PROFILE INTERNATIONAL

Trusted Plastic Surgery & Hair Transplant Care in India for International Patients

Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Serving international patients and NRIs since 2010

Profile Clinic has been welcoming patients from around the world since 2010. Over the years, the clinic has treated international patients from more than 80 countries, including a large number of Non-Resident Indians who choose to return to India for hair transplantation, cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

For many NRI patients, India offers more than medical treatment. There is a familiar connection with the culture, language, food and family environment, which can make the overall treatment and recovery experience more comfortable.

At Profile International, our aim is to make your complete treatment journey organised—from your first online consultation to your arrival in India, clinical assessment, surgery, recovery and follow-up after you return home.

Medical Tourism with a Personal Connection

Travelling to another country for surgery is an important decision.

Patients need more than just a procedure. They need clear communication, transparent information, an experienced surgical team, appropriate medical facilities, reliable local support and continuity of care.

This is the philosophy behind Profile International.

Over the years, Profile Clinic has developed experience in caring for international patients coming to India for:

• Hair transplantation
• Body contouring
• Rhinoplasty
• Gynecomastia surgery
• Liposuction
• Tummy tuck
• Breast cosmetic surgery
• Facial cosmetic surgery
• Corrective plastic surgery
• Other selected aesthetic and reconstructive procedures

Our international patient team helps coordinate the different stages of your journey so that you can focus on your treatment and recovery.

Why NRIs Choose Profile Clinic

A significant proportion of our international patients are Non-Resident Indians living abroad.

Many NRIs regularly visit India because of their family ties and cultural connection. When considering an elective surgical procedure, some prefer being treated in an environment where they are comfortable with:

• Language
• Food
• Culture
• Family support
• Communication with the medical team
• Recovery close to relatives and friends

Indian plastic surgeons are also internationally recognised for their training and extensive surgical exposure.

At Profile Clinic, our focus is on providing international patients with transparent, personalised and surgeon-led care.

Meet Your Surgeon

Dr. Vikas Gupta

MCh Plastic Surgery

Plastic, Cosmetic & Hair Transplant Surgeon

Dr. Vikas Gupta is a qualified plastic surgeon with a special interest in aesth

etic plastic surgery, body contouring and hair transplantation.

He has been treating Indian and international patients for many years and has

developed a patient base extending beyond India.

At Profile International, the emphasis is not on selling a standard procedure.

The first step is understanding the patient.

During assessment, Dr. Vikas Gupta and his team consider:

• Your main concern
• Your expectations
• Your anatomy
• Anatomical variations
• Medical history
• Previous procedures
• Existing medical conditions
• Current medications
• Lifestyle factors
• Surgical suitability
• Expected recovery
• Your travel schedule

Only after appropriate clinical assessment is a surgical plan finalised.

Transparent Treatment. Personalised Planning. Continued Care.

Our Main Areas of Expertise

Your Journey with Profile International

From Your Home Country to Ludhiana—and Back Home Again

We have developed an international patient pathway to make the process easier to understand and coordinate.

Contact Profile International

Your journey can begin from anywhere in the world.

Contact our international patient team through:

• WhatsApp
• Website enquiry form
• Phone
• Email
• Online consultation

Tell us:

• Your country
• Age
• Procedure of interest
• Main concern
• Previous treatment history
• Preferred travel period

Pre-Booking Online Medical Consultation

Before you travel to India, an online consultation can be arranged where clinically appropriate.

This allows our team to obtain preliminary information about your condition and treatment goals.

Depending on the procedure, we may request:

• Photographs
• Previous medical reports
• Previous surgical records
• Blood investigations
• Medication history
• Allergies
• Medical conditions
• Height and weight
• Smoking history
• Previous anaesthesia history

This preliminary assessment helps us advise you about the next steps before you finalise travel.

Personalised Treatment Assessment

Once your information is reviewed, you may receive guidance regarding:

• Possible treatment options
• Approximate procedure requirements
• Expected recovery
• Recommended length of stay
• Pre-operative investigations
• Hospital requirements
• Approximate treatment quotation

The final diagnosis and treatment plan are confirmed after physical examination in India.

Visa Assistance

Some international patients already hold a valid Indian visa or have their own travel arrangements.

In that situation, you can coordinate your treatment dates directly with our international patient team.

For patients who require support documentation relating to planned medical treatment, Profile International can provide appropriate medical documentation and guidance where applicable.

Our team can assist with:

• Treatment-related documentation
• Appointment confirmation
• Proposed treatment details
• Supporting medical correspondence where appropriate

Final visa approval remains entirely under the authority of the relevant government and immigration authorities.

Already Have Your Visa?

Simply send your proposed travel dates to our international patient coordinator.

Travel to India

Once your procedure dates are provisionally scheduled, our team can help you plan your arrival.

International patients commonly travel through:

Delhi

Indira Gandhi International Airport

Chandigarh

Chandigarh Airport

Amritsar

Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport

Depending on prior arrangements, airport pickup and onward transportation to Ludhiana can be coordinated from Delhi, Chandigarh or Amritsar.

Airport Pickup & Transfer to Ludhiana

Travelling after a long international flight can be tiring.

Where booked in advance, Profile International can coordinate transportation from your arrival airport to Ludhiana.

Our international patient team can assist in arranging:

• Airport pickup
• Private transfer
• Hotel transfer
• Clinic transfer
• Hospital transfer
• Return travel arrangements

Transportation arrangements and charges are confirmed before travel.

Accommodation in Ludhiana

Profile International can help international patients identify accommodation based on their treatment, budget and expected duration of stay.

We have experience coordinating with different accommodation options in Ludhiana.

Depending on your requirements, these may include:

Premium Hotels

For patients seeking greater comfort and hotel services.

Mid-Range Hotels

For patients requiring comfortable accommodation for a longer stay.

Serviced Accommodation

Suitable for selected patients travelling with relatives or planning a longer recovery period.

Whenever possible, accommodation should be selected with recovery needs in mind.

Important considerations may include:

• Distance from clinic or hospital
• Lift access
• Comfortable bed
• Attached bathroom
• Food availability
• Room service
• Accessibility
• Accommodation for an attendant
• Transportation availability

Pre-Operative Diagnostic Assessment

Surgery should not be planned on photographs alone.

After arrival, appropriate clinical evaluation and investigations are performed according to the planned procedure and individual medical requirements.

Profile International can coordinate with diagnostic facilities and hospitals for investigations where required.

These may include:

• Blood investigations
• ECG
• Chest imaging when indicated
• Specialist medical clearance when required
• Anaesthesia assessment
• Other procedure-specific investigations

The exact investigations depend on your age, medical history and proposed procedure.

In-Person Surgical Assessment

This is one of the most important stages of your treatment journey.

After you arrive in Ludhiana, the surgeon and clinical team perform an in-person examination.

During this assessment, we evaluate:

• Your anatomy
• Individual anatomical variations
• Tissue quality
• Skin characteristics
• Previous surgical scars
• Existing asymmetry
• Surgical goals
• Medical suitability
• Risks
• Expected benefits
• Limitations of surgery

The treatment plan may be modified after clinical examination if this is considered medically appropriate.

Your Final Surgical Plan Is Based on Clinical Judgement

Not simply on photographs or an online conversation.

Your Surgery

Once the assessment, investigations and informed-consent process are complete, the procedure is scheduled.

Depending on the type of surgery, treatment may be performed in an appropriately equipped procedure facility or operation theatre with the required medical and anaesthesia support.

For larger surgical procedures, hospital facilities are selected according to the requirements of the operation and the patient’s medical condition.

Our focus is on:

• Appropriate surgical planning
• Sterility protocols
• Anaesthesia safety
• Patient monitoring
• Surgical technique
• Recovery support
• Post-operative observation

Surgery Is Only One Part of Your Treatment

At Profile International, we believe that good surgical care does not end when the procedure finishes.

The recovery period is an equally important part of your treatment.

That is why our international patient pathway includes post-operative care, review and continued follow-up.

Post-Operative Care

After your procedure, you will receive instructions appropriate to your surgery.

These may include:

• Medication schedule
• Antibiotics where prescribed
• Pain-management instructions
• Wound care
• Dressing care
• Drain care where applicable
• Compression garments where required
• Sleeping position
• Bathing instructions
• Activity restrictions
• Diet advice where appropriate
• Warning signs that require medical attention

Follow-up appointments are scheduled according to the procedure.

Recovery in Ludhiana

Your surgeon will recommend how long you should remain locally before travelling internationally.

This depends on:

• Type of surgery
• Extent of procedure
• Anaesthesia
• Medical history
• Wound condition
• Mobility
• Risk of complications
• Duration of your return flight
• Individual recovery

Patients undergoing larger cosmetic procedures generally require more recovery time than patients undergoing smaller procedures or hair transplantation.

Do not schedule your return flight too early after surgery.

Final Review Before You Travel Home

Before international travel, a clinical review may be performed depending on your procedure and recovery.

The team may assess:

• Wounds
• Swelling
• Sutures
• Dressings
• Mobility
• Healing
• Medication
• Travel readiness

You will also receive guidance regarding ongoing care after you return home.

Follow-Up After You Return Home

Our Relationship Does Not End at the Airport

International patients may continue follow-up through:

• WhatsApp
• Clinical photographs
• Video consultation
• Scheduled online reviews

Depending on the procedure, follow-up may be recommended at different stages of recovery.

If an in-person medical assessment is required after you return home, you may also be advised to consult an appropriate local physician or surgeon.