Doctor’s story

About Dr. Norayr Atanesovich

Dr. Mikayelyan is one of the leading maxillofacial surgeons in the CIS. His practice combines aesthetic surgery, world-class reconstruction, and a serious clinical background in difficult cases.

The doctor’s full name is Norayr Mikayelyan. “Atanesovich” is the recognizable patronymic used in his professional name and brand; his family name is Mikayelyan.

International recognition
The sequence of international appearances is Dubai, then Yerevan, then Singapore. London remains an upcoming confirmed invitation.
Artsakh · 2020
Field hospital work, more than 2,300 lives saved, and surgical experience under extreme pressure.
Complex reconstructions
3D facial skeleton reconstruction, revision cases, and multi-stage operations lasting up to 18 hours.
Timeline
BAOMS 2026 · Белфаст
2026 · Белфаст
BAOMS 2026 · Belfast
Invited speaker at the BAOMS Annual Scientific Meeting. 24–26 June 2026, International Convention Centre (ICC), Belfast.
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iATOMS 2026 · Дублин
2026 · Дублин
iATOMS 2026 · Dublin
Oral presentation on patient-specific reconstruction of post-traumatic maxillofacial defects at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
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Recognition

Publications and professional mentions

Media17.03.2023
Sputnik Армения

Complex facial reconstruction for a 44-day war veteran

A feature on Norayr Mikayelyan’s nine-hour operation, replacing the previous implant with three titanium constructs and reconstructing the orbit, cheekbone, and anterior wall of the maxillary sinus.

Official program24–25.05.2024
PARCS 2024

PARCS 2024 Vice President and keynote speaker

The official program lists Dr. Mikayelyan as conference Vice President, keynote speaker on “Our experience in 3D reconstructions,” and co-chair of the cranio-maxillofacial surgery session.

TV feature
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Armenia’s leading position in plastic and aesthetic surgery

A Lurer TV feature on the development of plastic and aesthetic surgery in Armenia, featuring Dr. Norayr Mikayelyan.

TV program
Shoghakat TV

“The Doctors”: Norayr Mikayelyan and Sargis Manukyan

The surgeons discuss their work in Artsakh during the first days of the 44-day war, the challenges they faced, and their return to civilian surgical practice.

TV feature
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Armenian specialists restored a patient’s smile from the ground up

A Lurer feature on the complex treatment of a patient from Kazakhstan and the restoration of maxillofacial function and appearance.

Publication
Facebook

A publication featuring Dr. Norayr Mikayelyan’s work

A public Facebook post about the doctor’s professional work. The link opens the original publication.

Video
Facebook Video

Video featuring Dr. Norayr Mikayelyan

A public Facebook video featuring the doctor. The link opens the original publication.

TV feature
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A fight for life: the officer returned to duty

A Lurer report on a serviceman’s recovery after severe injury and the work of the maxillofacial surgical team.

Interview
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Norayr Mikayelyan on Armenia’s First Channel

An Armenian First Channel interview with Dr. Norayr Mikayelyan about his professional work.