Dr Naveen N is a Professor and Head of Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery known for his clinical acumen and academic excellence. Having trained under renowned Plastic & Burns Reconstruction Surgeon Dr Prema Dhanraj, he has dedicated his career to providing expert plastic surgical care to the poor and needy at Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, which primarily serves rural communities. Dr Naveen is also associated with philanthropic organizations such as Agniraksha, headed by Mrs. Chitra Dhanraj, serving burns survivors, and KRBAAS for spinal injury patients.
An accomplished researcher, Dr Naveen has authored over 50 publications in national and international journals with more than 150 citations and has contributed chapters to various textbooks as an invited author. He has developed innovative surgical techniques that have contributed significantly to the field of Plastic Surgery. His areas of expertise include reconstructive surgery, trauma reconstruction, onco-reconstruction, microsurgery, hand surgery, breast surgeries, cosmetic surgery, and burns management.
Areas of Expertise
- Reconstructive surgery
- Trauma reconstruction
- Onco-reconstruction
- Microsurgery
- Hand surgery
- Breast surgeries (augmentation & reduction)
- Cosmetic surgery
- Burns management
Publications & Research
- Over 50 publications in national and international journals
- More than 150 citations
- Contributed chapters to various textbooks as a guest author
- Developed innovative surgical techniques
Work Experience
- Professor at AIMS, B.G. Nagara (2 years - present)
- Associate Professor at AIMS, B.G. Nagara (3 years)
- Assistant Professor at AIMS, B.G. Nagara (1 year)
- Assistant Professor at JSS, Mysuru (1 year)
