Dr. Pushpa Gnanaraj is a Senior Consultant Dermatologist at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, with over 20 years of experience. She holds an MD in Dermatology and has previously served as Associate Professor at SRM Medical College. She has published 15 research papers, including international journals, and presented at national conferences. Her areas of expertise include psoriasis, bullous disorders, and dermatosurgery. She is a life member of IADVL and the Hair Society of India, and has received multiple academic gold medals and awards during her medical education.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS
• MD in Dermatology (1999–2002)

Professional Experience:

• 1999–2002: MD in Dermatology
• 2002–2005: Dermatology Practice
• 2005–2012: Associate Professor, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai
• 2012–Present: Senior Consultant Dermatologist, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai

Awards & Distinctions:

• University Distinctions in:
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Otorhinolaryngology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgery
• College Prizes (MBBS):
  • Best Anatomy Dissector
  • Anatomy Gold Medal
  • Rait Dunhill Prize for Physiology
  • G.V. James Prize for Principles and Practice of Surgery
• Certificate of Honor in Pharmacology
• Nanjunda Rao Gold Medal for Surgery
• University Prizes (MBBS):
  • Gold Medal for First Place in Final MBBS University Examination
  • Gold Medal for Best Student in Medicine & Surgery
  • Madras University Prize for Best Candidate in Surgery
  • Gold Medal for First Place in Clinical Subjects

Research & Publications:

• Publications:
  • 10 International Journals
  • 5 National Journals
• Conference Presentations:
  • Presented papers in 7 National Conferences
• Latest Research:
  • Serum Interleukin-6 Levels in Response to Methotrexate Treatment in Psoriatic Patients.

Professional Memberships:

• Life Member of:
  • Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists (IADVL)
  • Hair Society of India.

Video Presentations:

• Skin Pigmentation: Causes, Prevention, and Treatments- In this video, Dr. Pushpa Gnanaraj discusses common causes of skin pigmentation, prevention methods, and available treatments.
• Skin Manifestations Post COVID- Dr. Gnanaraj talks about skin manifestations observed after COVID-19, highlighting the need for awareness and appropriate care.