World Skin Day 2025 Celebration at Dr. Moopen’s Medical College 
On the occasion of World Skin Day 2025, Dr. Moopen’s Medical College, in association with Aster Volunteers, the Department of Dermatology, Kerala Beautician Association, and Kerala Barbers and Beauticians Association, organized a special dermatology awareness event in Wayanad.
A gathering of beauticians from across the district was held, featuring an informative Dermatology Awareness Session and the distribution of special privilege cards to beauticians and their families.
The program and privilege card distribution were inaugurated by Mr. U. Basheer, Executive Trustee of Dr. Moopen’s Medical College.
Mr. Soopy Kallankodan, DGM – Administration, led the program and delivered the welcome address.
The initiative was supported and blessed by:
• Dr. Elisabeth Joseph, Principal, Dr. Moopen’s Medical College
• Dr. Sara Chandy, HOD – General Medicine
• Dr. Arun Aravind, Additional Medical Superintendent
• Dr. Jaydev Batukar, HOD, Department of Dermatology
• Dr. Pamela and Dr. Abagha, Department of Dermatology
• In the presence of Dr. Shanavas Palliyal, DGM – Operations and Mr. Usman, Finance Head
A highly engaging interactive session followed, where beautician members had a lively Q&A with the dermatology team.
The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks by Mrs. Sangeetha, Head – HR.
A big thank you to all participants for making this event a success and for spreading awareness on skin health and hygiene!
