Dermatologist & Hair-Restoration Surgeon
Kathmandu, Nepal
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Highly accomplished dermatologist specialising in hair restoration, aesthetic and laser dermatology, with over 8–10 years of clinical experience. Founder of a leading skin & hair clinic in Kathmandu, and deeply engaged in academic and research activities within dermatology, trichology and aesthetic surgery. Dedicated to combining evidence-based dermatology with cutting-edge hair transplant and hair-restoration techniques.
CURRENT POSITION
Founder & Lead Dermatologist – Akarshan Skin & Hair Clinic, Kathmandu, Nepal
– Established and leading the clinic for 8–9 years providing dermatology, hair-restoration and aesthetic services.
– Hands-on practice in hair transplantation, FUE procedures, laser and cosmetic dermatology.
– Oversight of clinical operations, patient care, device selection, outcome monitoring and training of junior staff.
EDUCATION & ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
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M.B.B.S., Kathmandu University (Nepal)
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M.D. Dermatology – (Nepal) with distinction (75 %)
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Fellowship in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Nanjing, China (2017)
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Fellowship in Lasers & Cutaneous Surgery, Bangkok (2018)
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Certified hair-restoration training: International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHR), Mumbai (2020)
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Scholarship: Principles of STI/HIV, University of Washington, Seattle (2015)
CLINICAL & RESEARCH INTERESTS
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Hair and scalp disorders: androgenetic alopecia, diffuse hair-loss, trichoscopy and follicular imaging
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Hair-transplant surgery (FUE, FUT) & fat-graft/anti-aging facial surgery
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Laser dermatology, non-invasive skin-rejuvenation and aesthetic dermatology
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Dermoscopy, cutaneous surgery and hair-restoration outcomes assessment
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Teaching, mentorship and research in dermatology and hair-restoration fields
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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Member, International Society of Dermatology (ISD)
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Member, Dermatologic & Aesthetic Surgery International League (DASIL)
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Member, Society of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists of Nepal (SODVELON)
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Member, International Trichoscopy Society (ITS)
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Treasurer/Executive Member, Nepal Society of Hair‑Restoration Surgeons (NSHRS)
TEACHING & ACADEMIC INVOLVEMENT
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Frequent invited speaker, chairperson and faculty in international dermatology & hair-restoration congresses/workshops (SAARCUM, FADS India, Stem Cell/Trichology meets).
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Reviewer/Editor for journals: Journal of Nepal Health Research Council, NJDVL (Nepal Dermatology Journal), Clinical Case Reports (USA), Trichology & Cosmetology Journals (India).
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Trainer of dermatology residents and hair-transplant fellows in Kathmandu and regionally.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
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Distinction in MD Dermatology (Kathmandu University)
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Fellowship accreditation in aesthetic plastic surgery and lasers
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Award for best paper: “Lasers in warts” at Aesthetica Asia 2016, Kolkata
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International invitations as speaker and chairperson in dermatology/trichology forums
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dermatology & Hair-Restoration Practice – Kathmandu, Nepal
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Founder and Lead Dermatologist at Akarshan Skin & Hair Clinic, delivering advanced hair-transplantation and aesthetic dermatology services for nearly a decade.
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Developed protocols for hair-loss diagnosis, trichoscopic monitoring, and integrated aesthetic facial rejuvenation with hair-restoration procedures.
Academic Engagements & Conference Participation
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Served as international faculty for hair-restoration workshops, trichology meetings and aesthetic dermatology congresses across South Asia.
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Active in research/write-up, journal reviewing and membership of professional boards in dermatology/hair-restoration.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
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Advanced hair-restoration (FUE, follicular imaging, trichoscopy)
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Laser dermatology, aesthetic dermatology, fat-grafting techniques
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Clinical dermatology: medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology
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Scientific writing, peer-review, conference presentation
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Teaching & mentorship: dermatology residents and hair-restoration trainees
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International collaboration & professional society engagement
LANGUAGES
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Nepali – Native
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English – Fluent
PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS & SERVICE
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Advancement of hair-restoration standards and training in Nepal/South Asia
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Promoting evidence-based aesthetic dermatology and minimally invasive techniques
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Mentoring young dermatologists/trichologists and encouraging peer-review participation
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Outreach: awareness of hair-loss conditions, dermatologic skin health, patient education
