About Me

PLASTIC, RECONSTRUCTIVE & AESTHETIC SURGEON
MBChB, MMed Plast Surgery (SMU), FC Plast Surg (SA), CIME

About Me

PLASTIC, RECONSTRUCTIVE & AESTHETIC SURGEON
MBChB, MMed Plast Surgery (SMU), FC Plast Surg (SA), CIME

Dr. Vengal Medapati is a distinguished plastic and reconstructive surgeon with extensive expertise in aesthetic, reconstructive, and microsurgical procedures. With a career spanning over two decades across multiple countries, he has established himself as a leader in the field of plastic surgery, combining technical excellence with a patient-centered approach.

Currently serving as a Senior Consultant and Director/Head of Aesthetic Services at Burjeel Holdings (BH), UAE, Dr. Vengal Medapati specializes in a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. His work includes breast and facial surgeries, liposuction, body contouring, hand surgeries, microsurgery, and burn care. Under his leadership, TAJMEEL (BH) has become a center of excellence for aesthetic medicine.

In addition, Dr. Vengal Medapati is a Senior Consultant at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), Abu Dhabi, a Mayo Clinic-affiliated institution. There, he plays a pivotal role as the Surgical Lead for the National Burns ICU and is actively involved in research and development within the complex wound care unit. His expertise in breast reconstruction has led to the establishment of a dedicated Breast Reconstruction Unit, collaborating with specialists from orthoplastics, pediatrics, dermatology, and oncology.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Vengal Medapati serves as a Medico-Legal Expert at Life Hospital Fourways, Johannesburg, providing expert assessments and reports on medical negligence cases. His vast experience in private healthcare also includes tenure as a Senior Consultant at Life Hospital Fourways and Life Hospital Glynwood Benoni, where he contributed to breast multidisciplinary teams and pioneered cosmetic medical tourism initiatives in Botswana and Kenya.

A dedicated academic, Dr. Vengal Medapati is a Consultant and Lecturer at Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital and Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa. He has trained and mentored numerous residents and medical students, spearheaded the establishment of Burns and Breast Reconstruction Units, and conducted groundbreaking research in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Vengal Medapati holds multiple prestigious qualifications, including:
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) – Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa
Fellowship of the Colleges of Surgeons in Plastic Surgery (FCS Plast Surg SA) – Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
Master of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (MMed Plastic Surgery) – Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Certified Independent Medical Examiner (CIME) – American Board of Independent Medical Examiners

Committed to continuous education and innovation, Dr. Vengal Medapati has attended and presented at numerous national and international conferences, participated in cadaver anatomy training programs, and served as a national trainer for Burns Care skills. He is also an esteemed Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Teoxane® and a faculty member for Dysport® aesthetic training.

With a passion for philanthropy, Dr. Vengal Medapati has contributed his skills to cleft lip and palate surgeries for international charity organizations, bringing life-changing transformations to children in need.

Through his unwavering dedication to excellence, Dr. Vengal Medapati continues to push the boundaries of plastic and reconstructive surgery, setting new standards in patient care, education, and medical advancements worldwide.