- Speciality: Dermatology, Lasers and Aesthetic Medicines
- Designation: Director – Dermatology, Lasers and Aesthetic Medicines, Max Hospital, Saket, Delhi
- Education: MBBS, MD (Skin & VD), DNB (Dermatology & Venereology)
- Experience: 26+ years
- Hospital: Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Delhi
About Dr. Ajita Bagai Kakkar
Dr. Ajita Bagai Kakkar is a highly experienced dermatologist with over 26 years of expertise in the field. She currently serves as the Director of Dermatology, Lasers and Aesthetic Medicines at Max Hospital, Saket. Her medical journey began with an MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, in 1996. She then earned her MD in Skin & VD from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, in 1999. Subsequently, she obtained her DNB in Dermatology & Venereology from the National Board of Examination in 2000. Short-term training at AIIMS, New Delhi, has also been completed by her. Therefore, her training and credentials are truly world-class.
Additionally, Dr. Kakkar has been a Consultant Dermatologist at Max Hospital, Panchsheel Park, since May 2004. Apollo Hospital, Safdarjung Hospital, and Lok Nayak Hospital have also been her workplaces. Moreover, she specializes in acne, psoriasis, and aesthetic medicine. Her aesthetic procedures include laser treatments for facial pigmentation, mole removal, skin tags, and acne scars. Chemical peels, Botox, PRP for facial pigmentation and hair loss, and mesotherapy are also performed by her. She is a member of ISD, AAD, EAD, ACS(I), CDSI, and AAAM. Consequently, she is a globally recognized and trusted name in dermatology and aesthetic medicine.
Work Experience
● Director – Dermatology, Lasers and Aesthetic Medicines, Max Hospital, Saket (Present)
● Consultant Dermatologist, Max Hospital, Panchsheel Park (Since May 2004)
● Clinical Assistant Dermatology, Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (May 2001 – April 2004)
● Senior Residency Dermatology, Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (July 2000 – April 2001)
● Residency in Dermatology, Lok Nayak Hospital and College (MAMC), New Delhi (December 1999 – April 2000)
● Short Term Skin & STD Training, AIIMS, New Delhi
● Post Graduate Resident in Dermatology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal (August 1996 – July 1999)
● Internship, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore (March 1995 – March 1996)
● Over 26 years of comprehensive dermatology experience
Specialty & Interests
● Acne
● Psoriasis
● Aesthetic Medicine (Laser for facial pigmentation, mole removal, skin tags, acne scars, hair removal)
● Chemical Peels (Acne, anti-aging, glow, pigmentation, freckles)
● Botox
● PRP for facial pigmentation and hair loss
● Mesotherapy
Memberships
● International Society of Dermatology
● American Academy of Dermatology
● European Academy of Dermatology
● Association of Cutaneous Surgeons of India – ACS(I)
● Cosmetic Dermatology Society of India (CDSI)
● American Academy of Aesthetic Medicinen
Education & Training
● MBBS, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (1996)
● MD (Skin & VD), Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (1999)
● DNB (Dermatology & Venereology), National Board of Examination (2000)
