Basel A. Sharaf, M.D., D.D.S.

Basel A. Sharaf, M.D., D.D.S., is a plastic surgeon and Director of aesthetic surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, specializing in facial plastic surgery, facial reconstruction, breast surgery and body contouring. His areas of expertise include facelift, neck lift, brow lift, eyelid surgery, surgery for lower eyelid bags, complex facial and eyelid reconstruction after skin cancer.

Dr. Sharaf provides individualized care with an emphasis on natural-appearing results and treatment plans tailored to each person's anatomy, needs and goals. He partners closely with patients to help them understand their treatment options, make informed decisions and feel supported throughout their surgical journey.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Sharaf's clinical practice includes:

• Facial aesthetic surgery: Facelift (rhytidectomy), neck lift, brow lift, upper and lower eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), surgery for lower eyelid bags, and facial fat grafting for volume restoration and facial rejuvenation.
• Eyelid surgery: Upper and lower blepharoplasty, including treatment of excess eyelid skin, lower eyelid bags and age-related changes around the eyes.
• Facial reconstruction after skin cancer: Reconstruction of facial and eyelid defects following skin cancer removal, including Mohs surgery, with an emphasis on restoring both appearance and function.
• Complex facial and orbital reconstruction: Reconstruction of the face, eyelids and orbit following cancer, tumor removal or trauma, often in collaboration with specialists in dermatology, ophthalmology and other surgical disciplines.
• Breast surgery: Breast lift (mastopexy), breast augmentation using implants or fat grafting, and breast reconstruction (reduction mammaplasty).
• Body contouring: Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and other body-contouring procedures tailored to the patient's anatomy and goals.

Research and education

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Sharaf is actively involved in research and education. His scholarly work focuses on facial aesthetic surgery, facial reconstruction, surgical innovation and improving patient outcomes.

Dr. Sharaf has authored or co-authored more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific publications. His research and academic work reflect an ongoing commitment to advancing plastic surgery, refining surgical techniques and improving care and outcomes for patients.