Buthainah Al-Shunnar

Specialization: Plastic surgeon
Workplace: United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic
- Medical director and founder at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery in Dubai, with the clinic describing her as the first Emirati female plastic surgeon.
- Double Board Certified by the American Board, and listed as an American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
- Recognized as the only UAE national who is American Board Certified in Plastic Surgery.
- Consults and treats patients across cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, including procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, and gynecomastia surgery.
Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar is the first Emirati female plastic surgeon and the medical director of Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic in Dubai. She holds double American Board certification and completed her surgical training at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. She performs aesthetic facial sculpting and complex breast reconstruction.
- The only UAE national with American Board certification in plastic surgery.
- Winner of the Distinguished Surgeon award from the Dubai Health Authority.
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
- Performs transaxillary breast augmentation and breast lifts with internal bra support.

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Qualifications

Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar is the first Emirati female plastic surgeon and holds double board certification from the American Board. She is the medical director of Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery and has practiced in the UAE since 2003. Dr. Al-Shunnar is the only UAE national to hold American Board Certification in Plastic Surgery.

Specialization and Clinical Focus

Dr. Al-Shunnar performs reconstructive and aesthetic procedures for male and female patients. Her surgical practice includes breast reshaping, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. She uses Vaser liposuction – a specialized ultrasound technology that breaks down fat cells while preserving surrounding tissue – for precise fat removal.

The doctor provides a range of breast surgeries, including transaxillary augmentation and breast lifts with an internal bra. She also plans breast reconstruction and treats gynecomastia, which is the enlargement of breast tissue in men. For facial enhancement, Dr. Al-Shunnar performs eyelid lifts, ear reshaping, and buccal fat removal.

In addition to surgery, Dr. Al-Shunnar offers non-invasive aesthetic treatments. These options include Botox, dermal fillers, and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. She also treats acne scars using chemical peels and microneedling techniques.

Advanced Techniques

Transaxillary breast augmentation
Breast augmentation with fat transfer
Facial fat grafting
Mommy makeover and post-weight loss contouring
Lower body lift and thighplasty

Work Experience

Medical Director and Founder – Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery, Dubai (2003–Present)

Education and Training

Plastic Surgery Residency – Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, USA
Elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society

Awards and Professional Recognition

Distinguished Surgeon – Dubai Health Awards
Chairperson and Speaker – Emirates Plastic Surgery Society Conference
Invited Speaker and Moderator – Johns Hopkins Biannual Plastic Surgery Conference, USA
Leader in Breast & Aesthetic Facial Surgery 2020 – UAE Business Awards

Professional Memberships and Certifications

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
American Board of Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Medical Association
International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Emirates Plastic Surgery Society (EPSS)
Johns Hopkins Medical and Surgical Association

Buthainah Al-Shunnar

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