Dermatology Department

Overview

🧴 "Where Skin Speaks, We Listen with Science and Sensitivity"

The Department of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy (DVL) addresses both the art and science of surface medicine, reflecting internal health through the skin. Combining clinical acumen with cosmetic innovation, we provide hi-tech holistic care with a human touch and empathy.

Vision

To emerge as a centre of excellence in clinical dermatology, academic dermatologic education, and dermato-surgical innovations with a patient-first approach.

Mission

To provide compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based dermatologic care to all age groups.
To integrate national programs such as NACO and NLEP into routine clinical care.
To foster a culture of academic excellence in UG/PG teaching, research, and community outreach.
To promote ethical and safe practices in aesthetic dermatology and laser interventions.
To offer patient-centric counseling services for psychosocial, psychosexual, and chronic skin disorders.

Department Overview

Referral Expertise: Management of a wide spectrum of dermatological, venereal, and leprosy-related disorders.
Program Integration: Active contribution to:
- National AIDS Control Programme (NACO)
- National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP)
Cosmetic Dermatology: Dedicated clinics for surgical and laser-based skin treatments, including aesthetic procedures.
Services: Comprehensive outpatient dermatologic services with emphasis on accurate diagnosis and care.

Faculty

Professor

Dr. B. Udaya Kumar, MD

Dr. Veeresh, MD

Associate Professors

Senior Faculty

Dr. Subramanya Swamy M, MD

Dr. M Nagasayana Rao, MD

Assistant Professors

Teaching Team

Dr. N. Harish Kumar Reddy, MD

Dr. D. Indira Reddy, MD

Senior Residents

Residents

Dr. K. Ramya, MD

Dr. Vaibhav Reddy I V N,MD

Dr. S Poojitha,MD

Jr. Residents

Academic Staff

Dr. Nagallapati Leelavathi, MBBS

Dr. Bandi Niharika Reddy, MBBS

Dr. I. Vihitha Sai Lalitha, MBBS

Dr. Deshavath Naga Jyothi Bai,MBBS

Dr. Neerugattu Sai Ramyatha, MBBS

Dr. Raja Pranavi, MBBS

Dr. G Charitha,MBBS

Dr. Kuncha Likhitha,MBBS

Dr. Parvathareddy Sujith Reddy,MBBS

Facilities

Clinical Services

Daily general OPD services for male, female, and pediatric patients.
Specialty Clinics (12:00 – 1:00 PM):
- Monday – Pigmentary Disorders & Vitiligo
- Tuesday – STD & Psychosexual Counseling
- Wednesday – Hansen’s (Leprosy) Clinic
- Thursday – Vesiculobullous Disorders
- Friday – Psoriasis Clinic
- Saturday – Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disorders
- Pediatric Dermatology – All Days
24/7 emergency care for dermatological emergencies like drug reactions, pemphigus, angioedema, and erythroderma.

Aesthetic & Surgical Dermatology

Chemical Peels, Microdermabrasion, Carbon Peels
PICO Laser, Fractional CO₂ Laser, Diode Laser
PRP, Dermaroller, Subcision for Acne Scars
Vitiligo Grafting, Keloid Therapy (Cryo/Bleomycin)
Counseling for phobias and psychosexual disorders

Academic & Research Activities

Postgraduate MD (DVL) teaching: 2 PM – 4 PM daily
Undergraduate theory & clinics as per curriculum
Regular CPC, mortality meetings, CME programs, workshops, and webinars

Infrastructure

OPDs: Separate male/female clinics + rotating specialty clinics
Wards: 20-bed male/female wards; 4 ICU beds
Academic: Seminar hall, library with 85+ books & 20+ journals

Advanced Equipment

Lasers & Devices	Quantity
Fractional CO₂ Laser	1
Pico Laser	1
Diode Laser (Hair Reduction)	1
NBUVB Phototherapy Unit	1
Cryotherapy Units	2
Dermascope / Wood’s Lamp	1 each

Services

Specialty Clinics

Dedicated outpatient services for comprehensive dermatological care.

Advanced Treatments

Vitiligo: Mini-pulse therapy, phototherapy, grafting.
Alopecia: PRP, dermabrasion, steroid injections.
Acne Scars: CO₂ laser, chemical peels.
Psoriasis: NBUVB phototherapy.
Tattoo Removal: Pico Laser.

Emergency Care

24/7 management for:

Severe drug reactions
Erythroderma/Pemphigus
Acute urticaria/angioedema

Academic & Research

Daily: PG lectures, case discussions
Weekly: Journal clubs, workshops
Community: Health awareness activities

Infrastructure & Equipment

Separate male/female OPD rooms
20-bed male & female wards
4-bed ICU support
CO₂, Diode & Pico Lasers
Microdermabrasion Unit
Phototherapy (UVA, NBUVB, Focal)
Cryogun & Cryostorage
Ionotophoresis, RF Cautery
Wood’s Lamp, Dermascope
Vitiligo/Nail Biopsy Instruments
Manual Dermabraders, Centrifuge