With a focus on both health and appearance, Metropolitan Hospital has established a model Dermatology – Venereology Department, dedicated to the timely diagnosis and effective treatment of all skin conditions.
Diagnostic Services
- Clinical examinations by a specialized team of dermatologists
- Dermatoscopy for the detection of moles and skin lesions
- Histological testing through biopsy
- Molecular analyses (e.g., detection of HPV, herpes)
- Nail cultures for fungal infections
Therapeutic Approaches
- Conservative treatments: topical and systemic, based on international guidelines
- Interventional therapies:
- Cryotherapy
- Electrocautery
- Surgical removal of lesions
Areas of Expertise
- Acne & Acne Scars (personalized treatments)
- Moles (screening of atypical moles and early melanoma detection)
- Onychomycosis (fungal nail infections)
- Alopecia & Hair Loss
- Alopecia Areata & Scarring Alopecias
- Warts
- Psoriasis (topical or systemic therapies)
Prevention & Education
- Regular preventive screenings
- Sun protection guidance
- Individualized counseling for chronic conditions
Department Operations
The department operates daily through outpatient clinics while also supporting inpatients. Collaboration with other Metropolitan Hospital departments ensures a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and high-level standard of care.