Question 1

What do patients say about Dr. Poornima?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Poornima has been recommended by 6 patients and has recieved stories from 4 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 2

What is Dr. Poornima's education qualification?

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Dr. Poornima has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Dermatology , Venereology & Leprosy.

Question 3

What does Dr. Poornima specialises in ?

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Dr. Poornima specialises as Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, Hair Transplant Surgeon.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Poornima have?

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Dr. Poornima has an overall experience of 10 years. View where has Dr. Poornima practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Poornima?

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Dr. Poornima is a Dermatologist,Cosmetologist and Hair Transplant Surgeon and has an experience of 10 years in these fields. She completed MBBS from SRM University in 2013 and MD - Dermatology , Venereology & Leprosy from Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai in 2016. She is a member of Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venerologists & Leprologists.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 6

Who is a dermatologist doctor?

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A dermatologist is a physician or a doctor who specializes in problems of skin, hair, nail, and mucous membranes. He/she is also trained to offer support for various cosmetic issues. They help patients rejuvenate the appearance of various body parts such as skin, hair, and nails. They treat more than 3,000 skin conditions. These include acne, psoriasis, and skin cancer.

Question 7

When should one consult a dermatologist?

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You should consult a dermatologist immediately if you have developed any abnormal symptoms which are affecting your skin, hair, nails, or mucous membranes. If you have any cosmetic concerns, a dermatologist will be able to help you. Further, for major ailments such as skin cancer, examination is also done by dermatologists.

Question 8

Should one consult a dermatologist for laser treatment of skin problems?

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Yes, you can consult a dermatologist for laser treatment of skin problems. A dermatologist is professionally trained to carry out skin grafts and laser treatments. For laser treatment, they use a special light beam to treat various skin complaints. Such skin complains can include tumours, warts, moles, tattoos, birthmarks, scars, wrinkles, and unwanted hair.

Question 9

What are the common services provided by a dermatologist?

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Below is a list of some common conditions dermatologist treat.
•        Vitiligo
•        Acne
•        Dermatitis and eczema
•        Fungal infections
•        Hair disorders
•        Nail problems
•        Psoriasis
•        Skin cancer
Dermatologists use various surgical procedures such as: 
•        Biopsies
•        Chemical peels
•        Cosmetic injections
•        Cryotherapy
•        Hair removal and restoration
•        Laser surgery

Question 10

What is the difference between a cosmetologist & a dermatologist?

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Dermatologists and cosmetologists both primarily focus on the outward appearance of individuals. Dermatologists are trained physicians and they treat illness and disease. On the other hand, cosmetologists offer services to improve aesthetics. Dermatologists are doctors and specialize in treating skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. But cosmetologists are not doctors. Cosmetologists specialize in various beauty services including haircutting and hairstyling.

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