About Dr. (Major) Rakesh Kaundal

Dr. (Major) Rakesh Kaundal is a highly skilled Plastic, Reconstructive, Burns, Hand, and Cosmetic Surgeon with extensive experience in managing complex surgical cases. He is dedicated to delivering the best healthcare outcomes using advanced techniques and evidence-based medicine. His expertise spans trauma reconstruction, congenital deformities correction, microsurgical procedures, and aesthetic enhancements. Currently, he serves at Livasa Hospital, Nawanshahr, offering exceptional patient care.

Work Experience

• Specialist Plastic Surgeon in Armed Forces Medical Services (Army Medical Corps) as Major, handling critical trauma cases and disaster management.
• Fortis Hospital, Kangra, HP (2024)
• Western Command-Command Hospital, Chandimandir, Haryana (2021-2023)
• Southern Command Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra (2019-2020)
• Senior Resident and Clinical Assistant roles in top hospitals like Fortis-Escorts, Safdarjung Hospital, and Shalimar Bagh, Delhi.

Education & Training

• DNB (Plastic Surgery) – Army Hospital Research & Referral, Delhi Cantt (2019)
• DNB (General Surgery) – Fortis-Escorts Hospital & Research Centre, Faridabad (2013)
• MBBS – Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad, Maharashtra (2007)

Speciality Interest

• Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgery
• Burns management and trauma reconstruction
• Congenital deformities correction (e.g., cleft lip, craniofacial anomalies)
• Micro-surgical procedures including nerve repairs and free flaps
• Aesthetic enhancements like Rhinoplasty, Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, and Anti-aging treatments