Dr. PV Narayanan works as a reconstructive surgeon at the Jubilee Mission Hospital in India. He treats all aspects of cleft lip and palate, including primary and secondary surgeries, with a special interest in cleft rhinoplasty.
The department at the Jubilee Mission Hospital provides comprehensive care for patients with congenital clefts of the lip, palate and complex facial clefts. This is probably the only Department of its kind that is dedicated solely to the care of cleft deformities. It has been in existence at the Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute for more than 53 years, and a total of more than 16,000 cleft surgeries have been performed at this Centre.
The centre was initially supported by organisations like the Simavi, the Rotary club of Dokkum, and the Soroptomisten club all in the Netherlands. Since the year 2000, this centre has been a partner with Smile Train, New York. It was the first centre in India that joined forces with them.
Useful Information
Accommodation
There is no hospital accommodation available, but there are other accommodation options in the area.
Visas and Work Permits
For visa and immigration information, please read the details on the Indian Government official website.
Transport
Travelling to Thrissur is recommended via Nedumbassery airport which is located in Kochi, an old colonial town on the coast of Kerela. Transport from there to Thrissur is by prepaid taxis, that are available from the airport. You can buy a ticket at the booth in the arrivals hall, on the right just before you leave the airport lounge. The prepaid taxis charge Rs.1400 and take about one hour to get to Thrissur.
Local transport is by autorickshaws, which charge by the meter. They are a very cheap and convenient way of getting around.
Licensure
Licensure is required. It is only with a valid license that you will be able to perform hands-on tasks throughout the fellowship.
Fellowship Host
Dr. Puthucode Narayanan
Dr. PV Narayanan works as a reconstructive surgeon at the Jubilee Mission Hospital in India. He treats all aspects of cleft lip and palate, including primary and secondary surgeries, with a special interest in cleft rhinoplasty.
P.B, 737, Jubilee Mission Rd, Thrissur, Kerala 680005, India
The main focus is cleft care.
- Primary lip closure
- Palatoraphia
- Pharyngoplasty
- Alveolar bone grafts
- Secondary rhinoplasty
- Orthognathic surgery
Testimonials
The Charles pinto centre in Thrissur, India, is a high flow centre for all cleft related surgeries. They maintain high standards of care and provide patient with the best possible service. I feel fortunate to have been a fellow here and closely observe their work. The maxillofacial department also provided me with good exposure to orthognathic surgeries. I would recommend this place for anyone who has had a previous exposure to clefts and intends on pursuing it further. I thank ISAPS for providing me with this unique opportunity