Dr. Murlidhar Rajagopalan
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai• View Hospital★ Autoimmune Skin Disorders30+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSMD (Dermatology)Diploma in Clinical Immunology
Quick Facts
- Department
- Autoimmune Skin Disorders
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MD (Dermatology), Diploma in Clinical Immunology
- Experience
- 30+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Murlidhar Rajagopalan
Dr. Murlidhar Rajagopalan is a Senior Consultant Dermatologist at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai, with 30-38 years of experience, having established the Department of Dermatology at Apollo Hospitals Chennai in 1991. His core specialities include general and cosmetic dermatology, allergy and clinical immunology, and biological treatments in dermatology, which he was instrumental in introducing to India. He treats acne, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, and pemphigus vulgaris, alongside performing chemical peels, laser hair removal, and PRP for hair loss. Dr. Rajagopalan built the department into a team of eight specialised dermatologists and founded the Apollo Dermatology Forum for continuing medical education, training 30+ post-MD dermatologists. He completed his MBBS from Madras University in 1986, his MD in Dermatology from PGIMER Chandigarh in 1991, and a Diploma in Clinical Immunology, and holds international memberships with the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) and European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI).
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — Madras University, Chennai (1986)
MD (Dermatology) — PGIMER, Chandigarh (1991)
Diploma in Clinical Immunology
Clinical Career Timeline
Senior Consultant Dermatologist — Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai (since 1991)
Founder, Department of Dermatology, Apollo Hospitals Chennai (1991)
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
Founder, Apollo Dermatology Forum for continuing medical education, training 30+ post-MD dermatologists
International Member, European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) and European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI)
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Autoimmune Skin Disorders
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Core Speciality
Biologics in Dermatology
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Core Speciality
Allergy & Clinical Immunology
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Core Speciality
Cosmetic Dermatology
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Core Speciality
General Dermatology
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Acne, eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo treatmentFungal infections and skin biopsiesCryotherapy for warts and chemical peels
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries3 Procedures
Laser hair removal and scar/mole removalPRP for hair lossPemphigus vulgaris management
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Greams Road Chennai
21, Greams Lane, Off Greams Road Chennai Tamil Nadu 600006 India
JCI AccreditedNABH CertifiedMarlin Verified Partner
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What to Expect: Quaternary Clinical Procedures
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimally Invasive Specialty Surgery | $42,000 US/UK | $4,800 – $7,200 in India | 85% Less |
| Complex Quaternary Consultation & Workup | $4,500 US/UK | $450 – $800 in India | 84% Less |
| Advanced Robotic / Navigated Surgical Procedure | $58,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,800 in India | 84% Less |
| In-Hospital Specialized Recovery & Rehabilitation (7 Days) | $18,000 US/UK | $1,800 – $2,800 in India | 85% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Murlidhar Rajagopalan provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Murlidhar Rajagopalan specialise in?
Ans: He specialises in general and cosmetic dermatology, allergy and clinical immunology, and biological treatments for skin disorders.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Rajagopalan have?
Ans: He has 30-38 years of experience, having established the Department of Dermatology at Apollo Hospitals Chennai in 1991.
3Q: What is Dr. Rajagopalan's contribution to Indian dermatology?
Ans: He was instrumental in introducing biological treatments in dermatology in India and founded the Apollo Dermatology Forum for medical education.
4Q: Does Dr. Rajagopalan treat autoimmune skin conditions?
Ans: Yes, pemphigus vulgaris and other autoimmune skin disorders are part of his clinical practice.