Training and Credentials
Cosmetic Surgeons and Staff in Dallas, Texas
A Powerful Education is the Base…
Dr Rai received his training in Plastic Surgery
at New York Hospital of Cornell University Medical Center. This
is one of the premier universities in training of Plastic Surgeons.
He received his certification by The American Board of Plastic
Surgery in 1983. This is the only Board, which is recognized to
give specialty certification in Cosmetic Surgery of Face, Breasts,
Abdomen and Body.
Advanced Continuing Education and Training…
is the goal which is Dr Rai's lifelong pursuit. There are always
new techniques and methods that are being developed to make your
cosmetic surgery easier and better. Dr Rai constantly explores
the new ways to give you best possible solution for your cosmetic
surgery.
Professional Memberships and Honors…
means that you are being treated by an accomplished authority in the field. Dr. Rai is a member of the following medical societies:
- Vasdev Rai, M.D., F.A.C.S.
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Texas Medical Association
- Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Dallas Society of Plastic Surgeons
- Dallas County Medical Society
Awards…
- Best Medical Graduate Award
- Voted one of Top Plastic Surgeons in Dallas by D-Magazine survey
- July 1992 issue.
Community Service…
“Sounds like a paradox, doesn't it? But think about it. Material
items break, get lost, and are stolen. The most valuable riches
you possess are the things that you give away: love, hope, friendship
and happiness”
Civic Activity: - Public speaker on plastic surgery at multiple
civic, social, hospital and school activities.
Television Appearances
- ABC mid-day news 1986
- Plano/Richardson Cable Network 1990
- Dallas Health Watch KTXA 1992
- KTVT night news on new face lift procedure 1992
- NBC night news 1994
Radio Guest
- KLIF as guest of Art Snell and Karen Bloom, multiple appearances as plastic surgery expert.
- FM-102 as guest of Jim White on plastic surgery
Print Media
Featured in articles, editorials and advertorial coverage in the following magazines:
- D-magazine
- Dallas Morning News
- Ultra
- Allure
- Cosmopolitan
- Town and Country
- Elle
Medical Staff Leadership Roles
Dr Rai has fulfilled many leadership roles on the medical staff
of Medical City Dallas Hospital. He has served multiple terms
as Chief of Section of Plastic Surgery as well as participating
in various committees involved with Quality Assurance and patient
safety.