About Doctor
Dr. Priya Jivan Vernekar is a skilled and accomplished dermatologist in Whitefield with over 8 years of focused clinical experience in medical and procedural dermatology. She is currently practising as a Consultant – Dermatology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Whitefield, Bangalore, with specialised expertise in dermatosurgery, laser-based treatments, cosmetology, and comprehensive medical management of skin, hair, and nail disorders. An MBBS graduate from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, she completed her MD in Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy from J.J.M. Medical College, securing 5th rank under RGUHS. She further underwent structured training in laser and dermatosurgery under dedicated mentorship, strengthening her proficiency in precision-based aesthetic and therapeutic dermatologic procedures.
Dr. Priya manages a wide spectrum of dermatological conditions, including acne, pigmentary disorders, hair fall disorders, inflammatory dermatoses, vesiculobullous diseases, and paediatric dermatology cases. Her expertise in basic dermatosurgery includes radiofrequency ablation, electrocautery, wart removal, intralesional injections, and minor surgical excisions. She performs chemical peels, dermaroller therapy for acne scars, PRP procedures, microdermabrasion, and laser-based treatments for hair reduction and scar modulation. Her experience in procedural dermatology and laser applications places her among the best dermatologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for integrated medical and aesthetic skin care within a tertiary hospital setting.
Her clinical work reflects structured assessment, detailed counselling, and customised treatment planning based on individual skin type and pathology. She has also served in academic roles as Assistant Professor, training interns and junior doctors in clinical dermatology and procedural techniques. Her research engagement includes a thesis on vesiculobullous diseases in children and published case reports in indexed journals, demonstrating analytical depth in dermatopathology and clinical dermatology. In cosmetology, she adopts evidence-based protocols while maintaining dermatological safety standards, particularly in acne scar revision, pigment correction, and laser therapies. Her approach emphasises gradual, sustainable improvement rather than aggressive intervention, ensuring skin integrity is preserved.
Fluent in Kannada, English, Hindi, Marathi, and Konkani, she communicates clearly during consultations, particularly when explaining chronic skin conditions that require long-term follow-up and adherence. Her structured, patient-focused approach and procedural competence establish her as one of the best dermatologists in Varthur Road, Whitefield for comprehensive dermatology and laser care.
Field of Expertise
Basic Dermato Surgery
Lasers
Fellowship & Membership
IADVL
Languages Spoken
Kannada
English
Hindi
Marathi
Konkani