Catherine Samraj
Plastic Surgeon
Bangalore,KA
Summary
Board-certified plastic surgeon with comprehensive training across trauma, reconstructive, and aesthetic surgery, bringing a strong foundation in managing complex cases within multidisciplinary settings. Experienced in both functional restoration and aesthetic procedures, with a growing interest in advancing within the field of aesthetic surgery. Recognised as a collaborative team player, I am committed to delivering safe, ethical, and patient-centred care. I value continuous learning, professional development, and contributing positively to organisational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Private Practice
Bengaluru, KA
02.2026 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Reliance Hospital
Mumbai
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive surgery working with Dr. Prabha Yadav & other senior Plastic Surgeons of South Bombay.
Resident Medical Officer
Inamdar Hospital
Pune
01.2017 - 12.2017
Part Time Practical Instructor
Transworld Education Academy
Pune
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Subjects taught: Anatomy, Physiology & Biochemistry.
Education
MCH - Plastic Surgery
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
04.2025
DNB - general Surgery
Saifee Hospital
07.2020
MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Davao Medical School Foundation
05.2014
Affiliations
- Member of Association of Plastic Surgeons of India
- Member of Indian Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
Research
- Study on Blood Types and Its Association with Personality amongst NMD Students of Batch 2014 of DMSFI, Pamnani, L., Patel, A., Samraj, C., 2010, Davao City, Davao del Sur
- Comparative Analysis of Bacteria found in Cell Phones and Wrist Watches of SPC BS-Biology Students, Pamnani, L., Saldanha, C., Samraj, C., 2009, Davao City, Davao del Sur
- Study on the Attitudes and Practices of Birth Spacing among the women of Sasa, Davao City, Philippines, Patel, A., Saldanha, C., Samraj, C., 2014
- A prospective study comparing the analgesic effects of local infiltration of methylene blue with Bupivacaine versus bupivacaine alone in ano-rectal surgeries, Samraj, C., 2018, Mumbai
- A prospective comparative study of Unprocessed vs Processed autologous fat graft for correction of soft tissue contour deformities, Samraj, C., Delhi
Additional Qualifications
- Master Class in Contouring aesthetics, 2025
- Mesoaesthetic Fillers hands-on workshop, 2025
- Masterclass on Fillers & threads - Sypha, 2025
- Good Clinical Practices course certified, 2024
- Biomedical Research course completed, 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) provided by AHA, 2024
- MRCS - A - Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, 2021
- Disaster management course, 2019
Fellowships
- Dr. Rajat Gupta, 2025-05-01
- Dr. Jayanthy Ravindran, 2025-08-01, 2026-01-01
Personal Information
- Title: Plastic Surgeon
- Date of Birth: 19-08-90
Awards
- The Rotary Club award for Best resident doctor of the year, 2018
- First Prize in Poster Presenting competition at National Pulmonology Conference titled: The Robot, the tumour & the surgeon, 2018
- First Prize - Case Presentation at Cleft conference, 2023
Publications
- Cross-leg microvascular free anterolateral thigh flap as a viable, safe and reserve option for reconstruction in a vessel-depleted limb, Case Report, Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery, 57, Suppl. S1, 2024, Dr. Sonika SS, Dr. Mukesh Sharma, Dr. Catherine Samraj
- Functional and Aesthetic Impact of Progressive Tension Sutures in Abdominoplasty, International Journal of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2026, 10.1177/30499240261417097, Dr. Rajat Gupta, Dr. Catherine Samraj, Dr. Priya Bansal
- Roles of Fat Grafting in Plastic Surgery, Review article, ABVIMS Journal of Medical Sciences, 2025, Dr. Catherine Samraj, Dr. Mukesh Sharma
Timeline
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
Private Practice
02.2026 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Reliance Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2022
Resident Medical Officer
Inamdar Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2017
Part Time Practical Instructor
Transworld Education Academy
01.2015 - 12.2015
MCH - Plastic Surgery
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
DNB - general Surgery
Saifee Hospital
MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery
Davao Medical School Foundation