Dr. (Prof.) Binod Kumar Khaitan 👨‍⚕️ is a Senior Consultant Dermatologist in Delhi with 36+ years of experience. Former AIIMS faculty, he’s an expert in vitiligo, psoriasis, pemphigus, and chronic skin disorders 🩺. Awarded for excellence 🏆, he has 200+ publications 📚 and is a leader in dermatology education. Known for compassionate care ❤️, he offers world-class treatment at Fortis Healthcare 🌟.

Experience Overview

Has over 36 years of experience in the field of dermatology, combining clinical excellence, research, and teaching.

• Served at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, as a senior faculty member in the Department of Dermatology.
• Specialized in managing complex skin conditions such as vitiligo, psoriasis, pemphigus, connective tissue disorders, and chronic dermatoses.
• Played a pioneering role in identifying and characterizing previously unrecognized clinical entities in dermatology.
• Developed diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols for segmental vitiligo and other pigmentary disorders.
• Has authored over 200 scientific articles, book chapters, and monographs, many of which are part of standard dermatology curricula.
• Recipient of prestigious awards including the Professor KC Kandhari Award, Prof. LK Bhutani Memorial Teaching & Research Award, and Manav Seva Ratna Award.
• Known for delivering empathetic, patient-centered care, blending deep clinical knowledge with compassion.
• Currently serving as a Senior Consultant – Dermatology at Fortis, continuing to treat both national and international patients in Delhi, India.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Binod Kumar Khaitan holds prestigious professional memberships that highlight his expertise and commitment to dermatology. 🌟 He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS) 🏛️ and the International Medical Sciences Academy (FIMSA) 🌐, reflecting his active role in advancing medical research, education, and clinical excellence both nationally and internationally.

• Member, Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL)
• Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences (FAMS – Fellow)
• Member, International Medical Sciences Academy (FIMSA – Fellow)
• Former President of the Faculty Association of AIIMS (FAIIMS)
• Contributor to national committees involved in creating Standard Treatment Guidelines for dermatology in India.

Awards & Recognitions

• Professor KC Kandhari Award – For excellence in clinical dermatology
• Prof. LK Bhutani Memorial Teaching & Research Award – Honoring his academic contributions
• Dr. B. M. Ambadi Oration Award – For outstanding service in dermatological science
• Prof. J. C. Shroff Memorial Award – In recognition of lifelong contributions to dermatology
• Manav Seva Ratna Award – For distinguished humanitarian service in dermatology

Specialty Interests

• Vitiligo – Diagnosis, classification, and long-term management
• Psoriasis and other Papulosquamous Disorders – Advanced therapeutic approaches
• Pemphigus and other Vesiculobullous Disorders – Specialized care and treatment protocols
• Connective Tissue Diseases – Including lupus erythematosus and dermatomyositis
• Chronic Dermatoses & Allergic Skin Disorders – Comprehensive patient-centric treatment

Languages Spoken

• English – Fluent; used for professional consultations with international patients, academic publications, and conferences.
• Trained Support Staff Available – Multilingual support staff can assist in Arabic, Russian, Bengali, and other languages to ensure clear communication with foreign patients.