Skin cancers
What we do
We see a range of people with suspicious skin conditions within two weeks of GP referral. Our specialist skin-related cancer clinics offer quick diagnosis and assessment, including biopsies which are then instantly sent to our histopathology team (who study tissues for changes brought about by disease) for a rapid response.
Our team of professionals which includes consultants, dermatology doctors, nurses and allied health professionals meets weekly to develop the best available plan for care and treatment of each one of our patients on an individual basis. We also link in with other health teams who need our expertise to ensure that people with skin cancer receive treatment that is seamless with the minimum amount of stress possible.
Our clinical nurse specialists deliver care to both inpatients and outpatients, ensuring they have access to information about their treatment and are supported from initial investigation and diagnosis through to recovery. They also work to make sure that a holistic patient assessment is carried out which looks at all of the needs of each patient—for example financial and emotional support for patients and carers. People can also use the service once treatment is completed in case they have any subsequent concerns.
Our team
The team at Chelsea and Westminster is led by Dr Louise Fearfield, supported by clinical nurse specialist Sophie Smith.
At West Middlesex you will be seen by one of our three dermatology consultants—Dr Claire Lowry, Dr Susan Parker or Dr Gayathri Perera—our clinical nurse specialist is Julie Maher.
Location
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Daniel Turner Dermatology Clinic, 1st Floor, Lift D
West Middlesex University Hospital
We are based in Outpatients 3, Ground Floor, East Wing of West Middlesex University Hospital
Contact
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
West Middlesex University Hospital
T: 020 8321 5544