Specialist Dermatology Services at The clinic@78

We understand that skin health can be deeply personal, and living with a skin condition can significantly impact your overall wellbeing and life.

Skin conditions are common. The NHS estimates that around 24 percent of people in England and Wales visit their doctor with a skin problem each year.

If you have a skin problem, it is important to get it checked out. For example, if you’re over 35 any new moles should be examined. Moles are usually harmless, but in rare cases can develop into melanoma (a type of skin cancer).

Our skin is our body’s biggest organ. It plays an important role in protecting us. Our skin provides an airtight, waterproof barrier between the outside world and our body’s other organs and systems.

Your skin has many other functions too. It helps you regulate your body temperature, defends your immune system, aids vitamin production and supports your sense of touch.

Whatever your skin health concerns, The clinic @78’s dermatology team can thoroughly assess your symptoms. We offer rapid appointments to see our highly experienced Consultant Dermatologist, Dr James Hickey, who can help with a broad range of skin conditions, including skin cancer & moles, eczema, psoriasis & acne.

During your detailed consultation,

Our extended services include 20, 30 or 40 minute GP appointments, contraception such as coils and implants, and minor procedures like joint injections, toenail surgery and skin lesion removal.

We also provide rapid, in-house access to:

• Diagnostic tests including blood tests & ultrasound scans

• Specialist Consultants

• Pregnancy care service – our scans include early pregnancy, anomaly, reassurance and well-being, gender and growth, 3D and 4D. We also offer NIPT in form of the Harmony Test

• Specialist Menopause Clinic

GP appointments start at £90 for 20 minutes.

Dr Hickey will discuss your symptoms and suggest which treatment is the most suitable for you.

If clinically appropriate, we usually carry out skin lesion removal on the same day, as a simple outpatient procedure with minimal scarring.

Techniques used:

• Freezing (cryosurgery)

• An excision (careful removal with a very fine scalpel)

We will also provide comprehensive advice and support to help you manage your skin condition.

Discover how our experienced skin health experts can help: call us on 01202 767000. Alternatively, you can view further information about our full range of services and book an appointment via our website clinic78.co.uk .

We accept all patients insured with AXA and WPA.