A consummate professional with a rare blend of experience, innovation, competence, and international repute, Dr. Simal Soin’s affability sets her in a league of her own.

Dr. Simal Soin is one of India’s best skin specialists and is known all over the world for her expertise. AKARA is her brainchild. AKARA clinics are currently located in Delhi and Ludhiana with other locations in the offing. Her relentless pursuit of excellence resulted in the creation of AKARA a state-of-the-art clinic where the latest techniques from around the globe are skillfully used, to redefine the very boundaries of cosmetic dermatology.

After her sojourn in the UK, Dr. Soin decided to bring the expertise she had amassed, back to India. Since her return, Dr. Soin has spent the last 25 years honing her skills by practicing cosmetic dermatology using the latest international techniques and procedures.

While Dr. Soin specializes in treatments for pigmentation, acne, acne scarring, stretch marks, skin tightening, and more, her true prowess lies in body contouring and weight management solutions. She believes in the concept of low-impact cosmetic procedures which cause minimal pain and discomfort. These procedures now have globally proven efficacy in helping people look their best by non-invasive and non-surgical means.

She has an extensive client base from across the world and is adept at treating different skin types—Caucasian, Oriental, Asian, Hispanic, and African. With over 1200 thermage treatments, pioneering weight management, and body contouring treatments under her belt, Dr. Soin is a Key Opinion Leader in Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetics. She regularly trains doctors from across the world on Emtone, Ballancer, Emsculpt, and other treatments.

EDUCATION
Deeply driven by a desire to make beauty simpler and more natural, Dr. Soin earned her basic medical qualification in India and continued her education and training in Dermatology and Cosmetic Dermatology in the United Kingdom.

In her six years in the UK, she earned a post-graduate degree from St. John’s Institute of Dermatology and an MPhil degree from Cambridge for her research work. This was a collaborative project researched at Addenbrookes hospital, Cambridge, and Papworth Hospital, one of Europe’s premier heart and lung transplant centres.

ACHIEVEMENTS
During her research stint, she was also conferred with several research awards and fellowships. Aside from conventional therapeutics, she gained vast experience in cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic body contouring.

Over the past 25 years, Dr. Soin has been featured regularly in television shows, newspapers, and magazine articles where her opinion on skincare, haircare, and weight loss is keenly sought after. She is also the dermatology influencer for Proctor and Gamble, India.

In addition, she also advises corporates on setting up medical spas and has launched several commercial skin care products and oral supplements.

Her extensive expertise in the field of cosmetic dermatology makes her presence a must on any skincare panel of repute. She is regularly invited to give talks on various aspects of skin care issues and anti-ageing, nationally and internationally.

In 2004, DD Metro adjudged her to be the ‘Superachiever of the Year’ in the field of Dermatology. She is among the most experienced, and most-quoted Cosmetic Dermatologists in Indian media.

A seasoned nutritionist with 20 years of experience to her credit, Dr Shweta is known for her outstanding understanding of weight management, therapeutics nutrition and holistic wellness. She has a master’s degree in Food and Nutrition from Rajasthan University, with a dedicated inclination towards fitness & preventive healthcare. Owing to her unparalleled expertise in weight loss technologies, especially body contouring & shaping, Dr Shweta has garnered countless satisfied clients. She is also highly acclaimed for her customised & scientific diet plans to remedy lifestyle disorders like obesity, hypertension, thyroid, diabetes, PCOD, menopause concerns & digestive disorders. She believes in the motto “food is medicine” and takes this ahead by prescribing food solutions including balanced diet plans, crucial for sustainable weight loss. Her expansive knowledge of both nutrition & technology goes hand-in-hand to curate optimal weight loss plans, designed specifically for each client.

Dr. Jastinder Gill is a senior dermatologist and cosmetologist with an enriching experience of more than 20 years.

She is a keen observer and believes in imbibing new techniques and treatments, having been associated with Apollo Hospitals, Ludhiana for a long period of time. She is also one of the few Indian doctors to have had a chance to visit Johns Hopkins, Skin & Cosmetology centre, USA.

She is well trained in all types of laser treatments (Nd YAG, CO2, QSwitched Nd YAG, Diode, Alexandrite, IPL, Erbium YAG), Radio Frequency, Botox, Fillers, Micro-needling, Microdermabrasion etc.

Dr Gill is admired by her patients, across Punjab, for her holistic approach towards their skin and hair needs. She also believes in spreading awareness and educating people about their skin and hair care. She is the author of the book titled ‘be Beautiful’,which is a handy reference to understand common skin and hair problems along with their treatments. She regularly writes in newspapers, has participated in television discussions and delivered talks at various forums.

Dr. Gill has been actively involved in various social work activities, having held the position of secretary and president of Inner Wheel Club, Patiala Midtown.

Dr. Niti Kukreja is an expert in medical aesthetics, face contouring and non-surgical face lifts. After completing her graduation in medicine from New Delhi and post graduation from United Kingdom, she has amassed a vast experience in various aspects of cosmetic dermatology.

With her former experience as a trainer at Allergan Inc., she has trained more than 500 doctors, both in India and abroad, in Fillers, Botox and other injectables.

She is known for achieving natural results in the most pleasant manner, with almost no pain or downtime. She is very passionate about facial aesthetics and sees her treatments as a gateway for restoring one’s self-esteem, personal confidence and boost to one’s potential. She is known for her open and fair approach and likes treats every patient like a family.