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Best Dermatologists for Wide Local Excision Of Skin Lesions in Hyderabad, India

This page lists 2 wide local excision of skin lesions doctors in Hyderabad, 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 wide local excision of skin lesions doctors in Hyderabad, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions doctors in Hyderabad, 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.

Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions doctors

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Dr. Harshita Reddy Bondugula

MBBS, MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), Fellowship in Dermatology
Assistant Professor & Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 10+ years of experience in Dermatologist
  • Currently serving as Assistant Professor and Consultant Dermatologist in the Department of Dermatology at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
  • Affiliated with Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, contributing to both patient care and academic teaching within the dermatology unit.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acne Scar Laser Treatment
  • Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
  • PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
  • Advanced Medical Hair Loss Treatment
  • Skin Biopsy
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Dermatologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. I S Reddy

MBBS, MD – Dermatology, Diploma in Dermatology (DD), DNB – Dermatology, FIAMS – Fellow, Indian Academy of Medical Sciences, Diploma in Cosmetology
Senior Consultant, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India32+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 32+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
  • Currently serving as Senior Consultant Dermatologist at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad — one of India's leading tertiary care centres.
  • Affiliated with Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, contributing to its dermatology and cosmetology services.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Acne Scar Laser Treatment
  • Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
  • Chemical Peels
  • PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
  • Skin Biopsy
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Dermatologist & Cosmetologist Experience: 32+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills🇮🇳 Hyderabad, India
Starting from$800

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills

Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Wide Local Excision of Skin LesionsDermatologyCardiac SurgeryCardiology
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Doctors for Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
Dr. Harshita Reddy BondugulaDr. I S Reddy
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for skin lesions requiring biopsy 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

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About the Procedure

What is Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions?

Wide local excision is a surgical procedure in which a skin lesion, along with a margin of surrounding healthy tissue, is removed to ensure complete clearance of abnormal or cancerous cells. It is commonly performed for suspicious moles, biopsy-confirmed skin cancers (such as melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, or squamous cell carcinoma), or lesions with atypical histopathology. The excised tissue is sent for pathological analysis to confirm clear margins and guide further treatment if needed.

Who may be considered?

Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions 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?

The lesion is excised with an appropriate safety margin under local or regional anesthesia, and the wound is closed directly with sutures in the same sitting.

2 approaches available for this procedure:

Wide Local Excision with Primary Closure

Most Common

The lesion is excised with an appropriate safety margin under local or regional anesthesia, and the wound is closed directly with sutures in the same sitting.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $150 - $600

Skin biopsy report, dermoscopy, CBC, coagulation profile, ECG, local lymph node ultrasound if indicated

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $800 - $2,000

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1 day
Hospitalisation: ~1 day (often day-care)
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~7-10 days recommended
Total stay: approx 2-3 days

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Surgeon and anesthesiologist fees
  • Operating room charges
  • Histopathology of excised specimen
  • Post-operative dressing and suture removal
  • One follow-up consultation

Usually Not Included

  • Pre-existing biopsy fees
  • Additional imaging if margins are unclear
  • Prescription medications
  • Hotel accommodation and travel
  • Extended sedation or general anesthesia if upgraded

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients resume light activities within a few days after primary closure, while graft or flap procedures require a longer recovery of 2-3 weeks with careful wound care and suture removal at a scheduled follow-up. Final pathology results, including margin status, are typically available within 7-10 days.

Risks

As with any surgical procedure, risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, or wound healing delays, and in graft/flap cases, partial graft failure or altered skin sensation at the site. If margins are found positive on final pathology, a repeat excision may be required.

Alternatives

Depending on lesion type and size, alternatives may include Mohs micrographic surgery for high-precision margin control, cryotherapy or topical treatments for select superficial lesions, or radiation therapy in cases where surgery is not suitable.

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

  • Original biopsy report with histopathology slides
  • Recent dermoscopy images or clinical photographs of the lesion
  • CBC and coagulation profile
  • ECG report (for patients over 40 or with cardiac history)
  • CT or MRI scan if deep tissue involvement is suspected
  • Lymph node ultrasound report, if performed
  • List of current medications and allergies
  • Any prior skin surgery or treatment records

Patient information needed

  • Exact location, size, and number of lesions
  • Whether the lesion has been biopsied and diagnosis confirmed
  • History of prior skin cancers or recurrence
  • Any bleeding disorders or blood-thinning medications
  • Known drug allergies, especially to anesthesia
  • Smoking status (affects wound and flap healing)
  • Preferred travel dates and companion arrangements
  • Photographs of the lesion from multiple angles

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

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Common questions

FAQs about Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions in Hyderabad, India

What is Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy?
A skin lesion requiring biopsy is any growth, sore, pigmented area, or structural change on the skin that displays features — such as irregular borders, asymmetry, rapid change, bleeding, or unusual colour — that a clinician considers insufficient to classify with confidence on examination alone, making tissue sampling necessary for a definitive diagnosis.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy?
Concerning features that may prompt a biopsy referral include a mole or pigmented patch that is asymmetrical, has an irregular or poorly defined border, contains multiple colours, has grown beyond six millimetres, or has changed noticeably over weeks to months; a non-healing ulcer or sore; a firm, pearly, or translucent nodule; or a scaly, thickened plaque that bleeds easily. Some lesions that turn out to be significant cause no pain or discomfort at all, while others may itch, crust, or ooze. The presence or absence of these symptoms alone is not sufficient to confirm or exclude any particular diagnosis — a qualified clinician must evaluate each case individually.
How is Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy diagnosed?
Diagnosis begins with a thorough clinical history — including sun exposure habits, personal and family history of skin cancer, immunosuppression status, and how the lesion has changed over time — followed by a dermoscopic examination, which uses magnification and polarised light to assess subsurface structures. If dermoscopy does not provide sufficient clarity, a biopsy is performed; depending on the lesion's size, location, and suspected type, this may be an incisional, excisional, punch, or shave biopsy, with the tissue sent for histopathological analysis. For lesions confirmed as malignant, further staging investigations — such as sentinel lymph node assessment or imaging — may be required to determine whether spread has occurred.
How is Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy treated?
The appropriate management depends entirely on the biopsy result, lesion type, depth or stage, location, and the patient's overall health, and must be determined through individual clinical assessment. Confirmed malignant lesions such as melanoma or squamous cell carcinoma typically require surgical removal with defined clear margins, most often through wide local excision, and may additionally involve sentinel lymph node biopsy, topical or systemic therapies, radiotherapy, or immunotherapy depending on stage. Benign lesions confirmed on histology may require no further treatment, or may be managed with monitoring, cryotherapy, topical agents, or minor surgical removal based on the patient's symptoms and preferences.
Can Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy be treated without a procedure?
For lesions confirmed as benign, non-surgical options such as active surveillance, cryotherapy (freezing), topical prescription creams (for example, those used for superficial actinic keratoses or certain low-risk basal cell carcinomas), or photodynamic therapy may be appropriate depending on the specific diagnosis and clinical context. However, for lesions confirmed as malignant melanoma or high-risk skin cancers, surgical excision is generally the primary treatment; non-surgical approaches alone are not considered sufficient and any decision to use adjunctive therapies must be guided by a specialist.
When is Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions considered for Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy?
Wide Local Excision of Skin Lesions 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 Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy?
Skin lesions requiring biopsy are primarily evaluated and managed by a dermatologist, who performs the clinical assessment and biopsy; if a lesion is confirmed malignant, care is typically coordinated by a dermatologist alongside a plastic surgeon or surgical oncologist for excision, and may involve a multidisciplinary team including a medical oncologist or radiation oncologist depending on stage and type.
How do I choose a doctor for Skin Lesions requiring Biopsy?
When selecting a provider, it is worth asking about the clinician's specific experience with dermoscopy and the type of lesion suspected, whether histopathology is processed by a specialist dermatopathology laboratory, and whether the facility offers access to a multidisciplinary skin cancer team and clear pathways for follow-up or further treatment if results require it.
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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