Dr. Daphney Gracia Antony

Medical Director and Aesthetic Dermatologist at Belleza 360° Aesthetics

Dr. Daphney Gracia Antony is a distinguished Aesthetic Dermatologist and Hair Restoration Expert based in Chennai, renowned for her precision, artistry, and deep commitment to patient-centered aesthetic care. With over 12 years of experience and more than 5,000 aesthetic procedures performed, she has established herself as a trusted name in advanced aesthetic medicine. She currently practises at Belleza 360° Aesthetic & Anti-Ageing Centreat Chennai.

Her clinical expertise spans a comprehensive array of modern aesthetic treatments—including BTX, dermal fillers, full-face sculpting, thread lifts, laser procedures, hair restoration therapies, peels, semi permanent makeup, body contouring, and advanced anti-aging interventions. She is known for her signature approach of enhancing natural beauty while maintaining harmony, balance, and subtlety — delivering refreshed, confident, and extremely natural-looking results.

Dr. Daphney’s academic accomplishments are extensive and globally recognized. She holds an MBBS, a Diploma in Dermatology from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine from the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, a Master’s in Surgical Science from the University of Edinburgh. She is also Fellowship-trained in Aesthetic Medicine & holds multiple specialized diplomates in Trichology, Anti-Aging, and Regenerative Medicine.

She has trained under eminent international experts, including world-renowned Hollywood celebrity physician Dr. Krzysztof Gojdź, and continues to refine her skills through masterclasses across Europe, the U.S. and Australia. Dr. Daphney has over a decade of clinical practice, including tenures as a Consultant at Fortis Malar Hospital, Aesthetic Surgeon at VCare Aesthetics and a U.S. Healthcare Payment Integrity Physician dealing with Fortune 500 clients.

Known for her meticulous technique and patient rapport, Dr. Daphney maintains an exceptional 5/5 patient satisfaction rating across all treatments. Her philosophy emphasizes safe, ethical, and evidence-based aesthetic practice—empowering individuals to look confident . With a rare blend of medical expertise, artistic insight, and global training, she continues to elevate aesthetic care in Chennai, setting new standards for excellence as well as patient experience.

⚠️ Disclaimer

Nowhere does she state that she holds an MD Dermatology or any other equivalent Indian Post-graduate qualification. She claims her expertise in this specialty on the basis of her qualifications/trainings from Competent-authority countries and vast experience in the capacity of a specialist in the jurisdiction of Tamil Nadu Medical Council. She has trained extensively from six member countries of the Union Internationale de Médecine Esthétique which is the peak international body governing Aesthetic Medicine practice and is TNMC registered. 

Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - 2006 to 2012

Chengalpattu Government Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Masters in Surgical Science - 2014 to 2017

University Of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine - 2015 to 2019

American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM)

Fellowship in Aesthetic Medicine - 2018 to 2019

Universität Greifswald, Germany

MBA in Hospital and Health Systems Management - 2021 to 2023

Birla Institute of Technology And Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani)

Executive Program in Healthcare Business Analytics - 2023

Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode)

Sydney Child Health Program - 2022

University Of Sydney, Australia

Diploma in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine - 2022

The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)

Diploma in Dermatology - 2022 to 2023

Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI)

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Trichology - 2024

Indo-German Board of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery

Professional Certification in Dermatology - 2024

Bond University, Australia

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Best dermatologist in Chennai, Top skin doctor in Chennai, Experienced dermatologist Chennai, Skin specialist clinic Chennai, Leading dermatologist in Chennai, Trusted dermatologist Chennai

Experience

Medical Director and Aesthetic Dermatololgist - October 2024 till date

Belleza 360° Aesthetics, Chennai

Lead Physician and Trainer in US healthcare Payment Integrity - March 2021 to November 2024

EXL Health, Chennai

Aesthetic Surgeon - June 2019 to February 2021

VCare Hair & Skin Clinics, Chennai

Consultant - October 2018 to June 2019

Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai

General Practitioner - January 2015 to October 2018

Private Practice, Chennai

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