Dr. Dipmalya Chatterjee, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Dr. Dipmalya Chatterjee, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in cancer patients restores the function and form that had been l

I recently had the privilege of being part of the Live Surgical Workshop in Head & Neck Cancers on Day 1 of the BMC Chha...
20/09/2025

I recently had the privilege of being part of the Live Surgical Workshop in Head & Neck Cancers on Day 1 of the BMC Chhattisgarh Cancer Conclave 2025 at BALCO Medical Centre.

Two important surgeries were performed during the workshop:

1. A case of thyroid malignancy, demonstrated by none other than Dr. Anil D’Cruz, a pioneer in Head & Neck Surgery.

2. A case of tongue cancer, resected by Dr. Gauri Pantvaidya, Professor & Head of the Head & Neck Division, Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai.

I had the honour of demonstrating tongue reconstruction in the second case, using a free ALT flap. During my session, I focused on:

1. Flap planning in near-total glossectomy to optimize functional outcomes

2. Working under the operating microscope

3. A step-by-step approach to flap transfer, inset, and microvascular anastomosis

4. Post-operative protocols for flap monitoring and patient care

The workshop was attended by numerous Oncosurgeons and Plastic Surgeons from across the region and other states. The discussions were greatly enriched by eminent moderators, making it a highly interactive and fruitful experience.

It was a special privilege for me to operate alongside stalwarts who have been an inspiration for the next generation of surgeons. Following the surgeries, I also participated in a panel discussion on Head & Neck Cancer, where I emphasized the vital role of Plastic Surgeons in comprehensive cancer care and reconstruction.

I am also glad to share that both patients from the live surgical workshop have recovered well from anesthesia and are stable. We remain hopeful for their speedy recovery and extend heartfelt gratitude to them for allowing us to treat them and contribute to surgical education for our peers.

A sincere thanks to the organizing committee for this opportunity. It was truly an honour to be a part of such a landmark academic event.

We welcome you to the Live Surgical Workshop on Thyroid and Oral Malignancy to be held at BALCO Medical Centre on 19th ...
15/09/2025

We welcome you to the Live Surgical Workshop on Thyroid and Oral Malignancy to be held at BALCO Medical Centre on 19th September, 2025 followed by CME at Mayfair Lake Resort, Naya Raipur.

The surgical session on Oro-Mandibular reconstruction will be important particularly for Plastic Surgeons and Reconstructive Surgeons who are into Head and Neck Reconstructions, where I will be sharing my tips and tricks to optimise reconstructive outcomes.

Please register for the Live Surgical Workshop by filling up the form at -
https://forms.gle/qvgx3FtB1ARsBtjH9

To register for the BMC Cancer Conclave, click -
https://forms.gle/1ubMGad3YDF6mniGA

See you all at this enriching academic feast.

🌟 Conference Reflections – APMPCG Jabalpur 2025 🌟I recently had the privilege of attending the Association of Plastic Su...
09/09/2025

🌟 Conference Reflections – APMPCG Jabalpur 2025 🌟

I recently had the privilege of attending the Association of Plastic Surgeons of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh (APMPCG) Conference held in Jabalpur.

I had the opportunity to:
🔹 Deliver a talk on a simple modification of free fibula flap, which has helped us achieve excellent results in preventing facial soft tissue atrophy and avoiding bone/hardware complications post-radiotherapy.
🔹 Chair two sessions – one on Head & Neck Reconstructions and another on Venous Ulcers.
🔹 Participate in a live workshop on Botox and Fillers conducted by the renowned Aesthetic Surgeon, Dr. James D'silva, which offered valuable insights into achieving optimal aesthetic outcomes.

The two-day event was filled with outstanding presentations by stalwarts in our field, knowledge-sharing, and vibrant discussions. Beyond academics, the evenings were equally memorable – from delightful cocktail dinners to impromptu musical performances by talented colleagues that made the atmosphere truly special.

My heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Pawan Agarwal, Dr. Rajeev Kukrele, and the entire Jabalpur team for putting together such a compact, flawless, and thoroughly enjoyable conference. The hospitality was exceptional.

A special highlight for me was my interaction with Dr. Dushyant Jaiswal (TMH, Mumbai), whose work in advanced head and neck reconstructions is inspiring. His personal words of encouragement felt like those of an elder brother, motivating me further in this journey.

Lastly, Jabalpur has always been close to my heart, and this meeting only deepened that bond. Looking forward to the next opportunity to meet this wonderful fraternity again!

Register for the live surgical workshop on1. Thyroidectomy2. Oral cancer - composite resection and reconstructionDate - ...
08/09/2025

Register for the live surgical workshop on
1. Thyroidectomy
2. Oral cancer - composite resection and reconstruction

Date - 19th September (Friday)
Time - 9am - 4pm
Venue - BALCO Medical Centre

Registration link -
https://forms.gle/qvgx3FtB1ARsBtjH9

Don't miss the opportunity to learn from the stalwarts!!

In Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, we have the concept of TISSUE DISPLACEMENT and TISSUE REPLACEMENT. When there's a...
07/09/2025

In Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, we have the concept of TISSUE DISPLACEMENT and TISSUE REPLACEMENT.

When there's a tissue loss resulting in a defect, we can fill in the defect by TISSUE DISPLACEMENT if there's adequate expendable tissue in the adjacent area. The tissues surrounding the defect can be moved around to fill the defect without having any difficulty in repairing the donor site.

If the tissues adjacent to the defect are not adequate, we fill in the defect by TISSUE REPLACEMENT. Here, we harvest a tissue from a distant site and fill the defect.

This elderly lady had a defect involving the lower lip and left oral commissure. Her mouth opening was excellent with laxity of the oral mucosa as well as the facial skin.

I consider the whole face as a combination of tissues, divided into various sub-units. When there's oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF), the whole facial tissue (oral mucosa as well as the perioral skin) tend to become sunken and inadequate to allow tissue displacement for reconstructions of facial defects.

When the facial soft tissues are loose and lax, it provides a great indication for tissue displacement. The defect here was reconstructed by a simple nasolabial flap. The mouth opening is well maintained along with a loose and supple scar. This can still be considered a facial soft tissue displacement although we are replacing the lip sub-unit tissue with an adjacent skin sub-unit tissue.

In severe long standing OSMF, along with a lip defect, achieving this kind of result with a simple nasolabial flap is difficult and may need to be addressed by importing distant soft tissues.

To know more about the basic principles of Reconstructive Surgery, feel free to connect with us at BALCO Medical Centre.

All photos are published with informed written consent from the patient, purely for educational and awareness purposes.

🌸 Teachers’ Day Reflections 🌸On this special day, I bow in gratitude to all my gurus who moulded me into who I am today....
05/09/2025

🌸 Teachers’ Day Reflections 🌸

On this special day, I bow in gratitude to all my gurus who moulded me into who I am today. A teacher is not just someone in a classroom—they can be our mentors, our colleagues, our juniors, and even our students—each shaping us in unique ways and helping us grow into better leaders in our respective fields.

As a doctor, some of my greatest teachers have been my patients. They teach resilience, courage, and the true meaning of healing every single day. Their lessons go beyond textbooks and continue to inspire me to strive for excellence and compassion in my work.

To all my teachers, seen and unseen—my heartfelt homage🙏🏻

📜Gurur Brahma, Gurur Vishnu, Gurur Devo Maheshwaraha,
Guru Saakshaat Param Brahma, Tasmai Shri Gurave Namaha📜

I am delighted to share that the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, BALCO Medical Centre , has been featu...
03/09/2025

I am delighted to share that the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, BALCO Medical Centre , has been featured in the latest edition of our institute’s quarterly newsletter.

This is a truly special moment for me and my team — a reflection of the dedication, perseverance, and passion we have put into building and nurturing this department over the last 7 years.

I am also proud to welcome my colleague, Dr. Ish*ta Katyal, who joined us last year as Consultant. With her expertise and energy, I am confident our department will continue to grow and make a greater impact in the years ahead.

I invite you to read the full newsletter to know more about the achievements of our institute and our department:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:AP:5d4738d5-4c0d-4f54-b407-920f0ad6b5fc

🌟 A Proud Moment at ‘Visionaries of Chhattisgarh – Rajat Jayanti’ 🌟I recently had the honour of representing Balco Medic...
03/09/2025

🌟 A Proud Moment at ‘Visionaries of Chhattisgarh – Rajat Jayanti’ 🌟

I recently had the honour of representing Balco Medical Centre, Naya Raipur at the prestigious Visionaries of Chhattisgarh – Rajat Jayanti award ceremony, organised by News18 on the occasion of 25 glorious years of our state’s formation. The award was presented by Dr. Raman Singh, former Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, in recognition of our institute’s exemplary contribution in the field of cancer care.

It was indeed a proud moment, not only for me but for every member of my team, to see our organisation being celebrated on such a grand platform in the presence of eminent dignitaries from across the state.

Over the past 8 years, BALCO Medical Centre has strived to transform the healthcare landscape of Chhattisgarh, offering world-class cancer treatment to people from every corner of the state. Our dedicated team of medical, paramedical and non-medical professionals has worked with skill, compassion, and relentless commitment to bring hope and healing to countless families. This award belongs to each one of them.

As Chhattisgarh celebrates its silver jubilee, it reminds us of the rich legacy, resilience, and opportunities this state represents. To the younger generation – may this milestone inspire you to dream big, work with dedication, and achieve greater heights in your professional journey. The progress of our state and nation depends on the spirit and hard work of each one of us.

✨ Here’s to Chhattisgarh’s glory, its people, and the vision of building a healthier, brighter tomorrow.

29/08/2025

Poster Presentation – BMC Chhattisgarh Cancer Conclave 2025
📅 Deadline for submission: 5th September 2025
📍 Conclave Dates: 19th – 21st September 2025

BALCO Medical Centre invites poster submissions from budding oncologists and PG students in:
• Medical Oncology
• Surgical Oncology
• Haemato-oncology
• Radiation Oncology
• Supportive Care

✅ Registration is free but mandatory
🏆 Best poster in each specialty wins full sponsorship (travel & accommodation) to attend the conclave


We operated on this patient suffering from cancer involving almost the whole tongue. The neck presented a metastatic Lev...
28/08/2025

We operated on this patient suffering from cancer involving almost the whole tongue. The neck presented a metastatic Level I node involving the skin.

He underwent a near total glossectomy with marginal mandibulectomy. The neck also had a sizeable skin defect after the neck dissection.

We did a reconstruction with a chimeric Anterolateral thigh flap. The flap had two components - a thin skin paddle that was folded in the shape of a tongue and the lingual sulcus to reconstruct the glossectomy and marginal mandibulectomy defect, and a musculocutaneous paddle that reconstructed the neck skin and soft tissue defect.

The patient visited us today after completing his adjuvant chemo-radiation, with a smiling face. He can now speak to communicate meaningfully as well as take feed comfortably. His physical scars are inconspicuous and his smile told us about his healing emotional scar.

At BALCO Medical Centre , we wish him, a long disease free survival, a happy social life and a prosperous professional life.

All photos are published with the patient's informed written consent, purely for awareness and educational purposes.

Anterolateral thigh flap (ALT) is one flap that can serve in practically any soft tissue reconstruction. There not many...
12/02/2025

Anterolateral thigh flap (ALT) is one flap that can serve in practically any soft tissue reconstruction. There not many flap options, that can be so versatile as ALT.

Deep defect, superficial defect, large defect, small defect, simple defect, complex defect, defect in anywhere and everywhere, you name it, and there's an ALT flap which can be perfectly suited to the defect.

But even an ALT flap needs a lifeboat, in case something goes wrong. What if the perforating vessels got damaged, or couldn't be dissected our, or are deficient or the harvested flap isn't bleeding well? I consider Tensor Fascia Lata flap (TFL) as the lifeboat flap for ALT, the one "go to" flap, in case the ALT flap disappointed me on a bad day. A constant, robust perforator supplies the TFL flap which is hard to miss, which makes the flap harvest super-easy. The pedicle is short though. But it saves the day.

To be precise, I love ALT, but I respect TFL!

To know more about this wonderful flap reconstruction for skin and soft tissue reconstruction, connect with us at BALCO Medical Centre

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