Reconstructive surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr Rajendra Dhondge has performed more than 1,500 microvascular tissue transfers – a complex technique used for intricate oncoreconstruction at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai
• Specialises in head, neck, and breast reconstruction after cancer surgery
• Expert in managing lymphedema and performing vascular surgery
• Lifetime member of the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
• Active member of the Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery

Associate Professor Melikoglu won first place for his microsurgical work on saddle-nose deformity repair at the Gulhane Military Medical Academy.

• Trained at Weiss Memorial Hospital in Chicago on gender reassignment surgery
• Specialises in combined length and thickness methods for penis enlargement
• Expert in lymphedema treatment using laser-assisted microcannula protective methods
• Performs migraine surgery using closed methods with scopy techniques
• Holds the Turkish Plastic Surgery Association Proficiency Certificate

Professor Hakan D specialises in complex reconstructive cases at Clinic Wise, focusing on the intersection of human anatomy and functional recovery.

• Tailors each reconstructive procedure to the specific individual medical requirements
• Concentrates on achieving natural-looking outcomes in delicate facial and body reconstructions
• Provides comprehensive patient guidance throughout the entire surgical and recovery journey
• Uses meticulous surgical techniques to handle both aesthetic and functional patient needs

Dr Gulden Avci Cakmak is a reconstructive specialist at Emsey Hospital who trained at the prestigious Hacettepe University Medical Faculty.

• Completed specialist registrar training at Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on restoring form and function through complex plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Held senior positions at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes both aesthetic refinements and necessary reconstructive procedures
• Member of Turkey's leading surgical training and research networks

Professor Kim Young Bae is the former Chairman of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (KSPRS). He leads surgical teams at Wonjin Plastic Surgery Clinic with a high level of academic authority.

• Served as Head Professor at SoonChunHyang University's Plastic Surgery Department
• Chaired the Science Committee for the Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
• Acts as Chairman of the Research Society for eye surgery
• Graduate of the prestigious Yonsei University School of Medicine
• Held multiple executive leadership roles within national reconstructive surgery boards

Dr. Vipul Nanda is a plastic surgeon at Artemis Hospitals in Gurgaon. He developed an original cleft palate repair technique for treating cheiloschisis. Dr. Nanda specializes in Vaser liposuction, body contouring, and facial reconstructive surgery. He holds fellowships in microsurgery from Japan and cosmetic surgery from Spain.

• Completed surgical training at the Royal College of Surgeons in the UK.
• Former Head of the Plastic Surgery Department at Oman Hospital.
• Is a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.
• Treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility ranked among the best by Newsweek.

Professor Bekir Zafer Akad is a senior reconstructive specialist at Egemed Hospitals with major expertise in hand and microsurgery.

• Specialises in repairing nerve, vascular, and tendon ruptures through microsurgical techniques
• Manages complex facial fractures involving the nose, cheekbone, and chin
• Treats extensive wounds including major burns and non-healing diabetic foot ulcers
• Handled paediatric cases for congenital conditions like cleft lip and palate repair
• Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Dokuz Eylul University