Looking for a Plastic Surgeon in Rawalpindi or Islamabad? What to Know First

Rawalpindi and Islamabad function as twin cities in almost every practical sense — including healthcare. Many Rawalpindi residents already look to Islamabad's hospitals for specialist care, and plastic and reconstructive surgery is no exception.

Why Many Rawalpindi Patients Look to Islamabad

Islamabad hosts several of the region's larger teaching hospitals, including the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) — home to structured plastic and reconstructive surgery training, clinical governance, and the kind of multidisciplinary support that complex cases sometimes need. For patients in Rawalpindi, the commute is typically short, making it a practical extension of their local healthcare options rather than a separate trip.

What to Check Before Your First Visit

• The surgeon's qualifications and specific specialty training
• Whether the procedure is performed at an accredited hospital
• What the consultation will cover, and whether it's a paid or free initial visit
• How follow-up care is handled after your procedure

Getting to Your Consultation

For most Rawalpindi residents, reaching PIMS or other central Islamabad hospitals is a straightforward drive. It's worth asking about the location of both your consultation and any planned procedure in advance, since these aren't always at the same facility.

Dr. Ibrahim Nasir Idrees is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Registrar training at PIMS, Islamabad — easily accessible from Rawalpindi. Browse the procedures offered to learn more.