Nishat Hospital Dermatology Department provides specialized care for adult and pediatric patients with severe skin disease or general skin problems
Facilities & Services
Specialized Clinics
1. Acanthosis Nigricans
Patients with excessive darkening of skin,thickening of skin in the body folds specially the axilla accompanied by obesity are investigated.
Investigations include a fasting sugar level, serum insulin level, lipid profile , measurement of weight and percentage body fat(or body mass index).Female patients are subjected to ultrasound to detect the presence of cystic ovaries
2. Acne Rosacea clinic
All patients of acne specially females are assessed for their hormonal status.Isotretinoin is routinely prescribed with excellent results. Rosaccea is always kept in mind and biopsy performed to arrive at a conclusion.
3. Psoriasis
The department attracts large number of patients of psoriasis because of excellent results obtained by offering a combination treatment which could include oral calcium,oral omega-3,oral isotretinoin,oral methotrexate ,cyclosporine along with UVB therapy. Once patients go into remission they are put on maintenance PUVA Therapy(UVA & Psoralens)
4. Atopic Dermatitis
The results of atopic dermatology both in adults and children have been found to be very encouraging.
Hyperpigmentation
Cosmetology procedures are carried out to treat hyperpigmentation, specially melasma.
Chemical peels with alpha hydroxy acids of different concentrations are undertaken.
1.Micropunch graft , Thin theirsch graft for Vitiligo Patients
Acne Scars are revised by radiofrequency knife and at times chemically by 50% trichloroacetic acid application.Acne scars if superficial , are also subjected to chemical peels as office procedure as a form of skin polishing.
Electrocautery and Cryotherapy of warts
Our medical practice provides an array of dermatological medical services, treating minor one-time skin care problems and major on going issues requiring regular treatments. We are readily available to assist you with your skin health concerns or problems.
Our services include the evaluation, management, and education of patients with diseases of the skin, such as acne, dermatitis, keratoses, melanoma, psoriasis, pruritus, squamous and basal cell carcinoma, warts, and wounds.
Treatments include dermatological surgical procedure, patch testing for contact dermatitis reactions, and simple and complex wound care, debridements, and dressing changes.
Our practice is very sensitive to our patients' needs. We understand how our personal perception of our appearance impacts our self-image and our social interaction with others. Our practice will work with you to diagnose and treat your skin problem so that you may enjoy the highest possible quality of life while looking your best.