Dr. Poojitha Ramesh Specialist Dermatologist with approximately 8 years of clinical experience across Dermatology and Cosmetology, spanning postgraduate specialist training and clinical practice in India and the United Arab Emirates. Having completed an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology at JSS Medical College, Mysore, subsequent practice includes roles as a Consultant Dermatologist in India and as a Specialist Dermatologist in Dubai.
Clinical experience encompasses general and complex dermatology, dermatosurgery, procedural dermatology, laser, and cosmetic dermatology. Procedural experience spans skin and nail biopsy, nail avulsion, radiofrequency cautery, skin grafting, chemical peels, laser procedures, PRP, GFC, mesotherapy, botulinum toxin, and skin boosters.
Additionally, actively involved in dermatology research, academic presentations, conferences, and professional workshops, with particular exposure to dermoscopy, trichoscopy, contact dermatitis, and clinical dermatology.
Areas of Expertise:
General & Medical Dermatology
- Clinical assessment and management of dermatological disorders (Inpatient & Outpatient)
- Chronic inflammatory and autoimmune skin disorders
- Pigmentary disorders
- Hair and scalp disorders
- Nail disorders
- Contact dermatitis
- Clinical dermatology assessment and follow-up
Procedural Dermatology
- Skin biopsy
- Nail biopsy
- Nail avulsion
- Radiofrequency cautery
- Skin grafting
- Chemical peeling
Laser & Aesthetic Dermatology
- Laser treatment for hair disorders
- Laser treatment for pigmentation
- Tattoo removal
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Growth Factor Concentrate (GFC)
- Mesotherapy
- Botulinum toxin
- Skin boosters
Technical Skills:
- Clinical Dermatology
- Procedural Dermatology
- Dermatosurgery
- Dermoscopy
- Trichoscopy
- Cosmetic Dermatology
- Laser Dermatology
- Hair & Scalp Disorders
- Nail Disorders
- Skin Biopsy
- Nail Biopsy
- Nail Avulsion
- Radiofrequency Cautery
- Chemical Peels
- Skin Grafting
- PRP
- GFC
- Mesotherapy
- Botulinum Toxin
- Skin Boosters
Achievements & Career Highlights
- IADVL Research Grant (2018): Awarded for postgraduate thesis research.
- SARCD 2019 Scholarship: Received a scholarship of INR 30,000 to attend the XI South Asian Regional Conference of Dermatologists in Pokhara, Nepal.
- Consolation Prize – CODFI 10th Annual Conference: Awarded for the paper presentation “Cosmetic Contact Sensitivity – A Cause of Acquired Facial Melanosis – Analysis by Patch Test”.
- Poster Presentation – SARCD 2019 (Pokhara, Nepal): Presented “Impact of Chronic Urticaria on Quality of Life of Patients and its Association with Depressive Symptoms”.
- Award Paper Presentation – Cuticon-KN 2020: Presented “Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis – A Dermatologist’s Dilemma”.
- Poster Presentation – RSF 5th Annual Conference (Mumbai, India): Presented “Trichoscopic Features of Alopecia Areata”.
Conferences & Workshops
- Dermoscopy & Trichoscopy Training:
- Workshop in Dermoscopy and Trichoscopy, RSF 5th Annual Conference and Workshop, Mumbai
- Dermoscopy Workshop, JSS Hospital, Mysore (2018)
- DermatoKotescopia – Dermoscopy Workshop, Bagalkot (2018)
- Dermoscopy and Trichoscopy Workshop, RSF Annual Conference
- Cosmetology & Procedural Training:
- 20-Day Intensive Training in Cosmetology, Laser & Dermatosurgery, S.P. Derma, Madurai
Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Clinical Communication
- Multidisciplinary Team Engagement: Presented complex clinical cases to multidisciplinary teams and actively participated in diagnostic and therapeutic discussions.
- Patient Care & Consultation: Conducted thorough clinical assessments, gathered detailed medical histories, and evaluated presenting symptoms to build tailored treatment plans.
- Counseling & Education: Provided clear treatment recommendations and comprehensive patient counseling to support treatment adherence and care outcomes.
Countries with medical licenses:
Total years of clinical experience: 5 years
Total years of experience in UAE: 1.5 years
Language spoken:
- English
- Hindi
- Tamil
- Kannada
- Malayalam
- Telugu (Basic)
