Profile Overview
Dr. Praneet Awake
MBBS, DNB (Dermatology)
Associate Professor
praneet.awake@smcw.siu.edu.in
MMC-2017010116
18-08-2020
Research Publication
| Title / Topic | Role | Journal / Conference | Date / Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| When the Rare Mimics the Common: Nodular Melanoma masquerading as Pigmented BCC | Author | Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | 2025 |
| Enigma of Folliculitis Decalvans in Two Pediatric Sisters, Treated with Low-Dose Isotretinoin and Erythromycin | Author | Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | May 2025 |
| Case Series Deciphering the enigma of glomus tumors: A case series | Author | Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology | Nov 2024 |
| The Mystery of an Ulcerated Plaque Over Vulva in a 62-year-old Woman | Author | Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | Sep 2024 |
| Testicular Regression Syndrome: Histopathological Evaluation of 20 cases from Rural India with Review of Literature | Author | Medical Journal of Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | Apr 2024 |
| The Prevalence of Dry Eye in patients with Psoriasis attending a tertiary care hospital in Western Maharashtra | Author | Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology | Mar 2024 |
| A clinico-epidemiological study of breast eczema sparing nipple and areola from a tertiary care hospital in western Rajasthan | Author | Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology | Dec 2023 |
| Pemphigus vulgaris in a neonate born to a mother with pemphigus vulgaris: A case report | Author | Clinical Case Reports | Dec 2023 |
| A Case of Lepromatous Leprosy with Laryngeal Involvement Presenting as Dysphonia | Author | Indian Journal of Leprosy | Mar 2023 |
| The Mystery of an Asymptomatic Peri-Orbital Subcutaneous Nodule in a Patient from Western India | Author | Indian Journal of Dermatology | Feb 2023 |
Clinical & Community Engagement
- Awareness program on Leprosy for patients and relatives in local language on the occasion of World Leprosy Day (31st January) at SMCW Pune
- Awareness program on Vitiligo for patients and relatives in local language on the occasion of World Vitiligo Day (25th June) at SMCW Pune
- Awareness program on Psoriasis for patients and relatives in local language on the occasion of World Psoriasis Day (28th October) at SMCW Pune
- Participation in Health camps
- Participation in blood donation camps
- Contributed as COVID warrior during pandemic from 2020- 2021
Leadership & Committees & Administrative Roles
- Member of Curriculum committee at SMCW Pune
- Member Secretary Monthly Clinical Meet committee at SMCW Pune
- Member of IADVL
- Member of ACSI
- International Dermoscopy Society Member
Teaching & Mentoring Highlights
- Mentoring and teaching students at SMCW Pune
- MMC observer for MAPCON Oct 2023
- Faculty as Judge for Award Paper session at Kerala CUTICON Nov 2023 Kollam
- Quiz Master for IADVL-GSK PG QUIZ at Kerala CUTICON Nov 2023 Kollam.
- Quiz Master for IADVL-GSK PG QUIZ at Odisha CUTICON Dec 2024 Puri.
- Panelist for IADVL Maharashtra webiner “Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reations” on topic “Management of SJS/TEN”
Awards, Honors & Recognition
- Gold medal by IADVL Telangana and 1st Prize in Award Paper presentation on “A cross-sectional analysis distinguishing between dermoscopic patterns of psoriasis and lichen planus: A study of 80 patients.” in Telangana State CUTICON 2015 held at Marriot, Hyderabad.
- 2nd Prize in Award Paper presentation on “A Tale of H syndrome from H city - case report” in Dermazone South 2015 held at Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
- Winner of Dermatopathology Quiz in Dermazone South 2015 held at Guntur, AP. Won 1 year free subscription of DermaPath Pro.
- 4th in ACSI Quiz held at ACSICON conference 2015 in Science City, Kolkata.
- 4th in ACSI Quiz held at ACSICON conference 2016 in Mahabaleshwar, Pune.
- 2nd in IADVL GSK QUIZ at State level in TS CUTICON 2015 held at Marriot, Hyderabad.
- Participant in TYZA Quiz competition in South zone at Chennai.
- Winner of online app quiz at mid-dermacon Navi Mumbai August 2017.
Skills & Additional Competencies
- Diagnosis and treatment of complex medical dermatology patients including immunobullous, connective tissue disorders, skin neoplasms, etc.
- Surgical excision of ingrown nails, moles, warts etc.
- Experience with cosmetic procedures including chemical peels, PRP, microdermabrasion, IPL and lasers.
- Performed cryosurgery, radiofrequency ablation, electro fulguration for pyogenic granuloma, excision of cysts, molluscum contagiosum, benign conditions like syringomas, cutaneous horns, lentigines, seborrhric keratosis etc.
- Chemical cautery for various procedures.
- Needling for vitiligo.
- Participated in various vitiligo surgeries like blister grafting, lip grafting etc.
- Surgical excision of mucosal cysts.
- Various intra lesional drugs like steroids, MMR, PPD etc. for various skin conditions.
- Performing various procedures for acne like subcision, dermaroller, cryotherapy, IPL, TCA cross and ILS for nodulocystic acne.
- Diagnosing, treating and counselling various STIs and HIV patients.
- Performing Biopsies for therapeutic and diagnosis like punch biopsy, excisional biopsies etc.
- Diagnosing and treating various leprosy patients in different clinical scenarios and different stages.
- Prescribing medications, helping in rehabilitation, counselling, guiding for self-care and avoidance of reactions for leprosy patients.
- Performing routine biopsies and slit skin smear for leprosy patients.
- Consistently recognized by patients for outstanding communication skills and overall compassionate care.
- Expertise in both clinical and basic scientific research.
- Compassionate personal service skills to explain complicated medical jargon in layman terms and to make patients feel comfortable.
- Critical thinking skills to weigh symptoms and determine what a patient most likely is suffering from.
- Diagnose numerous types of skin problems, including melanoma, blue nevi, psoriasis, lichen-planus, congenital nevi, and numerous other health problems.
- Perform a variety of treatments, and refer patients to the proper medical authority when something is beyond my means to treat.
- Prescribing medications, counselling patients on what they need to do in the future.
- Enthusiastic in participating and conducting new clinical research.
- Record health backgrounds of all patients to recommend certain tests and treatments.
Extracurricular & Co-Curricular Activities
- Cricket
- Trekking
- Visit to old age homes and orphanges.
Career Aspirations / Current Focus Areas
- To enhance clinical, academic, and research excellence in dermatology with a focus on lasers and aesthetic procedures.
- To advance dermatologic education and research while providing high-quality patient care.
- To develop expertise in procedural and aesthetic dermatology and mentor future dermatologists.
- To promote community dermatology through awareness, prevention, and patient education initiatives.
- To contribute to evidence-based dermatology and innovative teaching practices.