Dr. Preethitha Babu

Dr Preethitha Babu is an experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Hebbal, Bangalore with over 15 years of clinical and surgical experience in managing reconstructive microsurgery, oncoplastic breast surgery, hand and trauma reconstruction, burns care, and scar management.

She currently practises as a Consultant in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Manipal Hospital, Hebbal and Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, where she helps patients rebuild form, function, and confidence after cancer surgery, trauma, burns, or complex tissue loss.

If you are looking for the best plastic surgeon in Hebbal or a trusted reconstructive surgeon in Bangalore, Dr Preethitha brings the rare combination of surgical precision and genuine empathy that patients need when facing procedures that affect not just their body but also how they feel about themselves.

She consults in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil.

Area of Expertise

Reconstructive Microsurgery and Oncoplastic Breast Surgery

Advanced microvascular and oncoplastic procedures to restore form and function after cancer surgery, tumour removal, or extensive tissue loss.

• Reconstructive microsurgery
• Oncoplastic breast surgery
• Whole breast reconstruction
• Post-cancer reconstructive procedures
• Single strut central mandible reconstruction

Trauma, Hand Reconstruction, and Burns Care

Emergency and planned surgical care for injuries to the hand, fingers, tendons, and soft tissues, along with comprehensive burns management.

• Acute trauma management
• Fingertip and complex hand injury repair
• Tendon repair and reconstruction
• Burns management and rehabilitation
• Soft tissue defect reconstruction

Scar Management and Laser Treatment

Long-term scar improvement through laser-based and surgical techniques for patients recovering from injuries, burns, or previous surgeries.

• Laser scar modulation
• Hypertrophic scar treatment
• Scar revision surgery

Professional Experience

Dr Preethitha Babu is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Hebbal, Bangalore
• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore

She has previously served at:

• Consultant, Sparsh Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore
• Consultant, HCG Bangalore

With 15 years of experience, Dr Preethitha has managed complex reconstructive, oncoplastic, and trauma cases across leading cancer and multi-speciality centres, earning a strong reputation as one of the best plastic surgeons in Bangalore.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, 2011 (Best Outgoing Student, Overall Academics)
• MS in General Surgery from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, 2014
• MCh in Plastic Surgery from JIPMER, Puducherry, 2018

She is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (KMC 90497).

Awards, Research, and Publications

Dr Preethitha Babu received the 2nd Best Poster Award at the Indo British Masterclass in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery (2016). She has also presented papers at APSICON, KAPRASCON, and the Indo British Masterclass.

She has published research in journals including the Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology, Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, Plastic and Aesthetic Research, and the Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery, covering oncoplastic breast surgery, scar management, and periocular injury classification.

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on breast reconstruction, reconstructive microsurgery, hand injuries, burns care, scar treatment, or any plastic and reconstructive surgery concern in Hebbal or Yelahanka, Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Preethitha Babu through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.