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Dr. S. Karthikraja
Best Dermatologist in Chennai
Dr. S. Karthikraja, MD DVL, is a Medical Council Registered Dermatologist practising at the forefront of clinical and aesthetic skin care in OMR, Chennai. As a Professor and Head of the Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy Department at a reputed private medical college, he brings both academic authority and clinical depth to every consultation. Board-certified, academically accomplished, and internationally trained, he brings a depth of expertise that few practitioners in the city can parallel. Whether your concern is medical, cosmetic, or nutritional, you are precisely where you need to be.
Medical Council Registered Dermatologist
Internationally Trained & Certified
3 Clinics Across Chennai
1000+ Patients Treated
10+ Advanced Procedures Offered
Credentials
The new trend in Skin Microbiome
A workshop in Jakarta about a novel approach to skin diseases.
Certificate of training in Application of SVF and Fat Harvesting and Graging technic
Certificate In Aesthetic Medicine By American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
Diploma In Aesthetic Medicine By American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
The Doctor Behind The Diagnosis
Dr. Karthikraja's path into dermatology was shaped by a conviction that the skin tells stories the rest of medicine often overlooks. After earning his MBBS, he immersed himself in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, rigorous disciplines that sharpened his ability to evaluate patients as integrated systems, not isolated symptoms. His MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy became the pivotal chapter in his career, followed by a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM), USA. Today, he serves as both an Aesthetic Consultant and an Associate Professor of Dermatology at a distinguished private medical institution.
Trained Across Continents. Trusted Across Chennai.
Dr. S. Karthikraja's academic ambitions extend well beyond India's borders. He has participated in a specialised Skin Microbiome workshop in Jakarta and received advanced training in SVF (Stromal Vascular Fraction) and Fat Harvesting techniques, procedures that represent the cutting edge of regenerative aesthetics. His Diploma from AAAM, USA, is a globally recognised credential in aesthetic medicine. As an Associate Professor, he actively contributes to the academic shaping of the next generation of dermatologists. Every international insight he absorbs is translated, with precision and discernment, into superior outcomes for his Chennai patients.
From Acne to Aesthetics — Skin Treatments for Every Need
- Dr. S. Karthikraja addresses a comprehensive spectrum of dermatological concerns from chronic conditions that have resisted prior treatment to cosmetic refinements sought by the discerning patient
- Clinical Dermatology:Acne and acne scar revision, psoriasis, vitiligo, melasma, hair loss (including mesotherapy and PRP), nail disorders, eczema, and venereological conditions.
- Aesthetic & Cosmetic Procedures: Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peeling, dermabrasion, laser resurfacing, anti-ageing treatments, gummy smile correction, stretch mark therapy, and SVF-based regenerative procedures
What Makes Him the Most Trusted Skin Specialist in Chennai
- Dual clinical expertise spanning both medical dermatology and advanced aesthetic medicine, a combination rare in a single practitioner
- Root-cause diagnostics informed by his Emergency Medicine and ICU background, enabling a systemic reading of skin conditions
- International training that integrates globally validated techniques into every consultation
- Academic rigour as an Professor, ensuring evidence-based, current practice at all times
- Personalised, result-oriented approach no generic prescriptions, no expedient shortcuts
- Treating Chronic Skin Diseases from the Root with Regenerative & Functional Medicine
Your Skin Has a Story — He Knows How to Heal It
- Dr. Karthikraja operates from a foundational conviction: skin is the most eloquent reflection of internal health. Surface-level treatments, administered without understanding the underlying physiology, produce results that are temporary at best. His consultation extends into the domain of Aesthetic Nutrition, with specialised expertise in the LCHF (Low Carb, High Fat) Paleo dietary framework. For patients whose skin conditions are intertwined with metabolic or nutritional imbalances, he crafts bespoke nutritional protocols that work in concert with clinical treatment, addressing the origin of the problem, not merely its visible manifestation.
Testimonial
Chennai
Dr Karthik Raja dermatologist he's excellent in treatment for acne clinic good ambience overall very good Doctor in Anna nagar
Chennai
Such an amazing experience with Dr. Karthick Raja sir .Amazing doctor plus mentor . Highly recommend for all clinical and aesthetic dermatology cases & procedures 💯👌🏻
Chennai
I have seen Dr. Karthick raja sir for my skin He is very kind and polite to handling the patients and the clinic ambiance was very amazing and clean kindly recommended dermatalogist in Anna Nagar
Chennai
I'm muthu from Tirunelveli Aesthetics Clinic-Anna nagar ,is one of the best Dermatology clinic in Chennai and Dr.Karthik sir Diagnosis is very Effective and efficiently give good results from my personal experience. if anyone wants to dermatological issue please visit him and he give the best.....
Chennai
I treat here for skin glowing 4 week therapy, Dr. KARTHICK RAJA explained everything very clearly and the treatment was very effective. The clinic is clean and well-managed. Everyone was caring and made me feel comfortable. Very happy with the results. Very very peaceful feeling here... Thankyou Dr. Karthick Raja
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FAQ’S
Dr. Karthikraja holds an MBBS followed by an MD in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy (MD DVL). He has additionally earned a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM), USA, a globally recognised credential that distinguishes him as a practitioner of international academic standing. Master Injector by DiAS, iFAAS Fellowship in fat grafting and Therapeutic Carbohydrate Restriction in Diabetes, Functional Medicine Foundation and Nuances in functional medicine courses from various reputed organisation as add on passion.
Yes. Dr. Karthikraja is an accredited Aesthetic Consultant with advanced training in Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peeling, mesotherapy, SVF and Fat Harvesting techniques, and anti-ageing regenerative procedures. His AAAM, USA diploma further validates his proficiency in evidence-based cosmetic interventions, making him among Chennai's most rigorously credentialled aesthetic practitioners. In addition to existing ones, he develops newer protocols and procedures for many aesthetic indication.
Yes. Dr. Karthikraja serves as an Professor of Dermatology at a reputed private medical institution in Chennai. His academic engagement ensures that his clinical practice remains anchored in current research, evolving protocols, and globally benchmarked standards, a direct benefit to every patient under his care. He also upskills qualified dermatologists in Advanced lasers, Toxins, Fillers, and Regenerative Medicine.
Absolutely. Dr. Karthikraja is a recognised expert in LCHF (Low Carb, High Fat) and Paleo dietary frameworks as applied to dermatological health. He formulates bespoke nutritional protocols for patients whose skin conditions, including acne, eczema, and pigmentation, have a demonstrable metabolic or dietary aetiology. Healing is addressed from within.
Dr. Karthikraja brings over 13 years of consolidated clinical and aesthetic practice, having treated thousands of patients across dermatology, trichology, and cosmetic medicine. His experience spans tertiary hospital settings, academic institutions, and specialised aesthetic clinics, offering patients the assurance of depth, not just duration.