HOD Information
| Name | Dr Dharmendra Mishra |
|---|---|
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| Education Details | MBBS, MD Dermatology |
| Mobile No & Email ID | – |
| No. of Publications | National: 07 International: 02 Book Chapter: 10 Journal Editor: – |
About Department
A Department of Dermatology specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting
the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. These departments provide comprehensive
outpatient and inpatient services, including medical, surgical, and aesthetic care for
issues such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, leprosy, and sexually transmitted
infections. They often run specialty clinics for pigmentary disorders, autoimmune diseases,
and paediatric dermatology, while emphasizing patient education on prevention and skincare.
Key Services
- Outpatient consultations for common skin ailments and emergencies such as drug reactions.
- Advanced treatments including phototherapy, laser therapy, chemical peels, dermabrasion, and minor surgeries.
- Specialized care for leprosy, vitiligo, allergies, and aesthetic procedures.
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Teaching Staff
| Sr No | Designation | No of Post | Full Name of Faculty | MMC Registration Number | Date of Joining | Total Teaching Experience (Years) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professor & Head of Department | 01 | Dr Dharmendra B. Mishra | MMC 75638 | 24/08/1999 | 26 years 4 months |
| 2 | Associate Professor | 01 | Dr Sushilkumar J. Rathi | MMC 84909 | 04/07/2015 | 22 years 10 months |
| 3 | Assistant Professor | 01 | Dr Ashwini A. Patil | MMC 2017/06/2536 | 15/05/2024 | 1 year 8 months |
| 4 | Assistant Professor | 01 | Dr Samiksha D. Chavhan | MMC 2018/09/4722 | 07/08/2025 | 5 months |
Non-Teaching Staff
| Sr No | Designation | No of Post | Full Name of Staff | Date of Joining |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweeper | 01 | Swamy B. Venkatraghvan | – |
Research Projects, Publications & Presentations (Last 5 Years, Year Wise Chronologically)
| Sr No | Journal Name | Type of Article | Title | Author Details | Co Author Details | Year of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vidarbha Journal of Internal Medicine | – | Bilateral Milian’s Ear Sign: A Rare Presentation to Dermatologist | Dr Samruddhi Naresh Chopkar | Dr Sushil Rathi Dr Dharmendra Mishra |
July 2024 |
| 2 | Indian Journal of Pediatric Dermatology | – | Reactive Perforating Collagenosis in an Indian Child with Down Syndrome: A Rare Case Report |
Dr Shraddha Kote | Dr Sushil Rathi Dr Dharmendra Mishra Dr Sharad Vairalkar |
Oct 2024 |
| 3 | IADVL Handbook of Therapeutic Pearls and Anecdotal Therapies in Dermatology | – | HPV Infection | Dr Samiksha D. Chavhan | – | 2025 |
| 4 | IADVL Handbook of Therapeutic Pearls and Anecdotal Therapies in Dermatology | – | Molluscum Contagiosum | Dr Samiksha D. Chavhan | – | 2025 |
| 5 | Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology | – | Cystic Mycetoma: An Unusual Clinical Presentation of Madurella Mycetomatis | Dr Samruddhi Chopkar | – | 2025 |
| 6 | Journal of Chemical Health Risks | – | The Sacrum as a Predictor of Sexual Dimorphism: A Systematic Review | Dr Dharmendra B. Mishra | – | 2025 |
Conference/CME Hosted by Department in Last 3 Years
None
Departmental Awards
- VDS Quiz Winner
- Runner Up – National IAL PG Quiz Competition
Non Academic Achievement
Silver Medal in Swimming Competition.
Departmental Achievements
- Original Study: Nail changes in patients of malignancy due to chemotherapy agents.
Paper Presentation at Onychocon – Dr Ashwini Patil, Assistant Professor. - Unveiling the aftermath of leprosy post-MDT with changing dynamics of histopathology
and bacillary indices.
AIIMS Delhi Paper Presentation – Dr Shruti Joshi, JR. - VDS Case Presentation – Dr. Sanyukta Patil, JR.
2024: Unveiling the Crimson Clues: Skin Deep Secrets of Erythroderma. - 2025: Residual Whispers: Tracking Bacilli and Tissue Tales in Post MDT Leprosy
at VDS Paper Presentation – Dr Sanyukta, JR. - MARDCON 2025 – Paper Presentation:
Decoding the Enigma of Internal Malignancies – Dr Sanyukta Patil, JR. - Onychocon Presentation:
Compare efficacy of Q Switched Nd:YAG Laser vs Oral Pulse Terbinafine in
Onychomycosis – Dr Sharad Vairalkar, JR. - Award Paper Presentation:
“Palm Prints and Sole Stories: Sequential Dermoscopic Evolution of Paediatric HFMD.”
At AIIMS Nagpur, Paediatric Dermatology CME – Dr Minal Ghotkar, JR. - Paper Presentation at ONYCHOCON 2024:
“Two Thumbs and a Toddler: Unpacking the Complications of Bilateral Thumb Sucking.”
Dr Minal Ghotkar, JR.
Departmental Events / Camps
- Health Awareness & Skin Disease Awareness Camp at Central Jail, Nagpur.
- Vitiligo Day Awareness Camp.
- Skin Disease Awareness Camp at Butibori.
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Equipment’s available
- Biopsy punches
- Electrosurgical instruments
- Cryotherapy equipment’s
- PUVA Chamber
- NBUVB Chamber
- Nd Yag laser
- CO2 laser
- Centrifuge machine
- Incubator
- Vitiligo surgery kit
- Hair transplant kit
- Woods lamp
- OT lamp
- Microdermabrasion
Dermato surgery and procedures provided
- Hair transplant
- Vitiligo surgeries
NCES (non-cultured epidermal suspension)
SBG (Suction blister grafting)
MPG (Mini punch grafting)
- Xanthelasma excision
- Fat transfer
- Cyst excision
- Punch excision in acne scar
- Ear lobe repair
- Nail surgeries
- Scar revision
- Pigment removal
- RF excision
- Keloid removal
- Cryosurgical procedures
- Skin grafting procedures
- Chemical peels
- Intralesional injections
- Laser procedures
CO2 laser
Nd yag laser
- NBUVB/PUVA Therapy
- Electrosurgical procedures
- Skin biopsy
Punch biopsy
Shave biopsy
Excisional biopsy
- Slit skin smear
- Tzanck smear
- KOH mount
- Dermo copy
- GFC
- PRP
- For acne
Subs Cision
Microneedling
Punch grafting
CO2 laser