Dr. Bhatia's Bio
Dr. Bhatia is an internationally recognized expert in dermatologic, laser, and cosmetic surgery. His clinical expertise includes Mohs and reconstructive surgery, skin cancer prevention and therapy, laser surgery, skin resurfacing procedures, and cosmetic procedures including lasers, fillers, and neuromodulators. He also has a special interest in restorative procedures for adults and children with burns, surgical scars, and traumatic scars.
He has published extensively in journals and textbooks, and is a sought-after teacher and speaker. Through clinical research, publications, public service initiatives, and the use of innovative educational technologies, Dr. Bhatia has made a broad range of intellectual and practical contributions to the field. One such contribution was co-founding the Chief Academy, a leadership workshop for residents designed to provide formal mentorship in business and the clinical setting.
Dr. Bhatia is involved in the inception and development of numerous drugs and devices that have come to market over the last decade. He works with engineers, basic scientists, and researchers to advance technologies that can improve lives. He has helped scientists through the processes of patent, funding, development, and commercialization of new products. Recent innovations brought to market include lasers for both functional and aesthetic applications, devices and injections for adipose reduction, and devices used for autologous regeneration of tissue and skin repigmentation with numerous clinical applications, including burns, trauma, and surgical reconstruction.
He founded the Department of Clinical Research for an 800+ physician group where he oversaw clinical trials across 15 specialties. He was appointed as chairperson for the organization’s charitable initiatives, which included serving the greatest needs of the local community (healthcare delivery, food insecurity, and shelter assistance).
Dr. Bhatia received his medical degree from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honors society and earned awards for both achievement and service. He completed his residency in Dermatology at the Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, where he served as Chief Resident. Subsequently, he completed an intensive fellowship in Mohs Surgery, Cutaneous Oncology, Reconstruction, Cosmetic & Laser Surgery at SkinCare Physicians in Boston, Mass., under the direction of the leaders in the field from Boston University, Harvard University, and Yale University School of Medicine.
Dr. Bhatia is an Associate Professor of Clinical Dermatology at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine. He also serves on faculty at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, where he teaches hands-on skills in dermatologic surgery, lasers, and aesthetics.
Dr. Bhatia’s memberships include the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), and the American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS). He served on the board of directors of the ASDS and ASLMS. He also served as a web editor and on the editorial board of JAMA Dermatology.
Dr. Bhatia also serves on the Editorial Board of Practical Dermatology. He is an Assistant Editor for Practice Update and serves on the International Editorial Board for the Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery.