Dr. Chennoufi Mehdi

Dr. Chennoufi Mehdi is a renowned Plastic Surgeon with over 25 years of expertise in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. He completed his medical degree in 1997 at the Faculty of Medicine in Tunis, Tunisia, and then specialized in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Mehdi’s career includes a significant role as a member of the surgical team that performed the second world face transplant at Henri Mondor Hospital in France in 2007 under the guidance of Professor Lantieri. This groundbreaking surgery put him at the forefront of reconstructive plastic surgery globally. Over the years, Dr. Mehdi has become a leading expert in facial reconstruction, hand surgery, and microsurgical techniques, offering cutting-edge solutions to patients in need of both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

Dr. Mehdi has been actively involved in research related to plastic and aesthetic surgery, particularly focusing on advances in facial reconstruction and microsurgery techniques. His research on burn reconstruction and trauma surgery has been published in reputable journals. Dr. Mehdi has also contributed to the development of new methods in hand surgery and the repair of complex injuries. His work continues to impact the field, and he remains engaged in ongoing studies and clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes in reconstructive surgery.

• Member, Tunisian Society of Aesthetic Surgery

• Member, National Council of the Order of Tunisian Physicians

• Member of the Surgical Team for the Second World Face Transplant (2007)

• Best Plastic Surgeon Award (2015) – Recognized for his contributions to the field of reconstructive surgery

• Lifetime Achievement Award in Plastic Surgery (2020) – Awarded for his pioneering work in reconstructive and aesthetic surgeries

Dr. Chennoufi Mehdi has made significant contributions to the fields of aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, particularly in facial reconstruction, hand surgery, and burn treatment. His research on facial transplantation has been groundbreaking, as he was a key member of the surgical team that performed the second world face transplant at Henri Mondor Hospital in 2007. This achievement placed him at the forefront of global reconstructive surgery. Throughout his career, Dr. Mehdi has also focused on the advancements in microsurgery and trauma surgery, publishing numerous research articles on the latest techniques and their applications in the field. His work has been widely cited and remains an important resource for both academic and clinical practices in plastic surgery. Dr. Mehdi continues to contribute to the development of innovative surgical solutions through his research, which has significantly advanced patient care in reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.