Prof. Dr. Venkat Ramakrishnan is a distinguished Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon based in Delhi, India, with an exemplary career spanning over 40 years. He is renowned for his expertise in cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery, specializing in advanced microsurgical techniques such as DIEP and TUG flaps. Dr. Ramakrishnan has performed over 1,500 microsurgical breast reconstructions, achieving outstanding clinical outcomes. His practice encompasses a broad spectrum of procedures, including cosmetic breast surgery, facial aesthetic surgery, liposculpture, and body lifts. He is a consultant at Apollo Hospitals, where he leads the Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery department. His commitment to excellence and patient-centered care has earned him recognition as one of India’s leading surgeons in his field.

Experience Overview

• Over 40 years of clinical experience in Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgery.
• Currently serving as Lead – Plastic & Breast Reconstructive Surgery at Apollo Athenaa Women’s Cancer Centre, Delhi.
• Expert in microsurgical breast reconstruction, cosmetic breast surgery, facial aesthetic procedures, and body contouring.
• Performed thousands of advanced surgeries with consistently excellent clinical outcomes.
• Actively involved in training, mentoring, and academic research in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
• Recognised for precision, excellence, and patient-centered care.
• Contributed significantly to advancing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery standards in India.

Professional Memberships

• Member : British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
• Member : British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)
• Member : European Federation of Microsurgical Societies
• Chairman : Microsurgery Sub-Committee, British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
• Chairman : BAPRAS Educational Programme
• Editorial Board Member : Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
• Editorial Board Member : Archives of Plastic Surgery
• Trustee : Breast Reconstruction Awareness Charity

Awards & Achievements

• Developed innovative techniques to harvest latissimus dorsi and gracilis muscle flaps
• Appointed as the first National Tutor in Plastic Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons, England
• Pioneered microsurgical breast reconstruction in the United Kingdom
• Led a breast reconstruction programme recognized as one of the busiest and most successful in the UK

Languages Spoken

• English – Fluent (professional and academic communication)
• Hindi – Fluent (native proficiency)