
About Rakesh Anand
Dr Rakesh Anand is a Consultant Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital and Honorary Consultant at Moorfields Eye Hospital. He has expertise in all aspects of general and cosmetic dermatology but specialises in skin cancer and Mohs surgery.
Dr Anand attended University College London Medical School before completing speciality training at renowned hospitals in London, including the Royal London and the Royal Free. He then went on to undertake a prestigious fellowship in Mohs micrographic and laser surgery at the St John's Institute of Dermatology.
Dr Anand has been recognised by both colleagues and patients for his attention to detail in providing the best patient care possible. He is also known for his sensitive and approachable manner. He is dedicated to helping his patients achieve optimal skin health, and he takes a holistic approach to care - informed by his training in psychology and behavioural neuroscience. He remains active in dermatological research and has received numerous awards for his work.
Clinical Posts:
Consultant Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon at Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospital
Honorary Consultant Dermatologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital
Patient Testimonials:
“Dr Rakesh Anand was professional, friendly and reassuring. He saw me on time, was clear and honest about the range of treatment options and I left feeling very much better informed. He had an excellent bedside manner. I very much felt I could trust him and that I was in safe hands. I would highly recommend Dr Anand to others.”
“Dr Anand is an incredible dermatologist and an extremely empathetic person. He has cured my adult acne, which I have with on and off suffered for 15-20 years, with a treatment which had never been offered to me before. My self-esteem was very low before seeing Dr Anand and now, having worked together on a treatment plan and a new skincare routine, I feel happy and confident again. I can't recommend Dr Anand enough and I feel exceedingly grateful to have found him.”
Expertise
- General Dermatology
- Including Acne
- Ezcema and Psoriasis
- Skin Cancer (Early Detection and Treatment)
- Skin Cancer Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Skin Surgery
- Cosmetic Lesion Removal
- Muscle Relaxing Injections (Botox)
- and Mole Checks
Overview
- Age of patients seen
- All ages
- Languages spoken
- English
- Online profiles
- Research highlights
Notable Publications:
Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer. Mohs Surgery (book chapter), Anand. R.L. & Mallipeddi. R. 2022
The utility of negative histopathological analysis of debulk specimens during Mohs micrographic surgery for basal cell carcinoma. Kwan. Z, Anand R.L, Mallipeddi. R, Ali. F.R. Br J Dermatol. 2022
Practical Nephrology. Dermatology in Kidney disease (book chapter) pp 525-536. Ismail. F. & Anand. R.L. 2022
Mohs surgery as an aid to optimising cosmetic outcomes in facial surgery. Opinions and Progress in Cosmetic Dermatology. Anand. R.L. & Craythorne. E. 2021
Treating Primary Hyperhidrosis. Aesthetics Journal. Anand. R.L. & Craythorne. E. 2021
Essentials of Physical Health in Psychiatry. Dermatology: Recognising Acute Skin Conditions That Really Matter (book chapter). Anand. R.L, Kentley. J, Hong. A. & Ahmed. A. 2021
Identification of Incidental Skin Cancers Among Adults Referred to Dermatologists for Suspicious Skin Lesions. JAMA Netw Open. Omara, S, Wen. D, Ng. B, Anand. R.L, Matin. R.N, Taghipour. K & Esdaile. B. 2020
- Professional memberships
British Association of Dermatologists
Royal College Physicians
British Society Dermatological Surgery
British Cosmetic Dermatology Group
European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
- Certifications and Awards
British Association of Dermatologists Travel Fellowship
British Society for Skin Care in Immunosuppressed Individuals trainee prize
Hugh Wallace annual prize, Royal Society of Medicine
Consultations and services
- Self-pay available from £295
- Health insurance
- Self-pay available from £275
- Health insurance
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- Cigna International
- Henner
- Healix
- Allianz Partners
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