Dr. Babak Dadvand, MD

Professional Statement

Dr. Babak Dadvand grew up in Philadelphia. From a very young age he had an understanding of and fascination with the relationship between the arts and sciences. Indeed, when he went on to pursue an Ivy League education at the University of Pennsylvania, he double majored in chemistry and fine arts to further explore these areas. Dr. Dadvand concentrated his fine arts studies in the fields of oil painting and figure sculpture with a particular focus on portraiture. This has in turn served to hone his eyes and understanding of the human form, which was accentuated by his study of human anatomy in medical school. Dr. Dadvand brings his fine arts background, which above all else gives him a discerning eye when examining patients. He is able to pin point with gentle accuracy facial as well as body features that may be enhanced through his talents. Dr. Dadvand graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania and was further recognized for his outstanding achievements by being named a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Dr. Dadvand went on to medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he was drawn to the surgical specialties. After earning his doctorate of Medicine (MD) he went on to the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation where he completed a full General Surgery training program. He excelled both clinically and academically, with multiple publications upon completion of his training.