About Us
About Khan Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery
Dr. Khan has several offices located in and around the greater Kansas City area. He also sees patients in Lawrence and Independence.
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KEFPS has provided skilled and reputable eyelid and facial plastic services in the Kansas City area for over 30 years. They are experienced, sincere and trusted physicians who enjoy helping patients reach the right decision for their individual circumstances.
Physician
Dr. Jemshed Khan
Dr. Khan completed his fellowship training in Eyelid Plastic Surgery at Harvard University's Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in 1987. Dr. Khan received his M.D. degree from the University of Missouri, where he also completed his ophthalmology residency training. Dr. Khan, a Board Certified Ophthalmologist, has practiced in Kansas City since 1987. Dr. Khan has a strong professional background in laser eyelid surgery and cosmetic laser surgery: including over 1100 laser eyelid surgeries.
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Dr. Khan is a member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and served as a councilor to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Khan also served on the Board of Directors of the Kansas and Missouri State Ophthalmology Societies, serving as past president of the Kansas State Ophthalmology Society.
Dr. Khan has published in the New England Journal of Medicine, been interviewed on National Public Radio, appeared on CNN, and has been quoted in Newsweek magazine. He has traveled internationally to lecture on laser and aesthetic surgery, has written several medical textbook chapters, designed several laser eye lid surgery instruments, and has authored over fifty medical publications. He has also helped performed many FDA clinical studies of new treatments.
For more information about Dr. Khan's academic record, take a look at his personal resume.
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Dr. Khan Co-authored Color Atlas Of Cosmetic Oculofacial Surgery , writing the chapters on blepharoplasty, Botox, and laser resurfacing. Color Atlas of Cosmetic Blepharoplasty was published by Elsevier Scientific Co. in 2004, and because of high sales went into a 2nd printing in 2005.
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Dr. Khan's Honors and Awards:
Fellowship
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Harvard Medical School & Massachussetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Visiting Professor or Lecturer:
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Washington University
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University of Michigan
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Cleveland Clinic
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Jules Stein Eye Institute
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University of California San Francisco
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Harkness Eye Institute
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Asia Pacific Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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New Mexico Ophthalmological Society
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New Jersey Society of Ophthalmology
Awards and Positions:
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KanChin Gold Medal Recepient
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2001 American Academy Ophthalmology Senior Achievement Award
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Past President Kansas State Ophthalmology Society
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Councilor American Academy of Ophthalmology
Here are some links regarding Dr. Khan on the web:
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Over 500 Google links to Dr. Khan's popular new book Color Atlas Of Cosmetic Oculofacial Surgery.
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National Library of Medicine citations of some of Dr. Khan’s Publications.
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Video Journal of Ophthalmology CO2 Laser in Blepharoplasty.
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Elected President of the Kansas State Ophthalmology Society.
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Eyenet article on laser eyelid surgery.
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Recent Blepharoplasty article.
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Course brochure for Aesthetic lectures at the University of Michigan.
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Presentations at Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute.
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Citation for editorial on Aesthetic Surgery in the Journal of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
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Order audiotapes for presentation before the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
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Audio Digest: Botox Therapy .
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Links to Jemshed Khan on the Internet.
Shannon Pruitt DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
We are happy to announce we have added an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Shannon Pruitt has joined our team at Khan Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery. Shannon worked at Overland Park Surgery Center in her previous role as a Registered Nurse.
Shannon was born and raised in Overland Park, KS and now lives with her husband and two dogs, Echo and Owen in Stillwell, KS. She earned her Bachelors in Nursing from MidAmerica Nazarene University and Doctor of Nursing Practice from The University of Kansas School of Nursing. Her experience includes pediatric and geriatric nursing.
Shannon brings a wealth of knowledge and a confident, compassionate, and friendly approach to patient care which aligns with our commitment to providing quality care for our patients. Her addition will enhance patient experience at our practice and provide an option for quicker appointment availability. Depending upon your condition, some patients will be offered the option to see Shannon sooner.
Please join us in welcoming Shannon Pruitt, APRN to Khan Eyelid and Facial Plastic Surgery.
Khan Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery Staff
The staff at Khan Eyelid and Facial can't wait to help you! They're experienced and professional with years of experience.