In this session of Beyond the Knife – Candid Conversations, I am privileged to host one of the most respected names in Indian Plastic Surgery — Dr. Arun Kumar Singh!

From his early days in the small town of Pilibhit, to leading one of the largest plastic surgery departments in the country and later serving as the Founding Vice-Chancellor of one of India’s premier medical universities 🎓, his journey is as inspiring as it is instructive.

In this insightful conversation , Dr. Singh talks about his remarkable path through clinical, academic, and administrative leadership, sharing lessons on managing large teams, handling differences and criticism, and bringing about meaningful change in complex institutional systems. He reflects on why few plastic surgeons venture into administrative leadership roles, how to navigate political and institutional pressures , and what young faculty can do to overcome resistance when introducing new ideas. Looking ahead, he also shares his thoughts on the future of plastic surgery in India 🇮🇳 and the evolving role of associations in shaping the specialty’s direction.

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build, lead, and sustain excellence , and how wisdom, humility, and vision shape a surgeon’s journey 🌱,  this Candid Conversations session will leave you enriched and inspired. ✨

So sit back, relax, and listen at your leisure  with your favourite cup of tea or coffee ☕, or while you travel 🚗✈️.

👉 Do stay tuned for the next session of Beyond the Knife – Candid Conversations with the “Skin Bank Man of India,” Dr. Sunil Keswani ,  a pioneer in burn care and the driving force behind the establishment of skin banks across India.