Dr. Shalini Batra is an amazing dermatologist as she is knowledgeable, professional and caring. She helped diagnose the source of a rash that no one else could figure out in almost 2 years. I was literally desperate for relief and she never gave up on me. I have now made her my regular dermatologist as I need regular skin exams as well... She is thorough and answers all my questions. read more

Although my procedure was considered minor, every visit to a medical facility is relative to one's prior personal experiences. All three of my visits to see Dr. Shalini Thareja Batra would score 5/5 stars. She is very calm, patient, and friendly. Stitches were tight and conducted during a soothing tone and conversation from a true professional. I highly recommend Dr. Shalini Thareja Batra and her team at Indigo Dermatology for your skin care. read more

Dr. Thareja is awesome!!! Super down to earth and listens intently to your concerns. Definitely recommend him for all your demonology needs

Do not go here for PRP Hair Injections, Dr. Shalani is mostly polite (and likely good in other areas), but should not be performing any procedures related to hair loss whatsoever, let me clarify: 1) PRP requires a double spin system to even be remotely effective. A clinical trial tested single vs double spin systems and found that there isn't ANY single spin systems able to achieve the platelet concentration utilized in the studies for efficacy. Single spin systems were shown to ONLY concentrate 0.5x baseline, every clinical trial requires 5-7x baseline concentration (and this is the requirement to actually be called "PRP" as 0.5x baseline is actually PPP (platelet poor plasma contaminated with RBCs, endotoxins, etc.)). The doctor uses a "regular" centrifuge as she called it (single spin system which no matter what cannot concentrate PRP to 5-7x baseline to be effective and uses gel vials to separate by density, where contamination with RBCs, endotoxins, etc. occurs, and it's all injected in your scalp). 2) ******The result of the above has caused extreme shedding/shock loss/TE (telogen effluvium), in the injection sites and surrounding areas. My hair was stable for 5+ years and in a month i've lost so much hair you can see my scalp. The hairline/sides have recessed significantly at ~ 1 inch, the crown area is see-through, etc. and the hair fal/thinning continues. This is not a result of a normal "shedding phase" after treatment stimulation, i've confirmed with another dermatologist who specializes in hair/hair restoration (a biopsy was taken) that this is TE/shock loss caused by injection of PPP (platelet poor plasma) due to the single spin system/method used, along with poor injection technique, and endotoxin/RBC contamination from the cheap $5 BD Vacutainers used (you can verify on BD's website that their Vacutainers are not endotoxin free). 3) Dr. Shalani (again although polite), seems to be very behind on the science for hair restoration. The above points 1) and 2) are clear indication, but further when asked about Minoxidil, she seems to believe Minoxidil has no side effects on collagen/facial aging, etc. I'm a clinician myself, aging as a side effect of Minoxidil has been proven by over 30 clinical studies, here are some: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8383644 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8112995 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8311472 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2826267 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2850865 Here's a summary as the science would likely bore most people: Minoxidil inhibits Lysyl Hydryoxylase, an important enzyme in collagen production, it stops fibroblasts from proliferating (dividing). This means you have a smaller fibroblast cell count. Most people putting minoxidil on twice a day every day are overdosing on the drug, especially if they are doing it for extended periods like 6-12 months. The sides tend to last for a few months to a few years after Minoxidil is removed from your system, because minoxidil is a free-radical and edits cells at a transcriptional level (basically giving you misfolded proteins, which takes a long time for your body to clean out). Lack of collagen means a paler skin tone, perhaps a greyish skin tone, dark circles around the eyes because your bones are showing through, forehead wrinkles, frizzier/darker hair, bushier looking eyebrows, and thinner eyelashes. While on minoxidil, you have little to no collagen in the skin. 4) I care about this the least, but they called me to confirm my appointment and scheduled me on a Saturday. I took the day off work, showed up and they were closed (the place is small, located in a main office building at the corner of the first floor). It just got worse from there, it took 2-3 visits just to get the procedure done (i should have known better from all the above points by then and not had it performed, but i guess you get to learn from my experience). read more

Went in for PRP scalp and could not be happier. The Nurse practitioner performed the service and doctor came in to see if I had any questions. I have already noticed less shedding of my hair and it has been about 1 month since my first treatment. I will definitely be back for more services at this office! read more

Had a really good experience and was very happy with the result of my treatment. There was a mix-up with my Living Social voucher purchase that was handled in a very satisfactory way. I would definitely go back. read more

I have had 2 great experiences with Dr. Thareja. Both times I had a spot I was concerned about and he was able to get me in quickly (same day for one of them). He is very professional, courteous, and personable. He is also knowlegable on lab costs and up front about his costs. I would highly reccomend Indigo Dermatology! read more

I'm in my early 20s with very little depression in my tear trough. I saved up about $400 and purchased the groupon for 1 syringe of restylane. When I went to Indigo Dermatology, not only was I taken advantage of because the doctor literally notified me in the middle of my procedure that there was a $75 consultation fee but also I was left looking worse than I came in! My left eye is significantly underfilled and my right eye is significantly overfilled with a bulge. I don't want to pay for hyaluronidase to dissolve the bulge, so now I have to deal with looking like I've been punched in the face. I wish I could post by before and after picture, just to show everyone how terrible I look (1 month post) and I cant afford to get the fillers removed or corrected. read more

I saw Indigo on Groupon & decided to call for appointment availability before purchasing. I was told to not purchase the Groupon, just make an appointment & they would give me a better deal. I wasn't given a better deal & they charged me an extra $75 consult fee which I was uninformed about, I have had derma fillers & Botox done many times by dermatologists & have never been charged a consult fee. Not only did I feel taken advantage of by being charged unexpected fees but it was the worst experience ever! I have had derma filler done & gone out to lunch with friends after & no one knew. I was a bloody swollen mess, it's 6 days later & I'm not comfortable being seen in public. I would never go back here & do not recommend anyone going here. read more

I'm a firm believer in preventative medicine and I consider myself to be very educated when it comes to the cosmetics side of dermatology. I was a regular with the PA that did my filler and botox for years and when she moved to Sarasota I found myself looking for my next "go to" doctor. I live on Davis Island so when I saw this office was in Channelside I thought it was worth a visit. I got restylane for my lips and dysport (first timer for dysport because I always had Botox) and I'm obsessed with the results. Let me tell you, when it comes to my lips I am critical of them not looking duck like. I have always had an idea in my head of what I wanted my lips to look like after filler and for the first time I actually achieved it. I've had filler mannnnny times before but trust me when I tell you- if you want to be confident that you will get the filler placed exactly in the right spot, Dr. Thareja is your doctor. The technique he used achieved the perfect shape and my boyfriend even noticed how much better they looked than before. Huge plus in my book. As far as the dysport, I was very clear that I did not want to look "witchy" meaning I didn't want crazy brows. I wanted my brows to raise slightly so I didn't have an angry resting face and also to help with migraines. Once again, amazing results. My face isn't frozen, it's just youthful. And I don't look angry anymore This doctor is very knowledgeable about the best techniques and the most effective way to achieve the results you desire. I couldn't rave more about this office and I'm definitely glad that I found this gem! Thank you! read more