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The Minister of Health and Wellness, Anil Kumar Bachoo, met with Indian specialists at Victoria Hospital to enhance surgical care for patients with complex craniofacial and orthodontic conditions. The specialists are on a medical mission from February 9 to 14, 2026, providing specialized surgeries and consultations to improve patient outcomes in Mauritius.
Africa-Press – Mauritius. The Minister of Health and Wellness, Mr Anil Kumar Bachoo, met this morning with renowned specialists from India, Director of Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital, Chennai, Professor Balaji Subramoniam Muthiah, and the Head of Orthodontics at SRM Kattankulathur Dental College, India, Professor Deepak Chandrasekharan, during a site visit effected this morning at the Burns Unit of the Victoria Hospital.
The two specialists are on an official medical mission in Mauritius from 09 to 14 February 2026.
The aim of the visit is to provide specialised surgical care to patients with complex craniofacial, maxillofacial and orthodontic conditions at Victoria Hospital.
Professor Subramoniam is performing complex maxillofacial and reconstructive surgeries, reviewing cases operated on during his previous visit and examining cases listed for secondary surgeries, deformity corrections and reconstructions while Professor Chandrasekharan is reviewing orthodontic cases and attending to new patients.
It is to be noted that left lip and cleft palate patients are being treated at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, with support from a multidisciplinary cleft team comprising Plastic Surgeons, Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Paediatricians and Speech Therapists.
On 09 February 2026, about 60 patients were screened and 10 patients are scheduled to undergo surgery during this visit.
Complex mandibular tumours are also being addressed in collaboration with the Departments of Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgery.
The Minister expressed his gratitude to Professor Subramoniam for his visits, ongoing support and surgical expertise in complex craniofacial deformities, which continue to benefit Mauritian patients across the maxillofacial and plastic surgery departments.
Mauritius has been enhancing its healthcare services through international collaborations, particularly in specialized fields such as craniofacial and maxillofacial surgery. The involvement of Indian specialists reflects a growing trend of medical missions aimed at addressing complex health issues in the region. These initiatives not only provide immediate care but also build local capacity through knowledge transfer and training for local healthcare professionals. Such partnerships are crucial for improving healthcare access and quality in Mauritius, especially for patients with intricate medical needs.
