About Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Smita Memorial Hospital
The Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Smita Memorial Hospital provides specialised care for patients who need correction, restoration or enhancement of form and function. The team offers both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery in a safe, compassionate, patient-friendly environment.
Conditions treated include congenital deformities such as cleft lip and palate, injuries from trauma, burns and reconstruction after cancer or other surgery. The department also helps patients who wish to improve their appearance through aesthetic procedures — with techniques chosen to restore confidence, comfort and function.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery treatments & services
Microvascular surgery
Fine surgery on small blood vessels for complex reconstruction.
Hand surgery
Repair and reconstruction after injury and for hand conditions.
Oncological reconstruction
Rebuilding form and function after cancer surgery.
Burns care
Treatment of acute burns and post-burn contracture.
Congenital anomaly correction
Including cleft lip and palate in children.
Breast surgery
Reconstructive and aesthetic breast procedures.
Diabetic foot & leg ulcers
Management of complex, non-healing wounds.
Aesthetic surgery
Procedures to improve appearance.
When should you see a surgeon?
Consider booking a consultation if you notice any of the following. This is general guidance, not a diagnosis.
- A child born with cleft lip or palate
- Burns, or tight scars that restrict movement after a burn
- A hand injury affecting movement or sensation
- A non-healing foot ulcer in diabetes
- Reconstruction planned after cancer surgery
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery doctors in Thodupuzha
Dr. Thara Augustine
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DNB (General Surgery), M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery)
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery — frequently asked questions
What is the difference between reconstructive and cosmetic surgery?
Reconstructive surgery restores form and function affected by birth defects, injury, burns or disease. Cosmetic (aesthetic) surgery improves appearance. The department provides both.
Do you treat diabetic foot ulcers?
Yes. Diabetic foot and complex leg ulcer management is part of the department's scope of services.
Can reconstruction be done after cancer surgery?
Yes. Oncological reconstruction is performed, often working with the oncology and head and neck surgery teams.