SPECIALTY

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Nasal Sinus Surgery, ENT Surgery (Otolaryngology)

Clinical interest(s)

Rhinoplasty (Cosmetic and Functional), Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Face and Neck Lift, Endoscopic Brow Lift, Prominent Ear Correction, Double Eyelid Surgery, Blepharoplasty, Eyebag Removal, Dimple Creation, Buccal Fat Removal, Chin Augmentation and Reduction, Cheek Augmentation and Reduction, Mole Removal, Skin Cancer Management, Facial Injury Management, Botox, Fillers, Skin Boosters, ENT Disorders.

SPOKEN LANGUAGE(s)

English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi

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EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Completed Specialist Registrar Training in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in the United Kingdom.
Undertook a one-year Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery across the UK, USA, Germany, and The Netherlands.
Completed a one-year fellowship in Advanced Rhinology conducted by the Royal College of Surgeons of England

LEADERSHIP ROLES

Served as Head of the Department of Otolaryngology and the Facial Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Service at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore, from 2019 to 2024.
Established and led the Facial Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Service from its inception in 2011 until 2024.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY

Delivered over 175 national and international presentations at international conferences, courses, workshops, symposia, and live surgery courses worldwide.
Lectured on a wide array of topics, including Advanced Rhinoplasty, Facelift, Browlift, Management of Nasal Allergies, and Management of Facial Injuries.
Chaired and moderated numerous scientific sessions in international courses and conferences.

EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES

Organized and conducted 36 courses and conferences over the years.
Conducted the annual course ’11 Days of Facial Plastic Surgery’ for more than a decade, training over 500 surgeons globally in Advanced Rhinoplasty, Facial Rejuvenation Surgery, and Facial Fracture Repair and Soft Tissue Repair.
Organized the Pan Asia Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery's 11th International Conference.
Chaired the Facial Plastic Surgery Stream of the ASEAN ORL-HNS Annual Conference.

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

Awarded a PhD by the University of Leeds, UK, for discovering the genetic and molecular basis of Pachydermoperiostosis, leading to a first-author publication in the journal Nature Genetics.
Published over 37 scholarly peer-reviewed articles and 3 book chapters on topics related to Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

QUALIFICATIONS

International Board for Certification in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (IBCFPRS) certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon.
European Board for Certification in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (IBCFPRS) certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon.
BTEC is Laser Light and Associated Therapies, UK.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by the University of Leeds, UK.
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery).
Certificate of Completion of Training in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery by the Intercollegiate Board of the Royal College of Surgeons, UK and Ireland.
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS England).
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (FRCS with Otolaryngology).
Awarded the Claus D. Walter Prize for Academic Excellence by the International Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Research (with merit), University of Leeds, UK.
Specialist Registration in Otolaryngology, Singapore Medical Council (SMC).
Accredited by the Aesthetic Procedures Oversight Committee (APOC) of Singapore Medical Council and the Facial Plastic Section of the Chapter of College of Surgeons, Singapore to perform Facial Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Procedures.
MS (ENT), MAMC, University of Delhi, India.
MBBS, University college of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi, India.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Adjunct Assistant Professor in Otolaryngology at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore.
Chairman, Section of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Chapter of Otolaryngology, College of Surgeons, Academy of Medicine, Singapore.
Vice President, Pan Asian Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Vice Chairman for Reconstruction, Facial Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery, India (Affiliate member Society of International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies).
Chairman of the Fellowship Committee of the International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies (IFFPSS).
Executive Board Member of the International Board for Certification in Facial Plastic Surgery (IBCFPRS).
Board Member of Joint Committee on Specialist Training (JCST) Examination Committee for Otorhinolaryngology, Ministry of Health, Singapore.
National Examiner for Otorhinolaryngology, appointed by Ministry of Health (MOH) and American Board of Medical Specialties, Singapore (ABMS-S).
Member of the examination development committee for Otorhinolaryngology exit examinations under the Ministry of Health, Singapore.
Member of the Resident Accreditation Committee for ENT-Head and Neck Surgery, Singapore.
Past treasurer and current member of Society of Otolaryngologists and Head and Neck Surgery, Singapore.
Honorary Fellow of the Korean College of Cosmetic Surgery.
Member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Member of the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.
Fellow, Academy of Medicine, Singapore (FAMS).
Section Editor for Rhinology and Facial Plastic Surgery in the book Symptom Oriented Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.
Assistant Editor for the Facial Plastic Surgery Journal.
Reviewer for prestigious journals like Facial Plastic Surgery Journal, Dermatology, and Plastic and Aesthetic Research.
Invited Guest Editor for a special issue on Asian Perspective on Facial Plastic Surgery in the Facial Plastic Surgery Journal.

PHILANTHROPY AND PERSONAL INTERESTS

Known for his philanthropic efforts, regularly undertaking challenging treks to raise awareness and funds for various charitable causes:
In September 2016, he summited Uhuru Peak, Mount Kilimanjaro (5895m), the highest point in Africa.
In September 2017, he completed the Everest Base Camp trek, summiting Everest Base Camp (5380m), Chola Pass (5420m), Gokyo Ri (5350m), and Kala Pathar (5545m) in Nepal, raising funds for Cancer Research UK.
In September 2018, he summited Thorangula Pass (5416m) and completed the Annapurna Circuit 12-day trek, raising funds for Mission Smile, a cleft lip and palate charity.
Passionate about music, Dr. Sandeep enjoys learning to play the guitar in his spare time, finding solace and creativity through music. His love for music and adventure adds a unique dimension to his multifaceted personality.