Dr. V. Ratnam Attili is a senior consultant dermatologist with extensive clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of common and chronic skin diseases. His clinical practice emphasises careful clinical examination, practical treatment strategies, and continuity of care.
Qualifications & Training
- MD – Dermatology, Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
- Extensive postgraduate training and specialist dermatology practice
- International clinical experience in Zambia and Zimbabwe
Professional Registrations & Memberships
- Consultant Dermatologist – Visakha Institute of Skin & Allergy
- Life Member – Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists & Leprologists (IADVL)
Clinical Expertise
At Visakha Skin Clinic, Dr V Ratnam Attili provides clinical dermatology care for a wide range of skin conditions, with particular emphasis on common dermatoses, chronic disease management, and patient follow-up.
General Dermatology
- Acne, eczema, psoriasis
- Pigmentary disorders including vitiligo and melasma
- Hair, nail, and scalp disorders
- Infectious and inflammatory skin diseases
Dermatological Surgery & Procedures
- Diagnostic skin biopsies
- Local excisions, flaps, and grafts
- Vitiligo surgery and pigment restoration procedures
- Laser-based dermatological procedures
Research & Scholarly Contributions
Dr. Attili has authored over 40 peer-reviewed clinical publications focusing on vitiligo, lichen sclerosus, inflammatory dermatoses, and clinicopathological correlation.
His research work has contributed to a better understanding of pigmentary disorders and inflammatory mechanisms in skin disease, directly informing evidence-based clinical practice.
The complete and up-to-date list of publications is available on his ResearchGate profile:
Professional & Academic Engagement
- Speaker at regional and national dermatology meetings
- Contributor and reviewer in dermatology literature
- Longstanding involvement in clinical teaching and mentorship
Consultation & Location
Visakha Institute of Skin & Allergy
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Consultation options
- In-person consultations
- Tele-dermatology consultations