The Department of Dermatology and Venereology is a public, not-for-profit academic department at Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Nepal focused on improving skin health. The department provides standardized treatments for various skin conditions and conducts research to support education and continuous improvement in patient care. The department offers treatments for infections, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and other skin, hair and nail diseases, and conducts clinical and epidemiological researches. The goal of the department is to provide affordable dermatological care, produce skilled specialists who will reduce the prevalence of skin diseases in the country and provide scientific and evidence-based care through research in skin diseases, sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS.
Our commitment to patient-centered care, education and research makes the Department of Dermatology and Venereology at Patan Academy of Health Sciences a leader in advancing the field of dermatology in Nepal. We are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve and improving the health and well-being of our communities.
The Department of Dermatology at Patan Academy of Health Sciences is committed to providing high-quality care to all patients, regardless of their socio-economic status. We believe that every person deserves access to the best possible medical care, and we strive to make this a reality for those in need. Our faculty members and staff are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional care to all patients, and we are proud to be a part of the solution to the shortage of skilled dermatologists in rural Nepal.
Services Available (Note: All dermatosurgical procedures are appointment based)
- All kinds of skin, hair and nail disorders
- All kinds of STI/venereal diseases
- Removal of moles, freckles, warts, skin tags, tattoo using LASERS.
- Reduction/ Removal of unnecessary hairs using LASERS
- LASER Therapies (Fractional and Ablative Co2, Q switched Nd YAG, Long Pulse Nd YAG)
- Electrofulguration/Electrocauterization, Cryotherapy
- Scar surgeries
- Split ear repair
- Narrow Band Ultraviolet therapy for vitiligo, psoriasis etc.
- Chemical cauterization
Dermatology
| SN | Designation | Faculty Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professor | Bhaskar Mohan Meher Kayastha |
| 2 | Associate Professor | Amit Amatya |
| 3 | Associate Professor | Madhu Gyawalee |
| 4 | Assistant Professor | Monique Kafle |
| 5 | Assistant Professor | Vikash Paudel |
