Cosmetic surgery – Pathway International

Dr. Vijay Langer – La Femme

Pathway International — Tue, 21 May 2019 12:38:35 +0000

Senior Consultant
Cosmetic Surgery

Qualification:

MBBS, MS, DNB

Profile:

Dr. (Col.) Vijay Langer is an MBBS graduate from the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune. He completed his MS and DNB (General Surgery) in 1998. He further completed his MCH in Plastic Surgery also from AFMC in the year 2005 and then was awarded a Gold Medal in DNB Plastic Surgery.

He was actively involved in treating the wounded soldier and his family for over two decades.

He has been a Plastic, Hand and Cosmetic Surgeon par excellence.

He has been actively involved in teaching and presenting papers on his quality work within the country and abroad. He has ably trained many General and Plastic Surgeons over the years, and has also been an examiner for MS (Gen Surg) and DNB (Plastic Surgery).

Work Experience:

Dr. Langer has had a distinguished service with the Indian Armed Forces Medical Services for 28 years, has amassed a wealth of clinical experience of over 13 years in Plastic Surgery, and is now pursuing his passion in Cosmetic, Hand and holistic Plastic Surgery at Fortis LaFemme.

Professional Memberships:

He is a life member of Association of Surgeons of India, Association of Plastic Surgeons of India, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Indian Society for Surgery of the Hand, Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery and Indian Society of Peripheral Nerve Surgery.

Awards and Honours:

He was awarded Gold Medal in DNB (Plastic Surgery) in 2006.
He was awarded Carl Zeiss Fellowship in Hand and Microsurgery at Ganga Hospital, India in 2008.
Another feather in his cap was being awarded a Clinical Fellowship in Body Contouring following Massive Weight Loss at Iowa City, USA in 2009.

Research and Publications:

He has carried out 8 original research projects while in the Army and directed one with the Indian Council of Medical Research.
As an avid academician, he has directed six theses in Plastic Surgery and seven theses in General Surgery.
He has 59 publications to his credit including 25 in international and PubMed indexed journals. He also has written three chapters in various books.

Areas of Interest and Expertise :

Besides being splendid in complicated reconstructive procedures including microvascular repair, Dr. Langer is an accomplished cosmetic surgeon with special interest and expertise in procedures for facial rejuvenation, body contouring, breast and genital rejuvenation.

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Dr. Lokesh Kumar – BLK Super Speciality Hospital

Pathway International — Mon, 20 May 2019 09:53:05 +0000

Director & HOD
Head, Microvascular & Aesthetic Surgery
Centre for Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

Qualification

MBBS
MS (General Surgery)
MCh. (Plastic Surgery)
Fellowship – International College of Surgeons Chicago, USA (Plastic Surgery)

Experience

Presently working as a Director & HOD in BLK Centre for Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

Previous Experience:

Sr. Consultant – Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi
Consultant – Majeedia Hospital, New Delhi
Associate Consultant – Holy Family Hospital, New Delhi

Speciality Interest

Cosmetic and Microvascular surgery

Awards and Achievements

National Secretary International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)

Smile Train – Visiting Fellow

Centre of Cleft Lip-Palate and Craniofacial Deformities, Khon Kaen University in association with “Tawainchai Project” 17th Dec 2007-21st Dec 2007
Association Piel & University Argentina Sept 2008

Cosmetic Surgery Visiting Professor

King George Medical College Lucknow, India
Nayar Hospital and Medical College Mumbai, India
Post graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, India

Membership

Overseas Associate, British Association of Plastic Surgeons
Life Member, Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
Life Member, Association of Surgeons of India
Life Member, Rhinology Society of India
Life Member, Indian Medical Association
Secretary, India Medical Association, Ghaziabad Branch 1989 – 90
Life Member Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Member International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Member American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Secretary Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (Delhi Chapter)
Member International college of Surgeons USA
Secretary: Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons 2002-2007
President: Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon (IAAPS) 2008-2009
National Treasurer Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSI) 2006-2011

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Dr. Anil Kumar Murarka – BLK Super Speciality Hospital

Pathway International — Mon, 20 May 2019 09:47:48 +0000

Sr. Consultant
Centre for Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

Qualification

M.B.B.S.
MS (General Surgery)
M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery)
Fellow/ Registrar – Craniofacial Surgery (Australia)

Experience

Working as a Sr. Consultant in BLK Centre for Plastic, Reconstructive, Aesthetic, Burns & Craniofacial Surgery at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
Visiting Sr. Consultant: Fortis Hospital, New Delhi
Visiting Sr. Consultant: Max Healthcare, Max Hospital, New Delhi
Visiting Sr. Consultant: Maharaja Agrasen Hospital, Delhi
Consultant: Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi – 1st August 2008 to 2nd December 2008
Consultant and Co-ordinator: Apollo Hospitals Dhaka, Bangladesh – 31st March 2007 to 30th March 2008
Specialist Plastic Surgeon: Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjang Hospital, New Delhi – 24th January 2001 to 26th March 2007

Membership

MCI
DMC
NABI
ISSH
APSI
APCA

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Dr. (Maj Gen) Avtar Singh Bath – BLK Super Speciality Hospital

Pathway International — Mon, 20 May 2019 09:42:43 +0000

Sr. Consultant & Head
(Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery)
Centre for Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery

Qualification

MBBS
MS (General Surgery)
M Ch (Plastic Surgery)
Fellowship in Microsurgery and Cosmetic Surgery

Experience

Presently working as a Sr. Consultant & Head (Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery) in BLK Centre for Plastic, Reconstructive, Aesthetic, Burns & Craniofacial Surgery Department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

Previous Experience:

27 Years in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery

Speciality Interest

Cosmetic Surgery, General Plastic Surgery, Micro Surgery, Hand Surgery

Awards and Achievements

Gold Medal for standing first in Anatomy – 1968
Brilliant Student Scholarship – 1969 to 1971
Chief of Army Staff Commendation – 1986 and 2000
National Travelling Fellowship Plastic Surgery by APSI – 1988
Ethicon Fellowship Cosmetic Surgery by APSI – 1996
Awards by President of India (Sena Medal – 2004, Vishisht Seva Medal – 2007)
APSI Visiting Professor Plastic Surgery 2007
“Doctor of the Year” award for year 2012

Achievements:

Set up “State of Art Centre” in Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Army Hospital (R&R) Delhi Cantt and BLK Super specialty Hospital.
First in country to start calvarial bone grafting procedures, comprehensive management of arteriovenous malformations and new modalities of treatment of tendon injuries of hand
President Association of Plastic Surgeons of India – Delhi Chapter (2002-04)

Membership

The Assoc of Plastic Surgeons of India
The Assoc of Surgeons of India
The Indian Assoc of Aesthetic Surgery
Indian Hair Restorative Society

Research and Publications:

Research projects completed: 04
Publications in National Journals: 30
Publications in International Journals: 04
Paper presented at Conferences/ Symposiums/ CMEs: 65

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Most commonly requested plastic surgery for men

Pathway International — Tue, 24 Jul 2018 06:55:12 +0000

Over the past few years, I have seen an increased demand from men requesting plastic surgery. Some of this may be related to baby boomers who have taken good care of themselves and desire to look as good as they feel. Other men don’t want their wife to look better than they do after she has undergone facial rejuvenation procedures, so they request surgery as well.

Eyelid rejuvenation

Just as women often show signs of aging around the eyes, so too do men. The phrase “the eyes are the window to the soul” may well be a true, but I would also add the statement that “the eyelids are the window treatments through which you see the soul.” Loose hanging furrowed skin, lateral brows that hang over the upper eyelids, and bulging fat pads below the eyelids with accentuated tear troughs put forth the image of fatigue and loss of vitality. This often results in friends and colleges asking if you are tired or if you are getting enough sleep. Fortunately, surgery to restore the upper eyelids to a crisp appearance with correction of any eyelid droop can be a game changer. The lower lids can be rejuvenated by removing excess fat and repositioning this tissue over the cheek to eliminate the tear trough. Combined with skin and muscle tightening, this procedure provides a fresh and vibrant appearance. This can be important not only in social situations, but also in how a person is viewed in the workplace.

Do you look in the mirror and say to yourself, “I hate this turkey neck”? Is it getting more difficult to buy dress shirts that are comfortable with ties? Do you look heavier in the face despite not gaining weight? If the answer to all these questions is yes, a consultation for a neck lift may well be a beneficial idea that is not just for vanity. Ideally, a man should have a strong jaw line and a crisp chin-neck junction. Having hanging skin with or without fat excess that obscures the jaw line certainly can put forth the image of premature aging of the individual beyond his chronologic age. A neck lift can be a valuable tool to restore your appearance and convey youth and energy. The surgery is very predictable in the hands of a board-certified plastic surgeon and is an outpatient procedure with very little pain. Most people can be comfortable in social situation in two weeks.

Rhinoplasty

Proportionality is everything. If you are unhappy with the shape of your nose or how it blends with the rest of your face, then request a plastic surgeon to perform a facial analysis of you. If the nose seems big, maybe the lower face is out of place, such as a small lower jaw or chin. Often times, I will perform a chin augmentation with a rhinoplasty to provide a harmonious facial appearance. Nose surgery requires finesse and a keen understanding of the anatomy of the many sub-units of the nose. The key is to provide shape without feminizing the male nose. This is also a rather easy surgery to recover from and the patient can return to work within a week usually.

Chin augmentation

As mentioned above, the facial sub-units should all be proportionate to each other. If the lower jaw projection is limited by lack of growth, it can portray a weaker jaw with less of a masculine appearance. By using the correct judgment, a plastic surgeon can provide an enhanced projection with the combination of either an implant or repositioning the bone along with liposuction of the jaw line to create a sculpted jaw which projects strength.

Liposuction

If you look in the mirror and the phrase “dad bod” screams out, liposuction may be something to entertain. An important fact to remember is liposuction, with its many variations, is a contouring tool, not a weight loss technique. I strongly encourage anyone who is considering body contouring to first consider diet and exercise. If after some toning in the gym and achieving a normalized weight you are still unhappy with the shape of your body, then liposuction may be a reasonable adjunct to improve the appearance. The abdominal area can be shaped, as well as reducing the flanks, to provide a sleeker frame. It’s a safe surgery that is easily recovered from. Normally, patients can return to work in a day or two. Final results take between six weeks and two months to observe the full effect of the reshaping.

Gynecomastia surgery

If you have excess fat and skin of the breast, which can also affect the size and shape of the nipple-areolar complex, this can project a very feminizing effect of the male chest. In my experience, I have been very happy with the results of a combination VASER liposuction (ultrasound assisted liposuction) with direct excision of any sub-areolar glandular elements with or without areolar reduction to achieve a masculine chest. This can be a very disturbing condition for a man of any age, particularly in the teenage years. We see a bimodal distribution of people seeking treatment; those in their teenage years and men in their late forties and fifties who are seeking help to restore the loss of tone in their chest area.

Plastic surgery has continued to evolve in its perception ever since its creation after World War I. Aesthetic surgery was once viewed as taboo or something to hide because it was perceived to be too self-indulgent, but now it has become more common place and in the minds of many its presence is looked upon as mainstream. I think this evolution of society’s view is related to the strong work of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) to ensure that board-certified plastic surgeons are well trained and perform safe, predictable surgeries that patients seek and desire with excellent outcomes. Also, our population is living longer with better quality of life and people are remaining active and engaged. They wish to look as good as they feel and are no longer shy about requesting procedures to keep them looking their best.

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Reconstructive Surgery in Kenya

Pathway International — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 07:58:37 +0000

Plastic and Cosmetic surgery in Kenya is well developed and many people opt for it to enhance their personal beauty and look good. People consider it as an endowment which enhances their appearance, as cosmetic surgery reshapes any part of the body you wish to change. Apollo Hospital is one among the top cosmetic surgery hospitals in India. The Cosmetic Surgery department is organized by highly trained and skilled Plastic and Cosmetic surgeons to produce excellent results in the surgeries performed. Our surgeons apply minimally invasive and sophisticated aesthetic methods and techniques which reduces hospital stay and decrease the recovery time. Pathway International ensures patients solitude and confidentiality during their medical travel.

Our surgeons merge plastic surgery with auxiliary discipline to provide the best surgical and postoperative care to our patients.

Key Procedures:

Botox – Botox injections are used in cosmetic procedures to reduce the wrinkles, frown lines, grooves in the forehead and skin bands present in the neck.
Fillers – These are injections which contains collagen and other substances that are used to enhance the face beauty as it reduces the wrinkles and makes the face smoother and plump.
Face Lift – It is a cosmetic procedure which stiffens the wrinkles and the flabby skin on the face that is caused due to age or loss in weight. The surgery produces excellent results when compared to the other.
Neck lift – This procedure is done to eliminate excess fat and skin on the neck region. It is a set of procedures performed to enhance the look of the neck.
Cheek Augmentation – It is a cosmetic procedure that is done to highlight the person’s cheek. The surgeon puts up a solid implant on the cheek bone usually made up of silicone. In some instances, the person’s own fat or other filler injections are also used.
Nose (Rhinoplasty) –. Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure which corrects the nose size and shape and makes the face more beautiful, hence many people opt for it.
Tattoo Removal – In this procedure, the surgeon removes the small sized tattoos by means of scalpel the surgeon and erases the tattoo after which it is sutured. This procedure is not suitable to large- sized tattoos.
Breast Augmentation – It is one of the popular and commonly performed cosmetic surgeries which enhances or restores the size of the breast. It is done by placing silicone gel or saline implants or by fat transfer. It helps women to enhance their figures and make them happy. The surgery gives out more successful results.
Breast Lift – This kind of cosmetic surgery addresses problems with sagging, irregular breast, small breasts, relaxed nipples and stretched areolas. Breast augmentation and breast reduction will be advised along with breast lifting surgery if the breast size is too big or small. Most of the surgeries performed are successful and the patients are happy with the outcome.
Breast Reduction – It is a cosmetic surgery that is done to remove surplus fat, tissues and skin to make proper size of the breast that suits your body. It relieves the discomfort caused due to large breast and boost up confidence in women, hence more people opt for this procedure. This is a safe procedure with less complication.
Gynaecomastia Surgery – Gynaecomastia is a term that refers to enlarged or distended breast in males. This surgery is preferred by men’s to boost up their self image. The surplus fat and the glandular tissues are excised to make the breast return to normal size. The surgery is done as a day care procedure and the patient can go home on the same day.
Hips and buttocks enhancement – This surgery removes the surplus fat and the drooping skin in the buttock and hip region and makes the buttock in good shape. It is enhanced by means of implants and prostheses.
Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty – If there is excess flab of skin on your tummy that does not go away with dieting or exercise then the doctor would advise for tummy tuck in which the surplus fat is excised and the muscles of the abdominal wall are tightened. It is suitable for both men and women who are in good physical condition.
Mini-Tummy Tuck – It is considered as a less persistent procedure than the abdominoplasty and it aims on the skin between the belly and pubic bone. It mainly constricts the muscles on the lower abdomen. The procedure is a minor one and takes about two hours.
Fat Injection – In this procedure the surplus fat from the areas such as thighs are taken and injected into the areas which lack volume such as face, breasts or buttocks. The procedure is very safe and many people opt for it as the patients get natural look.
Palm/Axillary Hyperhidrosis (sweating) – It is a condition in which there is over sweating in palms, armpits and soles. It is a treatable condition and there are several methods in treating them. It includes use of antiperspirants, injecting botulinum toxin and surgery.
Hair Transplant – This is a treatment for person who has scanty hair (baldness) in their head. The surgeon takes hair from the area which is abundant and then transplants it to the thin or no hair region. It is done as a day care procedure and the patient can go back to routine work within two-five days.
Hand Surgery – In this procedure the disorders related to hands, wrist, elbows and shoulders are corrected.
Reconstructive Surgery – This surgical procedure is done to reinstate the function of the body parts. The plastic surgeons use this concept to manage serious wounds by doing skin grafts, expanding the skin and flaps. Cosmetic surgeons use this concept in enhancement of breast, breast reduction and lifting, face and forehead lift, surgery for upper and lower eyelid, chemical peeling, reshaping of nose and skin resurfacing using laser.
Cleft Lip and Palate repair surgery – The cleft lip and palate is the birth defect which is formed during pregnancy. This defect can be found only when the child is born. Surgery can be performed to correct this defect and is done when the child is about one year old. The surgeon will spruce the tissues and the lips are stitched. In some instances the nose also needs to be corrected. The child needs to stay at the hospital for about 5 days and recuperate within four weeks.
Breast Reconstruction surgery – This surgical procedure is done to recreate the breast mass that is similar with the remaining part of the breast. It is usually done as a follow up surgery mainly after mastectomy.
Trauma Reconstructive Surgery – This surgery is performed in patients who have facial and cranio-facial abnormalities, extremity injuries and intricate wounds.

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