Dr. Machugari Sowmya Reddy
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Education: | Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation |
Academic degree: | MD (Doctor of Medicine) |
Area of specialization: | I am into clinical dermatology and cosmetology, which means I deal with both medical skin issues *and* the kind of concerns people usually walk in with hoping to feel better about how they look. My work includes diagnosing and managing things like acne, eczema, hairfall, infections, pigmentation issues, as well as doing cosmetic treatments — lasers, peels, PRP, scar revisions, anti-ageing procedures, the whole set.
What I like most about this field is how closely skin health is linked to overall wellbeing. Sometimes a patient walks in thinking it’s "just acne", but it’s actually linked to stress or diet or hormonal imbalance. My approach is not just fixing surface problems but figuring out the why underneath.
I also enjoy the cosmetic side where precision matters — like placing a peel properly, knowing skin depth, or choosing the right session gap for a laser. Each face is diff, and each case need it’s own plan. Whether it’s clinical or cosmetic, my focus stays on safe, personalized care that makes sense for the patient sitting in front of me, not just what trend says. |
Achievements: | I am proud to say I stood 1st in academics during my post graduation — not just by marks, but by really pushing myself to understand the subject inside-out. It wasn't easy tbh, juggling clinical postings, thesis pressure, late night case discussions and all that. But I stayed consistent, tried not to just rote stuff but actually *get* the concepts. That top rank felt like a reward for showing up every single day and actually giving a damn, even when it was exhausting or confusing or both. |
I am currently working as a consultant at Oliva Clinics since the past 5 months, and honestly this phase has been both fast-paced and super detailed. The kind of cases I see here are mostly focused on aesthetic dermatology — hair fall, acne scars, pigmentation, laser procedures, skin rejuvenation, all that stuff which may seem cosmetic on surface but actually has layers underneath when you go into it. My day usually involves consults, procedure planning, and helping clients understand what's actually going on with their skin or hair — not just what they think is going on. There’s a lot of myth-breaking to do here, like explaining why one cream can’t fix years of damage or why every dull-skin case isn't automatically “vitamin deficiency.” I try to keep my approach honest, practical and result-oriented, even when patients sometimes come in with 10 things they saw on reels. Working at Oliva has given me access to advanced dermatological tools and tech — Q-switch lasers, PRP, chemical peels, RF tightening — things that require precision and consistency. I’ve gotten more hands-on with protocol-based treatments, following step-wise regimens tailored to each case. The clinic setup is organized, but the real work still lies in handling expectations — people want visible change fast, and part of my job is to show them what’s realistic and what’s hype. It’s only 5 months into this role but every week throws a new kind of skin or hair story at me, which makes the learning continuous. I take time explaining, sometimes sketching things out if needed (not an artist lol), and making sure that the plan feels like a conversation — not an order. I like keeping the vibe grounded, even when we’re using high-end tech. At the end of the day, results matter, but so does trust. That’s what I keep trying to build, one patient at a time.
