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Profiles of Beauty
Rakesh B. Patel, M.D. FACS
284 North Franklin Turnpike, 2nd floor
Ramsey, NJ 07446
(201) 445-9915
Fax: (201) 327-0720
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FAQ
Do you have questions about cosmetic surgery? Below is a list of questions frequently asked by our patients. If you do not find an answer below, please feel free to contact our office if you need additional information at (201) 445-9915. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
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| Generally, patients plan to take a couple of weeks off of work. You may want to consider taking a little longer if your job involves physical work. |
| Will I require anesthesia? | |
| Many procedures only require a local anesthetic. However, you may choose to have general anesthetics, particularly for long procedures. |
| What preliminary testing is required? | |
| You will need blood work, a physical exam, and possibly a chest x-ray or electrocardiogram (ECG). Photographs may also be required. |
| How much will everything cost? | |
| Since different procedures require different accommodations, cost will be discussed during consultation. |
Office Policies
Office Hours
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Payment Policies
Financial arrangements will be discussed at the time of the consultation. We accept VISA, MASTERCARD and American Express.
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What to Expect
Steps Towards a New You
Your Consultation
The consultation is your first opportunity to meet with Dr. Patel. It allows him to evaluate and examine your needs and make his recommendation to you. Dr. Patel will work with you to determine the ideal procedure, personalized to your individual needs. Prior to surgery, photographs will be taken in the office. These photographs are an integral part of the consultation, as they will illustrate what Dr. Patel feels may be reasonably accomplished.
During the consultation, Dr. Patel will discuss whether your procedure will be performed on an outpatient basis at a surgery center, at a local hospital or in the comfort of his office. Prior to the surgery, you will receive a detailed list of instructions, outlining what you will need to do to prepare yourself.
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The Day of Surgery
Depending on the type chosen, the anesthesia will be administered by the surgeon or an anesthesiologist. Regardless of the type of anesthesia administered, every effort will be made to make you comfortable.
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Your Postoperative Care
Following your procedure, you will be given detailed postoperative instructions. Dr. Patel will ask you to return for postoperative care at regularly scheduled intervals so he can closely monitor your recovery. These appointments are crucial in achieving the best possible surgical results.
About Dr. Patel
Rakesh B. Patel, M.D. FACS
Rakesh B. Patel, M.D. FACS
A graduate of NJIT with a pre-med at Rutgers University, Dr. Patel went on to the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) – New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Patel completed his Post-Doctoral training as Chief Resident in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) at UMDNJ. He completed a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Patel is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery as well as being a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
His extensive training ranks him among the most specialized facial plastic surgeons in the nation. Dr. Patel’s facial plastic fellowship training has distinguished him from his colleagues. As a result of his prestigious fellowship, he was personally selected for the coveted position as Director of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training for Montefiore Residency Program (OHNS) in New York and for the Otolaryngology department at UMDNJ since 2008. Dr. Patel’s technical expertise and innovations in facial cosmesis earned him the Teacher of the Year award in 2005 and 2009.
In addition to his clinical appointments, Dr. Patel maintains memberships in several professional societies, including:
- American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2003-2013)
- American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- American College of Surgeons
Dr. Patel’s hospital affiliations include:
- Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ
- The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood, NJ
- University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro
- St. Francis Medical Center
- Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell
- Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Dr. Patel gives every patient the time and personal attention necessary to ensure a high level of personal service. His professional integrity ensures that every procedure is scrutinized to the last detail to ensure reliable, consistent and desirable long-term results. Each consultation with Dr. Patel is private and confidential.