weather_iconDublin | 13.44 °C | AQI 25
Monday, 23 December, 2024

---Advertisement---

Trending

Madhya Pradesh’s City Emerges As Second Hub For Gender Transition Surgeries In India

In a notable trend reflecting societal changes, a city in central India has emerged as a hub for diverse surgical procedures, including a significant rise in gender change surgeries. Over five years, the city has seen a tenfold increase in cosmetic procedures, popular among youth aged 17 to 22 seeking enhancements like facelifts and jaw-line corrections.

Indore emerges as a hub for diverse surgeries, notably gender transitions, reflecting societal shifts and government-supported accessibility.
Indore emerges as a hub for diverse surgeries, notably gender transitions, reflecting societal shifts and government-supported accessibility.

In a significant trend reflecting evolving societal norms, Indore has become a hub for diverse surgical procedures, including a notable surge in gender change surgeries. Over the past five years, the city has witnessed a tenfold increase in cosmetic surgeries, appealing particularly to youth aged 17 to 22 seeking enhancements like facelifts, jaw-line corrections, and lip augmentations.

Reports highlight Indore’s prominence as the second city nationwide for such surgeries, drawing patients not only from across India but also from neighboring countries like Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. Government initiatives have further facilitated accessibility to gender change surgeries by integrating them into the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, previously categorized under cosmetic procedures.

---Advertisement---

The city boasts around 30 plastic surgeons specializing in various surgical interventions, providing comprehensive care within Indore itself. Dr. Sumit Jaiswal, a leading plastic and reconstructive aesthetic surgeon, notes the rising demand for gender change surgeries, with Indore conducting the majority of these procedures. Monthly, 30 to 35 individuals travel to Indore seeking gender transition services, reflecting a growing acceptance and accessibility facilitated by governmental support.

Also Read:World’s First City Where Non-Veg Food Is Illegal

---Advertisement---

Dr. Sachin Verma, head of the plastic surgery department at MYH Hospital, underscores the diversity of procedures offered locally, including dimple creation, gynecomastia treatments, and eyelid surgeries. Such interventions not only cater to aesthetic preferences but also address medical needs like cancer reconstructive surgeries, handled by a select few specialists in the city.

Dr. Mahendra Kumar Gupta from Bombay Hospital emphasizes the broader scope of plastic surgery, encompassing both reconstructive procedures for accident victims and aesthetic enhancements like rhinoplasty and liposuction. Indore’s healthcare infrastructure supports a broad spectrum of surgical services, meeting the diverse demands of its populace, particularly among younger and middle-aged demographics keen on enhancing their appearance.

Indore’s prominence as a center for advanced medical treatments underscores its growing role in facilitating transformative surgical interventions, making it a destination of choice for both local and international patients seeking specialized care.

Also Read:Watch: Mother Fixes Truck Tyre With Child On Her Back, Goes Viral

HISTORY

Written By

News24 Desk


Get Breaking News First and Latest Updates from India and around the world on News24. Follow News24 on Facebook, Twitter.

Related Story

Live News

---Advertisement---


live

Latest LIVE News Trending Today, Real Time Updates: Snowfall Blankets Shimla, Turns The Hill Town White

Dec 23, 2024
Latest LIVE News Trending Today, Real Time Updates
  • 15:07 (IST) 23 Dec 2024

    HP: Snowfall Blankets Shimla, Turns The Hill Town White

  • 13:45 (IST) 23 Dec 2024

    Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) Removes All Its National And Uttar Pradesh Spokespersons From Their Posts.

  • 07:36 (IST) 23 Dec 2024

    Gujarat: Tyrewala family Organizes Mass Marriage Ceremony For 26 couples

N24 Shorts Logo

SHORTS

Sports

Heinrich Klaasen’s Net Worth: IPL’s Highest Retained Star – Salary, Stats & Personal Life Revealed!

Heinrich Klaasen is a skillful cricketer known for his adeptness as a wicket-keeper and a swashbuckling batter. Let's see Klaasen's Net Worth, Salary, Stats, and More.

View All Shorts

---Advertisement---

Trending