M.B.B.S., D.D.V. (C.P.S.), M.D. (Dermatology)
Cosmetic Dermatology, the Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford, United Kingdom
22 years of rich experience in the field of Dermatology
Dr. Avani Shah is a consultant at the Department of Dermatology, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre.
After completing M.B.B.S., Dr. Shah completed D.D.V. (C.P.S.) and M.D. (Dermatology) at the Topiwala National Medical College and B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai. She then pursued a fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatology at the Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford, United Kingdom, where she underwent training in laser epilation, Botox injection, fillers, skin rejuvenation therapies, chemical peels, and microdermabrasion. She also completed an observership under the mentorship of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. John Celin.
She worked as a private practitioner and as a consultant at Bombay Hospital and Global Hospital in Mumbai and gained experience in treating cases of psoriasis, lichen planus, eczemas, skin infections, and leprosy. She routinely performs skin procedures like skin biopsies, radiofrequency, cauterisation, cryosurgery, intralesional injections, and tumour excision. She is also experienced in aesthetic dermatology and skin and hair rejuvenation techniques. She treats stubborn skin pigmentation using Q switched Nd: YAG lasers, palmoplantar hyperhidrosis using Botox therapy, and laser epilation and fractional laser for scar correction.
Dr. Shah has presented several research papers at national and international conferences. She teaches undergraduate medical students at Bombay Hospital. Moreover, she runs a charitable dermatologic clinic for the poor at Bombay Hospital and for inmates at the Dongri Remand Home for Children.