Overview

Dr. Rakesh K R is the best Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Bangalore , with advanced training from premier institutions including Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, and Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, where he specialized in microvascular and reconstructive surgery. He has previously served as an Assistant Professor at Kidwai Institute of Medical Sciences and worked as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Narayana Health City and Sparsh Hospital.

With international fellowships in Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgery in Turkey and the USA, Dr. Rakesh blends strong reconstructive expertise with refined aesthetic techniques. His approach focuses on safety, precision, natural-looking outcomes, and patient-centered care. He is committed to detailed consultation, personalized surgical planning, and achieving results that enhance both function and appearance.

Dr. Rakesh specializes in aesthetic procedures such as rhinoplasty, breast surgery, body contouring, and advanced facial rejuvenation, along with complex reconstructive surgeries for trauma, cancer defects, burns, and congenital deformities. His goal is to restore confidence, improve quality of life, and deliver results that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Book an appointment today to consult Dr. Rakesh K R for expert plastic, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgical care.

Experience

• Consultant Plastic Surgeon – Narayana Health City (October 2022 – Till Date)
• Consultant Plastic Surgeon – Sparsh Hospital (June 2021 – August 2022)
• Assistant Professor – Kidwai Institute of Medical Sciences (October 2019 – May 2021)
• Fellowship in Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgery – Turkey (March 2020 – August 2020)
• Advanced Aesthetic Training – USA (October 2023 – November 2023)
• Senior Resident – Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai (September 2018 – September 2019)
• Senior Resident – Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (June 2015 – August 2018)

Areas of Expertise/Interest

• Aesthetic & Cosmetic Surgery
• Reconstructive Surgery (Post-Trauma & Post-Cancer)
• Hand & Microsurgery
• Burns & Scar Reconstruction
• Congenital Deformity Correction
• Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
• Advanced Body Contouring Techniques

Research & Publications

Actively involved in academic teaching, surgical workshops, and training programs in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.

Experience in mentoring postgraduate students and participating in national and international conferences related to aesthetic and reconstructive surgery advancements.

Specializations

• Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping Surgery)
• Breast Surgery (Augmentation, Reduction, Lift)
• Body Contouring (Tummy Tuck, HD Liposuction, Facelift, Blepharoplasty)
• Laser Treatments & Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures
• Hair Transplant, Dermal Fillers & Botulinum Toxin Injections
• Hand Surgery – Reimplantation, Tendon & Nerve Repair
• Burns Management & Post-Burn Contracture Release
• Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery
• Microtia & AVM Reconstruction
• Microvascular & Post-Cancer Reconstructive Surgery

Education Fellowship

• MBBS
• MS – General Surgery
• MCh – Plastic Surgery, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi
• Senior Residency – Microvascular & Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
• Fellowship in Aesthetic Surgery – Istanbul, Turkey (Under mentorship of Dr. Nazim Cerkes)
• Advanced Aesthetic Fellowship – USA (Under mentorship of Dr. Steven Cohen)