
Specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery with expertise in hand surgery and facial aesthetics
Experience
6 years
Languages
English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil
Location
Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi
Sees
adults
Dr. Akshay Omkumar is a specialist physician in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi. He graduated from the distinguished Amrita School of Medicine and holds advanced qualifications in plastic and reconstructive surgery, general surgery, and medicine. With 6 years of clinical experience, Dr. Omkumar has worked across leading hospitals in India and the UAE, building expertise in complex surgical cases.
He specializes in hand surgery, trauma reconstruction, and microsurgical procedures, alongside cosmetic and facial aesthetic surgery. His work includes facial plastic surgery, body contouring, and non-surgical rejuvenation using fillers and botox. Notably, Dr. Omkumar was part of the team recognized by the British Medical Journal for performing Southeast Asia's first bilateral hand transplant, demonstrating his involvement in pioneering reconstructive work.
Dr. Omkumar is a member of several professional organizations including the Indian Medical Association, Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, Kairali Association of Plastic Surgeons, and Association of Surgeons of India. He is committed to tailored surgical outcomes and evidence-based patient care.
Special interests: bilateral hand transplantation, microsurgical reconstruction, facial aesthetics, body contouring.
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M.Ch. (Master of Surgery) in plastic & reconstructive surgery
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, India
M.S. (Master of Science) in general surgery
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, India
M.B.B.S. (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, India
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Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), United Arab Emirates
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Consultations are available in English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil.
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City — Abu Dhabi, Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi.
This doctor primarily sees adults.
Commonly treated: Facial Deformities, Hand Injuries, Traumatic Injuries Requiring Reconstruction.
Profile compiled from Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)
Ghweifat International Highway Next to Mafraq Hospital, Al Mafraq area - Abu Dhabi
+971 800 7762Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)
Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi
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