Bardia Amirlak, M.D.

Bardia Amirlak, M.D.

Medical Director, Plastic Surgery

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Cosmetic Facial Surgery
  • Cosmetic Breast Surgery

Biography

Bardia Amirlak, M.D., FACS, is a Professor in the Department of Plastic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Amirlak completed a five-year categorical residency in general surgery at Creighton University School of Medicine. He received additional training through a fellowship in hand surgery, microsurgery, and peripheral nerve surgery at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and the world-renowned Kleinert Institute, where he was involved with the nation's first hand transplant. He then performed another residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Case Western Reserve University under the expert guidance of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Bahman Guyuron.

Triple board-certified in plastic surgery, surgery, and hand surgery, he joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2010 and currently serves as Director of Plastic Surgery Clinics and Director of Residency for the Cosmetic Clinic.

Dr. Amirlak is a founding member of the American Society for Reconstructive Transplantation and a member of The Aesthetic Society, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons. In 2018 he was invited to serve as an Aesthetic Committee Chair for the American Society of Plastic Surgery.

He has won many awards in plastic surgery, such as the Rhinoplasty Society Award and the Best 2018 and 2019 North American Paper of the Year in Plastic Surgery. He has also authored numerous articles and book chapters. He has presented his research and innovative surgical techniques at medical symposiums around the world, and his research has been published in many peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Amirlak has been recognized in national media such as the Daily Mail, NPR, and ABC News.

He serves as a reviewer for numerous medical journals, including the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, and he is on the editorial board for the Journal of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Meet Dr. Amirlak

Experienced Cosmetic Face, Body, and Breast Surgeon in Dallas, Texas

Bardia Amirlak, M.D., FACS, is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, and an expert in cosmetic surgery of the face, body, and breasts. He also performs advanced gender affirmation face and breast surgery (top surgery). With his expertise in plastic surgery, he strives for results that not only look natural for his patients but also are safe and effective.

"We set the pace and protocols for plastic surgery across the globe. One of the major reasons is our extensive research into new plastic surgery techniques and technology," Dr. Amirlak says.

Facial Cosmetic Surgery in Dallas, Texas

One of Dr. Amirlak's primary areas of research involves facial aging and shape. He has investigated the environmental factors of aging, various methods of fat grafting for the face and body, and 3D analysis of the face and nose, all to enhance the results of surgery. This background contributes significantly to his skill in tailoring aesthetic surgeries for patients.

When talking with patients about what they want to achieve, Dr. Amirlak evaluates whether nonsurgical or surgical cosmetic approaches will achieve the best results. He offers a full range of options for the eyes, face, and body – such as body contouring procedures, advanced HD 3D and 4D abdominal liposuction, ultrasound-assisted fat injection to the buttocks (modified Brazilian buttocks lift), breast augmentation, primary and complex rhinoplasty, and facial rejuvenation techniques, such as high superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) deep plane facelift, deep plane upper lip lift, endoscopic forehead and mid-cheek lift, neck lift, fat injections to the cheek and under the eyes, and upper and lower eyelid surgery.

In his Dallas office, he uses sophisticated imaging systems such as VECTRA 3D face and body cameras to help achieve the most accurate results.

Cosmetic Breast Surgery in Dallas, Texas

In addition to cosmetic surgery of the breast, Dr. Amirlak translates his cosmetic experience to breast reconstruction to help restore a more natural appearance.

For breast reconstruction, Dr. Amirlak offers a comprehensive range of options to create new breasts that look natural. These include various types of implants, flaps, and fat injections. As part of his expanding cosmetic practice, he has developed a comprehensive treatment protocol, from facial cosmetic surgery and cosmetic breast surgery to gender affirmation facial surgery and gender affirmation breast surgery.

Internationally Recognized Plastic Surgeon in Dallas, Texas

Because of his training in peripheral nerve surgery and his innovative endoscopic cosmetic surgical procedures, Dr. Amirlak has been internationally recognized for treating adult and pediatric patients with certain types of peripheral nerve and headache disorders, such as daily persistent headaches (NDPH), occipital neuralgia, and chronic migraines. He performs surgical procedures (including endoscopic trigger release and nerve decompression) and nonsurgical Botox® procedures for intractable headaches.

He uses his own modified endoscopic-assisted approach for the treatment of occipital migraines, as well as his innovative Anatomical Regional Targeted (ART) Botox® injection technique. This is now considered the most comprehensive and targeted Botox® injection available.

Dr. Amirlak is not only very passionate about achieving the most natural results for his cosmetic patients, but he also dedicates part of his time to charity and humanitarian mission trips.

Personal Note

Dr. Amirlak enjoys skiing and traveling to the Amazon for mission trips and is married to a cosmetic dentist. He and his wife welcomed a baby boy into their family in 2019.

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Education & Training
  • Medical School - Universidad Iberoamericana, Dominican Republic (1995-1999)
  • Residency - Case Western Reserve University (2007-2010), Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Fellowship - University of Louisville - School of Medicine (2006-2007), Hand Surgery
  • Residency - Creighton University School of Medicine (2001-2006), General Surgery
  • Fellowship - New York Medical College (2000-2001), Research
Professional Associations & Affiliations
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • American Society of Reconstructive Transplant Surgery
  • Dallas County Medical Society / Texas Medical Association
  • Kleinert Society, CMK Institute for Hand and Microsurgery
  • Migraine Surgery Society
Honors & Awards
  • D Magazine Best Doctor 2022
  • Best North American Paper of the Year 2018, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open
  • Best North American Paper of the Year 2017, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open
  • Top Doctor 2017, Castle Connolly
  • Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgery Top Award 2010
  • Winner of the Rhinoplasty Society Award 2010
  • Founding Member - American Society of Reconstructive Transplant Surgery 2008
  • American Medical Association Physicians Recognition Award 2008
  • Winner of 2007 Frachaud Award by the American Hernia Society 2007
  • People's Choice Award 2003, Award, Best Team Player of Year, Creighton University Medical Center
Books & Publications
Research
  • Facial Aging and Fat Compartments
  • 3D Imaging for Rhinoplasty
  • 3D Imaging for Cosmetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery
  • Migraine Treatment with Botox® and Surgery
  • Breast Reconstruction

Clinical Focus

  • Cosmetic Facial Surgery
  • Cosmetic Breast Surgery

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Q&A by Dr. Amirlak