DHI Medical Group Honored with Prestigious Economic Times Award – Received by Dr. Kuntal Deb Barma

DHI Medical Group has added another feather to its cap by winning the “Excellence in Clinical Services, Dermatology & Cosmetology” award at the Economic Times Healthcare Awards 2025. Dr. Kuntal Deb Barma, medical director received the honor on behalf of the DHI™ team at the Grand Award Distribution Ceremony, held on 5th September 2025 at Hyatt Regency, New Delhi.

About The Economic Times Healthcare Awards 2025

The Economic Times Healthcare Awards, now in its fifth edition, celebrate leaders and organizations that are redefining healthcare in the country. The event highlights outstanding work in medical research, clinical practice, and technique-driven healthcare solutions. The platform brings together diverse contributors such as doctors, hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, health-tech companies, and service providers working toward better outcomes for patients nationwide.

What makes this recognition truly special is the rigorous evaluation process led by a distinguished jury of healthcare leaders. Members included Sujaya Krishnan, Former Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare; Dr. K. Madangopal, Advisor & Head of Public Health Administration at NHSRC; and Dr. Sunil K. Khetrapal, Deputy Director General at The Association of Healthcare Providers (India), among others.

With judging criteria emphasizing innovation, impact, and the ability to push boundaries, the award is reserved only for the most exceptional contributions in the healthcare sector.

Why DHI Medical Group Was Recognized

DHI Medical Group has a legacy of more than fifty years of setting global benchmarks in hair restoration and cosmetology. Today, we are the world’s largest chain of hair transplant clinics. DHI™ is trusted by more than 500,000 patients across India and worldwide. The clinic’s reputation rests on the commitment to advanced technique, research-driven solutions, and consistently natural-looking results.

DHI Medical Group introduced the Direct Hair Implantation (DHI™) technique in 2005, setting a new benchmark in hair transplant and restoration, which is now regarded as the gold standard in hair transplant and restoration. Every hair transplant clinic follows standardized protocols and ethical practices. DHI™ is backed by internationally recognized certifications such as UK CQC, ISO, TUV–Austria, ACHS–Australia, and DHI is not only the first hair transplant clinic but also the first dermatology clinic in India to receive the NABH Accreditation and certification, with certificate number 0001. DHI Medical Group has the world’s largest hair restoration training academy. Trained surgeons perform every procedure to ensure safety, quality, and outcomes that patients can rely on.

Dr. Kuntal Deb Barma’s Guidance and Representation

At the award ceremony, Dr. Kuntal Deb Barma, Medical Director of DHI Medical Group received the award on behalf of DHI Medical Group. He is a seasoned hair transplant surgeon with 12 years of experience who has performed more than 3,000 procedures. Since 2012, Dr. Kuntal has been performing hair transplants from the DHI™ clinic in Kolkata, India. His expertise spans scalp, beard, mustache, eyebrow, and body hair treatments. His case studies on beard restoration are recognized among the best in the world

Dr. Kuntal is a Master Trainer with DHI™ India and the DHI™ International Training Academy. He has trained physicians from several countries. Dr. Kuntal is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD) and a member of the Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons (India), the International Society of Cosmetic Dermatology, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the Association of Cutaneous Surgeons of India. Currently, he serves as the Convener of the Hair Transplant & Trichology wing of the Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists, and Leprologists (IADVL). His research initiatives and active presence at international conferences greatly enrich the field.

Recognition That Fuels Our Commitment to Patients

Winning the Economic Times Award is a proud milestone for everyone at DHI Medical Group. It reflects our team’s dedication to excellence and reinforces our promise to provide patients with safe, effective treatments they can trust.

Awards of this kind act as a yardstick for the industry by showing what good cosmetology should look like in practice. They also help people identify hair transplant service providers who are committed to safety, ethical practices, and reliable results.

If you are struggling with hair loss, book a consultation with DHI India and take the first step toward a safe, permanent solution.