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What to Expect from Dermatology in Karachi
Karachi has a well-developed dermatology sector concentrated in DHA, Clifton, PECHS, and Gulshan-e-Iqbal. Consultation fees range from Rs. 2,000 for a standard private clinic visit to Rs. 4,500–5,000 for hospital-affiliated specialists. Most private practitioners accept walk-ins but appointment-based visits are significantly faster. The public sector (Civil Hospital, Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre) offers far lower-cost consultations but with proportionally longer waits.
1. Dr. Atif Hasnain Sheikh — DHA / Clifton
Clinic: Skin Care Clinic, DHA Phase 4, Main Bukhari Commercial
Consultation fee: Rs. 3,500
Specialisation: Medical dermatology, acne management, eczema, psoriasis
Hospital affiliation: South City Hospital
Dr. Sheikh is among the most consistently recommended dermatologists in southern Karachi. His practice focuses on medical dermatology — acne, chronic skin conditions, and allergic skin disorders — rather than purely cosmetic procedures. The wait time with an appointment is typically 20–30 minutes. Known for thorough consultation approach and detailed follow-up instructions.
2. Dr. Nadia Aman — PECHS
Clinic: Skin and Laser Centre, PECHS Block 2, Tariq Road area
Consultation fee: Rs. 2,500–3,000
Specialisation: Laser treatments, pigmentation, cosmetic dermatology
Hospital affiliation: Ziauddin Hospital
Dr. Aman runs one of PECHS's most established cosmetic dermatology practices. Her focus is laser-based treatments — laser hair removal, pigmentation correction, acne scar resurfacing — alongside standard medical consultations. The clinic is equipped with modern laser equipment and operates on a strict appointment system. Popular with patients seeking skin brightening and anti-ageing treatments.
3. Dr. Farhan Shafique — Gulshan-e-Iqbal
Clinic: DermaCare, Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 13
Consultation fee: Rs. 2,000–2,500
Specialisation: Acne, fungal infections, dermatitis, paediatric dermatology
Hospital affiliation: Liaquat National Hospital
For patients in upper Karachi (Gulshan, North Nazimabad, Johar), Dr. Shafique is the go-to recommendation. He has a particular reputation for paediatric dermatology — eczema and skin allergies in children — and the clinic atmosphere is calibrated accordingly. Consultation fees are the most accessible among the top-tier practitioners. Walk-ins accepted on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
4. Dr. Saima Afzal — Aga Khan University Hospital
Clinic: Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), Stadium Road
Consultation fee: Rs. 4,000–5,000
Specialisation: Autoimmune skin diseases, vitiligo, complex dermatological conditions
Hospital affiliation: AKUH (full-time faculty)
Dr. Afzal is a consultant dermatologist at Aga Khan, which is Karachi's highest-ranked hospital by international standards. She specialises in autoimmune skin conditions — vitiligo, lupus-related skin manifestations, bullous diseases — that require the kind of investigative work-up that only a hospital setting can support. For routine acne or simple conditions, the AKUH fee structure may be disproportionate. For complex or undiagnosed conditions, she is the right starting point.
5. Dr. Tariq Mahmood — Clifton / Boat Basin
Clinic: Skin Solutions, Clifton Block 5, near Boat Basin
Consultation fee: Rs. 3,000
Specialisation: Hair loss (alopecia), scalp conditions, PRP therapy
Hospital affiliation: South City Hospital
The listing describes hair-loss and scalp services, including PRP, but availability and suitability must be confirmed directly. A qualified clinician should assess the cause and explain evidence, alternatives, risks, cost, and follow-up before any procedure; no device or directory can promise an accurate diagnosis or result.
6. Dr. Bushra Naeem — DHA Phase 6
Clinic: Glow Derma, DHA Phase 6, Khayaban-e-Ittehad
Consultation fee: Rs. 3,500
Specialisation: Chemical peels, Botox, fillers, anti-ageing treatments
Hospital affiliation: Private practice only
Dr. Naeem is Karachi's most popular cosmetic dermatologist in the DHA Phase 6 corridor. Her practice is focused almost exclusively on aesthetic procedures — chemical peels for pigmentation and acne marks, Botox for expression lines, and hyaluronic acid fillers. The clinic is booked 2–3 weeks out on most days; appointments are essential. Known for conservative, natural-looking results.
7. Dr. Aamir Rashid — Ziauddin Hospital, North Nazimabad
Clinic: Ziauddin Hospital, North Nazimabad campus
Consultation fee: Rs. 2,800–3,500
Specialisation: Psoriasis, chronic skin conditions, phototherapy
Hospital affiliation: Ziauddin Hospital (consultant)
For psoriasis patients in upper Karachi, Dr. Rashid at Ziauddin North Nazimabad is the most accessible hospital-based specialist. The hospital's dermatology unit has phototherapy equipment (narrowband UVB) for managing moderate-to-severe psoriasis — a treatment option not widely available in private clinics. The consultation fee is in the mid-range and the hospital setting provides better access to associated investigations.
8. Dr. Zainab Husain — PECHS / Shaheed-e-Millat
Clinic: Dermique Clinic, PECHS Block 6
Consultation fee: Rs. 2,500
Specialisation: Melasma, pregnancy skin changes, sensitive skin conditions
Hospital affiliation: Patel Hospital
Dr. Husain has built a strong practice around conditions that disproportionately affect women — melasma (the hormonal pigmentation common during and after pregnancy), sensitive skin management, and post-pregnancy skin changes. Her consultation approach is notably thorough for cases that other dermatologists tend to treat superficially with generic brightening creams. PECHS location is accessible from central and southern Karachi.
9. Dr. Kashif Raza — Saddar / Civil Lines
Clinic: Civil Hospital Karachi, Dermatology OPD (public sector)
Consultation fee: Rs. 200–400 (token fee)
Specialisation: General dermatology, leprosy, tropical skin infections
Hospital affiliation: Civil Hospital / Dow University
For patients who cannot afford private consultation fees, Civil Hospital's dermatology OPD remains the most comprehensive public-sector option in the city. Dr. Raza and his team handle a vast clinical load but the expertise is genuine — the teaching hospital environment means complex cases get adequate attention. Arrive before 8am to get a token; expect a 2–4 hour wait. Investigations and basic medications are substantially cheaper than private.
10. Dr. Maryam Usmani — DHA Phase 2
Clinic: Skin Studio, DHA Phase 2, Khayaban-e-Shahbaz
Consultation fee: Rs. 3,000–4,000
Specialisation: Acne scarring, microneedling, skin texture treatments
Hospital affiliation: Liaquat National Hospital (visiting consultant)
Dr. Usmani is the most sought-after specialist in Karachi for acne scarring and skin texture correction. Her clinic is focused on microneedling with RF (radiofrequency), fractional laser, and chemical resurfacing protocols for post-acne scarring. The results-focused approach with before/after documentation has generated strong word-of-mouth in DHA and Clifton. Waiting list typically 2–3 weeks for new patients.
What Conditions Are Most Common in Karachi?
Karachi's climate — high humidity, intense sun, dust, and pollution — creates specific dermatological patterns. The most common conditions seen by Karachi dermatologists:
- Acne and post-acne hyperpigmentation: Exacerbated by sweat, heat, and pollution
- Melasma: Hormonal plus sun exposure combination, especially common in women
- Fungal infections: Tinea versicolor and ringworm thrive in Karachi's humidity
- Prickly heat and heat rash: Extremely common in summer months
- Contact dermatitis: From jewellery metals, cosmetics, fabric dyes
- Hair loss: Combination of heat, hard water, and stress
Tips for Your Dermatology Appointment
- Come with no makeup on the face if your concern is facial — the doctor needs to see the skin directly
- Bring a list of any products you currently use (cleansers, moisturisers, treatments) — product interactions cause many skin problems
- If you have had the condition for over 3 months, bring photos showing progression — this helps enormously with diagnosis
- Ask specifically about sun protection — almost every skin condition in Karachi is worsened by UV exposure, and many patients leave without SPF guidance
