Introduction: Sushruta, hailed as the “Father of Plastic Surgery” emerges as a renowned figure for his treatise, “Sushruta Samhita”, an ancient text considered the oldest surgical reference. This presentation describes the life of Sushruta and his contributions to current plastic surgery practices. Findings: Living around 600 BCE in Kashi (now Varanasi), India, Sushruta penned the Sushruta Samhita, a comprehensive surgical text comprising 186 chapters covering 1100 illnesses, 120 surgical instruments and 300 surgical procedures. Sushruta's pioneering contributions to plastic surgery include techniques for effective wound debridement, templating wounds with a leaf to guide reconstruction, nasal and ear lobe reconstruction using cheek flaps, skin grafting and cleft lip repairs. He also described a four-tier burn injury classification system and wound dressings. Sushruta’s most notable contribution is the pedicled forehead flap which remains the stalwart for nasal reconstruction to this day. Sushruta's emphasis on surgical training is evident through his teachings at Benares University. He instituted a code of conduct for surgical students centuries before the Hippocratic oath, emphasising moral virtues. His teaching methods involved anatomy lessons through cadaveric dissection and practical training on inanimate objects, showcasing a foresight akin to modern simulation-based teaching. Conclusion: Sushruta's legacy transcends the centuries, depicting him not only as a skilled surgeon but as a relentless seeker of truth and innovation, undeterred by failure and humbled by success. This historical exploration celebrates Sushruta's unyielding spirit, depicting him as a trailblazer who forged paths where none existed.