Overview
The Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy has thrived and excelled in academics — both at the Undergraduate and Post-Graduate level –research and patient care. Innovative and relevant UG curriculum and PG studies coupled with research activities make the Department a major draw among students from across the nation. The MBBS curriculum began in 2007 and the MD programme in 2018 with 2 seats, increased to 4 subsequently. Three batches of MD students, so far, have passed out.
Services Provided
- The Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy of KIMS is equipped with advanced instruments and machines managed by well-trained faculties.
- It is a tertiary care centre for the treatment of severe skin diseases like Pemphigus, Psoriasis, Erythroderma, Leprosy reactions etc.
- It conducts cosmetic procedures on daily basis to improve the pigmentation, contour and texture of the skin.
- Patients are treated with different types of chemical peels, platelet-rich plasma therapy, and microdermabrasion.
- Advanced techniques like PRP, LASER are carried out in the dermatology OPD for hair growth, showing excellent results.
- An advanced phototherapy unit is available for the management of vitiligo and psoriasis. Excessive hair growth known as hirsutism is also treated with efficient DIODE LASER. Carbon-dioxide LASER for acne scar resurfacing is routinely carried out.
- The ND YAG LASER facility is available in the Department for colour tattoo removal.
- Fine lines on the face, and superficial scars on the face are treated efficiently by microdermabrasion.
Research/Publications/Awards
- Srinivas CR, Mitanjali Sethy- Toe elevation in corn management-Journal of American Academy of Dermatology. 2020 Nov;83(5):e327-e328.
- Srinivas CR. Plucked Hair as a Substrate for Indirect Immunofluorescence in Cases of Pemphigus Vulgaris. International Journal of Trichology. 2020 May-Jun;12(3):114-117.
- Srinivas CR, Krishna V, Sahu S. Double Helix Bandage Using Toilet Roll as Toe Separator to manage Intertrigo-Journal of Cutaneous Aesthetic Surgery. 2021 Jan-Mar;14(1):114.
- Mitanjali Sethy, Srinivas CR. Selfie stick: The magic wand for social distancing during COVID-19 pandemic. Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology Leprology. 2021 Apr 23:1-2.
- Mitanjali Sethy, Srinivas CR, Krishna V -Cling film for mobile phones to prevent cross-infection during the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal of American Academy of Dermatology. 2020 Oct;83(4): e285-e287.
- CR Srinivas- Nail as a carrier in extensive tinea coreporis-International journal of medical microbiology and tropical diseases.
Faculty
| S. No. | Name | Designation | Qualifications | Number of Publications |
| 1 | Dr. Hemanta Kumar Kar | Professor and Head | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 200 |
| 2 | Dr. Kedar Nath Dash | Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 30 |
| 3 | Dr. Basanti Kumari Devi | Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 20 |
| 3 | Dr. CR Srinivas | Associate Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 220 |
| 4 | Dr. Jnana Ranjan Dash | Assistant Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | |
| 5 | Dr. Laxman Besra | Assistant Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 3 |
| 6 | Dr. Mitanjali Sethy | Assistant Professor | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 13 |
| 7 | Dr. Satyajit Sahu | Senior Resident | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | 3 |
| 8 | Dr. Kiran Vinayak | Senior Resident | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy | |
| 9 | Dr. Pravash Chandra Mohapatra | Medical officer | MD, Dermatology ,Venereology and Leprosy |
