Sir Harold Gillies

Sir Harold Gillies was a pioneering New Zealand-born surgeon known as the father of modern facial plastic surgery. During World War I, he developed innovative techniques to repair severe facial injuries, helping countless soldiers regain their appearance and function. His work involved reconstructing noses, jaws, and other facial features using groundbreaking surgical methods. Gillies's contributions transformed reconstructive surgery and laid the foundation for future advancements in facial and cosmetic procedures, improving the lives of many patients with disfigurements.