Doctor Guruputra M Kamoji

Late Dr. Guruputra M. Kamoji

22/06/1946 - 09/04/2024

Late Dr. Guruputra M Kamoji

Our Founder

Sparsh Skin, Hair & Laser Clinic was started on 2nd of May 1990 at Gokak, Belgaum district in Karnataka by Late Dr. Guruputra M. Kamoji. He completed his MBBS from a Government Medical college (KMC, Hubli) and completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum. With service as the sole motto, Late Dr Guruputra toiled hard to relieve patients from their skin diseases and also to create awareness among the public so that patients could have a normal social life. He was actively involved in conducting numerous free skin camps for patients of the nearby talukas and also in creating awareness about HIV & STIs. In appreciation for the same, 2 documentaries were also filmed on him. Apart from winning numerous prizes, Dr. G M Kamoji was also awarded with DOCTOR OF THE MILLENIUM in the year 2000. Dr .G.M Kamoji left for heavenly abode on 9th April 2024. His legacy is now continued by his son Dr. Sushruth Kamoji.

Doctor Sushruth Kamoji

Dr. Sushruth Kamoji

MBBS | DDVL | Fellow Dermsurg

Dr Sushruth Kamoji

Dermatologist In Belgaum

Charmed by the field of Dermatology, Dr. GM Kamoji’s younger child, Dr. Sushruth stepped into Medicine. He completed his MBBS from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum, and pursued a Post Graduate Diploma in Dermatology from the prestigious Madras Medical College, Chennai. After completing his post-graduation, Dr. Sushruth Kamoji undertook a Fellowship in Dermato-Surgery at the renowned Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Following his training, Dr. Sushruth worked as a Dermatologist at the Govt. Medical College, Belagavi Institute of Medical Sciences for more than 9 years. Simultaneously, he started his private practice at Sparsh Skin, Hair & Laser Clinic Belgaum on 21st August 2013. He is now dedicated to full-time private practice, bringing the same ideals imbibed from his father. Even at a young age, Dr. Sushruth has won many awards, including the prestigious P S Ranganathan Memorial award, and has a publications to his credit.

Dr. Shashikala, W/O Dr. G.M Kamoji and Dr. Vidya R. Y, D/O Dr. G.M Kamoji, have been the pillars of this foundation of Sparsh, despite their own busy schedules. Their unwavering support and encouragement led to the opening of the first branch of Sparsh in Belgaum, which is not just a Dermatology clinic but also caters to today’s era of cosmetology and dermato-surgery. We aim to provide the luxuries of a metropolitan city at the prices of a small town. So, come and be a part of the change.

  1. Moderator at Dermacon for Nursing in Dermatology

    Moderated a session on innovative approaches in acne management, enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing among dermatology professionals.

  2. Moderator at CUTICON Belagavi

    Moderated a session on acne management, fostering collaboration among dermatology professionals.

  3. Research on Photostable Gold Sunscreen

    Conducted research on the efficacy of a photostable gold sunscreen and Baicapil formulation for treating telogen effluvium.

  4. Invited Faculty for CMEs

    Participated as an invited faculty member in CMEs focused on leprosy in Mumbai and Mysore.

  5. CME Speaker on Leprosy and Fractional Lasers

    Delivered educational talks on fractional lasers and advancements in leprosy treatment.

  6. 3rd Prize at World Congress of Cosmetic Dermatology

    Received recognition for an e-poster comparing digital and microscopic image capture.

  7. Invited Speaker at Dermatology 2016

    Gave a lecture on advancements in dermatological practices at the Chicago conference.

  8. International Congress of Dermatology Presentation

    Presented on evolving trends of leprosy in the pre and post-elimination era.

  9. Galderma PG Grant Award

    Honored with the Galderma grant for contributions to postgraduate dermatological education.

  10. Poster Presentation Winner

    Awarded 2nd prize for a poster on angiosarcoma of the scalp at Dermazone South, Mysore.

  11. P.S. Ranganathan Memorial Award

    Received a gold medal at the IASSTD National Conference for impactful study on partner notification and treatment strategies in venereology.

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