Dr. Bestin Thomas

Dr. Bestin Thomas is a Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi, where he brings three years of clinical experience in surgical specialties. He trained in India, completing his medical degree at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Karnataka, followed by master's degrees in plastic surgery from Kerala University of Health Sciences. His career includes academic positions as Assistant Professor at Government Medical College Kozhikode and specialist roles at leading Indian hospitals Aster Medcity and Marsleeva Medicity.

Dr. Thomas focuses on reconstructive microsurgery—particularly following trauma—hand surgery, oncologic (cancer-related) surgery, and aesthetic procedures. Microsurgery involves delicate, magnified techniques to repair nerves, blood vessels, and small structures. He combines his academic background with practical surgical expertise to address complex reconstructive needs. He is licensed by the Travancore-Cochin Medical Council and holds memberships in the Indian Medical Association and Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.

He is a good fit for patients needing specialized hand repair, trauma reconstruction, cancer-related reconstruction, or aesthetic refinement, particularly those who value a surgeon trained in both academic and high-volume clinical settings.