Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Nerve Surgery Specialist
Dr. Chris Lakhiani
Restoring Function. Relieving Pain.
Rebuilding Lives.
About
Precision, Compassion,
and Specialized Expertise
Dr. Chris Lakhiani is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in peripheral nerve surgery, microsurgery, lower extremity reconstruction, amputation care, and complex reconstructive procedures.
Fellowship-trained in microsurgery, Dr. Lakhiani brings a rare combination of technical precision and genuine compassion to every patient encounter. His practice is built on the belief that patients with complex nerve problems, chronic pelvic pain, facial paralysis, and limb-threatening conditions deserve a surgeon who not only understands their condition deeply but takes the time to listen.
Dr. Lakhiani treats conditions that many other surgeons may not — from pudendal nerve entrapment and piriformis syndrome to facial reanimation, lower extremity nerve decompressions, free tissue transfer for limb salvage, and targeted muscle reinnervation for amputees. Patients travel from around the country seeking his specialized expertise.
Every patient receives a thorough, multidisciplinary evaluation. Dr. Lakhiani believes in partnering with patients to develop treatment plans that restore function, relieve pain, and rebuild quality of life.
Specialties
Conditions We Treat
Specialized surgical care for complex nerve and reconstructive conditions that require expertise beyond general practice.
Pelvic Pain & Nerve Entrapment
Expert surgical treatment for chronic pelvic pain caused by nerve compression and entrapment syndromes.
- Pudendal nerve entrapment
- Piriformis syndrome
- Groin pain of neural origin
Facial Paralysis & Reanimation
Restoring facial movement and expression through advanced microsurgical nerve repair and transfer techniques.
- Bell's palsy
- Facial nerve repair
- Free functional muscle transfer
- Nerve transfer for facial reanimation
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Comprehensive nerve decompression, repair, grafting, and transfer procedures to restore function and relieve pain.
- Nerve decompression
- Nerve repair & grafting
- Nerve transfer
- Double crush syndrome
- Neuroma treatment
Lower Extremity Compression Syndromes
Surgical decompression for compressed or entrapped nerves of the leg, ankle, and foot causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
- Common peroneal nerve entrapment
- Tibial nerve (tarsal tunnel syndrome)
- Superficial peroneal nerve entrapment
- Deep peroneal nerve (anterior tarsal tunnel)
- Sural nerve entrapment
- Saphenous nerve entrapment
- Meralgia paresthetica
Lower Extremity Reconstruction & Amputation Care
Advanced microsurgical techniques for tissue transfer, limb salvage, amputation care, and prosthetic optimization.
- Free tissue transfer
- Limb salvage
- Complex wound reconstruction
- Amputation care & stump revision
- TMR (targeted muscle reinnervation)
Specialty Clinics
Multidisciplinary Care Programs
Comprehensive, team-based clinics designed to provide patients with the most thorough evaluation and coordinated treatment plans.
Facial Nerve Clinic
Comprehensive evaluation and surgical treatment for facial paralysis and facial nerve disorders. Our team provides a full spectrum of care from diagnosis through surgical reanimation and rehabilitation.
Co-directed with Dr. Dayan
Lower Extremity Salvage & Amputee Clinic
A multidisciplinary program for patients facing limb-threatening conditions or living with amputation. We coordinate surgery, prosthetics fitting, physical therapy, and rehabilitation for optimal outcomes.
Multidisciplinary: surgery, prosthetics, PT, rehab
Pelvic Pain Clinic
Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for chronic pelvic pain of neural origin. Our multidisciplinary team takes a thorough approach to identify the source of pain and develop an effective treatment plan.
Team: pelvic floor PT, PM&R, urology
Patient Resources
What to Expect
We believe informed patients make the best decisions about their care. Here is what to expect when you visit our practice.
Thorough Evaluation
Your first visit includes a comprehensive assessment of your condition, medical history, and previous treatments. Dr. Lakhiani takes the time to understand your unique situation and answer all of your questions.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your evaluation, Dr. Lakhiani develops a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. He explains each option clearly, including benefits, risks, and expected recovery timelines.
How to Prepare
Bring all relevant medical records, imaging studies, and a list of current medications. If you are coming from out of state, our team can help coordinate travel logistics and multi-day visit schedules.
Referral Information
While a referral is not always required, having one from your primary care physician or specialist can help streamline your first visit. We welcome referrals from physicians across the country.
Contact
Schedule a Consultation
Take the first step toward relief. Reach out to discuss your condition and explore your treatment options.
Location
Red Bank & Neptune, New Jersey
Phone
For Referring Physicians
We welcome physician referrals and are happy to coordinate care for your patients with complex nerve and reconstructive needs.
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you are experiencing chronic pain, facial paralysis, or a complex reconstructive need, Dr. Lakhiani and his team are here to help.
Request AppointmentOr call (732) 200-2531 to speak with our team.