Skin Health
Our Skin Health centre provides consultant-led diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of dermatological conditions for adults and children. Whether you’re experiencing new skin symptoms, are seeking reassurance about a mole, or are living with a serious condition, our specialists provide fast, personalised care.
Why choose Welbeck for private dermatology care?
At Welbeck, you’ll benefit from consultant-led expertise, supported by state-of-the-art diagnostics and advanced treatment technologies, including mole-mapping, biopsy, and laser and light-based therapies. With everything under one roof, our service ensures fast, seamless access to assessment, testing, and treatment, all on the same day where possible. From the first consultation, your journey is tailored to your needs, whether you require expert diagnosis of a complex skin condition, ongoing management for a chronic issue, or aesthetic treatments to restore your confidence in your appearance. Within our calm and contemporary facilities, you’ll experience compassionate, personalised care, and the reassurance that you’re in expert hands at every stage.
40+
of the UK's most talented dermatologists
500+
years of combined dermatology experience
6000
sq ft of dedicated space - Europe's largest private dermatology centre
Dermatology conditions & symptoms we treat
Our consultant dermatologists diagnose and treat the full spectrum of skin and hair conditions, as well as allergy-related skin disorders, and take a multidisciplinary approach to management.
Dermatology tests & treatments
Every patient journey begins with a detailed consultation and, where necessary, diagnostic investigations. Treatment options span the full range of evidence-based dermatological therapies and treatments, from topical solutions to surgical procedures.
TreatmentSkin HealthCurettage and Cautery of LesionsCurettage and cautery is a type of electrosurgery where a skin lesion is scraped off, and heat is applied to the skin’s surface to stop any bleeding.
TreatmentSkin HealthExcision of a Skin LesionAn excision of a skin lesion is a minor surgical procedure in which a skin lesion — such as a mole, cyst, or skin tag — is completely cut out.
TreatmentSkin HealthExcisional BiopsyAn excisional biopsy is a simple surgical procedure in which an entire area of abnormal skin tissue — such as a lump, skin lesion, or suspicious swelling — is removed for analysis.
TreatmentSkin HealthMohs Micrographic SurgeryMohs micrographic surgery is used to remove skin cancers in precise, staged layers.
TreatmentSkin HealthLumps and Bumps Removal SurgeryLumps and bumps removal surgery, also known as excision, is a procedure to remove noncancerous lumps on or under your skin.
TestImaging & DiagnosticsCT ScanCT (computed tomography) is a specialised imaging test that uses X-ray beams to create detailed cross-sectional pictures of the body.
TestSkin HealthMole CheckAt Welbeck, our leading dermatologists check and assess both symptomatic and asymptomatic moles, as well as other skin marks, to identify and monitor changes.
TestImaging & DiagnosticsBlood Tests and PathologyBlood and pathology tests are a vital part of detecting, diagnosing, and treating conditions.
TestSkin HealthMole MappingWe're proud to offer the most advanced form of 360° mole mapping available in the UK.
TreatmentSkin HealthCryotherapy of LesionsCryotherapy of lesions is a minimally invasive treatment where skin lesions are frozen using extremely cold substances such as liquid nitrogen.
Our dermatology specialists
Our consultants are leaders in their fields, combining deep clinical expertise with a genuine dedication to patient care. Working collaboratively across specialties they provide comprehensive care for every patient.
Dr Sophie FarooqueConsultant Allergist
Dr Emma CraythorneConsultant Dermatologist
Dr Rakesh AnandConsultant Dermatologist
Dr Suchitra ChinthapalliConsultant Dermatologist
Dr Kapil BhargavaConsultant Dermatologist & Dermatologic Surgeon
Dr Wedad AbdelrahmanConsultant Dermatologist
Professor Hiva FassihiConsultant Dermatologist
Dr Ien ChanConsultant Dermatologist
Dr Natalie AttardConsultant Dermatologist
Our Dermatology centres
Care is available at our state-of-the-art Dermatology centre in London. Use the map to find your nearest Welbeck location and plan your visit.
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Refer a patient
At Welbeck, we’re committed to ensuring the referral process is smooth and efficient. We welcome referrals from GPs and other healthcare professionals and aim to offer same-day or next-day appointments where possible.
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Frequently asked questions
You can book directly with each of our centres by phone or email, and you may also be able to book online. You can find contact details for this centre at the top of the page, and more information about becoming a patient on our accessing private healthcare page.
Yes, but only for certain services. Some consultations, assessments, and treatments can be booked directly, while others require a GP or specialist referral. Please check the relevant service page for guidance, and contact the centre if you’re unsure.
We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, and many services have same-day or next-day availability. Waiting times vary depending on the appointment type, specialty, and consultant availability, but our team will always offer the earliest suitable appointment.
Yes. You can arrange an appointment for a family member, or someone you care for, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll need their details and consent to complete the booking, unless you're their legal guardian or have power of attorney.
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