
Meet
Daniel Golshani, MD, FACS
Beverly Hills Board-Certified Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgeon
Dr. Daniel Golshani is a double board-certified plastic surgeon skilled in body, breast, and facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. With the help of his team, Dr. Gloshani offers a wide range of procedures including facelift, neck lift, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, breast reduction, and breast revision surgery. He belongs to a small number of plastic surgeons who maintain active certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He has earned international recognition from his patients and medical colleagues for the beautiful, natural quality of his results and his innovations in surgical techniques.
Transforming Lives Through the Art of Surgery
While Dr. Golshani’s surgical skills and mastery of sophisticated medical techniques are points of pride, what motivates him most is the transformative power of plastic surgery to change people’s lives for the better. He’s seen that transformation in his patients when cosmetic or reconstructive surgery restores their pride in their appearance, improves function, and makes them feel better about themselves. In many cases, surgery is a stepping stone to further lifestyle enhancements that are often driven by the patient’s renewed sense of confidence and self-esteem.
A Caring Approach
Dr. Golshani’s caring focus on each patient begins with the initial consultation, during which he listens carefully to the patient’s concerns, conducts a thorough assessment, and makes recommendations as to the safest and most effective surgical approach. This meticulous approach carries into collaborative preparation for the surgery and support during their recovery and beyond. With his thoroughness in planning personalized treatments, his surgical skills, and his comprehensive approach to improving patients’ lives, Dr. Golshani often attracts patients from around the world.
“My team and I strive to do exemplary work for every patient. From their initial consultation, until long after they have fully recovered, each patient receives my full attention and expertise. We are here by your side to ensure your experience and results are the best they can be.”
Dr. Daniel Golshani
Advancing the Art and Science of Plastic Surgery
Dr. Golshani has helped to advance the field of plastic surgery through clinical research in stem cell autologous fat grafting, minimally invasive facial aesthetic surgery, and improved techniques in performing breast lift, rhinoplasty, and facial rejuvenation surgeries. Not only does he perform excellent initial surgeries but is known for his skill in revision surgery, often fixing damage caused by previous surgeons.
Dr. Golshani has been awarded multiple Patient’s Choice, Compassionate Physician, and Top Doctors Awards. He has founded a multi-specialty surgical center and a multidisciplinary aesthetic clinic in Beverly Hills, California, and holds active staff privileges at Providence Saint Johns’ Medical Center in Santa Monica, California.
In addition to English, his native language, Dr. Golshani speaks Spanish, French, and Farsi.
Education and Surgical Training
Dr. Golshani received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), with a major in Biology and Phi Beta Kappa, magna cum laude, and dean’s scholar recognitions. He then attended the University of California, Irvine College of Medicine as one of only two University of California Regent’s Scholars.
Dr. Golshani completed a six-year internship and residency program in General Surgery at the LA County – USC Medical Center (now the Los Angeles General Medical Center). At this prestigious institution, Dr. Golshani took part in the care of thousands of surgical patients, performed research in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and ultimately graduated as a chief resident, receiving the chief resident teacher of the year award.
He next completed an additional two-year residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)—one of the highest-quality and most sought-after residency programs in the field.
After nine years of residency, Dr. Golshani completed his surgical training and completed a final year of fellowship training in reconstructive microsurgery at USC Keck School of Medicine and the Southern California Orthopedic Institute (SCOI).
Memberships, Privileges, Awards
- Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery
- Diplomate, American Board of Surgery
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Member, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
- Member, Los Angeles Surgical Society
- Member, California Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Member, UCSF Plastic Surgeons Association
- Privileges, Providence Saint Johns’ Medical Center, Santa Monica, California
- Patient’s Choice Award 2009 – 20012
- Compassionate Physician Award 2011 – 2012
- America’s Top Surgeons – Plastic Surgery – 2014
Contributions to the Medical Community
Research and Publications
Areas of Research Interest
- Single-stage breast reconstruction for breast cancer
- Autogenous Single Stage Breast Reconstruction
- Management of bronchopleural fistulae
- Growth factors in tissue regeneration
- Surgical approaches to islet cell transplantation
- Microvascular Surgery
- Dorsal Wrist Syndrome
- The Role of Anti-idiotypic Antibodies in the Prevention of First Trimester Abortions
- Advisor: S. Jordan, M.D.
- The Pediatric Immunopathology laboratory
- University of California, Los Angeles – 1983—86
- Advisor: S. Wise, Ph.D.
- Department of History
- University of California, Los Angeles – 1987
- Advisor: M.D. Cahalan, Ph.D.
- Department of Physiology
- University of California, Irvine – 1988-89
- Advisor: T. Wellisz, M.D.
- Division of Plastic Surgery
- Department of Surgery
- University of Southern California – 1993 – 1995
- Advisor: D. Demetriades, M.D.
- Department of Surgery
- University of Southern California – 1993
- Advisor: A. Yellin, M.D.
- Department of Surgery
- University of Southern California – 1992 – 1995
- Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- University of California, San Francisco – 1997 – 1999
- Southern California Orthopedic Institute – 1999 – 2000
- Lateral Tension Abdominoplasty
- Multiplanar Single Stage “Totum” Augmentation Mastopexy
- Gluteal Augmentation with Large Volume Autologous Fat Grafting
- Super Dense Autologous Fat Grafting of the Face
- Total Body Liposculpture
- Multiplanar Facial Augmentopexy
Barkley, S., Golshani, S., Jordan, S., & Sakai, B. (1985, September). Detection of Anti-HLA Anti-idiotypic Antibodies in the Cord Blood Sera of Normal Neonates. The Western Society for Pediatric Research.
Golshani, S., Wellisz, T., Lawrence, M., Jazayeri, M., & Zhou, Z. (1994, January 13). The Effects of Alloplastic Implants on the Growing Facial Skeleton. California Society of Plastic Surgeons, Inc., San Diego, CA.
Lawrence, M., Golshani, S., Wellisz, T., Jazayeri, M., & Zhou, Z. (1994, January 13). The Deformation of the Mandible Beneath Alloplastic Implants. California Society of Plastic Surgeons, Inc., San Diego, CA.
Wellisz, T., Lawrence, M., Golshani, S., Jazayeri, M., & Zhou, Z. (1994, April 5-9). The Deformation of the Rabbit Mandible Beneath Alloplastic Implants. Society for Biomaterials, Boston, MA.
Golshani, S., Wellisz, T., Zhou, Z., & Nimni, M. (1995, January 14-16). Use of a Hyaluronic Acid Coated Sheath in the Prevention of Flexor Tendon Adhesions: An Experimental Study in the Rat. American Association for Hand Surgery, Marco Island, FL.
Asensio, J. A., Demetriades, D., Theodorou, D., Berne T. V., Golshani, S., Belzberg, H., Weaver, F., & Yellin, A. (1995, August 27-September 2). Management Options in Vertebral Artery Injuries. International Surgical Week ISW 95, Lisbon, Portugal.
Cornwell, E. E. III, Demetriades, D., Theodorou, D., Berne, T. V., Golshani, S., Belzberg, H., Weaver, F., Velhamos, G., & Yellin, A. (1995, August 27-September 2). Penetrating Injuries of the Neck: Clinical Examination, Angiography or Colour Flow Doppler?. International Surgical Week ISW 95, Lisbon, Portugal.
Kuehne, J., Frankhouse, J., Cornwell, E., Aziz, I., Golshani, S., Modral, G., Weaver, F., Demetriades, D., & Yellin, A. (1997). Determinants of Survival after Inferior Vena Caval Trauma American Association for the Surgery of Trauma.
Denkler, K., & Golshani, S. (1999, June 22-July 3). Resection of Dupuytren’s Contracture under Local Anesthetic with Epinephrine. International Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons, San Francisco, CA.
Golshani, S., Lee, C., Do, H., Mathes, S., & Thomas, A. (2000, October 16). The Complex Empyema Cavity: Anatomy of the Bronchopleural Fistula as a Determinant of Outcome. American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Los Angeles, CA.
- Golshani, S., Zhao, Z., & Gade, P. (1994). Applications of Medpor Porous Polyethylene in Facial Bone Augmentation. The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery, 11(2).
- Wellisz, T., Lawrence, M., Golshani, S., Jazayeri, M., & Zhou, Z. (1995, September). The Effects of Alloplastic Implants on the Adult Rabbit Craniofacial Skeleton. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 97(2).
- Demetriades, D., Theodorou, D., Asensio, J., Golshani, S., Belzberg, H., Yellin, A., Weaver, F., & Berne, T. V. Management Options in Vertebral Artery Injuries. British Journal of Surgery, 83(1), 83-86.
- Golshani, S., Simons, A., Der, R., & Ortega, A. (1996). Necrotizing Fasciitis Following Laparoscopic Surgery: Case Report and Review of Literature. Surgical Endoscopy, 10, 751-754.
- Zhou, Z., Golshani, S., Wellisz, T., Rosso, R., Nimni, M., & Reinisch, J. (1997, July). A New Model for Heterotopic Aortic Valve Transplantation. Transplantation, 64, 228-232.
- Golshani, S., Lee, C., & Sydorak, R. (1999, August). Symptomatic Forearm Muscle Hernia: Repair by Autologous Fascia Lata Inlay. Annals of Plastic Surgery, 43(2), 204-206.
- Kuehne, J., Frankhouse, J., Modral, G., Golshani, S., Demetriades, D., & Yellin, A. (1999, October). Determinants of Survival after Inferior Vena Cava Trauma. American Surgeon, 65(10), 976-981.
- Golshani, S., Lee, C., Cass, D., Thomas, A., & Mandape, A. H. (1999, November). Microvascular “Supercharged” Cervical Colon: Minimizing Ischemia in Esophageal Reconstruction. Annals of Plastic Surgery, 43(5), 553-8.
Get To Know Dr. Golshani
I grew up in Santa Monica, California. It was a wonderful place that shaped my upbringing and instilled a strong sense of community and values.
After medical school at UC Irvine, Dr. Golshani completed a six-year General Surgery internship and residency program at the LA County – USC Medical Center. Dr. Golshani cared for thousands of surgical patients at this prestigious institution, performed research in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and ultimately graduated as a Chief Resident, receiving the USC General Surgery Outstanding Chief Resident Teacher of the Year award in 1997.
Dr. Golshani attended the world-renowned Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency Program for the next two years at the University of California – San Francisco (UCSF). He found UCSF to be an ideal venue to learn the art and science of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from world-famous mentors including Dr. Stephen Mathes, Dr. Jack Owsley a pioneer in facelift surgery, Dr. Gilbert Gradinger, and Dr. Harry Buncke, the father of the field of microsurgery. Dr. Golshani completed his surgical training, after nine years of residency with a final year of fellowship training in reconstructive microsurgery, at USC Keck School of Medicine and SCOI in 2000.
As a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons, and a member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), Dr. Golshani is internationally recognized by his colleagues and patients for his work in aesthetic plastic surgery of the face and body. Additionally, he is involved in advancing the field of plastic surgery through clinical research in stem cell autologous fat grafting, multi-layer single stage augmentation mastopexies, minimally invasive facial aesthetic surgery, and anti-aging facial rejuvenation. Not only does he perform excellent initial surgeries, but patients say he does the best mommy makeovers in this city, often fixing the damage that other surgeons have caused. Dr. Golshani has been awarded multiple Patient’s Choice, Compassionate Physician, and Top Doctors Awards. He has founded a multi-specialty surgical center and a multidisciplinary aesthetic clinic in Beverly Hills, California, and holds active staff privileges at several hospitals across Southern California.
My team and I strive to do exemplary work for every patient. Each patient gets my full attention and expertise from the initial consultation until long after they fully recover. We are here by your side to ensure your experience and results are the best they can be.
I was drawn to plastic surgery because it offered the opportunity to blend artistry with science, helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals and regain confidence in themselves.
The most rewarding aspect of being a plastic surgeon is witnessing the transformation in my patients, both physically and emotionally, as they undergo procedures that enhance their appearance and self-esteem.
Hard work, dedication to continuous learning, staying knowledgable of the latest advancements in the field, and always putting my patients’ needs first have been key factors in my journey to becoming a successful surgeon.
In my spare time, I enjoy painting, sculpting, hiking, bike riding and spending time with my family and dogs, who help me unwind and recharge outside of the demanding nature of my profession.
During my studies, I realized the profound impact of aesthetic surgery on a person’s self-image and confidence, motivating me to specialize in this field to help patients achieve their desired outcomes.
Like any journey, there were challenges, but I viewed setbacks as opportunities for growth and learning, allowing me to emerge stronger and more resilient in pursuing my goals.
Compassionate, Meticulous, and Dedicated.
I have been fortunate to have mentors who have guided and inspired me throughout my career, imparting invaluable knowledge and wisdom that continue to shape my approach to patient care and surgical practice.
Becoming a plastic surgeon has instilled in me a deep sense of empathy, resilience, and a profound appreciation for the transformative power of aesthetic surgery in improving patients’ lives.
Patients choose me as their plastic surgeon for my personalized approach, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering natural-looking results tailored to their individual needs. My dedication to excellence and ongoing pursuit of surgical mastery set me apart and make me a trusted partner in their aesthetic journey.