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Dr Sandeep Uppal Profile
Dr Sandeep Uppal
Facial Plastic Surgeon
PhD, FRCS (ORL-HNS), FAMS
International and European Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
MOH-accredited Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
  • Fellowship trained in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
  • Fellow of IBCFPRS and EBCFPRS
  • Advanced Rhinology Fellowship, Royal College of Surgeons of England — specialising in complex nasal and sinus surgery
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – University of Leeds, United Kingdom
Dr Sandeep Uppal is a Facial Plastic and ENT-Head and Neck Surgeon whose practice focuses on the face, head, and neck. His dual fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as Advanced Nasal and Sinus Surgery, allows him to address both aesthetic goals and functional needs with equal attention.
With over three decades in surgical practice, including more than 16 years dedicated exclusively to Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr Sandeep’s approach is grounded in experience and precision. His international training & experience across Europe, the United States, and Asia has provided him with insight into a wide range of facial structures, skin types, and aesthetic preferences. This exposure has strengthened his ability to adapt techniques to suit each patient’s background, whether Asian, Indian, or Caucasian, ensuring outcomes that are both natural and individual.
Before establishing PrudENT Rhinoplasty & Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Dr Sandeep served as Head of Facial Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Service (2011-2024) and Head of the Department of ENT-Head and Neck Surgery at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore (2011-2024). During his tenure, he played a key role in advancing Facial Plastic Surgery within the institution and was actively involved in training and mentoring the next generation of surgeons.

Dr Sandeep has conducted numerous courses, conferences and workshops, and is actively involved in teaching, having trained surgeons from across the world in Advanced Rhinoplasty, Facial Rejuvenation Surgery, Facial Fracture Management and Soft Tissue Reconstruction.

Milestones

  • Over 33 years of surgical experience, with 16 years focused exclusively on Facial Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery
  • Dual-fellowship trained in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and Advanced Nasal & Sinus Surgery
  • Board-certified by both the International and European Boards for Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Advanced Rhinology Fellowship – Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Former Head of Department, ENT-Head and Neck Surgery, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore (2019–2024)
  • Former Head, Facial Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Service, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore (2011–2024)
  • Trained under internationally recognised mentors including Prof Vito Quatela (USA), Prof Shan Baker (USA), Prof Wolfgang Gubisch (Germany), and Prof Nolst Trenite (The Netherlands)
  • Founder and Course Director, “Eleven Days of Facial Plastic Surgery” — an annual cadaveric masterclass in advanced rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation, and reconstruction
  • Trained over 500 surgeons worldwide through international workshops and live-surgery courses
  • Chairman, Section of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Chapter of ENT–Head and Neck Surgery, College of Surgeons, Academy of Medicine, Singapore

Awards and Honours

  • Claus Walter Prize for Academic Excellence – awarded for achieving the highest marks among all international candidates in the examination by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • Honorary Fellowship, Korean College of Cosmetic Surgery
  • Fellow, Academy of Medicine, Singapore
  • FRCS (ORL–HNS) – England and Ireland
  • PhD (Leeds)

Publications and Presentations

  • Authored and co-authored over 40 scientific papers and book chapters in Facial Plastic and reconstructive surgery
  • Delivered more than 175 invited lectures and workshops internationally
  • Served as faculty at over 65 global and national Facial Plastic Surgery conferences and live-surgery workshops
  • Directed and conducted 19 advanced training courses in facial aesthetic and reconstructive surgery
  • Served as Assistant Editor, Facial Plastic Surgery Journal
  • Guest Editor, Facial Plastic Surgery Journal – Asian Perspectives on Facial Plastic Surgery issue
  • Section Editor for Rhinology and Facial Plastic Surgery in the textbook Surgery Symptom Oriented Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
  • Member of the ENT–Head and Neck Surgery Exit Examination Committee, Ministry of Health, Singapore
The PrudENT Philosophy
We believe subtle refinement can have a profound impact. At PrudENT Rhinoplasty & Facial Cosmetic Surgery, every facial procedure, conversation, and detail reflects this philosophy.
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