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Dr. Pankaj Mehta

Cosmetologist

, Delhi, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Pankaj Mehta is a specialized Reconstructive Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 13 Years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pankaj Mehta is part of:

  • Life Member Association of Plastic surgeons of India (APSI)
  • Life Member Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastics Surgery (IAAPS)
  • Organizing Secretary IAAPS (2017)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh (Plastic Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Kaushik Nandy

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Kolkata, India

42 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Kaushik Nandy is one of the best Plastic Surgeon in Kolkata, India. The doctor holds over 28 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kaushik Nandy is part of:

  • West Bengal Medical Council

Certifications :

  • FRCS - The Royal College of Edinburgh, 1990

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Kaushik Nandy

  • Dr. Kaushik Nandy specializes in Plastic surgery with a special interest in Cosmetic surgeries like Rhinoplasty, Face lift, Eyelid surgery, Cheek lift, Chemical peeling, Botox, and many more
  • Dr. Kaushik Nandy is one of West Bengal's outstanding plastic and cosmetic surgeons.
  • Dr. Nandy has a wealth of expertise in his area, having worked for a year at Calcutta Medical College and the PG Hospital in 1994-1996.
  • He is a well-known physician who devotes his full attention to his patients.
  • He received an award for a study on the correlation of left ventricular hypertrophy in hypertensives with echo and ECG, which was the primary investigation in a multicenter trial with ciclesonide in moderate-to-severe asthma.
  • Dr. Kaushik Nandy can be approached in English, Hindi, or Bengali.
Dr. Bikram Jit Singh

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Delhi, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Punjabi ,Hindi , English

 


Dr Bikram Jit Singh is one of the leading Plastic Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 11 years of experience and is associated with Venkateshwar Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Felllowship in Plastic and Hand surgery from Switzerland. In 2017, he also held visiting fellowships in Cosmetic surgery from Sweden and USA

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Venkateshwar Hospital, Sector 18, Sector 18A, Dwarka, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Bikram Jit Singh

  • Dr. Bikram Jit Singh is an expert in providing body wellness treatments that include hair transplant, cosmetic surgery (Liposuction, Rhinoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Facelift, Breast augmentation, Abdominoplasty, cool sculpting and Ultherapy etc), Non-surgical cosmetic treatment(Botox, Fillers, Laser hair removal, Microdermabrasion, Chemical peels etc) and various reconstructive surgeries.
  • Dr. Bikram Jit Singh is among the most coveted & highly respected Plastic surgeons in Delhi
  • Over these years of practise, he carried out 700+ Gynecomastia, 1350+ Hair Transplantation, 315+ Botox and Fillers, 189+ Breast Surgeries, 223+ Liposuction, 183+ Tummy Tuck, 153+ Female Rejuvenation Surgery; with 100% success rate
  • With his vast experience in medical science, Dr. Bikram Jit Singh inspires to redefine cosmetic culture.
  • He has presented scientific papers at various national conferences and publications in many national & international indexed journals
  • Dr. Singh has also been a part of various health programmes related to maternal health, tuberculosis, malaria, HIV/AIDS awareness and control in rural and urban population

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Dr. K M Kapoor

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Mohali, India

32 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr K M Kapoor is one of the top Plastic Surgeon in Mohali, India. The medical specialist holds over 17 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Dr. Vipul Nanda

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Gurgaon, India

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Vipul Nanda is one of the top Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Gurugram, India. The clinician holds over 24 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Vipul Nanda is part of:

  • Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
  • National Academy of Medical sciences, India
  • Royal College of Surgeons, UK
  • Medical Council of India
  • Indian Society of Cleft lip, Palate & Craniofacial anomalies
  • Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • Oculoplasty Assoc of India
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • Indian Society Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • North Zone Assoc Plastic Surgeons India
  • AIIMSONIANS Alumni Assoc of All India Institute of Medical Sciences, India
  • Indian Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowships under world leaders in cosmetic and plastic surgery in Spain, Japan, U.K. & USA

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Vipul Nanda

  • Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Skin Rejuvenation, Body Contouring and Breast Enhancement, Abdominoplasty, Hair Transplant, Reconstructive Surgery
  • Dr. Vipul Nanda is regarded as one of India's most prestigious plastic and cosmetic surgeons.
  • He earned his MBBS and MS degrees from AIIMS, as well as his M.Ch from PGI Chandigarh.
  • He earned his MRCS in the United Kingdom and advanced fellowships in cosmetic and plastic surgery in Spain, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
  • He is a fellow of the British Association of Plastic Surgeons and an International Scholar of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, which is an uncommon distinction.
  • Dr. Nanda is a member of a number of prestigious organisations around the world, including the RCS, UK, the ISAPS, and the IMA, to mention a few.
Dr. Shashikanth

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Hyderabad, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Kannada

 


Dr Shashikanth is one of the most skillful Interventional Cardiologist in Hyderabad, India. The medical specialist holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Dr. Manik Sharma

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Gurgaon, India

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Manik Sharma is one of the leading Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon in Gurugram, India. The medical specialist holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Manik Sharma is part of:

  • Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
  • Medical Council of India
  • Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • Indian Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh
  • MS,

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Sanjay Parashar

Cosmetologist

, Delhi, India

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Sanjay Parashar is one of the leading Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon in Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 35 years of experience and is associated with Cocoona Centre for Aesthetic Transformation.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sanjay Parashar is part of:

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons - ASPS
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery - ISAPS
  • American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon-ASAPS
  • Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • APSICON

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • DNB (Plastic Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Cocoona Centre of Aesthetic Transformation, M Block Road, Block S, Greater Kailash II, Greater Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Sunil Choudhary

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Delhi, India

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Sunil Choudhary is one of the most skillful Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The medical specialist holds over 30 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sunil Choudhary is part of:

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
  • British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon (BAPRAS).
  • Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI).
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS).
  • General Medical Council, London, UK.

Certifications :

  • Board Certification: Fellow of EBOPRAS (European Board of Plastic , Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery).
  • Fellowship: Plastic & Microvascular Surgery, Wellington, New Zealand.
  • OTDS Accreditation (Plastic Surgery) The Royal College of Surgeons of England & British Association of Plastic Surgery, UK.

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.S., MAMC, Delhi, India.
  • MS (Gen. Surg.), MAMC, Delhi, India.
  • FRCSEd, The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK.

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket Institutional Area, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Ganapathy Krishnan

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Chennai, India

38 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Tamil

 


Dr Ganapathy Krishnan is one of the best Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Chennai, India. The medical practitioner holds over 23 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ganapathy Krishnan is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Member of Association of Plastic Surgeon of India Association of Burn Surgeons India.
  • Association of Aesthetic Surgeons, India.
  • International Society of Burn Injuries.
  • International plastic Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgeon.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - University Of Madras, India, 1986
  • MS - General Surgery - The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU), 1990
  • MCh - Plastic Surgery - Stanley Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, 1993

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital Greams Road Chennai - Best Hospital in Chennai, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Kuldeep Singh

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Delhi, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Kuldeep Singh is one of the best Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in New Delhi, India. The doctor holds over 30 years of experience and is associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Kuldeep Singh is part of:

  • Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
  • Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • International Society of Burn Injuries
  • National Academy of Burns, India

Qualifications :

  • MBBS 1982 from LLRM Medical College, Meerut
  • MS (surgery) 1986 from LLRM Medical College, Meerut
  • MCh (plastic surgery) 1989 from PGIMER, Chandigarh

Hospital Address :

Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Mathura Road, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Kuldeep Singh

  • Body Contouring Surgery, laser treatment in aesthetic surgery, and microsurgery are among his specialties.
  • Skin Grafting, Breast Lift Surgery, Breast Augmentation, Breast Reduction, Breast Implants, Male Breast Reduction, and Body Lift Surgery.
  • Dr. Kuldeep Singh is a well-known plastic surgeon with 27 years of experience in the industry.
  • Dr. Singh has conducted countless surgeries with a high success rate and minimal scarring.
  • Member of the IAAPS, the APSI, the ISAPS, the ISBI, the NAB-I, and the CDSI.
  • Dr. Singh graduated from Meerut University with an MBBS in 1983, an MS in General Surgery in 1987, and an MCh in Plastic Surgery from PGIMER in Chandigarh in 1989.
Dr. Naveen Rao

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Bangalore, India

26 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Naveen Rao is one of the most skillful Plastic Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. Naveen Rao is part of:

  • Indian society of plastic surgery
  • Indian society of hair restoration surgery
  • Indian society of cosmetic laser surgery
  • Karnataka medical council/Medical council of India
  • Indian society of aesthetic plastic surgery
  • International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Naveen Rao

  • Dr Naveen Rao also received special training in rhinoplasty .
  • Other services offered by Dr. Rao are Liposuction, Gynecomastia surgery, Breast reduction, Breast lift, Facelift, Blepharoplasty, Hair transplantation, etc.
  • Dr. Naveen Rao is a well regarded and registered cosmetic plastic surgeon in India.
  • Dr Naveen Rao underwent endoscopic plastic surgery training from Prof Alfred C Berger & Dr A Krause-Bergman, Germany at Ethicon Institute.
  • Dr. Naveen Rao is one of the few cosmetic surgeons who uses computer tools to discuss the anticipated outcome.
  • He has performed hundreds of hair transplant treatments [including the latest fue method and microfollicular transplant], fat transfers, liposuction with the most up-to-date technology, and all forms of stomach tucking surgeries [including endoscopic method procedures].
  • He has attended many workshops on breast surgery, including breast reconstruction, held by Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai.
  • Dr. Rao is a member of the Karnataka Medical Council, the Medical Council of India, the IAAPS, the APSI, and the AHRS.
Dr. Rajendra S Gujjalanavar

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

Bangalore, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr. Rajendra S Gujjalanavar is a specialized Cosmetic Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bengaluru, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Sakra World Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rajendra S Gujjalanavar is part of:

  • Life Member of national Academy of Burns- India
  • Life Member of Association of Plastic Surgeons of india
  • Member of indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Microsurgery
  • Fellowship Training In Cosmetic Surgery From Asan Medical Center Seoul Korea
  • Fellowship Training In Cosmetic Surgery From Samsung Medical Center Seoul Korea
  • Fellowship Training In Supermicrosurgery And Lymphatic Surgery From World Center For Lymphedema, Ncgm Hospital Tokyo, Japan
  • Fellowship In Reconstructive Microsurgery From Tata Memorial Hospital Mumbai.

Qualifications :

  • DNB (General Surgery)
  • M.Ch (Plastic Surgery)
  • DNB (Plastic Surgery)

Hospital Address :

Sakra World Hospital, Devarabisanahalli, Bellandur, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Vybhav Deraje

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

Bangalore, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Vybhav Deraje is one of the most skillful Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Sakra World Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vybhav Deraje is part of:

  • Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI)
  • National Academy of Burns India

Qualifications :

  • DNB
  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Sakra World Hospital, Devarabisanahalli, Bellandur, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Vybhav Deraje

  • Dr. Vybhav is an expert of providing following services- Craniosynostosis, Cleft lip & palate, Corrective jaw surgery, Facial injuries & fractures, Head & Neck cancer, plastic surgery of the face, Breast surgery, Hand & Body surgeries, etc.
  • He has a a special interest in Craniofacial Surgery
  • He also provides consultations at Skin and Hair Sciences, Bangalore.
  • Dr. Vybhav Deraje is a national board certified plastic & reconstructive surgeon
  • Dr. Deraje pursued his training sponsored by the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) under the International Medical Graduate Sponsorship Scheme
  • Dr. Vybhav is an international member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and Life member of APSI, IAAPS, NABI
  • Dr. Deraje also serves as an Editor to an online journal magazine called ‘Plasticos’.
  • He is also a reviewer for many international journals. He has many scientific publications in peer reviewed indexed journals as an author.
Dr. Prashanth Kesari

Plastic & Cosmetic surgeon

, Bangalore, India

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Prashanth Kesari is one of the foremost Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 15 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Prashanth Kesari is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (AHRS)
  • All India Association of Plastic Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB
  • MCh
  • MRCS

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Sahyadri Layout, Panduranga Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Online Reconstructive Surgeon Consultations in the India

About Reconstructive Surgeon

Reconstructive surgeon is a doctor specialized in performing medical and surgical procedures to correct deformities, and restore normal function and appearance that have been caused by birth defects, trauma or medical conditions including cancer. A reconstructive surgeon performs surgery typically to treat body structures affected functionally along with aiming to achieve a more typical appearance of the affected structure.

Who should visit a Reconstructive Surgeon?

Reconstructive surgeons are commonly visited by people who are looking for the corrective measures for the abnormal structures of the body that may have resulted from:

  • Injury
  • Infection
  • Disease
  • Tumors
  • Trauma
  • Developmental abnormalities/ deformities (that might have occured due to an accident, infection, disease or aging)
  • Birth defects (such as cleft lip, craniofacial anomalies or hand deformities)

Procedures Performed

  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction or Mammaplasty
  • Surgery for Correcting Abnormal Development
  • Surgical Correction of Birth Anomalies
  • Craniosynostosis Surgery (Head Reshaping)
  • Gender Confirmation Surgery
  • Congenital Nevi Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Lymphedema Surgical Treatment
  • Microscope-Assisted Operations (Microsurgery)
  • Migraine Surgery
  • Orthognathic Surgery
  • Panniculectomy (Body Contouring)
  • Scar Revision
  • Septoplasty
  • Reconstruction After Skin Cancer
  • Growing Extra Skin for Reconstruction

Top Reconstructive Surgeons in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Avtar Singh BathBLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Anil BehlFortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
Dr. K M KapoorFortis Hospital, Mohali
Dr. Madhusudan GBGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Bengaluru
Dr. Rakesh Kumar KhazanchiMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr. Selva Seetharaman SGlobal Health City, Chennai
Dr. Aditya AggarwalMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr. Vybhav DerajeSakra World Hospital, Bengaluru

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Reconstructive Surgeon in India

Healthcare is one of India’s fastest-growing sectors. India is presently regarded as one of the top six medical travel destinations in the world. India has a competitive advantage owing to its enormous pool of highly qualified plastic surgery specialists. It is also very economical compared to other Asian and Western countries. India has seen a considerable increase in recent years in terms of either combined operations (cosmetic & plastic) or reconstructive procedures. Reconstructive surgery is a challenging process that should only be carried out by surgeons with extensive training and board certification. Finding the right surgeon for you is so essential, and the simplest method to do so is to schedule an online consultation. For a specialized opinion on this issue, you should consult a reconstructive surgeon. The following are some strong reasons in favor of selecting an Indian reconstructive surgeon for your online consultation and treatment-

  • Medical tourism for cosmetic & reconstructive procedures in India is on the high-tide
  • According to the ISAPS, India is counted among the top international plastic & cosmetic surgery destinations
  • Annually, over 15-20% of cosmetic and plastic procedures are performed on international patients in India
  • Some of India's major & popular reconstructive destinations are Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kochi.
  • Some of the most globally-renowned names in the field of reconstructive surgery are from India, and they are actively delivering high-quality care to their domestic as well as international patients through various mediums like online consultations
  • To become a reconstructive surgeon in India, medical graduates go through rigorous years of hard work, obtaining a bachelor’s degree, MD, internships, training or fellowships in the specialization and license for practicing as a plastic & reconstructive surgeon
  • After passing all these painstaking years, the reconstructive surgeons in India are highly qualified, experienced, and well-trained in examining the patient thoroughly.
  • Surgeons take care of patients' cosmetic needs, giving them the best outcomes, total safety, and complete satisfaction.
  • Rhinoplasty, Breast augmentation with/without implants, breast lift, body lift, tummy tuck, hand surgery, and other reconstructive surgeries are actively performed by the reconstructive surgeons in India
  • The doctors and their team effectively employ high surgical expertise to provide patients with the greatest and superior quality care to improve their appearance & overcome their deformities, so that they can feel more confident about their personalities.
  • The majority of Reconstructive surgeons in India have at least 15 years of expertise in the profession.
  • They are frequently invited to offer or attend presentations at national and international cosmetic surgery conferences as a speaker or faculty member.
  • Their simplicity and down-to-earth nature might make you feel at ease while being treated by them, allowing you to voice your problems.
  • Traditional Indian culture and the value of hard work, sincerity, and real concern for patients are strongly held by healthcare workers in India.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Reconstructive Surgeons in India offering online consultation?

Listed below are some of the top reconstructive surgeons available for online consultation in India:

Which are some of the procedures performed by Reconstructive Surgeons in India?

Some of the most popular procedures performed by reconstructive surgeons in India are:

Which are some of the best hospitals in India, Reconstructive Surgeon are associated with?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Reconstructive Surgeon in India?

Some of the conditions performed by reconstructive surgeons in India are:

  • Excess Fat Accumulation in Certain Body Parts
  • Uneven Breast
  • Breast Cancer
  • Loose Abdominal Skin and Muscles
  • Small Breast
  • Excess Fat and Skin on Buttock
What are the qualifications of a Reconstructive Surgeon?

Reconstructive surgery is one of the most competitive fields in medicine. The training could take more than one decade. After medical school, reconstructive surgeons can take one of two paths:

  • A 6-year residency program that combines reconstructive surgery and general surgery
  • A 5-year surgery residency followed by a 3-year reconstructive surgery residency

Candidates can continue their education with a one or two-year fellowship in areas like:

  • Breasts: Plastic surgeons who are trained in breast surgeries can perform them to change appearance and reduce the size of the breasts, or rebuild those post surgery to treat cancer.
  • Aesthetics: They do surgery to change a person’s appearances.
  • Craniofacial surgery: The craniofacial is focused on the skull, ears, nose, face, and parts of the mouth. The surgeons often work on facial deformities, cleft palates, or missing ears or noses.
What conditions do Reconstructive Surgeons treat?

Some conditions treated by Reconstructive Surgeons are:

  • Breast cancer
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Cleft lip and cleft palate
  • Facial deformities
  • Floor of the mouth cancer
  • Craniosynostosis
  • Ganglion cyst
  • Hemangioma
  • Hidradenitis suppurativa
  • Hand injuries
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Mouth cancer
  • Nonmelanoma skin cancer
  • Orbital fracture
  • Lip cancer
  • Lymphedema
  • Melanoma
  • Soft palate cancer
  • Spider veins
  • Suspicious breast lumps
  • Drooping eyelid
  • Sarcoma
  • Skin blemishes
  • Tongue cancer
  • Tonsil cancer
  • Throat cancer
  • Wrinkles
  • Varicose veins
  • Vascular malformations
What diagnostic tests are required by a Reconstructive Surgeon?

A reconstructive surgeon may order various diagnostic tests before you undergo surgery to identify the underlying condition. Some common tests are:

  • Physical Exam
  • Blood tests
  • Ultrasound
  • Chest x-ray
  • Heart Stress Test
  • ECG
  • Blood tests such as complete blood count
  • Liver, kidney, and blood sugar tests
When should you visit a Reconstructive Surgeon?

You may need to see a reconstructive surgeon to discuss your physical problem. Your primary care physician will generally refer you to them. If you wish to change something about the way you look, you should see a cosmetic surgeon.

You need to visit a reconstructive surgeon if you experience the below-given symptoms:

  • Burns and injuries
  • Asymmetrical body shape
  • Cancer
  • Sagging breast
  • Wounds
  • Cleft lip and cleft palate
  • Facial deformities
  • Prominent ears, constricted ears
  • Hand deformities
  • Birth defects
What can you expect from your first visit with a Reconstructive Surgeon?

During your initial visit, the reconstructive surgeon will ask about your complete medical history as well as your symptoms. The doctor will then do a focused examination. After reviewing your diagnostic tests and medical history, you will be given a number of treatment options. The reconstructive surgeon will also tell you the risks and benefits of each option and will help you in making the final decision regarding which option is best for you. The doctor will ask all about your complete health history. They will also conduct a physical exam to check if you are fit for surgery.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Reconstructive Surgeon?
  • Lymphedema Surgical Treatment
  • Panniculectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Chin, cheek, or jaw reshaping
  • Dermabrasion / dermaplaning
  • Eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)
  • Forehead lift
  • Hair replacement/transplantation
  • Lip augmentation
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Craniosynostosis Surgery
  • Surgical Correction of Birth Anomalies
  • Lower body lift
  • Nose reshaping
  • Thigh lift
  • Tummy tuck
  • Upper arm lift
  • Gender Confirmation Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Scar Revision
  • Botox injections
  • Cellulite treatment
  • Chemical peel
  • Laser skin resurfacing

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