One of Miami’s
Board-Certified
Plastic Surgeon,
Dr. Karan Chopra
Dr. Chopra completed his plastic surgery training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital, an acclaimed institution ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the top overall hospital in the country for 21 consecutive years. At the forefront of advancing cosmetic surgery, his revolutionary techniques and artful hand yield natural-looking results unique to each of his patients.
About
Dr. Karan Chopra
Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Karan Chopra (pronounced CHŌE-prăh) is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon experienced in plastic surgery of the face, breast, eyes, and body. At the forefront of advancing cosmetic surgery, his revolutionary techniques and artful hand yield natural-looking results unique to each of his patients.
Dr. Chopra trained at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, where he focused on complex facial and orbital reconstruction after trauma. He then completed a dual aesthetic and oculoplastic cosmetic fellowship with Dr. Mark Codner, a world leader in plastic surgery. Later, Dr. Chopra was awarded Board Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS).
In addition to his wide breadth of training, Dr. Chopra is known for his genuine affability and individualized approach with each of his patients. He has also been recognized by his peers as the recipient of the renowned Miller Coulson Academy Award for Clinical Excellence. He is dedicated to safety and quality in plastic surgery through research, innovation, and meticulous attention to detail.
Why Dr. Chopra?
Dr. Chopra and his staff are committed to providing you with the best possible experience and results. We believe in staying up-to-date on the latest techniques and technologies to deliver the best care possible to our patients. Our staff is highly trained, experienced, and friendly. You will feel at ease and welcome from the moment you walk into our office until you leave after your procedure.
Curriculum vitae
- Washington University in St. Louis (2004 – 2008)B.A. Biological Sciences
- University of Maryland School of Medicine (2008 – 2012)M.D
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital & University of Maryland Combined Program (2012 – 2019)Integrated Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Mark Codner MD Plastic Surgery(2019)Oculoplastic & Aesthetic Fellowship
- The Dellon Institutes for Peripheral Nerve Surgery (2020)Joint Denervation, Migraine & Headache Surgery
- The Aesthetic Society
American Society for Plastic Surgeons
Minnesota Society of Plastic Surgeons
South Florida Business & Wealth’s 2023 Apogee Awards – 2023
Voted Rising Star Top Doctor by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine – 2023
Miller Coulson Academy Award for Clinical Excellence – 2019
Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation – Grant Awarded
Semifinalist Distinguished Teaching Society of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine – 2017
House Staff Council Residency Appreciation Award – 2016
“Awarded for outstanding commitment to both patients and the plastic surgery team”
Travel Scholarship – The Aesthetic Society – 2015
1. Moche J, Chopra K Gastman BR. Vascularized Free Fibula for Cervical Spine Reconstruction Following Complicated Retropharyngeal Abscess. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. July 2011. PMID: 21493342
2. Chopra K, Kelishadi S, Kavic S. Heterotopic Gastric Mucosa: A Rare Cause of Jejunal Intussusception. The American Surgeon. September 2011. PMID: 21944611
3. Chopra K, Conde-Green A, Folstein MK, Knepp EK, Christy MR, Singh DP. Bioterrorism: Preparing the Plastic Surgeon. ePlasty. November 2011. PMID: 22132252
4. Kaplan K, Chopra K, Feiner J, Gastman BR. Chest wall reconstruction with Strattice in an Immunosuppressed Patient. ePlasty. November 2011. PMID: 22132251
5. Folstein MK, Brewer MB, Chopra K, Christy MR. Traumatic Aneurysm of the Parietal Branch of the Superficial Temporal Artery: Case Presentation, Diagnosis and Review of the Literature. Clinical Neuroradiology. 2011 Dec 6. PMID: 22143247
6. Knepp EK, Chopra K, Zahiri HR, Holton LH 3rd, Singh DP. An Effective Technique for Salvage of Cardiac-Related Devices. ePlasty. January 2012. PMID: 22292104
7. Chopra K, Folstein MK, Slezak S, Singh DP, Silverman R, Gastman BR. The Versajet for Breast Reduction Surgery: Operator Beware. ePlasty. January 2012. In Press.
8. Christy MR, Lipschitz A, Rodriguez ED, Chopra K, Yuan Nance. Early Postoperative Outcomes Associated with the Anterolateral Thigh Flap in Gustilo IIIB Fractures of the Lower Extremity. Annals of Plastic Surgery. Accepted February 2012.
9. Chopra K, Gastman BR, Manson PN. Stereolithographic Modeling in Reconstructive Surgery of the Craniofacial Skeleton after Tumor Resection. Plast Reconst Surg. April 2012. PMID: 22456402
10. Chopra K, Folstein MK, Manson PN, Gastman BR. Complex Craniofacial Reconstruction using Stereolithographic Modeling. Annals of Plastic Surgery. November 2012. PMID: 23388241
Experience and Skill
Dr. Chopra’s extensive experience in the field means there’s no complication we haven’t tackled. From common concerns to rare complications, we’ve seen and successfully managed it all.
10+ years
of experience
500+
happy patients
500+
happy patients
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