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Best Dermatologists for Biologic Therapy For Severe Psoriasis in India

This page lists 2 biologic therapy for severe psoriasis doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 2 biologic therapy for severe psoriasis doctors in India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis doctors in India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis doctors

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Dr. Ranjan Upadhaya

MBBS, DDVL (Diploma in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), Certificate Course in Cosmetology and Dermatosurgery, Advanced Course in Facial Aesthetics
Senior Consultant, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Hair Transplant Specialist
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 20+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Hair Transplant Specialist
  • Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Dermatology at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, within the wider Max Healthcare network.
  • Also affiliated with Max Hospital, Panchsheel Park, and Max Devki Devi Hospital, Saket, bringing specialist dermatology care across multiple centres.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Hair Transplant (FUE / FUT)
  • PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
  • Female Pattern Hair Loss Treatment
  • Laser Skin Rejuvenation
  • Acne Scar Laser Treatment
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Dermatologist & Hair Transplant Specialist Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Sunil Sanghi

MBBS, MD Dermatology (Gold Medalist), Advanced Training in Pediatric Dermatology, Psoriasis & Hair Disorders
Clinical Director & Head of Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist
Marengo Asia Hospitals Gurugram, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 25+ years of experience in Dermatologist
  • Clinical Director & Head of Dermatology, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram (Current)
  • Senior Consultant, Dermatology — Fortis Hospital, Gurugram and Vasant Kunj
Expertise & Procedures
  • Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis
  • PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
  • Vitiligo Treatment (Extensive)
  • Alopecia Areata Management
  • Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment
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Dermatologist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Marengo Asia HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket🇮🇳 New Delhi, India
Starting from$3,000

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket

Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Biologic Therapy for Severe PsoriasisDermatologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Ranjan Upadhaya
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Marengo Asia Hospitals🇮🇳 Faridabad, India
Starting from$3,000

Marengo Asia Hospitals

Est. 2007
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Biologic Therapy for Severe PsoriasisDermatologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis
4.4
54 reviews
450+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Sunil Sanghi
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for severe psoriasis treatment for several reasons, including:

More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

Internationally accredited hospitals

Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.

Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

Care coordination support

A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.

About the Procedure

What is Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis?

Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis uses targeted injectable medications that block specific immune pathways (such as TNF-alpha, IL-17, or IL-23) responsible for triggering rapid skin cell turnover and inflammation. It is recommended for patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who have not responded adequately to topical treatments, phototherapy, or conventional systemic drugs. The therapy aims to significantly reduce skin lesions, improve quality of life, and manage associated psoriatic arthritis when present.

Who may be considered?

Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.

How does it work?

Uses well-established biologics such as Adalimumab or Etanercept, often chosen as a first-line biologic option with a long safety track record and lower long-term drug cost.

2 approaches available for this procedure:

TNF-alpha Inhibitor Therapy

Established & Cost-Effective

Uses well-established biologics such as Adalimumab or Etanercept, often chosen as a first-line biologic option with a long safety track record and lower long-term drug cost.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $150 - $400

CBC, LFT, RFT, Hepatitis B and C screening, HIV test, TB screening (chest X-ray/Quantiferon), ANA, lipid profile, PASI/BSA assessment

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $3,000 - $6,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~2 days
Hospitalisation: ~1-2 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~4-5 days recommended
Total stay: approx 7-9 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Dermatologist consultation and disease severity assessment (PASI/BSA)
  • Pre-therapy screening panel
  • First loading dose administration under supervision
  • Patient education/self-injection training
  • Initial follow-up consultation

Usually Not Included

  • Long-term maintenance doses of the biologic drug
  • Travel, visa, and accommodation costs
  • Treatment of infections or other complications
  • Advanced imaging (MRI/CT) if psoriatic arthritis is suspected

Recovery and follow-up

Biologic therapy is an ongoing treatment requiring follow-up visits every 3-6 months to monitor skin clearance via PASI scoring, blood parameters, and any signs of infection. Most patients notice visible improvement within 4-12 weeks of starting therapy, with continued maintenance dosing needed to sustain results.

Risks

Potential risks include increased susceptibility to infections (including TB reactivation), injection site reactions, allergic responses, and rare long-term concerns related to malignancy risk with prolonged immune suppression.

Alternatives

Alternative options include topical corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues, narrowband UVB phototherapy, and conventional systemic agents such as methotrexate, cyclosporine, or acitretin, or switching between different biologic drug classes if response is inadequate.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.

Reports required

  • Dermatologist's diagnosis report with PASI/BSA score
  • Recent clinical photographs of affected skin areas
  • History of prior treatments (topical, phototherapy, systemic drugs)
  • Recent CBC, LFT, and RFT blood test reports
  • Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV screening results
  • TB screening report (chest X-ray or Quantiferon test)
  • Reports related to psoriatic arthritis, if applicable
  • List of current medications and known allergies

Patient information needed

  • Age, weight, and general health status
  • Duration and severity of psoriasis (PASI/BSA score)
  • Previous treatments tried and their outcomes
  • Presence of psoriatic arthritis or other autoimmune conditions
  • Cardiovascular, liver, or kidney comorbidities
  • Current medications and allergy history
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding status, if applicable
  • Family history of psoriasis or autoimmune disease

Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis) and procedure (Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis in India

What is Severe Psoriasis?
Severe psoriasis is a persistent inflammatory skin condition in which the immune system triggers abnormally rapid skin-cell growth, resulting in raised, scaly plaques, widespread redness, and significant discomfort across a substantial portion of the body. It is generally classified as severe when standard clinical scoring tools—such as the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI), Body Surface Area (BSA) involvement, or the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI)—indicate high disease burden.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Severe Psoriasis?
Common features include thick, silvery-scaled plaques on the trunk, scalp, elbows, and knees; intense itching or burning; skin cracking and bleeding; and, in some forms, widespread redness affecting most of the body surface or pustular lesions. Associated health risks extend beyond the skin and may include joint pain and swelling consistent with psoriatic arthritis, as well as elevated cardiovascular risk linked to systemic inflammation. Experiencing these symptoms does not confirm a diagnosis—only a qualified clinician can determine whether psoriasis is present and assess its severity.
How is Severe Psoriasis diagnosed?
Assessment typically begins with a clinical skin examination and a detailed history of symptom onset, triggers, family history, and any prior treatments. A dermatologist will usually apply validated scoring tools such as the PASI (which grades redness, thickness, and scaling across body regions), BSA estimation, and the DLQI to quantify severity and quality-of-life impact. In cases where psoriatic arthritis is suspected, additional investigations—such as joint imaging or blood markers—may be ordered, and a skin biopsy is occasionally performed to confirm the diagnosis when the clinical picture is unclear.
How is Severe Psoriasis treated?
The appropriate treatment pathway depends on disease severity, affected areas, the presence of joint involvement, and individual health factors, and should only be determined after a qualified clinician has completed a full assessment. Mild-to-moderate presentations are typically managed with non-procedural approaches, while severe disease often warrants advanced systemic or biologic therapies that require specialist oversight. For eligible patients, procedures such as structured biologic therapy programmes may be recommended to achieve sustained disease control, though outcomes vary between individuals and no specific result can be guaranteed.
Can Severe Psoriasis be treated without a procedure?
Non-procedural management plays a meaningful role across all stages of psoriasis and includes topical treatments (corticosteroids, vitamin D analogues, retinoids, and calcineurin inhibitors), phototherapy (narrowband UVB or PUVA), and conventional systemic agents such as methotrexate, ciclosporin, and acitretin. For severe disease that has not responded adequately to these approaches, biologic therapies—including TNF inhibitors, IL-17 inhibitors, IL-23 inhibitors, and others—represent a well-established non-surgical treatment option that targets specific inflammatory pathways. Lifestyle modifications, including smoking cessation, limiting alcohol intake, managing body weight, and reducing known triggers, are also recommended as supportive measures alongside medical therapy.
When is Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis considered for Severe Psoriasis?
Biologic Therapy for Severe Psoriasis may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Severe Psoriasis?
Severe psoriasis is primarily evaluated and managed by a dermatologist with experience in inflammatory skin conditions and biologic therapies. When joint involvement is present or suspected, co-management with a rheumatologist is often recommended, and some centres operate dedicated combined dermatology-rheumatology clinics for this purpose.
How do I choose a doctor for Severe Psoriasis?
When selecting a specialist for severe psoriasis, it is worth comparing the clinician's experience with biologic and systemic therapies, their access to multidisciplinary support including rheumatology and mental-health services where relevant, and the centre's capacity to offer structured monitoring and long-term follow-up to manage treatment response and any side effects over time.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.
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