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About Nitin Vaingankar

Personal Profile

Mr Nitin Vaingankar is a Consultant Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon with extensive experience in both reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery. He was appointed Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust in July 2006 and has developed a broad practice covering a range of plastic, reconstructive, hand, and cosmetic surgical procedures.

Over the course of his career, Mr Vaingankar has gained extensive experience in Plastic Surgery through specialist training posts in Bristol, Liverpool, Norwich, and London. His training has included dedicated fellowships in both cosmetic and hand surgery, allowing him to develop expertise across multiple areas of specialist practice.

Training and specialist expertise

Mr Vaingankar completed the prestigious Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship at the McIndoe Surgical Centre in East Grinstead and the Hand Surgery Fellowship at the St Andrew’s Centre for Plastic Surgery in Chelmsford.

He has successfully obtained the FRCS (Plastic Surgery) qualification and the Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) in Plastic Surgery. He is also listed on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery, recognising his specialist training and qualifications in the field.

His combination of reconstructive and cosmetic training allows him to provide comprehensive assessment and treatment tailored to individual patient needs.

Clinical approach and patient care

Mr Vaingankar is committed to providing high-quality, personalised care in a professional and supportive environment. He works closely with patients to understand their concerns, explain treatment options clearly, and develop individualised treatment plans.

His approach focuses on achieving the best possible outcomes while ensuring patients feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their treatment journey.

Private consultations

Mr Vaingankar sees self-pay and insured patients at:

  • Three Shires Hospital, Northampton
  • The Saxon Clinic, Milton Keynes
  • The Manor Hospital, Bedford

He holds weekly clinics at Three Shires Hospital in Northampton, where he provides consultations for patients seeking specialist plastic, reconstructive, hand, and cosmetic surgery advice and treatment.

Why patients choose Mr Vaingankar

Patients choose Mr Vaingankar for his extensive experience in plastic and cosmetic surgery, specialist fellowship training, and patient-focused approach to care. His expertise across reconstructive, hand, and cosmetic surgery allows him to provide comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's individual needs and goals.

Clinical Interests

Mr Vaingankar has specialist interests in:

  • Plastic surgery
  • Skin cancer treatment and reconstruction
  • Breast reconstruction
  • Hand surgery
  • Cosmetic surgery

He provides specialist assessment and treatment across these areas, drawing on many years of experience in both NHS and private practice.

Nitin Vaingankar Professional Memberships

  • British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)

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Languages spoken

English

GMC number

4391533
A General Medical Council (GMC) number is a unique ID that shows a specialist is officially registered and approved to practice medicine in the UK.

Qualifications

MBBS MS MCh(Plast) FRCS(Plast)

Professional memberships

  • British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)

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