Our Providers
OA Facial Plastics is a collective of passionate physicians and professionals dedicated to providing an individual-based approach to reaching your personal aesthetic goals.
Nicole Klein, MD
Dr. Klein, a partner at Otolaryngology & Associates and OA Facial Plastics, specializes in Otolaryngology, commonly known as "ENT" or Ear, Nose, Throat. With nearly 20 years of experience, she excels in restoring the youthful appearance of skin through her extensive knowledge of facial, head, and neck anatomy. Dr. Klein's passion for patient care extends beyond her career, reflected in her community involvement and family life.
A graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine, she pursued her love for surgery during her residency, where she discovered her innate ability to make a difference in patients' lives. Dr. Klein is dedicated to both her patients and her community, serving in leadership roles and supporting various organizations.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys outdoor activities and spending quality time with her family.
Ruchin Patel, MD
Dr. Patel, a native of Indiana, is a board-certified Head and Neck surgeon specializing in Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery. After graduating from Indiana University School of Medicine, he completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, followed by a prestigious fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, where he refined his skills under leaders in Facial Plastic surgery.
Dr. Patel's clinical interests span functional and cosmetic rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, eyelid surgery, facial reconstruction, and treatment of various ENT disorders. Outside of medicine, he prioritizes family time with his wife, Alexandra, and their two children, enjoying travel, golf, and exploring Indianapolis' culinary and arts scene.
Erin Bufton-Salazar, RN
Meet Erin, a Registered Nurse Injector with over a decade of experience in the medical field. With a focus on safety and natural-looking results, she combines her medical knowledge and a keen eye for detail to produce truly beautiful results! With an unyielding desire to help each of her patients look and feel their best, Erin stays up-to-date on the latest techniques and advancements in the medical aesthetics field to ensure she is providing the safest and most effective care possible. Erin has a warm and genuine demeanor that puts her patients at ease, cracking jokes and spreading smiles wherever she goes!
In her free time, Erin enjoys hiking/peak climbing with her husband, watching her children compete in wrestling and cheer, fishing with her dad, and of course… playing pickleball!
Ellie H., LE
Ellie is a skilled and compassionate Licensed Medical Aesthetician of six years, with a background in Dermatology and treating survivors within a Burn Unit.
Ellie worked alongside Dermatologists, and through her experience has gained a thorough knowledge of the complexities of skin health. From providing post-surgical care to developing personalized skincare regimens, she is dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care to each unique patient.
Ellie has a passion for the artistry of lash and brow services and the process of enhancing the natural beauty in all patients. Ellie is also the recipient of the Energizing Award at the Aveda Fredric’s Institute for “Motivating, encouraging and inspiring others with a positive and energizing personality.” Her disarming demeanor allows patients to feel comfortable throughout the collaborative process of achieving their skincare goals.