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Shannon Kuruvilla, MD

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Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla is an aesthetic surgery fellowship trained plastic surgeon. She specializes in aesthetic surgery of the breast, body, and face. She also has expertise in minimally invasive surgical management of migraines. She is a proud Houston native and the eldest of six siblings, has always had a profound curiosity about what makes each person unique—their personality, ambitions, goals, and psychology. This understanding allows her to truly connect with patients on a comprehensive level, seeing them as individuals with distinct life stories and aspirations.

Dr. Kuruvilla graduated with honors from the University of Notre Dame. She completed medical school at The University of Texas McGovern Medical School, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society. She completed her plastic surgery training at the prestigious University of Virginia Department of Plastic Surgery where she was selected to serve as the administrative Chief Resident. To hone her skills in aesthetic plastic surgery, she subsequently completed additional training with an aesthetic surgery fellowship at Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery, one of the top ranked aesthetic plastic surgery practices in the nation.

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June 16, 2026

Every Breast Augmentation Decision, Explained: A Pre-Consult Walkthrough with Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla

Walk into a consult asking for 400cc, and Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla will gently redirect the conversation. The Houston plastic surgeon is on a mission to retire the cup-size shorthand and replace it with something more useful — and this episode is the version of the answer she wants every woman to see before her first appointment. She walks through every choice a woman is asked to make on the way to a breast augmentation: saline versus silicone (and why saline has all but disappeared from cosmetic ...
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June 3, 2026

What a Mommy Makeover Actually Is (And Isn’t)

No two pregnancies are the same, so no two mommy makeovers should be either. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla — who is also a mom — breaks down why this procedure is a category, not a single operation, and how she builds a custom plan around each woman’s anatomy, goals, and recovery priorities. She walks through the four changes pregnancy reliably causes in the body: skin laxity, fat redistribution, diastasis recti, and breast changes. She also explains why diastasis recti is an an...
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Jan. 15, 2026

Breast Reduction Surgery Explained

If you live with the daily discomfort of breasts that feel out of proportion: back and neck pain, deep bra grooves, skin irritation, and the constant feeling of being weighed down by your own body, you’re not alone. Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla explains everything you need to know about breast reduction, one of the most transformative yet misunderstood procedures in plastic surgery. From genetics to changes in body weight, learn why breasts become too large and how it impacts both physical comfort an...
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Dec. 3, 2025

If Leggings Could Talk: Everything You Want to Know About Labiaplasty

She’s keeping her name private, but not her story. Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla’s patient joins the podcast for an honest conversation about an experience most women never hear spoken out loud—what it’s really like to research, consult for, and ultimately...
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Oct. 22, 2025

Are Your Breast Implants Leaking? How to Check for Silent Rupture

Breast implants may be low-risk, but that doesn’t mean they’re no-maintenance. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla explains why regular screening with ultrasound is key to protecting your breast health. Silent ruptures can happen without any symptoms, so the FDA recommends imaging every few years. Find out what sets ultrasound apart from MRI when it comes to accessibility and cost. She shares what you should know, whether you have saline or silicone implants, from how they feel in th...
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Oct. 8, 2025

Motiva Breast Implants: Everything You Need to Know

Motiva’s innovative breast implants may be new to the U.S., but they’ve been available around the world for more than 15 years, and women are loving the results. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla explains what makes Motiva different, from their micro-textured shell that’s gentler on the body to their softer, more natural feel after surgery. Learn about the two main options: Ergonomix, which mimic the natural slope of the breast, and Round, which deliver extra fullness. Dr. Kuruvil...
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May 14, 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Labiaplasty

Whether it’s cosmetic or functional, labiaplasty can boost both your confidence and overall quality of life. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla breaks down how this procedure works and what it’s all about. Hear why women choose to have labiaplasty surgery, how age and childbirth can play a role, and what sets a plastic surgeon’s approach apart from a gynecologist’s. Learn about the different techniques used, what to expect during recovery, potential risks, and the emotional transfor...
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April 9, 2025

Migraine Headaches: What Works, What Doesn’t, and When Surgery Helps

Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla breaks down migraines, one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, especially for women under 50.  Defining the different types of migraines, their triggers, and how they can disrupt daily life,...
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March 19, 2025

Meet Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla

This interview originally aired on the Meet the Doctor podcast. Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla is back in her hometown of Houston, Texas, completing an aesthetic surgery fellowship with Dr. Bob Basu at Basu Aesthetics + Plastic Surgery....