Shanthala Shivananjappa, MD

My experience with Shanthala for the past 12, yes TWELVE years has been simply outstanding. She is the most compassionate , sincere, genuine and honest physician I have ever dealt with. She allows ample time with every patient and covers every detail of the procedure. She will NOT perform a procedure if she feels it is not necessary. She is honest about expectations and results. Her personal follow up to procedures is sincere and caring. She is the only person I trust to do anything on my face. I highly recommend her!

I honestly can’t say enough good things about Dr. Shanthala. If you’ve been struggling with acne scars like I have, you know how frustrating it is to find something that actually works. I first went in for a consultation, and right away, I could tell the doctor really knew her stuff. She was so knowledgeable but explained everything in a way that actually made sense, rather than just using a bunch of medical jargon. I felt super comfortable moving forward because she took the time to lay out exactly what to expect. I’ve done three laser sessions and one RF microneedling now, and the results are amazing. What I appreciated most is that Dr. Shanthala really goes above and beyond—She’s so helpful, she never rushes you, and you can tell she actually care about your results, not just getting you in and out of the door. Highly recommends Dr. Shanthala!

I originally went in planning to do Fraxel because of everything I had read online about it. When I met with Dr. Shantala, she asked me to trust her recommendation instead and suggested the UltraClear laser. I decided to follow her advice and went ahead with the treatment she recommended. After my second treatment, I’m honestly starting to see real results. I’ve struggled with acne my entire life, and the scarring has always made me feel like having nice skin just wasn’t in the cards for me. For years I assumed it was something I would just have to live with. Now, for the first time, it actually feels like clear, healthy skin might be possible. The improvement I’m seeing already has been really encouraging, and I’m so glad I trusted her recommendation instead of just sticking with what I had originally planned. She is most certainly cares and wants the right treatment for her patients.

I came from Canada for the second Time to have another treatment with the Ultra clear laser by Dr. Shantala. As usual, she was very professional and tools the Time to assess my treatment needs. Afterwards, she was always available if I had any questions. I am very satisfied with the care I received and I highly recommend Dr. Shantala She is worth the trip.

My face was in desperate need of a refresh; my skin was sun-damaged, wrinkled, dull, and sagging. I traveled from out of state for the Ultra Clear laser treatment on my face and neck with Dr. Shanthala two weeks ago, and today, I can’t stop looking at myself in the mirror. The results are truly amazing! My lines are softened—some are even completely gone—and my skin looks radiant, refreshed, and much tighter. I am so glad I chose to work with a licensed, highly trained medical doctor. Dr. Shanthala impressed me so much during our initial consultation with her expertise and integrity that I decided to look no further for a provider. She is kind, caring, and completely honest about which treatments would work for my skin and which wouldn't. I respected her assessment immediately and booked my treatment. She recommended the latest, innovative fractional ablative laser for my skin's condition and I am convinced it was the right choice.  While the procedure involves some discomfort, her bedside manner supported me through it and then from that day, right to today, her communication has been ongoing; she is incredibly invested in my healing, and responsive to every question or concern I have. I am truly thrilled with the results on my face and neck. Every day the skin looks better, and Dr. Shanthala assured me this progress will continue as I further heal. If you want to do the right thing for your skin, meet with Dr. Shanthala. She has years of experience and is acutely up to date with all the latest treatments and procedures. Her office is state of the art and pristine.  She will make you very happy—I certainly am!  It feels wonderful to start to have my confidence back, even without makeup. I am loving my reflection again!

My face was in desperate need of a refresh; my skin was sun-damaged, wrinkled, dull, and sagging. I traveled from out of state for the Ultra Clear laser treatment on my face and neck with Dr. Shanthala two weeks ago, and today, I can’t stop looking at myself in the mirror. The results are truly amazing! My lines are softened—some are even completely gone—and my skin looks radiant, refreshed, and much tighter. I am so glad I chose to work with a licensed, highly trained medical doctor. Dr. Shanthala impressed me so much during our initial consultation with her expertise and integrity that I decided to look no further for a provider. She is kind, caring, and completely honest about which treatments would work for my skin and which wouldn't. I respected her assessment immediately and booked my treatment. She recommended the latest, innovative fractional ablative laser for my skin's condition and I am convinced it was the right choice. While the procedure involves some discomfort, her bedside manner supported me through it and then from that day, right to today, her communication has been ongoing; she is incredibly invested in my healing, and responsive to every question or concern I have. I am truly thrilled with the results on my face and neck. Every day the skin looks better, and Dr. Shanthala assured me this progress will continue as I further heal. If you want to do the right thing for your skin, meet with Dr. Shanthala. She has years of experience and is acutely up to date with all the latest treatments and procedures. Her office is state of the art and pristine. She will make you very happy—I certainly am! It feels wonderful to start to have my confidence back, even without makeup. I am loving my reflection again!

I was recommended to Dr Shanthala by my plastic surgeon who was retiring. It was one of the best referrals that I have been given. Dr Shanthala takes her time with you so she can understand what you want and what he think she can do for you. She spends the time with you, no in and out quickly and on to the next person. She is caring. She doesn't rush you and she explains everything. I have had a few procedures, including UltraClear Laser. She is conscientious, always checking up with you during recovery time. If you feel you need to speak to her she is there for you. If someone asked me for a referral I wouldn't hesitate to give Dr Shantlala name.

I sought treatment from Dr. Shanthala for stubborn, 20-year-old acne scars on my face (rolling and boxcar types) that had persisted since my teenage years. These were deep, tough scars, and finding an experienced physician (MD) who personally performs all procedures, without delegating to technicians or nurses or nurse aides, was very important to me. After extensive research in the area, I chose Dr. Shanthala, and I’m very glad I did. The consultation process was seamless and highly informative. Dr. Shanthala is honest, thorough, and realistic — she doesn’t overpromise, overtreat, or pressure you into unnecessary services. She carefully explains all available treatment options, expected outcomes (supported by before-and-after photos from other patients), and the overall timeline. Each treatment plan is fully customized to the individual patient. Dr. Shanthala combines multiple advanced state-of-the-art procedures for the best possible outcome. In my case, this included Subcision, Ultra Clear Laser, and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma). These are complex, high-precision treatments, and having a skilled experienced MD personally perform them makes a huge difference in both safety and best results. After three sessions, my improvement has been remarkable. I’ve also been very impressed by the Post Care protocol and support. Dr. Shanthala provides detailed recovery guidance and steps, daily follow-ups with photos, and genuine care throughout the process. Her professionalism, expertise, and patient dedication and care truly stand out. Highly recommended!

Dr. Shantala was amazing, she is super kind and cares about his patients. I had ultra clear done and also injectables. Each interaction with her was amazing. Ultra clear laser was one of the best treatments I could have done to address skin elasticity, I’m super happy with the results. Cant wait to do it again next year!

Dr. Shanthala is one of the most kind and empathetic doctors I have met. She is very accommodating when it comes to both making time for patients and following up with them post-treatment. She is also very thorough and realistic when it comes to addressing your concerns, and my experiences with her treatments, which include ultraclear laser and RF microneedling, have been smooth. I've definitely seen an improvement in my skin compared to when I first started seeing her.