Dr Chopra and Dr Blakeway, from the LDC team, gave a very successful presentation at the 41st Annual European Society for Dermatological Research (ESDR) Meeting 7-10 September 2011, Barcelona, Spain.

The poster  was entitled

"A Novel, Topical, Liposome-Encapsulated Bleomycin Formulation For Use Against Basal Cell Carcinoma and Treatment Resistant Warts and Verrucae"

Click here to view the poster

The London Dermatology Centre is adding three world class specialists to its team, thus expanding our services to include all minor dermatological surgical procedures, all aspects of nose problems, laser surgery and facial rejuvenation.

We look forward to your referrals and the opportunity to continue to provide a great service to you.

The three new team members are:

 Mr Santdeep Paun:

Mr Santdeep Paun is Consultant Surgeon and Head of Department of Otolaryngology / Head and Neck Surgery at St Bartholomew’s and The Royal London Hospitals, recognised as one of the leading teaching hospitals in the UK. His main interest is in Nasal and Facial Plastic Surgery.

He specialises in dealing with all aspects of nose problems  including breathing difficulty, sinus problems, deformities of the nose including for cosmetic purposes and associated snoring and sleep apnoea problems. He also performs all other facial cosmetic procedures. Within his NHS practice, he works as part of a team of surgeons looking after patients following severe trauma to the face and specializes in fixing noses and facial problems.

His special interests are septorhinoplasty, nasal and sinus disorders, reconstructive and aesthetic facial plastic surgery, snoring, and obstructive sleep apnoea.

He has a strong interest in teaching and has lectured nationally and internationally on various aspects of his work in this field of expertise. He runs a course teaching other doctors about surgical techniques in facial plastic surgery.

He also chairs a committee developing robust certification for surgeons in this specialty. In the past few years, he has written extensively on the subject including co-authoring nine separate book chapters. He was the first UK based surgeon certified by the new globally recognized International Board of Facial Plastic Surgical Societies. 

Dr Pantelis Papageorgiou:

Dr. Pantelis Papageorgiou, MD, is a member of the British Association of Dermatologists. He is fully accredited with the GMC, on the British Specialist Register, and he is a fellow of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.  He completed his training at the Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College, London, UK. Dr Papageorgiou has received specialist training in laser surgery and holds a BTEC Diploma in Skin Laser Technology, Applications and Treatment (Loughborough College, Loughborough, UK).

His areas of special interest include acne, lasers and cosmetic dermatology. He performs a wide range of procedures for facial rejuvenation including laser and IPL treatments, Botox, dermal fillers and chemical peels.

He has conducted pioneering clinical research in the treatment of acne with light sources and the treatment of rosacea with IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). He has published numerous articles and lectures regularly on these subjects, including several high-profile papers in the British Journal of Dermatology.

Dr Papageorgiou also works at the Skin Laser Clinic at the Royal Free Hospital and holds an honorary NHS appointment.

Ms Annie McGuinness:

Ms McGuinness is a senior surgeon and Emergency Medicine Consultant. She qualified at Queen’s University, Belfast, and is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, and a Founder Fellow of the Faculty (now College) of Emergency Medicine 1993. She is and advisor to the Medical Committee of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, and an Honorary Lecturer at the Royal College of Radiology, at the University of London.

Her clinical areas of special interest are head and neck trauma; plastic surgery and scars; medico-legal matters; poisoning and overdose.

Ms McGuinness takes and active interest in teaching, and has particular responsibility for teaching the specialty registrars. Her publications include peer-reviewed papers in the Emergency Medical Journal and the British Medical Journal, and include topics such as pre-tibial lacerations, Tetanus prophylaxis, olanzapine overdose, and head injuries.

As well as her work at the London Dermatology Centre, Ms McGuinness is working as a consultant at University College Hospital, where she was Clinical Director. The department currently treats £110,000 patients per year. She has been instrumental in developing an acute brain injury unit (ABIU) in collaboration with the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, admitting patients with mild to moderate head injuries.

Visia skin and complexion analysis is now available at the London Dermatology Centre.

VISIA skin and complexion analysis uses multi-spectral imaging to reveal damage and signs of ageing on and beneath the surface of the skin that is not visible to the human eye. VISIA's computer imaging enables London Dermatology Centres' practitioners to evaluate the health and appearance of your skin based on six criteria that affect your complexion: wrinkles, spots, pores, evenness (skin tone colour variation), porphyrins (evidence of bacteria in your pores), and UV spots caused by overexposure to the sun.

VISIA also compares your skin to that of others of the same age and ethnicity to provide additional information about your skin and complexion results. You are given a copy of this report, which includes the details of your skin analysis, recommendations for treatment, and skin care options.
 

London Dermatology Centre uses the skin data to determine an effective rejuvenation regime for your specific needs. This can include a number of treatments such as skin peels, facials, laser treatment or anti-ageing injections such as Botox and Restylane. It can also include a detoxification and relaxation course as a precursor to a treatment programme. A home routine will also and most importantly be provided as daily care and cleansing with products to match your skin type, life style, age and condition is more important than any treatment that Med-Spa or any other medical spa can offer you. Please remember that one product does not fit all and your face is as individual as your fingerprint.

Contact The London Dermatology Centre
Please contact our team on 08700 410 442 who will be happy to discuss your needs.
Alternatively, please email us on reception@the-dermatology-centre.co.uk and we will respond to your request as soon as possible.

Vitiligo Clinic

Due to massive demand Dr Sunil Chopra is delighted to announce a clinic specialised in the treatment of vitiligo.

This is the only clinic of its kind in the UK.

Dr Chopra has a special interest in vitiligo and has had many years experience of treating patients with vitiligo both in NHS and private practice.

Vitiligo is a common non catching skin condition affecting around 1% of the population. It can affect people of any age and of any age. Vitiligo can cause extreme distress to sufferers because of its unusual appearance.

Until recently, people suffering from vitiligo have had virtually no access to successful treatment for their vitiligo except for cosmetic camouflage.

With world renowned dermatologist Dr Sanjeev Mulekar and nurse specialist Alice Slater, The London Dermatology Centre is able to offer the most successful proven treatments available to give the skin the best chance of repigmentation.

The London Dermatology Centre is able to offer a comprehensive allergy service tailored to your individual needs. This is run by Dr Sunil Chopra Consultant Dermatologist and Alice Slater Dermatology Nurse Specialist who have had many years experience of allergy clinics for adults and children both in the NHS and private sector.

Allergy affects around 1 in 4 of the UK population at any time in our lives. Each year the numbers are increasing by 5%.

Common symptoms suffered are
 

• Eczema • Asthma • Rhinitis • Urticaria • Rash/hives • Swelling • Wheezing • Itchy eyes, ears, lips, throat, or roof of mouth • Runny nose • Sickness, vomiting or diarrhoea • Sinus pain

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allergy can cause months and years of inconvenience and misery. An allergy is a response within the body to a substance in the environment. This could be something you eat, inhale or touch.

As almost any substance can cause an allergy it is often difficult for the individual to identify what is causing the problem.

What to expect from your allergy consultation?

Your first visit will involve a thorough allergy and medical history assessment. We can then discuss with you possible causes of your allergy. You may need to have a special blood test called a RAST. This can detect allergy to many allergens such as house dust mites, pollens, cats, dogs, latex, milk, eggs, peanuts etc. The results of this test will be ready in 48 hours.
If we suspect that your allergy may be caused by something that comes into contact with your skin you may need a patch test. This involves putting stickers (patches) on your upper back containing the allergens which most commonly cause skin allergy such as metals, fragrances, hair dye, preservatives etc. The patches will need to be removed after 48 hours.
• Please stop any antihistamine medication 3 days before your consultation and if possible bring in a list of suspected causes for your allergy.


Patch Testing

What to expect from your follow up consultation

You will need to attend for a follow up consultation about a week after your first appointment. We will give you your allergy test results and these will be discussed with you in detail. You will be given written information on how to avoid substances that you are found to be allergic to. We will give you advice on controlling your allergies as well as treating your symptoms.

For further information and advice please call Alice Slater Dermatology Nurse Specialist on 08700410442

Welcome to the London Dermatology Centre blog. We hope to be able to give you keep you abreast of all the news and events at the LDC via this. Please send us any comments to postmaster@the-dermatology-centre.co.uk