Dr  Rajesh Verma is a highly decorated dermatologist with over 38 years of clinical, academic, and military medical experience. He served with distinction in the Indian Army Medical Corps, holding top positions as Professor & Head at leading Armed Forces hospitals and medical colleges across India. Renowned for his expertise in clinical dermatology, autoimmune skin disorders, aesthetic dermatology, dermatosurgery, and psycho-dermatology, he combines deep medical knowledge with disciplined, ethical practice. His contribution to dermatology education, military medicine, and research is recognized nationally.

Experience Overview

With an illustrious career spanning over 38 years in the Indian Armed Forces, Dr. Verma has vast experience in clinical practice, teaching, research, and leadership in dermatology, venereology, and leprology.

• Total Experience: Over 38 years of dedicated service in medical and academic dermatology

• Academic Roles:

  • Assistant Professor – 5 years

  • Associate Professor – 4 years

  • Professor – 14 years

• Military Leadership:

  • Major General Medical (Oct 2021 – Jan 2025)

  • Head of Dermatology departments at multiple Command Hospitals and Armed Forces Medical College, Pune

• Research & Teaching:

  • 23 years of total teaching experience in dermatology and related fields

  • Led numerous research projects and contributed extensively to academic dermatology

• Recognized for excellence in clinical care, education, and research throughout his career

Professional Memberships

A distinguished leader in dermatology, Dr. Verma holds prestigious memberships and has been recognized repeatedly for excellence in clinical practice, teaching, and research.

Memberships:

• Member, Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL)
• Member, Maharashtra Medical Council
• Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)

Awards:

• Dr. BB Gokhle Gold Medal for topping Pune University in MD Dermatology (1996)
• Chief of Army Staff Commendation Card (1998)
• Eastern Army Commander’s Commendation Card (2010)
• ‘Teacher Par Excellence’ Award by IADVL (2013)
• Best Scientific Paper Medal (Professor K Siddappa Medal) at IADVL National Conference (1998)
• Best Original Article Award, Medical Journal Armed Forces India (2015)
• “Gaurav Patra” Award for Medical Teaching, Uttar Bhartiya Sangh, Pune (2014)
• DGAFMS & Senior Col Commandant Award for Best Published Article (2016)
• Meritorious AFMRC Project Award for research on vitiligo (2017)

Speciality Interests:

• Psoriasis & Autoimmune Skin Disorders
• Bullous Disorders (Pemphigus & Pemphigoid)
• Drug Eruptions & Contact Dermatitis
• Leprosy & Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Psycho-Dermatology & Pruritus
• Aesthetic Dermatology & Dermatosurgery

Languages Spoken

Dr. Verma communicates effectively in multiple languages to provide personalized care and build strong doctor-patient relationships.

• Hindi: Native and fluent – primary language for patient interactions in India
• English: Proficient – used for academic teaching, research, and professional communication