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Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas

Dr. Ravi Somayazula, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Surgery
Houston, Texas
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1568624682· License: P1023 (TX) verify
Industry payments (2024): $307 across 9 payments (what this means)
4.32(8 ratings)

Consultation $100

Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas

Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery &

19135 Katy Freeway, Suite 110, Texas

(281) 242-1061

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Consultation fee: $100

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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About

Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO, is a highly-rated, board-certified plastic surgeon based in Houston, Texas. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Somayazula specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, including breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and mommy makeovers. He's known for his expertise in body contouring and rapid recovery techniques. Follow him on social media @bodybyravi or visit his practice, Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, to learn more.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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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 (2024)

$307

Payments

9

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO received $307 across 9 payments in 2024. 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 ABBVIE INC..

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 ↗

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Tummy Tuck

$12,767

Mommy Makeover

$20,873

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Patient Experience

Dr. Ravi Somayazula Review Summary

4.58
Dr. Somayazula has excellent ratings overall, averaging 4.6 out of 5 stars. He's received a 4.8 rating from patients, 5/5 on Healthgrades, 4/5 on US News Health, and 4/5 on Google reviews.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 8 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 14 reviews

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Google Reviews

4 out of 5

Based on 3 reviews

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO

Sourced directly from Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO's social posts and replies.

What is the Aveli (Ovilee) cellulite treatment process?
Aveli is a very minimally invasive, one-time cellulite treatment performed by Dr. Gopathy at the practice's med spa. A consultation is required to determine if you are a good candidate.
What is MiraDry and how does it work?
MiraDry is the first FDA-cleared device to permanently reduce excessive underarm sweat and odor. The practice uses an iodine sweat test, which shows dark spots where sweating occurs, to assess treatment areas. Patients can expect a dramatic reduction in sweat observed six weeks after the procedure.
What is the typical recovery expectation for a chemical peel?
Patients should expect an initial period where the skin appears worse before it begins to improve during the chemical peel recovery process.
What anesthesia options are available for neck liposuction, and what is the procedure like?
Neck liposuction can be performed awake, often with oral sedation, regional anesthesia, or laughing gas (Prominox). The procedure involves infiltrating tumescent fluid containing lidocaine, tranexamic acid (TXA), and epinephrine to minimize bleeding and bruising. After a 12-13 minute wait for the fluid to take effect, supplemental liposuction clears fat. It's a quick procedure that can significantly improve facial harmony and aesthetics, sculpting 'dreamy jawlines'.
Is Morpheus8 resurfacing used with neck liposuction?
In some cases, neck liposuction is followed by Morpheus8 resurfacing of the neck, performed by the practice's esthetician, to help with skin tightening.
How does Dr. Somayazula approach natural-looking breast implants, and what implant types does he recommend?
Dr. Somayazula defines 'natural' based on individual patient goals during consultation, but for most, it means less upper pole roundness and more of a teardrop shape. He offers both ergonomic implants (like Motiva, which provide natural movement, soft feel, and a teardrop shape as silicone settles) for a natural, teardrop look, and cohesive implants for those desiring or wanting to maintain upper pole fullness. The choice of implant type is highly individualized, with no single type being superior, and is determined through discussion and review of desired aesthetics during consultation.

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Location & Contact Information

Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery &

19135 Katy Freeway, Suite 110

Houston, Texas 77094

Office Information

Phone: (281) 242-1061

Where does Dr. Ravi Somayazula practice?

Doctor's Office

Body by Ravi Plastic Surgery & (Primary)

19135 Katy Freeway, Suite 110, Houston, Texas 77094

(103 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

New York Institute

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO online?
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Does Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO?
Patients rave about Dr. Somayazula's skill and results, particularly with breast augmentations, tummy tucks, and mommy makeovers. Many highlight his incredible work, positive experiences, and the love for their new bodies post-procedure.
What areas of care does Dr. Ravi Somayazula, DO cater to?
Dr. Somayazula's areas of care include cosmetic and plastic surgery, breast reconstruction, body contouring (including tummy tucks, breast augmentation, and BodyTite), and potentially pediatric plastic surgery. He also has experience with aesthetic surgery and procedures related to breast cancer and amputees.