Kavitha L. Ranganathan
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan

Plastic Surgery
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
45 Francis Street, Asb2-2, 
Boston, MA 

Expertise in
4
conditions
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Brigham And Women's Hospital, Division Of Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
45 Francis Street, Asb2-2, 
Boston, MA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

Dr. Kavitha Ranganathan is a staff surgeon in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Director of Craniofacial Reconstruction. She specializes in craniofacial surgery and general reconstructive plastic surgery.  Dr. Ranganathan is passionate about craniofacial reconstruction for: cancer, trauma, adult congenital anomalies, burn reconstruction, and transgender surgery.  Dr. Ranganathan’s personalized, patient-centered approach to care focuses on helping patients achieve their personal goals and approach their lives in the best way possible moving forward.  She actively collaborates with providers from multiple disciplines throughout the hospital to achieve the best possible outcomes for her patients. Her research focuses on increasing access to care in resource-limited environments and addressing the burden of catastrophic expenditures in low- and middle-income countries.

Dr. Ranganathan is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bifid Nose, Cleft Lip and Palate, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Metopic Ridge, and Tenotomy.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 121 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine, 2007 - 2011
Residency
University of Michigan Medical School, 2011 - 2019
Specialties
Plastic Surgery
Licenses
Plastic Surgery in MD
Board Certifications
Plastic Surgery
Fellowships
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2019 - 2020
Hospital Affiliations
Brigham And Women's Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
View 8 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
45 Francis Street, Asb2-2, Boston, MA 02115
Call: 617-732-5282
Other Locations
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115
Call: 617-732-5282

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


121 Total Publications

High-Pressure Injection Injuries to the Face: An Unusual Case, Review of the Literature, and Proposed Management Algorithm.
High-Pressure Injection Injuries to the Face: An Unusual Case, Review of the Literature, and Proposed Management Algorithm.
Journal: Cureus
Published: June 26, 2025
View All 121 Publications
Similar Doctors
Expertise in
20
conditions
Dr. Gary Rogers
Plastic Surgery | Pediatrics
Expertise in
20
conditions
Dr. Gary Rogers
Plastic Surgery | Pediatrics
300 Longwood Ave, Childrens Hospital Division Of Plastic Surgery, 
Boston, MA 
 (0.1 miles away)
617-355-8509
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances

Gary Rogers is a Plastic Surgeon and a Pediatrics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rogers is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniectomy, and Bone Graft.

Expertise in
30
conditions
Dr. John G. Meara
Plastic Surgery
Expertise in
30
conditions
Dr. John G. Meara
Plastic Surgery
300 Longwood Ave, Hu-158, 
Boston, MA 
 (0.1 miles away)
617-355-7384
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients

John Meara is a Plastic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Meara is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Cleft Lip and Palate, Craniectomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Meara is currently accepting new patients.

Dhruv Singhal
Expertise in
11
conditions
Dr. Dhruv Singhal
Plastic Surgery
Expertise in
11
conditions
Dr. Dhruv Singhal
Plastic Surgery

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

330 Brookline Avenue, Scg 03, 
Boston, MA 
 (0.3 miles away)
617-632-7827
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Dhruv Singhal is a Plastic Surgeon in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Singhal is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lymphedema, Milroy Disease, Meige Disease, Fasciotomy, and Mastectomy.

VIEW MORE Plastic Surgeons

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Ranganathan's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    • Distinguished
    • Tenotomy
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Distinguished
      . Learn about Tenotomy.
      See more Tenotomy experts
    • Advanced
    • Autosomal Cleft Palate
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Autosomal Cleft Palate.
      See more Autosomal Cleft Palate experts
    • Bifid Nose
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Bifid Nose.
      See more Bifid Nose experts
    • Cleft Lip and Palate
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Advanced
      . Learn about Cleft Lip and Palate.
      See more Cleft Lip and Palate experts
    • Experienced
    • Craniosynostosis
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Craniosynostosis.
      See more Craniosynostosis experts
    • Keloids
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Keloids.
      See more Keloids experts
    • Metopic Ridge
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Metopic Ridge.
      See more Metopic Ridge experts
    • Microtia
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Microtia.
      See more Microtia experts
    • Plagiocephaly
      Dr. Ranganathan is
      Experienced
      . Learn about Plagiocephaly.
      See more Plagiocephaly experts
    Want to save this doctor for later?
    Sign Up
    Is this your doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
     
     
     
     
    Learn about our expert tiers
    Learn More
    Are you the provider on this profile?
    Claim Profile
    1. Homepage
    2. Plastic Surgeons Boston, MA
    3. Dr. Kavitha L. Ranganathan
    For Patients
    • Our Story
    • How MediFind Works
    • Conditions A-Z
    • Doctor Directory
    • Symptoms Directory
    • Procedures Directory
    • Treatment Directory
    • Drug Directory
    • Infusion Center Finder
    • FAQ
    • Contact Us
    For Providers and Practices
    • Claim Your Profile
    • Newsroom
    Business Solutions
    • Provider
    • Network Solutions
    Additional Resources
    • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Advertising Policy
    • Content Policy
    Subscribe to our newsletter

    Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

    Close

      By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

      Bullet PinMediFind
      Follow us on
      This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
      © 2026 All Rights Reserved

      Request an Appointment

      If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

      MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

      Patient Details

      This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

        Close

        Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

        Insurance Details

        Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

        Insurance Provider *
        Insurance ProviderClose

        Appointments Details

        Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                0 / 1000
                0 / 1000
                By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.