Dr. Ashok Govila

Dr. Ashok Govila has over 35 years of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, with a professional journey extending through England and the United Arab Emirates. His expertise encompasses a diverse range of surgical procedures, focused on both aesthetic enhancements and reconstructive techniques.

Educational achievements include an MBBS degree obtained in 1970 in India, followed by a Master's in Surgery (MS) from Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior, in 1977. He specialized in Plastic Surgery at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, earning an MCH in the same year. Further recognition came in 2004 with an FRCS from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow.

His professional path features a significant period as a Consultant Plastic Surgeon in the UK National Health Service. He has worked in renowned institutions such as Canniesburn Hospital in Glasgow, among others in the UK. In the UAE, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the medical landscape, particularly in plastic surgery.

Dr. Govila is skilled in various procedures, including rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, body sculpturing, tummy tucks, and fat transfer techniques for the breast and face. He also specializes in reconstructive surgeries of the face, breast, and abdomen. His academic contributions to the field of plastic surgery include authoring several books and numerous articles in international journals.

Beyond his surgical expertise, Dr. Govila has been a key figure in establishing professional medical societies and has been involved in various academic roles, sharing his knowledge and experience with upcoming medical professionals.

• Residency in Plastic Surgery: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, 1977.
• FRCS: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, UK, 2004.

• Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Novomed Centers, Dubai Marina Plaza, Dubai (Aug 2020 - Present)
• Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Cocoona Centre for Aesthetic Transformation, Villa 898, Al Wasl Road, Dubai (Feb 2014 - Present)
• Consultant and Chief of Plastic Surgery at Dubai London Specialty Hospital, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai (Oct 2012 - Present)
• Professor and Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Dubai London Specialty Hospital, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai (Oct 2012 - Present)
• Professor and Chief, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Lifeline Hospital, Dubai (Jan 2007 - Present)
• Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Medeor 24x7 Hospital Dubai, Embassy district, Bur Dubai, Dubai (Mar 2017 - Aug 2020)
• Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Dubai London Clinic, Dubai (2011 - 2016)

• Basic Microsurgery Course at University of Tromsø, Norway (1984)
• Advanced Microsurgery Course at University of Tromsø, Norway (1985)
• Fellowship in Hand Surgery at Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia (1987)
• Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, Australia (1990)
• Workshop on Repair of Nerve Injuries at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, Australia (1990)
• Maxillofacial Surgery Course at Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, Sydney, Australia (1991)
• Fellowship in Reconstructive Microsurgery at University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA (1992)
• Workshop on “Bridging the Gap” in Peripheral Nerve Injuries at University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA (1992)
• Workshop on Primary and Secondary Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery at University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA (1992)
• Workshop on Breast Reconstruction with the Latissimus Dorsi Flap at University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA (1992)
• Rhinoplasty Course at University of Louisville, Kentucky, USA (1992)
• Workshop on Advanced Microsurgery at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taiwan (1994)
• Course on Cosmetic Surgery at Wits Medical School, Johannesburg, South Africa (1997)
• Workshop on Aesthetic Surgery at New York University, USA (2001)
• Workshop on Endoscopic Plastic Surgery at New York University, USA (2002)
• Workshop on LASER Resurfacing at New York University, USA (2002)
• Workshop on Liposuction and Fat Grafting at New York University, USA (2002)
• Hands-on Training Course on Botox and Fillers at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2007)
• Hands-on Training Course on Thread Lifts at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2007)
• Course on Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA (2009)
• Course on Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Endoscopic Brow Lift, Blepharoplasty and Face Lift at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face and Body at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on VASER Liposuction at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Abdominoplasty and Body Contouring at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Short Scar Breast Reduction and Mastopexy at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Vaginal Rejuvenation and Laser Assisted Vaginal Tightening (LAVT) at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Workshop on Laser Liposuction at Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA (2011)
• Course on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Wisconsin, USA (2011)
• Course on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face, and Buttocks at American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Wisconsin, USA (2011)
• Course on Laser Tattoo Removal at American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Wisconsin, USA (2011)
• Course on Advanced VASER Liposuction at American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery, Wisconsin, USA (2011)
• Course on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at New York University, USA (2012)
• Course on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face, and Buttocks at New York University, USA (2012)
• Course on Laser Tattoo Removal at New York University, USA (2012)
• Course on Advanced VASER Liposuction at New York University, USA (2012)
• Workshop on Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, Breast Surgery, and Face Lift at The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), USA (2012)
• Workshop on Body Contouring and Breast Surgery at The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), USA (2012)
• Workshop on Laser Assisted Liposuction at The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), USA (2012)
• Workshop on Advanced VASER Liposuction at The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), USA (2012)
• Workshop on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS), USA (2012)
• Course on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face, and Buttocks at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2012)
• Workshop on Advanced VASER Liposuction at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2012)
• Workshop on Body Contouring and Breast Surgery at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2012)
• Workshop on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, USA (2012)
• Workshop on Advanced VASER Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Abdominoplasty and Body Contouring at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Laser Assisted Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face, and Buttocks at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on VASER Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Munich, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Advanced VASER Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Liposuction and Fat Grafting at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Breast Surgery and Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Abdominoplasty and Body Contouring at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Laser Assisted Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Laser Therapy in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Fat Grafting to Breast, Face, and Buttocks at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on VASER Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Dusseldorf, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Advanced VASER Liposuction at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Cologne, Germany (2013)
• Workshop on Liposuction and Fat Grafting at European Society of Aesthetic Surgery, Cologne

• Certificate of University Teaching at University of Tromsø, Norway (1984)