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Dr. Dinakar Golla, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Dr. Dinakar Golla, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dermatology
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
NPI: 1164561379· License: MD424542 (PA) verify
Medical school: Boston University School Of Medicine · Graduated 1999(~27 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $229 across 11 payments (what this means)
4.4(95 ratings)

In Dr. Dinakar Golla's own words

How Dr. Dinakar Golla describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla would 100% use silicone implants for his own family members.
  • Dr. Dinakar Golla believes silicone implants are safe and efficient to use in surgery.
  • The Golla Center for Plastic Surgery celebrates the confidence and transformation that comes with feeling one's best.

Specialization

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla and the Golla Center for Plastic Surgery specialize in breast augmentation.
  • Dr. Dinakar Golla is a Plastic Surgeon.

Technique

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla's practice uses Blake drains, which are round drains that do not clot, resulting in smooth, easy removal in the office with minimal pain.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla is Board-Certified.

Consultation

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla's practice is happy to answer any questions in person and looks forward to meeting prospective patients to discuss their concerns regarding tummy tucks.
  • Schedule a consultation with Dr. Golla to learn what option is right for you
  • A consultation offers personalized skin care guidance.

Recovery guidance

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla's practice finds that most patients recover from tummy tucks within two weeks, with significant pain primarily experienced in the first couple of days.

Results

  • Dr. Dinakar Golla believes silicone implants feel significantly more natural than saline implants.

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About

Dr. Dinakar Golla is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He approaches patient care with the philosophy that "medicine is a team sport," valuing lifelong learning and collaborative growth to achieve better patient outcomes. His practice celebrates the confidence and transformation that comes with feeling one's best. Dr. Golla emphasizes a personalized approach, recognizing the uniqueness of each face to ensure balanced and natural-looking results. He offers procedures such as breast implants, facelifts, and tummy tucks. For breast implants, the Golla Center uses silicone implants, prioritizing safety, quality, and a natural feel. He also provides non-surgical options like hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, which restore volume, enhance contours, and smooth fine lines with immediate, natural-looking results and minimal downtime. Additionally, Dr. Golla utilizes PCA Skin chemical peels to gently resurface skin, addressing concerns like acne, sun damage, and uneven tone. He advocates for medical-grade skincare, believing every patient's skin deserves professional-level care, and works alongside a dermatology team for comprehensive skin health.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

Select a service to schedule an appointment · each is approximately 60 minutes

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Dinakar Golla, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Facelift

$5

1 patient report · 2017

Below typicalTypical nationally: $9,050–$17,977 (median $12,101, 282 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Dinakar Golla

Sourced directly from Dr. Dinakar Golla's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Golla's philosophy on breast implants?
Dr. Golla believes breast implants are not a one-size-fits-all solution. The Golla Center exclusively uses silicone implants, prioritizing safety, quality, and a natural feel for each patient.
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What are the benefits of PCA Skin chemical peels?
PCA Skin chemical peels gently resurface the skin to reveal a smoother, brighter, and more radiant complexion. They are ideal for treating acne and congestion, sun damage, uneven skin tone, and fine lines.
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What are hyaluronic acid dermal fillers and what results can I expect?
Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are a versatile, non-surgical method for restoring volume, enhancing facial contours, smoothing fine lines, plumping and defining lips, restoring cheek volume, smoothing nasolabial folds, and rejuvenating under-eye hollows. Hyaluronic acid is a substance your body naturally produces, leading to soft, natural, and beautifully refreshed immediate results with minimal downtime.
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What is the Golla Center's approach to skin cancer prevention and detection?
Recognizing skin cancer as the most common cancer in the U.S., the Golla Center emphasizes early detection and prevention. They recommend regular dermatology screenings to identify suspicious moles, sun damage, and early skin cancers. Patients should watch for changing or irregular moles, spots that bleed, itch, or don’t heal, and new or unusual growths. Prevention includes daily broad-spectrum SPF, avoiding peak sun hours, wearing protective clothing and hats, and scheduling annual skin exams with a dermatology provider.
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What is the difference between psoriasis and eczema?
While psoriasis and eczema can appear similar, they are distinct conditions. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition characterized by thick, silvery scales, often affecting the elbows, knees, and scalp. Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) is an inflammatory skin condition presenting as red, itchy, inflamed patches, commonly found in skin folds and very dry areas.
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What are Dr. Golla's recommendations for winter skincare?
Winter weather and indoor heat can dry out and irritate skin. Dr. Golla recommends turning down heat and water temperature, as hot showers strip natural oils. Opt for lukewarm showers and use gentle, fragrance-free cleansers like Cetaphil, CeraVe, or Dove to protect the skin barrier. Moisturize immediately after showering while skin is damp, using a thick moisturizer such as CeraVe cream or plain Vaseline to lock in hydration. Seek professional care for persistent flares of conditions like psoriasis or eczema, which can worsen in cold, dry conditions.
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From Dr. Dinakar Golla's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Dinakar Golla Review Summary

4.03
Dr. Golla has a solid overall rating. He's received a 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews, and other platforms like US News give him a full 5/5. Healthgrades and Sharecare both rate him a respectable 3.7/5. This suggests a generally positive patient experience.

Ratings from Other Platforms

health.usnews.com

5 out of 5

Based on 152 reviews

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healthgrades.com

3.7 out of 5

Based on 66 reviews

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sharecare.com

3.7 out of 5

Based on 66 reviews

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Dr. Dinakar Golla, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Golla Center for Plastic

107 Gamma Drive, Suite 210, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$229

Payments

11

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Dinakar Golla received $229 across 11 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Galderma Laboratories, L.P..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Golla Center for Plastic

107 Gamma Drive, Suite 210

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Office Information

Where does Dr. Dinakar Golla practice?

Doctor's Office

Golla Center for Plastic (Primary)

107 Gamma Drive, Suite 210, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

(15 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Corry Memorial Hospital

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Education & Experience

Education

Boston University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Dinakar Golla online?
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Does Dr. Dinakar Golla offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Dinakar Golla?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Golla's skills and bedside manner. Reviews highlight positive consultation experiences, amazing results with procedures like facelifts and breast lifts, and an overall comfortable process. Patients express high satisfaction and recommend his services.
What areas of care does Dr. Dinakar Golla cater to?
Dr. Golla's areas of care include plastic and reconstructive surgery, encompassing both cosmetic and functional procedures. He performs procedures such as breast implants, facelifts, skin rejuvenation, breast lifts, liposonix, facials, and tummy tucks. He also works alongside a dermatology team, suggesting a comprehensive approach to skin health and beauty. Dr. Golla's practice emphasizes a personalized approach to treatment, recognizing the uniqueness of each face to ensure balanced and natural-looking results. Operating with a philosophy that 'medicine is a team sport,' they value lifelong learning and collaborative growth to achieve better patient care and refine dermatologic outcomes, further advocating for medical-grade skincare, believing every patient's skin deserves professional-level care.