Dermatologist – Hardy Oak
Dr. Ruchi Bhandari is a board-certified dermatologist dedicated to helping patients feel confident and radiant at every age. She earned both her MD and PhD in Neural and Behavioral Sciences through the prestigious physician-scientist program at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, where she was awarded the William Montagna Award for Excellence in Dermatologic Research. She completed her dermatology residency at the University at Buffalo and the University of North Carolina.
Dr. Bhandari takes a whole-person approach to skin health. As a plant-based physician, she believes that nutrition and lifestyle are powerful tools for achieving healthy, vibrant skin. Her practice focuses on skin longevity — offering regenerative treatments such as PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor) therapy and biostimulatory injections like Sculptra to naturally restore collagen and keep skin looking refreshed. Her goal is not to erase age but to help patients embrace aging gracefully with subtle, authentic results.
Passionate about lifelong learning, Dr. Bhandari regularly attends national dermatology meetings and leads a monthly journal club to review the latest research from JAAD, JAMA Dermatology, and Dermatologic Surgery. This commitment ensures her patients receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care.
She is married to an anesthesiologist, and together they have two beautiful boys who keep them busy and inspired. Outside of the office, Dr. Bhandari enjoys cooking plant-based meals, traveling, and exploring the science of wellness and longevity. (Fun fact: she and her husband once appeared on a re-run of The Newlywed Game Show in 2011!) You can follow get on Instagram @dr.r.bhandari
Dr. Bhandari’s Educational Background
Dr. Bhandari was born in India and came to the US with her parents and two sisters at 6 months of age. She grew up in Staten Island, NY and completed her Bachelors in Science in both Biochemistry and Chemistry at the Honors College at the City University of New York, College of Staten Island in 2003. She was then accepted into a combined physician scientist training program at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center. This program combines the complete training of medicine, culminating in the MD degree, along with intensive research, which Dr. Bhandari focused her research in learning and memory under the direction of Dr. Todd Sacktor and obtained her PhD in Neural and Behavioral Sciences.
While in the graduate portion of her studies, her father developed bullous pemphigoid, an immunoblistering disorder which peaked her interest in Dermatology. She did her internship in Medicine at Staten Island University Hospital, joined the dermatology residency training program at the University of Buffalo and then completed the final two years of her training at the University of North Carolina.
You may see Dr. Bhandari and her husband on a re-run of the Newlywed game show!
Patient Testimonial
"I’m Teresa M. Greenblum: I have had an excellent experience from all the staff, specially from Dr. Rachna Bhandari, with an outstanding diagnosis follow up, with so much kindness. Her professionalism and knowledge regarding my skin desease provide me all the healing treatment that gave the actual solution for my skin condition. Many thanks"
Schedule Your Dermatology Consultation In San Antonio!
Dr. Rachna Bhandari serves patients at our Hardy Oak location for PRP, Ear Lobe Repair and Miradry. Call 210.370.9995 to schedule your consultation today.
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8am – 5pm
Friday: 8am – 12pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
(Lunch: 12:30pm – 1:30pm)