Biography
Dr. Prashanthi R is a dedicated Dermatologist, Venereologist and Aesthetic Physician with extensive academic and clinical experience across teaching hospitals and private practice settings. She brings a well-rounded expertise in medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology, combined with fellowship training in hair transplantation and dermatosurgery. Her areas of specialization include lasers, injectables, regenerative therapies and hair restoration, allowing her to offer patients comprehensive, results-driven care. A sought-after speaker at national and state-level dermatology conferences, Dr. Prashanthi is committed to staying at the forefront of advances in her field and delivering the highest standard of skin, hair and aesthetic care to every patient.
Experience
Academic Profile
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Chengalpet, SRM Institute of Science & Technology | 2014–2020
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Chengalpet, SRM Institute of Science & Technology | 2006–2011
- Fellowship in Hair Transplantation – IMAST | Completed
- Fellowship in Dermatosurgery – IMAST | Completed
- Certificate Course in Diabetes Education – National Diabetes Educators Programme, conducted by IADE and DMDEA | June 2012–March 2013
Work Experience
Academic Appointments
- Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology
Tagore Medical College & Hospital, Chennai | February 2023
- Senior Resident, Department of Dermatology
Tagore Medical College & Hospital, Chennai | July 2021–February 2023
- Junior Resident, Department of Nephrology
SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre | September 2012–April 2014
- Member of the Renal Transplantation Team
- Casualty Medical Officer
SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre | April 2012–September 2012
Consultant Practice
- Chief Consultant Dermatologist – Annai Arul Hospital, Chennai
- Consultant Dermatologist – Apollo Hospital, Tambaram, Chennai
- Consultant Dermatologist – Deepam Hospital, Tambaram, Chennai
Area Of Expertise
Clinical & Aesthetic Expertise
Aesthetic & Regenerative Procedures
- Laser Procedures
- CO₂ laser for scar revision, skin rejuvenation, and wrinkle reduction
- Diode laser for hair removal
- Q-switched Nd:YAG laser for tattoo removal
- Excimer laser for alopecia areata
- Injectable Procedures
- Botulinum toxin
- Dermal fillers
- Skin boosters
- Hair Restoration
- Hair transplantation
- Non-surgical hair regeneration
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
- Chemical peeling and microdermabrasion
Dermatosurgical Procedures
- Subcision for acne scars
- Mini-punch grafting for vitiligo surgery
- Removal of warts, skin tags, moles, and DPNs
- Auto-implantation for warts
- Lipoma excision
Achievements and Awards
Papers, Posters & Publications
- Oral Paper – 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Levels in Diabetic Nephropathy Patients with Acute Pyelonephritis
Research Day, SRM University, March 2013
- Oral Paper – Nail Growth Measurement: A Simple, No-Cost Method to Screen Chronic Kidney Disease
Research Day, SRM University, March 2013
- Oral Paper – Presentation of Psoriasis with Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
International Psoriasis Conference, 2015
- Oral Paper – Congenital Lipodystrophy
Cuticon TN 2015
- Poster Presentation – A Case Report of Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa
International Conference of Pediatric Dermatology, 2016
- Publication – Skin to System: Topical Corticosteroid Abuse Leading to Adrenal Insufficiency in a Female Patient
International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research
Conferences, CMEs & Workshops
- Speaker at various national and state dermatology conferences
- 2nd Annual CME – An Update in Leprosy for Postgraduates, CMC Vellore | October 2014
- Psoriasis Comorbidities – An Update, Stanley Medical College | October 2014
- Workshop on Research Methodology, SRM Medical College | January 2015
- Educational Programme for General Practitioners on Familial Hypercholesterolemia | August 2015
- Cosmetology, Laser & Dermatosurgery Workshop, Stanley Medical College | September 2015
- Cuticon TN 2015, Salem | October 2015
- International Psoriasis Conference 2015, Sree Balaji Medical College Hospital | October 2015
- 7th Cuticon TN 2016, Trichy | October 2016
- International Conference of Pediatric Dermatology, Sree Balaji Medical College Hospital | November 2016
- 9th Cuticon TN 2018, Kodaikanal | July 2018
- DERMACON International 2019, Bengaluru | January 2019
- 11th Cuticon TN 2020, Coimbatore | September 2020
- DERMACON International 2023, Mumbai | February 2023
- 13th Cuticon TN 2023, Thanjavur | August 2023
- Roots-VI: National Conference & Workshop on Lasers, Aesthetic Dermatology & Trichology, NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru | June 2023
- Master Course in Hair Transplant Surgery, IMMAST | October 2024
- ACSICON 2024, Mahabalipuram | September 2024
- Aesthetic Procedures Workshop – Nanoblading, MNRF, Peels, Lasers & Botox, Global Skin Care & Hair Transplant Clinic, Chennai | December 2024
- 15th Cuticon TN 2025, Erode | August 2025
- Global Aesthetics Summit 2025, Taj Cidade de Goa Heritage, Panaji, Goa | September 2025
- DERMACON 2026, Bengaluru | January 2026
- 16th Cuticon TN 2026, Salem | August 2026
Invited Speaker & Panelist Engagements
- Invited Speaker – CME: Modern Dermatology Insight – Multi-Pathway Management of Pigmentation & Hair Disorders in the Era of Advanced Therapy
ITC Grand Chola, Chennai | 5 April 2026
Topic: “Dermatosurgery Basics in OP”
- Panelist – Cosmetology India Meets
Green Park Hotel, Chennai | 12 July 2026
Topic: “Decoding Modern Aging”
