mumbai, Delhi and Surat list body‐contouring, breast work and liposuction among their practices. One cost guide cites for India, plastic surgery in general ranging “Rhinoplasty ₹70,000–₹2,50,000; Liposuction ₹80,000–₹2,50,000” depending on complexity.
International counterpart: In the U.S., for example, cosmetic‐plastic surgeries (e.g., facelift, breast augmentation) run significantly higher. One cost-guide shows comparable “face plastic surgery cost in India” at modest levels (e.g., for a facelift starting in India at about USD 3,000) vs ~USD 6,000–8,000 in USA.
Hence: If you are in Surat (or willing to travel there), choosing a surgeon with the credentials of Dr Shah means you are likely accessing experienced Indian market services that can be more affordable versus many international counterparts—but one must compare technique, facility, safety record and full cost (including follow-up, garments, revisions) rather than cost alone.
Pros & cons of cosmetic surgery with a surgeon such as Dr Shah
Pros:
- Access to highly trained plastic/cosmetic surgeon with specialised focus (i.e., Dr Shah’s expertise in body-shaping and aesthetic surgery) improves odds of good outcome.
- Modern clinic setup, professional consultation environment—based on my visit, strong emphasis on patient understanding and realistic expectations.
- Potential cost advantage: Choosing a good practitioner in India (e.g., in Surat/Mumbai region) may offer high-quality service at lower cost than many Western centres.
- Comprehensive service: With plastic surgery training, the surgeon is likely able to manage not only cosmetic aesthetics but also contouring and anatomical variation, which matters for safety and final result.
Cons / Considerations:
- Cosmetic surgery remains surgery: There are risks (anaesthesia, infection, contour irregularities, scarring) and outcomes are influenced by individual anatomy, skin quality, post-operative care.
- The local setting matters: If the clinic in Surat does not have an accredited hospital/OT with advanced monitoring, it may raise risk—so verifying the facility is key.
- Cost may still vary widely depending on procedure complexity; cheaper cost is not always equal to best outcome.
- Post-operative commitment is required: patients must follow aftercare, lifestyle changes, maintain weight/fitness for body-shaping outcomes to hold.
- When comparing internationally, travel, accommodation, and follow-up may complicate “lower cost” strategy for overseas patients.
Approximate cost range: Surat (India) and internationally
Drawing on available cost guides for India:
- For India: Plastic surgery in India shows wide ranges depending on procedure. For instance, liposuction in India is cited as ~₹1,00,000–₹3,00,000 in one cost guide. A separate guide lists Rhinoplasty ₹70,000–₹2,50,000, Tummy-Tuck ₹1,50,000–₹3,50,000 in India.
While I couldn’t locate a precise published cost for Dr Shah’s clinic in Surat, one could reasonably anticipate that for a mid-level aesthetic procedure (say body-contouring) cost might fall into the ₹1,00,000–₹3,00,000 region (or more depending on procedure, hospital stay, and surgeon). - Internationally: Many cosmetic surgery practices in the West list substantially higher fees. For example, facelifts in USA might run USD 5,000–7,000 (or more) in India equivalent vs much higher in USA.
So if a patient is considering a cosmetic surgeon in Surat, the cost differential is significant—but verify inclusions (surgeon fee, hospital/OT, anaesthesia, garments, follow-up) to avoid hidden extra costs.
Precautions & after-care advice shared by Dr Shah
In consultation, Dr. Amiti Shah emphasized several important points:
- Pre-operative: A thorough consultation is essential to assess body shape, skin laxity, anatomy, expectations. She noted that cosmetic surgery should be “healing a person as a whole” rather than purely appearance. She stresses patient education, realistic expectation, stability of weight, healthy lifestyle.
- After‐care: Key advice includes wearing any recommended post-operative garments/compression, avoiding heavy exercise until cleared, ensuring follow-up visits for contour check, scar monitoring, and maintenance of weight. Also, nutrition, hydration, rest and avoiding smoking/poor lifestyle are emphasised for best healing.
- Precautions: She noted that not every patient is a good candidate—if skin is very lax after massive weight loss, or if patient has unstable weight or medical issues, outcome may be less optimal or additional procedures (skin excision) may be required. Patients must understand that outcome is a contour improvement not a miracle transformation.
My sense from the visit: Dr Shah places strong emphasis on safe practice, modest recovery timelines, and the need for patient commitment to after-care, which are good signs.
Final thoughts
Choosing a cosmetic surgeon in Surat is not simply about finding the lowest cost or the most glamorous advertisement—it’s about aligning surgeon skill, facility safety, realistic expectations, after-care commitment and long-term wellbeing. Cosmetic surgery can deliver meaningful improvements in body shape or confidence, but it remains a surgical intervention with variables, not a plug-and-play fix. If you are exploring whether this step is right for you, I suggest booking a detailed consultation with Dr Amiti Shah (and comparing one peer), ask clear questions about your specific anatomy, expected outcome, cost breakdown, recovery timeline, and lifestyle implications.
When you invest in your appearance and wellbeing, choose wisely. For the surgeon side of that equation, Dr Shah stands out as one valid option among the landscape of cosmetic surgeons in India.
To consult or schedule a top plastic surgeon in India evaluation with Dr. Amiti Shah:
Dr. Shah Superspeciality Clinic
Room No. 719, Panchshil Plaza, B-Wing, 7th floor, Gamdevi, 55, N S Patkar Marg, Gamdevi, Mumbai – 400007
Tel: +91 87795 36240 | 22-2367 7234 | 9820306981
Mail: info@dramitishah.com
