Dr. Ramachandran R

Dr R Ramachandran is a highly experienced dermatologist and cosmetologist in Chennai with 16 years of experience in medical dermatology, paediatric dermatology, and aesthetic skin care.

He currently serves as a Visiting Consultant at Gleneagles Global Health City, Perumbakkam, and is also associated with Rainbow Children's Hospital, Guindy, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Sholinganallur, Kauvery Hospital, and LR Skin, Hair and Laser Clinic, Medavakkam.

If you are searching for the best dermatologist in Chennai or a trusted paediatric skin specialist in Perumbakkam, Dr R Ramachandran brings advanced clinical expertise in medical, paediatric, and aesthetic dermatology with specialised international training from Singapore and CMC Vellore.

He consults in English, Hindi, and Tamil.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Ramachandran specialises in comprehensive dermatology and cosmetology, with particular expertise in medical, paediatric, and procedural dermatology.

Medical Dermatology

• Psoriasis
• Vitiligo
• Eczema and Allergic Skin Conditions
• Skin Infections
• Sexually Transmitted Infections
• Leprosy and Venereology

Paediatric Dermatology

• Paediatric Skin Disorders
• Skin Diseases in Pregnancy
• Hair and Nail Disorders

Dermatosurgery and Aesthetic Treatments

• Laser Treatments
• Dermatosurgery Procedures
• Aesthetic Skin Care
• Hair Loss Management

Professional Experience

Current Affiliations

• Visiting Consultant, Gleneagles Global Health City, Perumbakkam
• Consultant, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Guindy
• Consultant, Rainbow Children's Hospital, Sholinganallur
• Senior Consultant, Kauvery Hospital
• Consultant, LR Skin, Hair and Laser Clinic, Medavakkam

Previous Affiliations

• Professor, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
• Assistant Professor, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College, Pondicherry

Credentials and Qualifications

Educational Background

• MBBS from Mahatma Gandhi Medical College, Pondicherry in 2008, Gold Medallist and Best Outgoing Student
• MD in Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 2013

He has earned a Specialty Certificate in Dermatology from the Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK, and completed an Observership in Paediatric Dermatology at Christian Medical College, Vellore.

He also holds an Observer Fellowship in Dermatosurgery and Lasers from the National Skin Centre, Singapore.

Awards and Recognitions

• Gold Medallist and Best Outgoing Student, MBBS
• National Conference Award Paper, Bronze Medal (2011)
• Examiner for MD Dermatology post-graduate examinations
• Reviewer for SCOPUS-indexed international dermatology journals

Research and Publications

Dr R Ramachandran has published 20+ research papers in national and international PUBMED and SCOPUS-indexed dermatology journals.

Selected Publications:

• A Study on Male Homosexual Behavior, Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (2015)
• Lumpy Bumpy Weepy Face: A Rare Case Report, Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences (2020)
• Segmental Neurofibromatosis with Lisch Nodules, Medical Journal Armed Forces India (2021)
• Syphilis D'Emblée: A Case Series, Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (2022)
• Disseminated Superficial Porokeratosis: A Rare Case Report, Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (2022)
• Comparative Study of Topical Phenylalanine vs Mometasone in Vitiligo, Pigment International (2022)

Professional Memberships

• Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Medical Registration

• Tamil Nadu Medical Council (Registration No. 85535)

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