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Dr Aruna Bathina
Dr. Aruna Bathina is a qualified and accomplished dermatologist based in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, with over a decade of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, nail disorders, sexually transmitted diseases, and leprosy.
Dr Kalyan Chakravarthi Pulivarthi
Dr. P. Kalyan Chakravarthy is an experienced interventional cardiologist skilled in performing complex cardiac procedures. He specializes in primary angioplasties, device closures, and pacemaker implantations. His work focuses on delivering timely, life-saving cardiac care.
About Aruna Clinics
Dr Aruna Bathina
Education & Academic Distinction
She completed her MBBS from Maharajah's Institute of Medical Sciences, Vizianagaram (2004–2010), followed by her MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology from Navodaya Medical College, Raichur, Karnataka (2013–2016), where she achieved the State 4th Rank in RGUHS, Karnataka — a testament to her academic excellence. She subsequently earned her DNB in 2017.
Clinical & Academic Career
Dr. Bathina has built a career that combines active clinical practice with academic teaching. She is serving as Associate Professor at Gayatri Medical College and Hospital Vizag. She has previously held positions as Assistant Professor at the GEMS Srikukalam, Senior Resident at ACSR Medical College, Nellore, and Consultant at Surya Skin Care and Research Center, Vizag.
Clinical Skills
She is skilled in a broad range of advanced dermatological procedures including chemical peels, PRP therapy, dermabrasion, dermaroller treatments, fractional CO₂ laser, Nd-YAG laser, diode laser for hair removal, electrocautery, and cryotherapy.
Research & Publications
Dr. Bathina is an active researcher with peer-reviewed publications in respected journals such as the Indian Journal of Leprosy, International Journal of Dermatology, and Cureus. Her published work spans topics including HIV-associated skin manifestations, atypical leprosy, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and rare dermatological conditions. She has also presented papers and e-posters at several national dermatology conferences including Dermacon, NAADVL, CUTICON AP, and IAL.
Personal
Dr. Bathina is multilingual, fluent in English, Telugu, Odia, Kannada, and Hindi. She is married to Dr. Kalyan Chakravarthi Pulivarthi, a Consultant Cardiologist at Pinnacle Hospitals, Visakhapatnam.
A dedicated clinician and educator, Dr. Aruna Bathina brings a strong combination of academic achievement, clinical expertise, and research contributions to the field of dermatology.
About Aruna Clinics
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Qualification
- MBBS, MD, DM (Cardiology)
Work Experience
- Sri Satya Sai Institute Of Higher Medical Sciences - White Field Bangalore
- Lalitha Hospital- Guntur
- Greater Eastern Medical School - Srikakulam
Area Of Expertise
- Cardiology Interventions
- Primary Angioplasties
- Device Closures - Asd, Vsd, Pda
- Pacemaker Implantations