AMI A. SHAH MD
Dr. Ami A. Shah is a Stanford-trained, board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon with over a decade of expert clinical experience. Formerly the only oculofacial plastic surgeon at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Dr. Shah now leads a distinguished private practice dedicated to advancing the art and science of eye and facial plastic surgery.
Graduating as the youngest physician in her class through a unique direct pathway from high school to medical graduate studies at the University of Alabama, Dr. Ami’s academic journey set the foundation for excellence. She completed her residency at Vanderbilt before specializing at Stanford, focusing on the delicate interplay of form and function in the eye and facial regions.
An esteemed national and international educator, Dr. Ami has trained numerous physicians and continues to mentor the next generation of surgical residents. Her extroverted nature enriches her patient interactions, creating an environment of warmth and trust that elevates the standard of medical care.
Dr. Ami’s is passionate about restoring care, confidence, and trust in medicine by delivering an unparalleled experience marked by comfort, nurture, and hope. Her love for medicine sparks curiosity and creativity. She reads medical journals for fun (seriously 🤓) to feed her curious mind and passion for learning and loves sharing this knowledge with others; She enjoys educating her patients and staff. With a sharp wit and warm laughter, she spreads happiness to those around her. Dancing brings rhythm and joy to her life, reflecting her vibrant spirit An animal lover, she values the special bond with her pets and enjoys rescuing animals. At the heart of her life are her two children, ages 10 and 6, whose energy fills her days. Supported by her husband, she gracefully balances family, creativity, and joy.