The Department of Dermatology at Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute offers expert consultation in the fields of skin, hair and nail disorders. It provides diagnostic and therapeutic expertise in the treatment of leprosy and sexually transmitted diseases including the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). In addition to this consultation in Cosmetic Dermatology treatments such as chemical peels, Botox and fillers is also offered.

The Department is actively engaged in conducting research studies dedicated towards new outcomes for better patient treatment and care. Currently it is carrying out research in the newer therapeutic modalities of hair disorders especially male pattern baldness. Intensive holistic studies are also being carried out in the treatment of Atopic Dermatitis especially in the paediatric age group.

DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES

• Thorough Skin Analysis


• Dermatoscopic Examination


• Woods Lamp Examination


• Skin Biopsy – A simple out patient procedure to diagnose different skin conditions like drug rashes, infections, Psoriasis and Lichen Planus


• Hair Analysis


• Nail Analysis


• Slit Skin Smear Examination


• Fungal Scraping & Culture

THERAPEUTIC SERVICES

• Radio Frequency for skin conditions like warts, skin tags and Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra (DPN)


• Electro Cautery


• Extraction of milia


• Glycolic Peels for treatment of skin problems like pigmentation, acne, photo rejuvenation


• Salicylic Peels for treatment of acne


• Chemical Cauterization


• Treatment of warts, molluscum and xanthelasma


• Podophyllin Application


• Intralesional Injection


• Dermatohistopathology and Mycology


• Hair Transplantation