Apollo Hospitals · Chennai

Dr. G. Ravichandran

Dermatologist & Vitiligo Surgeon

MBBS · Diploma in Dermatology · MD Dermatology · Madras Medical College

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Dr. G. Ravichandran, Dermatologist, Apollo Hospitals Chennai
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45+
Years of Experience
2000+
Vitiligo Surgeries
93%
Recommendation Score
417+
Patient Reviews
About the Doctor

A Life Devoted to Dermatology

Dr. G. Ravichandran completed his MBBS at the prestigious Madras Medical College in 1980, followed by his Diploma in Dermatology (1984) and MD in Dermatology (1989) — all under the legendary guidance of Prof. A.S. Thambaiah and Prof. Patrick Yesudian.

In 1985, he trained in Dermatosurgery under Prof. P.N. Behl at the Skin Institute, New Delhi. Inspired by vitiligo surgical techniques, he has since pioneered melanocyte transplant methods and performed over 2,000 vitiligo surgeries with exceptional success rates.

He served as Professor of Dermatology at Stanley Medical College for over 15 years, shaped the next generation of dermatologists, and co-authored the Dermatology chapter in Davidson's Textbook of Medicine — one of the world's most widely read medical references.

Honours & Recognitions
Patrick Yesudian Oration Award
Best Teacher Award
Association of Cutaneous Surgeons of India — 2000
Co-author, Davidson's Textbook of Medicine
Reviewer, IJDVL & IADVL Guidelines
Invited Faculty, National & International Conferences
Specialisations

Areas of Expertise

Vitiligo Surgery
Pioneer in melanocyte transplantation with over 2,000 surgeries performed using his own refined technique.
Dermatosurgery
Advanced surgical procedures trained under Prof. P.N. Behl at the Skin Institute, New Delhi.
Aesthetic Dermatology
Chemical peels, laser treatments, mole & wart removal, and skin rejuvenation procedures.
Medical Dermatology
Acne, eczema, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, melasma, dandruff, and complex skin disorders.
Hair & Scalp
Hair loss treatment, hair transplant surgery, and permanent hair reduction with laser therapy.
Anti-Ageing & Peels
Age spot treatment, pigmentation correction, laser resurfacing, and phototherapy.
Patient Voices

Words from Those He's Cared For

4.5 ★★★★½
325 Ratings & Reviews
93% ✔ Recommended
417+ Patient Reviews
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Absolutely patient friendly and most cheerful doctor. A rare combination of warmth and deep expertise that puts you at ease from the moment you walk in.

★★★★★
Ack
Verified · Practo ↗
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Superior quality. Real human nature. Extraordinary empathy. Others should learn from such real humanity about hospitality and human service.

★★★★★
Karthikesan
Verified · Practo · Scar Treatment ↗
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Brilliant, excellent, fantastic — a very experienced and knowledgeable doctor who is also very polite. His medicines cured my long-standing skin infection in just one week.

★★★★★
Verified Patient
Apollo 24|7 ↗
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No unnecessary follow-up and no expensive medication. I was fully satisfied with his diagnosis and treatment. Precise, honest, and genuinely helpful.

★★★★★
Verified Patient
Verified · Practo ↗
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A true saviour. His knowledge and approach instilled confidence in me from the very first consultation. The care and attention were truly unmatched.

★★★★★
Rahul Menon
Apollo 24|7 ↗
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Consultation was really good and the doctor gave precise advice and medicine. One of the best — he is very experienced and intelligent. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
Verified Patient
Justdial ↗
Where to Find Us

Clinics & Consulting Hours

Greams Road, Chennai
21/22 Greams Lane, Off Greams Road,
Thousand Lights, Chennai – 600 006
Mon – Sat · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Consultation: ₹1,000
Primary Practice
Cancer Centres · Teynampet
No. 6, Cenotaph Road, Teynampet,
Near Hotel Raintree, Chennai
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri · 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Consultation: ₹1,500
Evening Clinic
Spectra · MRC Nagar
Satyadev Avenue, MRC Nagar,
Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai – 600 028
By Prior Appointment
Call for consultation fee
Specialist Visits

Registration No. 34635 · Tamil Nadu Medical Council · 1981

Fluent in English & Tamil

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