Kalpesh Vakharia

Kalpesh Vakharia is an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. He serves as Chief of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Director of the Facial Nerve Center.

• University of Pennsylvania: BA in Biochemistry, BSE in Computer Science Engineering, MS in Chemistry
• University of California, San Francisco: Doctor of Medicine

Dr. Vakharia specializes in surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation/reconstruction, with research focused on integrating technology into facial plastic surgery. His work includes 3D-printing, computer algorithms for trauma treatment, and facial nerve recovery studies.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in facial paralysis, trauma reconstruction, and technological innovation. Collaborations with multidisciplinary teams span neurology, cardiology, and biomedical engineering.

At the University of Maryland, he actively mentors medical students, residents, and fellows, and co-directs the Otorhinolaryngology Emergencies Bootcamp.