HYDERABAD, Telangana: The Telangana Medical Council (TGMC) has initiated proceedings against multiple skin and hair care establishments in Hyderabad after inspections allegedly uncovered unauthorised medical practices, including treatments being offered without qualified dermatologists, aesthetic procedures performed by dental practitioners, and online consultations conducted without proper clinical registration.
According to reports, the inspections were conducted on June 10, 2026, at clinics located in Kondapur, Hyderabad, as part of TGMC's efforts to identify unauthorised medical practices and ensure compliance with applicable healthcare regulations.
According to NewsMeter, the inspection team included Dr. A. Sunny Davis, Chairman of TGMC's Legal and Anti-Quackery Committee, Dr. Vishnu Kadali, Executive Committee Member, and co-opted member Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh. Doctors Karthik Nagula and Jalagam Vijay were present as witnesses during the inspections.
TGMC found that Traya Hairloss Solutions was offering treatment for hair loss through online consultations without proper clinical registration and in the absence of qualified dermatologists. A report by South First highlighted that the Council's concerns centred on the alleged provision of hair loss treatment through an online consultation model that lacked the involvement of qualified dermatologists and appropriate clinical registration.
The Council also stated that Neoskin Clinic was providing skin and hair-related treatments without the presence of a qualified dermatologist and without obtaining the requisite permissions from the competent authorities.
At Ora Aesthetics, TGMC found that aesthetic procedures relating to skin and hair were being carried out by dental practitioners. According to the Council, these practices raised concerns regarding the scope of practice and compliance with applicable regulations.
According to The Hindu, skin and hair treatments allegedly offered without qualified dermatologists, aesthetic procedures related to skin and hair performed by dental practitioners, and online consultations provided without proper clinical registration were among the irregularities detected during the inspections.
Based on the findings, TGMC said it would initiate proceedings against the entities concerned under Sections 34 and 54 of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, along with other applicable legal provisions.
According to The Times of India, registered medical practitioners found facilitating, promoting, or associating with unauthorised medical practices could face disciplinary proceedings under the Medical Ethics Regulations. Such action may include suspension of their licence to practise following due inquiry.
The Council also stated that it would recommend to the Hyderabad District Collector and the District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) that establishments engaged in unauthorised medical activities be sealed and that legal action be initiated against the management concerned in the interest of public health and patient safety.
Dermatologists are medical doctors who undergo specialised training in diagnosing and treating diseases affecting the skin, hair, and nails. Regulatory bodies emphasise that medical treatments should be delivered within the scope of recognised qualifications and in compliance with applicable laws governing healthcare practice.
The National Medical Commission Act, 2019, includes provisions intended to address unauthorised medical practice and protect patient safety. State medical councils periodically conduct inspections to identify healthcare establishments operating in violation of these regulations.
The Council has initiated proceedings based on its findings and has recommended further action against establishments found to be engaged in unauthorised medical activities.
(Rh/MSM)