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READ TESTIMONIALS FROM REAL PATIENTS OF DR. BALAKHANI

Deciding on a plastic surgeon to perform your procedure is an important decision. It is essential that you feel confident that you are making the right choice. We have provided testimonials of plastic surgery patients that have placed their trust in Dr. Balakhani to perform their procedures.

“Dear Dr. Balakhani,
It’s difficult to adequately express my gratitude to you for all that you have done for me. I am delighted with the results of my surgery. I cannot thank you enough.

Sincerely,
Valerie”

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MEET MEHDI BALAKHANI, D.D.S., M.D., F.A.C.S.

Mehdi Balakhani, D.D.S., M.D., F.A.C.S. is Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Christiana Care Systems and Director of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at St. Francis Hospital, Wilmington, Delaware. He has been selected by nurses and his peers as a top doctor in Delaware since 1992. Dr. Balakhani is Board Certified in both Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery since 1983. He has contributed more than 20 cosmetic surgery instructional exhibits to the Medical Society of Delaware over the past 20 years. He has provided more than 200 educational seminars for public education in the field of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

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Plastic Surgery Staff Delaware

We have highly trained staff at both of our Delaware locations, in Wilmington. Our entire team is committed to providing you with a positive experience and the best care possible.
Meet Our Staff



Lyn is the practice coordinator for Dr. Mehdi Balakhani. She has been with the practice since 2001. As the practice coordinator she assists patients in the process of scheduling their surgical procedure.
“Being a private practice gives our patients individual and personalized care where they never feel rushed. We strive to make the patients feel welcome and well informed.”



Maryalice C.P.C. is a Certified Plastic Surgical Coding Specialist and a practice scheduling coordinator. As a member of the American Academy of Professional Coders she maintains her certification by attending seminars and continuing education classes. Joining our staff in the fall of 2011 she helps to educate patients on Cosmetic Surgical procedures and the process individual patients will go through. Her pleasant and professional demeanor enhances the environment especially for our patients.
“Our team approach allows us to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients. This exceptional care that Dr. Balakhani provides to his patients is the reason why I see families of three generations in our office.”



Llyn is the master medical aesthetician, and associate director of skin beautification for Mehdi Balakhani, M.D.
Educational background:

  • Aesthetician Certification through Venus Beauty Academy and licensed in DE 1996.
  • Certification from Beau Institute, Mt. Laurel, NJ in Permanent Make-Up (Micropigmentation)
  • Certified in Dr. Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Philadelphia, PA
  • Training in Color, make up artistry, facials, microdermabrasion, acid peels, Obagi Medical Products, and Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup.

“Transformation from rejuvenated skin from within, to see a person’s spirit glow through the happy expression on their face, and renewed excitement for life is so heart-warming and fulfilling.”



Shelah is a medical office assistant who has been working with Dr. Balakhani since 2002. She has a bachelor’s degree in English and Women’s Studies from the University of Delaware. She enjoys creating and editing website materials, along with assisting patients.
“I feel privileged to assist with patient care in this office. I am also proud to work beside my fellow staff members because of how much we all strive and care to bring the highest quality service to all patients of every medical background. It all trickles down from having a perfectionist leader.”



Mehdi C., is Patient and Practice Visual Education Coordinator. Mehdi is passionate about delivering the truest visual representation and education for each of Dr. Balakhani’s procedures.


“The staff in our office work together as a team to optimize patient’s satisfaction, provider time and treatment room utilization.” –Maryalice

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