Specialization

Overview

The Dermatology Department specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of disorders related to the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. As the primary interface between internal health and external appearance, dermatological care addresses both medical and aesthetic concerns, ensuring early detection of systemic diseases, infections, and malignancies manifesting through the skin. Core Functions Clinical Dermatology: Management of common and complex skin conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and urticaria. Infectious Dermatology: Diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic skin infections. Cosmetic Dermatology: Non-invasive procedures aimed at skin rejuvenation, pigmentation correction, scar management, and aesthetic enhancement. Dermato-surgery: Minor surgical interventions such as mole excision, cyst removal, cryotherapy, and skin biopsies. Oncodermatology: Early detection and management of skin cancers, precancerous lesions, and skin manifestations of internal malignancies. Key Services Offered Diagnosis and treatment of chronic skin conditions (e.g., vitiligo, alopecia, lichen planus) Skin allergy testing and immunotherapy Phototherapy (PUVA, Narrowband UVB) for psoriasis and vitiligo Acne scar management (chemical peels, microneedling, PRP therapy) Wart, corn, and mole removal Dermatosurgery for benign and malignant lesions STD and STI screening and dermatological management Counseling for psychodermatological conditions (e.g., trichotillomania, body dysmorphic disorders).