DermAlaya clinic is a Specialty Medical Center for Skin, Hair & Aesthetics. We aspire to provide Quality Medical & Aesthetic services that are Affordable to All. Our approach is honest, ethical, and compassionate. Your speedy recovery is our utmost priority.
Dermalaya Clinic was founded with a vision to provide comprehensive, ethical, and personalized dermatology care to every patient. From our early beginnings to becoming a trusted name in Chennai for both clinical and cosmetic dermatology, we have always placed patient well-being at the center of everything we do.
Our Team

Mrs. Anitha Gopalakrishnan – Chairman
As the guiding force of Dermalaya Clinic, Mrs. Anitha Gopalakrishnan embodies integrity, inspiration, and motivation. Her vision is to ensure that every patient experiences not only world-class dermatology but also warmth and empathy in their healing journey.
Our Consulting Doctor
Dr. Sugandhan S is the Chief Doctor and Senior Consultant Dermatologist & Trichologist at Dermalaya Clinic. Trained at premier institutions including AIIMS (New Delhi), National Skin Centre (Singapore), and the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow (UK), he brings global expertise with over a decade of experience in leading hospitals across Chennai. Known for his clinical excellence and compassionate care, Dr. Sugandhan is dedicated to making world-class dermatology accessible and affordable for all.
With more than two decades of practice in leading Chennai hospitals, Dr. Sugandhan is not only known for his clinical excellence but also for his genuine compassion and empathy toward patients. His philosophy is simple yet profound: to bring global standards of medical treatment within the reach of all sections of society.

Our Staff – The Backbone of Dermalaya

Behind every successful treatment is a team that cares deeply. At Dermalaya, our nursing staff, therapists, and administrative team are trained not just in professional excellence but also in empathy and patient comfort. From the moment you walk in, our staff ensures that your experience is seamless, safe, and reassuring.
They are the silent strength of Dermalaya, making sure each patient is treated with care, dignity, and respect.
Mrs.Anitha Gopalakrishnan, is the Chairman of DermAlaya Clinic. She is the epitome of inspiration, integrity and motivation for Dermalaya Clinic.
Dr.Sugandhan.S, is the Chief Doctor and Senior Consultant Dermatologist & Trichologist at DermAlaya clinic. Dr.Sugandhan, has trained at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS, New Delhi), and National Skin Centre (Singapore). He has done his MBBS from PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore, and M.D (Dermatology) from Kakatiya Medical College, Warangal. He was awarded a Diploma in Dermatology from Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow (U.K). He has been practicising in leading hospitals in Chennai for more than a decade. It is his vision to deliver Global standards of medical treatment that is within the reach of all sections of our society.

