Norfolk Medical Group is excited to welcome Dr. Mark Shashikant to Fountain Point Medical Community. Dr. Mark Shashikant is a distinguished plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise, compassion, and commitment to aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Since 2009, he has transformed the lives of numerous patients through his meticulous surgical skills and personalized care.
Mark grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, and completed his undergraduate studies in biology at American University in Washington, DC, before earning his master’s degree in physiology and his medical degree, both from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Inspired by the intersection of artistry and medicine, as well as his family ties to plastic surgery, he pursued a full residency in general surgery followed by advanced training in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the renowned Lahey Clinic near Boston, MA, where he honed his skills in both cosmetic enhancement and complex reconstructive procedures.
Throughout his career, Dr. Shashikant has held esteemed positions at leading medical centers, where he has specialized in a wide range of plastic surgery techniques. His career began in the U.S. Army at Walter Reed Army Medical Center prior to moving to civilian practice.
Outside of his practice, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, Beth, and their four children. He is an avid bird hunter, hunting dog trainer, and fly fisherman, as well as a passionate cook.