Dermatology

It is estimated that nearly a quarter of adults in the UK are affected by a skin disease that would benefit from medical care.

A dermatologist is a medical doctor who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of medical, surgical and cosmetic disorders of the skin, hair and nails. The dermatologists at the Westbourne Centre are highly-skilled in hair loss, moles and acne with specialist training in allergens and skin cancer.

Acne

Acne is frequent both during teenage years and in adulthood. It seems to be becoming more frequent among adults, with almost 30% of 20 year olds and 20% of 30 year olds suffering with recurring...

Angioma

An angioma is a type of benign tumour made up of blood vessels. They are more likely to occur as a person ages, however they can come about at any age and anywhere on the body. They will...

Hair Loss

Whatever your goal, simply getting treatment or delving into the root of the problem, our specialists in the area of hair loss are here to help you.

Mohs Surgery

Mohs micrographic surgery is a precise surgical technique used to treat skin cancer. The technique was devised over 60 years ago by Dr. Frederic Mohs at the University of Wisconsin and is...

Rosacea

Acne is frequent both during teenage years and in adulthood. It seems to be becoming more frequent among adults, with almost 30% of 20 year olds and 20% of 30 year olds suffering with recurring...

Skin Cancer Screening

Some of us have hardly any moles whilst others have many. Moles that look abnormal may be harboring skin cancer therefore it is important to have them checked regularly. Sudden changes in the...

Skin Conditions

When a dermatological condition presents itself the safest method of treatment may involve the removal of skin for diagnosis and analysis, to remove an affected area and encourage healing or...