Dr. Ariel Rad, MD

Dr. Ariel N. Rad is a Princeton and Duke University educated, Johns Hopkins trained Board certified plastic surgeon, and he is Assistant Professor of plastic surgery at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Rad has membership with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and he is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery which, through rigorous written and oral examinations, has vetted Dr. Rad's education, training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct as having met the highest standards established by these national organizations.

Dr. Rad was awarded two Howard Hughes Medical Institute fellowships to conduct research at the National Institutes of Health and Duke University, as well as a three-year grant from the NIH to expand upon his pioneering work at the University of London where he completed a Ph.D. in immunology. In 2003, Dr. Rad returned to the United States to enter the training program in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins. Upon completion of his training in 2009 Dr. Rad joined the full-time faculty at Johns Hopkins as Assistant Professor and Director of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery where he instructed surgeon trainees in state-of-the-art aesthetic and reconstructive techniques.  Dr. Rad has published numerous journal articles and book chapters. While at Johns Hopkins, Dr. Rad and his colleagues pioneered microvascular techniques several of which only 50 surgeons worldwide are skilled to perform. Dr. Rad has lectured on his work at international meetings such as in Helsinki, Finland at the World Microsurgery Congress, the American Association of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.  

Dr. Rad is dedicated to his patients and, with his wife, opened SHERBER RAD July 2014 to deliver excellent collaborative care. Together Drs. Sherber's and Rad's approach are centered on comprehensive care and patient privacy.  Dr. Rad's top flight technical abilities, paired with a cultivated artistic sense, are the tools through which he is able to achieve exceptional results. He is known for his skill in microsurgery and facial aesthetic surgery, his nuanced artistic vision and caring manner.

In Washington, DC patients seek subtle, refined and nuanced results to portray themselves to best advantage. My patient's seek to be an improved version of themselves, not to be extremely altered.  A perfect surgical result sparks in observers the sub-conscious reaction "this person looks much better but I'm not sure why."  I endeavor to achieve this goal for each patient.

My consultative time is unhurried, so that you have a clear understanding and expectation. My surgical results are impeccable: patients enjoy long-lasting improvements with minimal, hidden scars and the least down time possible.  My care is exceptional: my staff and I provide step-by-step guidance for optimal healing and a smooth recovery.  I carefully plan my unique approach for each patient.  The artistry of my work is to restore a rested, natural appearance rather than to smooth every wrinkle or change one's identity.  Surgery is not a small undertaking, and you'll receive support and care that is unparalleled.

Dr. Rad is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins. He is a pioneer of facial aesthetic and microvascular surgery techniques.  Dr. Rad developed the mini-incision neck lift, and he is one of only 30 plastic surgeons worldwide who perform the Love Handle flap.  Dr. Rad applies his techniques and skills