Dr Dilip Gahankari

Dr. Dilip Gahankari is an Australian qualified specialist Plastic Surgeon, who has the experience and commitment necessary for consistent, successful outcomes in Plastic Surgery. With 15 years of experience as a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Gahankari pursues the highest standards for surgical techniques and quality patient care.

Dr. Gahankari received his M.B.B.S. , Masters. degrees in General Surgery & Plastic Surgery from the University of Bombay. Upon completion, he underwent advanced training at the prestigious Canniesburn and Glasgow Royal Infirmary Hospitals, Scotland as a British Association Plastic Surgical Fellow. The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh conferred upon him, the FRCS fellowship in General Surgery in 1999.

Dr. Gahankari, in 1999, was invited to join Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane as a Hand Surgery Fellow and underwent further training as a Head and Neck and Burns Fellow at the Royal Brisbane Hospital. In 2003, he was awarded the FRACS, fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, in Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Gahankari’s work at his private practice in Benowa, Gold Coast encompasses a balance of Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery. He specialises in minimal scar plastic surgery of the face, breasts and body, being keenly aware of the importance of short scars in modern plastic surgery and is dedicated to delivering the natural look.

The decision to undergo any surgical procedure is never one to be taken lightly. Once you have decided to undergo surgery, every effort is made to ensure you feel comfortable. You will be given comprehensive information about your chosen procedure and will have Dr. Gahankari and his team’s support prior to and after the surgery.

Advanced Aesthetix, Plastic Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Centre is a purpose designed medical practice offering state-of-the-art technology and personalised care in a quiet, discreet, professional environment. Various non surgical “cosmedical” procedures are carried out at the clinic and that include anti-wrinkle injections and Laser therapy for face and body. The clinic provides safe and most appropriate cosmetic medical care – to ensure that people enjoy the experience as well as the results. The staff at the clinic are highly qualified, friendly, caring and skilled.

Dr. Gahankari is an Associate Professor at the University of Queensland & Bond University & teaches undergraduate & post graduate medical students. He has published extensively in academic journals of international repute. In addition, Dr. Gahankari volunteers his surgical skills with Australian overseas missions, in less privileged countries. Outside the operating room, this cricket tragic's other interests include trekking, photography and spending time with his family.

Dr. Dilip’s commitment is to provide outstanding care to his patients with assurance of safety and quality in all aspects of their Plastic Surgery management. It is with this sincere philosophy that he performs every procedure.

Dr. Gahankari performs the following procedures

Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck)

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

Breast Augmentation

Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy

Breast Reduction Surgery (Female & Male)

Facial Cosmetic Surgery (Facelift, Browlift & Neck Lift)

Hand Surgery (Carpal Tunnel, Dupuytren’s, Ganglion)

Liposculpture (Body Contouring)

Otoplasty (Prominent Ears)

Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping)

Injectables (Wrinkles, Fine lines, Lip Enhancement)

Laser Resurfacing    

Laser therapy for Veins, Stains and Blemishes

Hospital Privileges

Pindara Private Hospital

Allamanda Hospital

John Flynn Hospital, Tugun

Royal Brisbane Hospital

Wesley Hospital, Brisbane

St. Andrews Hospital, Brisbane

St. Vincents Hospital, Lismore

Professional Affiliations

Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh

Royal Australasian College of Surgeons

Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons

Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons

Australian Hand Surgery Society

Australian and New Zealand Burns Association

International Society of Burn Injuries