Understand the concern
Discuss onset, symptoms, previous treatment and relevant health history. Tell the dermatologist what is most important to you.
Service
Dermatology consultation
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A clear starting point for your skin, hair or nail concern.
A consultation at SkinWise Clinic in Bengaluru is a visit with Dr Khushboo Sethia to discuss your concern, review your history and examine the affected skin or scalp. The next steps may include advice, treatment or selected investigation, with follow-up appropriate to the concern.
About consultation
A consultation is a chance to explain the concern, what you have tried and what you want help with. Dr Khushboo reviews the history and examines the affected skin, scalp or nails before discussing the next steps.
Bring current prescriptions, product labels, relevant reports and photographs showing changes over time. A consultation does not commit you to a procedure.
Good first stop if you have:
- Persistent acne or breakouts that won’t settle
- Pigmentation, melasma or dark spots
- Hair fall, thinning, scalp itching or flaking
- Skin sensitivity, redness, eczema flares
- “I have no idea what to use” routine resets
- Pre-event skin prep (wedding, photo shoot, exam season)
- Pediatric and teen skin concerns
How a consult works at SkinWise
Examine and assess
Examination guides whether advice, treatment or further investigation is appropriate. Tests are selected for the question being answered.
Agree the next steps
Discuss the purpose and use of any recommended treatment, alternatives and the review plan. Ask which changes should prompt earlier contact.
What to expect
Before
Bring medicines, product labels, prior reports and your questions. Photos can be useful when symptoms come and go.
During
Describe the concern and how it affects daily life. Ask for clarification where an instruction is unclear.
After
Follow the agreed plan and review timing. Contact the clinic if treatment is difficult to use or an unexpected reaction occurs.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a procedure?
That depends on the assessment and your preferences. Consultation may lead to advice, medical treatment or discussion of a procedure; it does not commit you to one.
Should I arrange tests before coming?
Bring existing reports. Further tests are selected when useful after the history and examination, rather than as a universal panel.
What should I bring?
Your prescriptions, relevant reports, product labels or clear photographs, and the questions you want to discuss.
What patients say
Excerpts from verified 5-star Google reviews — names withheld for patient privacy. See the full set on Google Maps .
- ★★★★★
“I was dealing with chronic dandruff for years and nothing seemed to help long term. Dr. Khushboo not only diagnosed the issue accurately but also explained everything in a simple, reassuring way.”
- ★★★★★
“I had a really great experience at SkinWise Clinic with Dr. Khushboo. The clinic itself is super clean, modern, and has a very welcoming vibe. Dr. Khushboo is not only extremely knowledgeable, but also very patient and kind.”
- ★★★★★
“Dr. Khushboo is highly skilled in her field of skin diseases. She prescribes minimum medications required to treat skin conditions. She listens to your problems with great attention and concern.”
- ★★★★★
“Excellent treatment for dandruff and hair allergies. The best doctor ever seen.”
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Conditions we treat with consultation
Consultation by neighbourhood
Area-specific notes on what we see and how we treat for patients from each part of the south-east Bengaluru corridor:
Ready to start with a consult?
Most plans at SkinWise begin with a focused consultation. We map the concern, talk through what you’ve tried, and only then suggest what comes next — no oversell.
Plan your first visit: appointments, clinic location and what to bring.