Dermatology

Department of Dermatology & Cosmetology at Amrita Hospital, Kochi specialises in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disorders of the skin using a holistic approach and expert care. The department offers procedures and services, both investigative and curative, pertaining to general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, venereology and leprosy.  

Phone: 0484 - 6688590, 0484 - 2858590 
Email: [email protected] 

Comprehensive consultation and treatment are provided for both outpatients and inpatients covering all dermatological conditions including: 

• General Dermatology 
• Cosmetology 
• Sexually transmissible diseases 
• Leprosy 
• Vitiligo 
• Psoriasis 
• Immunobullous diseases 

• Expertise 
  Our department is staffed with a team of well-qualified and skilled dermatologists who are leaders in their field. They bring years of experience and expertise to ensure the highest quality of care for our patients. 
•  Comprehensive Services 
  We offer a wide range of procedures and services, both investigative and curative, covering general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, venereology, and leprosy. From routine consultations to specialized treatments for conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and sexually transmitted diseases, we provide comprehensive care under one roof. 
•  State-of-the-Art Facilities 
  Our department is equipped with the latest technology and equipment to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. We utilize advanced techniques that cause minimal scarring, ensuring our patients achieve healthy and glowing skin with optimal results. 

• Comprehensive and specialized Dermatology & Cosmetology care.
• A dedicated team of specialists to diagnose, treat and prevent all types of skin diseases and disorders
• Holistic care through clinical expertise, personalised treatment and compassionate support
• Patient-centred treatment plans tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient
• Prioritising your comfort and confidence on your journey to healthier skin

• Acne Scars and Treatments  
  Acne scars can be an unfair reminder of the past. Thanks to advances in aesthetic medicine that you don’t have to live with acne scarring.   
• Anti-aging solutions  
  Skin rejuvenation with cosmetic lasers can be one of your greatest tools in the battle against aging. Let’s look at a few of the signs of aging that can make us appear older than we feel:  
  • Fine Lines and Wrinkles– Perhaps the biggest sign of aging. Fine lines and wrinkles can be caused by environmental factors, lifestyle choices such as smoking, sun exposure or even a genetic predisposition.  
  • Scarring – The acne of days gone by can leave skin pocked or deeply scarred. The scars can last a lifetime and become a source of displeasure with one’s appearance.  
  • Rough and or Uneven Texture – Remember the taut skin and even tone of your youth? The layers of skin can degrade due to many reasons, including the passing of time.  
• Laser Hair Removal  
  Laser Hair Removal treatment, offered can now liberate you from daily shaving and tedious plucking. With light sheer We use the latest triple wavelength technology. This facility is available at cosmetology clinic at Amrita Hospital, Kochi and it is the world’s best laser for hair removal.   

The Department of Dermatology & Cosmetology at Amrita Hospital, Kochi, is centered around providing patient-centered care with a focus on excellence, compassion, and innovation. We believe in empowering our patients with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions about their skin health. 

Our holistic approach emphasizes not only treating skin conditions but also addressing underlying causes and promoting overall well-being. We are committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in dermatology to ensure our patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available. 

• Phototherapy Unit 
  Phototherapy is the use of light to treat psoriasis, vitiligo, and other skin disorders. In treatments, the skin is exposed to a special type of light which comes from a medical device commonly referred to as a phototherapy unit. 
• Radiofrequency Surgery Unit 
  It is an office-based procedure, performed under local anesthesia, with minimal complications. It has the advantage of having both cut and coagulation modes of operation, making the surgery easy and fast. It is an effective and cheaper tool in the treatment of various skin conditions such as dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN), skin tags, cherry angiomas, syringomas, seborrheic keratosis, mole removal etc. 
• Electro Cautery  
  Electrosurgery is a technique often used in dermatologic surgery to provide superficial or deep coagulation or cutting of the skin. Common dermatologic indications for a superficial skin ablation include acrochordons, actinic keratosis, small angiomas, epidermal nevus, seborrheic keratosis, verruca plana, or hemostasis for capillary bleeding. Electrocoagulation or deep skin ablation can be used to treat angiofibromas, basal cell carcinoma, Bowen’s disease, squamous cell carcinoma, ingrown toenail matrixectomy, sebaceous hyperplasia, hemostasis from arterial bleeding, benign adnexal tumors (syringoma, trichoepithelioma), or verruca vulgaris. 
• Woods lamp 
  A Wood's lamp examination is a procedure that uses transillumination (light) to detect bacterial or fungal skin infections. It also can detect skin pigment disorders such as vitiligo and other skin irregularities. 
• Iontophoresis  
  In iontophoresis, the device uses mild electrical currents to deliver medication across biological membranes, while the affected body part is submerged in water. The main use of iontophoresis is to treat focal areas of excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), particularly on the palms or soles. 
• Chemical Peel  
  A peel removes several layers of sun-damaged skin cells, leaving fresh skin which has a more even surface and colour. It may stimulate new collagen to be formed improving the skin texture. Your dermatologist may recommend different concentrations of chemical peels and multiple sessions after three to four weeks, depending on your skin type and the severity of your condition.  We offer a wide variety of advanced chemical peel formulations such as glycolic acid, salicylic + mandelic acid peels, black peel, yellow peel and so on. 
• ND Yag Laser Machine  
  The neodymium:yttrium-aluminium-garnet-(Nd:YAG) laser is one of the most versatile and interesting lasers in dermatological laser medicine. Almost no other laser has such a wide spectrum of application. Depending on wave length (1064 nm, frequency-doubled 532 nm) and mode (continuous, Q-switched, long-pulsed), benign pigmented lesions (tattoos, traumatic tattoos, naevus of Ota, cafe-au-lait-macules, lentigines, melasma) and vascular lesions (hemangiomas, portwine stains, essential teleangiectasias, angiomas) can be treated. 
• Carbon dioxide laser machine 
  Carbon dioxide laser treatment is an effective means of alleviating photo-aging and mild scarring and of removing solitary cutaneous lesions. Some indications include Actinic and seborrheic keratosis, warts, moles, skin tags, epidermal and dermal nevi and xanthelasma. Treatment of scarring from acne, trauma, or surgical procedures can be achieved effectively with CO2 laser resurfacing as well. 
• Laser Hair Removal 
  We offer 2 options for laser hair removal – the Soprano ICE Platinum laser, featuring trio clustered diode technology, and the diode laser hair removal. The Soprano ICE Platinum laser combines 3 laser wavelengths into a single innovative handpiece, simultaneously targeting different tissue depths as well as anatomical structures within the hair follicle.  As it is virtually painless, has a proven safety record, and can be used for all skin types, even tanned skin, it is one of the safest and most comprehensive hair removal treatments available today. 
• Micro Dermabrassion Machine 
  Microdermabrasion is a simple, quick, and painless cosmetic treatment with no downtime and minimal risk. It helps to gently exfoliate surface layers of skin using abrasion and suction. It uses fine crystals or minutes diamond-studded tips to abrade the skin and vacuum suction to remove dead skin cells.  
• Micro Needling Radio Frequency (MNRF) 
  Micro needling radio frequency (MNRF) is a procedure that uses small needles to prick the skin and generates heat to generate new collagen and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin. It is mostly used on the face and may treat various scars, wrinkles, and large pores. It is also a valuable modality for tightening and contouring mild-to-moderate facial skin laxity. 
• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) 
  Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is an advanced method for treating patterned hair loss, hair thinning or receding hairline and boosts the natural hair regrowth. Based on the degree of hair thinning and hair loss, your dermatologist will decide the number of PRP sessions you require; maintenance sessions if any; along with the necessary medical treatment in the form of topical applicants and oral medications, etc. Apart from stimulating hair regrowth, PRP is also used in Hair restoration skin rejuvenation, acne scars, dermal augmentation and stretch marks. 
• Hydrafacial 
  Hydrafacial is a non-invasive, transformative skin health treatment which uses patented technology to deeply cleanse, extract and hydrate the skin and can be customized further with personalized boosters to address specific skin concerns. It addresses open pores for a deep cleanse and easy extraction of impurities and dead skin cells. It helps cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate the skin in just 60 minutes with immediate results, pain-free and glowing, boosting confidence with no downtime. 
• Botox Injection 
  Botox is a brand name for botulinum toxin, an extract obtained by fermentation of a bacterium called Clostridium botulinum found in the soil. This advanced minimally-invasive injection performed by expert dermatologists are aimed to reduce the appearance of facial creases, fine lines and wrinkles and address signs of ageing. 
• Dermal Fillers 
  Dermal fillers are substances used in soft tissue augmentation to enhance or replace volume that is lost in any part of the skin or subcutaneous fat. Fillers treatment can reverse or minimize ageing issues like facial hollows, saggy skin, wrinkles, smile lines and folds. If you want to minimize depressed scars or opt for lip and cheek augmentation, fillers are a popular choice. 

Cosmetology Clinic 

• The Cosmetology Clinic has been functional since 7th November 2011 and is offering a variety of therapies ranging from Laser hair removal, Anti-ageing solution, Skin rejuvenation, Scar revision, Mole excision and a variety of other therapies.  
• These facilities make our Cosmetology Clinic a provider of the best state of art facilities for aesthetics under one roof. 

• Acne Scars and Treatment  
  Acne scars can be an unfair reminder of the past. Not so long ago, someone with acne scaring had few options or hope for better looking skin. This was true even for light or moderate scaring. Thanks to advances in aesthetic medicine, times have changed. We offer MNRF, Co2 fractional laser, PRP treatment.  
• Anti-aging Solutions 
  Skin rejuvenation with cosmetic lasers can be one of the greatest tools in the battle against aging. Let's look at a few of the signs of aging that can make us appear older than we feel: 
• Fine Lines and Wrinkles 
  Perhaps the biggest sign of aging, fine lines and wrinkles can be caused by environmental factors, lifestyle choices such as smoking, sun exposure or even a genetic predisposition. 
• Scarring 
  The acne of days gone by can leave skin pocked or deeply scarred. The scars can last a lifetime and become a source of displeasure with one's appearance 
• Rough/Uneven Texture 
  Remember the taut skin and even tone of youth? The layers of skin can degrade due to many reasons, including the passing of time.  
• Laser Hair Removal 
  Laser Hair Removal treatment can now liberate us from daily shaving and tedious plucking. This facility is available at the cosmetology clinic at Amrita and is the world’s best laser for hair removal.