Prof. Dr. Tahir Kamal
Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatosurgeon and Aesthetic Physician
MBBS, FCPS (Dermatology), D.D.Sc. (UK) Gold Medalist, MAACS (USA), CHPE Gold Medalist
Professor and Head, Department of Dermatology
Al-Aleem Medical College and Gulab Devi Teaching Hospital, Lahore
CPSP Supervisor and Examiner – FCPS, MD and MCPS
Prof. Dr. Tahir Kamal is a highly experienced consultant dermatologist, dermatosurgeon, aesthetic physician, academician and clinical trainer with more than 35 years of experience in medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery and aesthetic medicine.
He currently serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology at Al-Aleem Medical College and Gulab Devi Teaching Hospital, Lahore. He is also a supervisor and examiner for postgraduate dermatology training and is actively involved in the education, assessment and professional development of dermatology residents.
Dr. Tahir Kamal is the founder and lead consultant at Skin Life Clinic, Lahore, where he provides comprehensive, evidence-based and individualized care for patients with skin, hair and nail disorders. His practice combines advanced clinical dermatology with dermatologic surgery, laser medicine, regenerative treatments and modern aesthetic procedures.
Qualifications and Professional Credentials
✦ MBBS – King Edward Medical College, Lahore
✦ FCPS in Dermatology
✦ D.D.Sc. (UK) – Gold Medalist
✦ MAACS (USA)
✦ Certificate in Health Professions Education – Gold Medalist
✦ Professor and Head of Dermatology
✦ CPSP Supervisor for FCPS, MD and MCPS
✦ CPSP Examiner for FCPS and MCPS
✦ Consultant Dermatologist
✦ Dermatosurgeon and Reconstructive Aesthetic Surgeon
✦ Aesthetic Physician and Laser Specialist
Medical Dermatology Expertise
Dr. Tahir Kamal has extensive experience in diagnosing and managing common, complex and treatment-resistant dermatological diseases. His clinical areas of expertise include:
✦ Acne, rosacea and acne scarring
✦ Atopic dermatitis and chronic eczema
✦ Psoriasis and psoriatic disease
✦ Urticaria and allergic skin disorders
✦ Vitiligo and other pigmentary disorders
✦ Melasma and facial hyperpigmentation
✦ Alopecia and other hair-loss disorders
✦ Fungal, bacterial and viral skin infections
✦ Autoimmune blistering diseases
✦ Connective tissue diseases
✦ Systemic sclerosis and dermatomyositis
✦ Cutaneous vasculitis
✦ Hidradenitis suppurativa
✦ Chronic wounds and leg ulcers
✦ Nail diseases and nail disorders
✦ Skin tumours and precancerous lesions
✦ Difficult and treatment-resistant dermatological conditions
His approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis, appropriate investigations, evidence-based treatment and long-term disease control.
Dermatosurgery and Reconstructive Procedures
Dr. Tahir Kamal performs a wide range of office-based and advanced dermatologic surgical procedures, including:
✦ Skin biopsy and histopathological assessment
✦ Removal of benign and suspicious skin lesions
✦ Skin cancer surgery
✦ Mole, cyst, lipoma and keratoacanthoma removal
✦ Electrosurgery, radiofrequency surgery and cryotherapy
✦ Nail surgery
✦ Scar revision
✦ Keloid management
✦ Vitiligo surgery and grafting procedures
✦ Reconstructive procedures following trauma, burns or skin surgery
✦ Minor facial and cutaneous reconstructive surgery
✦ Hair transplantation
Aesthetic Medicine
With decades of experience in aesthetic medicine, Dr. Tahir Kamal provides natural-looking and individualized facial rejuvenation treatments. His aesthetic expertise includes:
✦ Botulinum toxin injections
✦ Dermal fillers
✦ Lip, chin, cheek and jawline enhancement
✦ Non-surgical facial contouring
✦ Tear-trough and under-eye rejuvenation
✦ Thread lifting
✦ Platelet-rich plasma therapy
✦ Platelet-rich growth factor therapy
✦ Mesotherapy
✦ Polynucleotide and PDRN treatments
✦ Skin biostimulators
✦ PLLA collagen-stimulating treatments
✦ Nanofat and regenerative procedures
✦ Non-surgical face and neck lifting
✦ Treatment of acne scars and surgical scars
✦ Hand, neck and décolletage rejuvenation
His aesthetic philosophy is based on maintaining facial harmony, respecting individual anatomy and achieving refined results without creating an artificial or overtreated appearance.
Laser and Energy-Based Treatments
Dr. Tahir Kamal is experienced in the clinical and aesthetic use of advanced laser and energy-based technologies, including:
✦ Long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser
✦ Q-switched Nd:YAG laser
✦ Carbon dioxide laser
✦ Er:YAG laser
✦ Intense pulsed light
✦ Fractional resurfacing
✦ Radiofrequency treatments
✦ Microneedling radiofrequency
✦ Laser hair reduction
✦ Pigmentation and tattoo treatment
✦ Vascular-lesion treatment
✦ Acne-scar resurfacing
✦ Skin tightening and rejuvenation
Every treatment is selected after assessing the patient’s skin type, medical history, clinical indication and expected outcome.
Hair and Scalp Treatments
His hair-restoration services include:
✦ Clinical evaluation of hair loss
✦ Medical management of androgenetic alopecia
✦ Treatment of alopecia areata
✦ Assessment of scarring alopecia
✦ Hair transplantation
✦ PRP and PRGF therapy
✦ Hair mesotherapy
✦ Regenerative hair treatments
✦ Combination treatment plans for progressive hair thinning
Phototherapy and Advanced Clinical Services
Dr. Tahir Kamal has extensive experience in phototherapy and offers:
✦ Narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy
✦ PUVA therapy
✦ Treatment protocols for vitiligo
✦ Phototherapy for psoriasis
✦ Phototherapy for eczema and selected inflammatory skin diseases
✦ Clinical dermatopathology correlation
✦ Dermoscopy and skin-lesion assessment
✦ Management of complex dermatology referrals
Academic Leadership and Medical Education
As Professor and Head of Dermatology, Dr. Tahir Kamal plays an active role in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. His academic responsibilities include:
✦ Teaching undergraduate medical students
✦ Supervising postgraduate dermatology trainees
✦ Conducting clinical case discussions
✦ Organizing dermatopathology teaching sessions
✦ Delivering lectures, workshops and masterclasses
✦ Training doctors in dermatosurgery and aesthetic procedures
✦ Developing assessments and clinical training programmes
✦ Participating in postgraduate examinations
✦ Supporting research, clinical audits and evidence-based practice
He has contributed to the development and strengthening of structured postgraduate dermatology training and promotes a learning environment based on clinical reasoning, ethical practice and patient safety.
Research and Professional Interests
His academic and research interests include:
✦ Resistant and recurrent fungal infections
✦ Chronic inflammatory skin diseases
✦ Psoriasis and atopic dermatitis
✦ Autoimmune and connective tissue diseases
✦ Chronic ulcers and wound healing
✦ Regenerative dermatology
✦ Hair restoration
✦ Facial rejuvenation
✦ Thread-lift techniques
✦ Dermatopathology
✦ Clinical outcome assessment
✦ Medical education and postgraduate training
Treatment Philosophy
Dr. Tahir Kamal believes that successful dermatological care begins with listening carefully to the patient and establishing the correct diagnosis. He develops individualized treatment plans according to the patient’s condition, age, skin type, lifestyle and treatment goals.
His practice is guided by the following principles:
❖ Accurate diagnosis
❖ Evidence-based treatment
❖ Individualized patient care
❖ Patient safety and confidentiality
❖ Ethical and transparent counselling
❖ Natural, balanced and long-lasting aesthetic results
Whether treating a complex medical skin disorder or performing an aesthetic procedure, his objective is to provide safe, responsible and scientifically grounded care while maintaining the patient’s confidence and individuality.
Consultations and Appointments
Prof. Dr. Tahir Kamal provides consultations for medical dermatology, hair and nail disorders, dermatosurgery, lasers, aesthetic medicine and regenerative treatments.
Skin Life Clinic, Lahore
Consultation Fee: PKR 4,500
Integrated Medical Care – IMC DHA, Lahore
Consultation Fee: PKR 5,000
Appointments are available by prior booking.