The Department of Dermatology at Manipal Hospitals was set up in the year 1990 and has since evolved manifold to provide an extensive range of treatments for all kinds of skin, hair and nail problems. Diagnosis and treatment is provided for a wide range of skin disorders and the facility is equipped with the latest USFDA (United States Food & Drug Administration) approved technologies. Treatments like photo therapy, cryotherapy, laser surgery and allergic testing are routine. Combined with other specialities available at Manipal Hospitals, advanced treatments like cranio maxillo facial surgery, micro surgery and reconstructive surgery are handled  successfully by the immensely talented team of dermatologists and surgeons. Everything from common acne, laser hair removal, skin allergies to more complex problems like skin cancers, dermatitis, psoriasis and immune related skin diseases are dealt with care, compassion and consummate skill here. Along with a new found confidence, thousands of patients from around the world have found long lasting solutions to their varied dermatological problems at Manipal Hospitals.