Scientific Programme

The Art of building a Dermapractice

From zero to hero: Starting & scaling your practice

Mahaguru:
Dr. Koushik Lahiri

Gurus:

• Dr. Manish Gautam
• Dr. Anil Abraham
• Dr. Srinivas CR
• Dr. Rajyalaxmi K
• Dr. Seetharam K
• Dr. Deepak Kulkarni
• Dr. Feroz K
• Dr. Fibin Thanveer
• Dr. Sacchidanand S

Drawing the Laxmanrekha - Limits of dermatosurgery & Aesthetics

Mahaguru:
Dr. BS Chandrashekhar

Gurus:

• Dr. Swapnil Shah
• Dr. Somesh Gupta
• Dr. Sandeep Arora
• Dr. Venkataram Mysore
• Dr. Jaishree Sharad
• Dr. Arun Inamadar
• Dr. Raghunath Reddy
• Dr. Ganesh Pai

Patients who test your patience

Tough encounters / Work-life balance - A fun take

Mahaguru:
Dr. Anil Abraham

Legal aspects of Dermatosurgery:

Mahagurus:

• Dr. Abraham Mammen
• Adv. Shyam Padman

Ink, Miles & Ideas : How Experts Unplug & Recharge

Chitchat between experts on hobbies to relieve stress

Experts:

• Dr. CR Srinivas
• Dr. Ganesh Pai
• Dr. Venkataram Mysore

09:00 AM - 10:15 AM: Session 1

A Nail of Beauty is a Joy Forever - Surgical Secrets & Stories

Teaching format: The Power of Stories (Kathakathan Shiksha Paddhati)

Some of the best lessons in life come through stories. Our expert faculty will transport you into real-world clinical situations of nail disorders, narrating patient journeys that unfold step by step. Videos, images and discussions will make complex procedures come alive, helping you grasp techniques as if you were in the middle of the action.

Mahaguru:
Dr. Sushil Tahiliani

Gurus:

• Dr. Nitin Barde
• Dr. Manas Chatterjee
• Dr. Sandeep Arora
• Dr. Pradyumna Vaidya
• Dr. Sachin Verma
• Dr. Sushil Sawant
• Dr. Madura C
• Dr. Manas Puhan
• Dr. Syed Mubashir

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM: Session 2

Every Scar Has a Story - From Battle Marks to Beauty Marks

Teaching Format: Expert Case Discussions (Thadvidsambhashana Paddhati)

Step into the minds of experts as they dissect real-world cases in a dynamic, interactive format. With guided discussions, expert insights, and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of complex treatments and decision-making strategies. This is more than just a session; it’s a masterclass in clinical reasoning. Cases from audience are also discussed.

Mahaguru:
Dr. Salim T

Gurus:

• Dr. Raghunath Reddy
• Dr. Selvam
• Dr. Somesh Gupta
• Dr. Madura C
• Dr. Yogesh Bhingradia
• Dr. Saurabh Singh
• Dr. Shehnaz Arsiwala
• Dr. Jaishree Sharad
• Dr. Niti Khunger
• Dr. Ganesh Pai

07:00 AM - 08:00 AM: Breakout Sessions (Session 1)

Teaching in the Outside Environment OR in a Small Group

Teaching Format: Learning in Nature (Chintanika Paddhati)

Here, lessons don’t just happen within four walls. Picture yourself discussing surgical techniques and aesthetic procedures in an open, serene setting. Teachers and students engage in reflective discussions, exploring the nuances of dermatology through real-life scenarios. Learning becomes organic, interactive, and deeply impactful.

Small group discussions with experts on

• Dermatosurgical Anatomy & Basics
• Suture Secrets & Skin Excision Tips
• Fat Transplantation - Simplified
• Laser Hair Reduction - Must-Knows
• Sclerotherapy Insights
• Body Contouring Basics
• Acne Scar Solutions
• Tattooing & Microblading Essentials
• Threads & Hair Restoration Pearls

Topics:

• Injectables made easy - Dr. Jaishree Sharad, Dr. Rajetha Damisetty
• Materials for suturing and tips for good suturing and basic skin excisions - Dr. Madura C, Dr. Biju Vasudevan, Dr. Shuken Dashore
• Fat transplantation - Basics - meaning of various types of fat transplant. Indications and basic procedural details - Dr. Nilesh Goyal, Dr. Nitin Jain, Dr. Nikhil Kumar Singh, Dr. Dhanraj Chavan
• Everything you need to know about Lasers - Dr. Sanjeev Aurangabadkar, Dr. Swapnil Shah, Dr. Jagdish Sakiya
• Sclerotherapy - Assessment, Agents available, procedure, precautions - Dr. Sacchidanand S, Dr. Nagesh, Dr. Nitin Barde
• Body contouring and EBD - What you need to know, devices available, assessment, few procedural tips - Dr. Shehnaz Arsiwala, Dr. KC Nischal, Dr. Atula Gupta
• Acne scars - basic modalities, assessment, procedures and preventing complications - Dr. Manas Chatterjee, Dr. Niti Khunger, Dhanraj Chavan, Dr. Anand Mannu
• Cryotherapy & RF surgery - Dr. Avitus John, Dr. Sriharsha
• Threads - Dr. Gulhima Arora, Dr. Nandita
• Non surgical Hair restoration - Dr. BS Chandrashekhar, Dr. Pradeep Kumari

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Session 2

Medical Management of Patterned Hair Loss

Teaching Format: The Power of Stories (Kathakathan Shiksha Paddhati)

The most memorable lessons come through storytelling. Our expert faculty will take you on a journey through real clinical cases, bringing each patient’s experience to life. Step by step, you’ll witness the challenges, decisions, and outcomes unfold. With engaging videos, images, and discussions, complex procedures become clear and easy to understand—just like being in the middle of the action.

Mahaguru:
Dr. Anil Abraham

Gurus:

• Dr. CR Srinivas
• Dr. Rishi Parashar
• Dr. Shuken Dashore
• Dr. Feroze Kaliyadan
• Dr. Rajetha Damishetty
• Dr. Manish Gautam
• Dr. Dinesh Devraj
• Dr. Neeraj Pandey
• Dr. Sachin Verma
• Dr. Seetharam K

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Session 3

Hair 2: Surgical Management of Patterned Hair Loss

Teaching Format: Hair is a Valuable Accessory: Protect and Preserve it (Kathakathan Shiksha Paddhati)

The most memorable lessons come through storytelling. Our expert faculty will take you on a journey through real clinical cases, bringing each patient’s experience to life. Step by step, you’ll witness the challenges, decisions, and outcomes unfold. With engaging videos, images, and discussions, complex procedures become clear and easy to understand—just like being in the middle of the action.

Mahaguru:
Dr. BS Chandrashekhar

Gurus:

• Dr. Nitin Jain
• Dr. Amit Kerure
• Dr. Pradeep Kumari
• Dr. Madura C
• Dr. Nitin Barde
• Dr. Shehnaz Arsiwala
• Dr. Nilesh Goyal
• Dr. Nikhil Singh
• Dr. Venkataram Mysore

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM: Lunch

02:00 PM – 03:30 PM: Session 5

Difficult to Manage Facial Pigmentation?

Teaching format: Wisdom from Experience (Anubhav Kathan Paddhati)

Mistakes teach us just as much as success. In these sessions, seasoned dermatologists share their most challenging cases, the complications they faced, and the insights they gained. You will not just learn techniques but also the art of problem-solving, decision-making, and handling the unexpected.

Mahaguru:
Dr. Rajetha Damishetty

Gurus:

• Dr. BS Chandrashekhar
• Dr. Shyamantha Barua
• Dr. Sandeep Arora
• Dr. Jagdish Sakiya
• Dr. Atula Gupta
• Dr. Anuradha KB
• Dr. Pradyumna Vaidya
• Dr. Dinesh Devraj
• Dr. Neeraj Pandey
• Dr. Sanjeev Aurangabadkar

03:30 PM – 05:00 PM: Session 6

Peep into the Future: Regenerative Medicine & Rejuvenation - Lecture Based

Teaching format: A Glimpse into the Future (Upadesh Paddhati)

Where is dermatology headed? This forward-thinking session unveils the latest breakthroughs from regenerative medicine to innovative aesthetic techniques. Through cutting-edge visuals and expert insights, explore the future of skincare and treatment, gaining a deeper understanding of the advancements set to redefine dermatology.

Mahaguru:
Dr. Gulhima Arora
Dr. Swapnil Shah

Gurus:

• Dr. Shuken Dashore
• Dr. Shehnaz Arsiwala
• Dr. Somesh Gupta
• Dr. Pradeep Kumari
• Dr. Rajetha Damishetty
• Dr. David Pudukkadan
• Dr. Nandita Patel
• Dr. Malavika Kohli