Dr. Aastha Beena Menon

Dr. Aastha Menon, MD (Gold Medalist) is a dermatologist in South Mumbai specializing in both medical and cosmetic dermatology. She offers a comprehensive range of treatments for various skin and hair concerns, including acne, hair loss, pigmentation, psoriasis, eczema, urticaria and numerous skin infections. Dr. Menon also performs advanced procedures like PRP-GFC and anti-aging injectables such as skin boosters, neurotoxin and fillers. She focuses on providing personalized, cost-effective treatments delivered with a meticulous and compassionate approach.
    
Educational Qualification:

• MBBS - Dy Patil University, School Of Medicine, 2020 
• MD Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology - Dy Patil University, School Of Medicine, 2023    
• Fellowship In Advanced Facial Aesthetics and Anti-Aging Medicine

Treatment & Services Expertise

• Clinical Dermatology, Aesthetic Dermatology and Anti-aging

Awards and Recognitions

• Gold Medal in 2023, 1st rank in University in MD final examination, Best outgoing resident award, Award of academic excellence 2023

Professional area of Interest

• Core areas of interest include clinical dermatology, focusing on acne and acne scars, infections, psoriasis, vitiligo, eczema, skin allergies, hair thinning and loss, and nail disorders. Expertise in anti-aging medicine, with proficiency in the use of neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and advanced devices such as HIFU. Passion for regenerative therapies, including PRP-GFC, mesotherapy, and chemical peels, aimed at rejuvenating and restoring youthful skin.

Detail Work Experience

• Dr. Aastha completed her 3-year post-graduation training and then pursued a fellowship in facial aesthetics in 2023. In 2024, she further enhanced her expertise by completing a fellowship in Advanced Aesthetics. Additionally, she gained valuable experience working as an Associate Dermatologist at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, alongside serving as a Consultant Dermatologist at several private clinics in the city.

 Research & Publications

• Menon, Aastha et al. “A Prospective Observational Study to Evaluate the Factors Affecting the Dermatology Life Quality Index in Patients With Hidradenitis Suppurativa.” Cureus vol. 15,2 e35510. 26 Feb. 2023, doi:10.7759/cureus.35510
• Patil, Sharmila & Thakare, Vaishali & Dubey, Lily & Menon, Aastha & Sharma, Hritika & Tetarbe, Tanusri. (2022). A Prospective Observational Study to analyze the association of Lipid Profile abnormality with disease severity in Seborrheic Dermatitis patients. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research. 15. 100-102. 10.22159/ajpcr.2022.v15i7.44673.        Authored a chapter titled “Hyperhidrosis” in the textbook New Drugs in Dermatology: A Clinical Update, Feb’2024

Trainings and Conferences

• Fellowship training in facial aesthetics - International Academy of Facial Cosmetic
• Surgery (IAFCS) in 2023, Fellowship in advanced anti-aging techniques and injectables- Savior Wellness Academy in 2024