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Dr. Subramania Iyer
Senior Consultant Specialist
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi• View Hospital- Department
- Robotic & Laser Surgery
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MS, MCh (Plastic Surgery)
- Experience
- 40+ Years
- Hospital
- Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Subramania Iyer
Dr. Subramania Iyer is Professor and Chairman of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery & Oncology, and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, with over 40 years of experience and 40,000+ major surgical procedures to his credit, including 6,000+ free flap surgeries. His core specialities include head and neck cancer surgery, microvascular reconstruction, and laryngeal reinnervation, and he pioneered India's first hand transplants while leading the world's largest composite tissue allotransplantation programme. He treats complex oral, head, and neck cancers using laser and robotic techniques, and established Amrita's Head & Neck Surgery centre in 2003, the first in India. Dr. Iyer completed his MBBS at Medical College Kottayam, his MS at AIIMS New Delhi, and his MCh in Plastic Surgery at the University of Calicut, with five years of further training in the UK. He was honoured with the IMA Kerala Professional Excellence Award 2026.
Education & Qualifications
Clinical Career Timeline
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Languages Spoken
Treatments Performed
Cancer Care/ Surgical Oncology Procedures & Surgeries6 Procedures
Clinical Specializations & Areas of Focus1 Procedures
Practices At
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Amrita Institute of medical sciences and research centre Ponekkara, P.O.Kochi, Kerala ??? 682041, India.
What to Expect: Cancer Care/ Surgical Oncology at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi Package | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robotic Radical Prostatectomy / Hysterectomy | $55,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,200 in India | 84% Less |
| Modified Radical Mastectomy with Reconstruction | $38,000 US/UK | $4,500 – $6,800 in India | 84% Less |
| CyberKnife / Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Complete) | $42,000 US/UK | $5,500 – $7,500 in India | 83% Less |
| Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy) | $80,000 US/UK | $8,500 – $12,000 in India | 86% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews (2)
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Subramania Iyer provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What is Dr. Subramania Iyer known for?
Ans: He is known for pioneering India's first hand transplants and leading the world's largest composite tissue allotransplantation programme, alongside extensive head and neck cancer surgery expertise.
2Q: How many surgeries has Dr. Iyer performed?
Ans: He has performed over 40,000 major surgical procedures, including 6,000+ free flap surgeries.
3Q: What did Dr. Iyer establish at Amrita?
Ans: He established Amrita's comprehensive Head & Neck Surgery centre in 2003, the first of its kind in India, and its structured MCh training programme in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology.
4Q: What recent recognition has Dr. Iyer received?
Ans: He received the IMA Kerala Professional Excellence Award in 2026.