Having been trained by some of the country’s most eminent dermatologists, at leading centres such as the Royal Free Hospital and Royal London Hospital, she was later selected for a prestigious fellowship in cutaneous oncology at the world-renowned St John’s Institute of Dermatology and maintains an active interest in skin cancer research today. Details of her qualifications and specialisation in dermatology can be found on the GMC specialist register.

Alongside her private practice, Dr Justine previously worked as a Consultant Dermatologist at London North West Healthcare NHS Trust where she was responsible for teaching and training medical students at Imperial College London. She continues to work in the NHS at St George's Hospital today. Her articles have been published in leading dermatology journals and she regularly presents at national and  international scientific congresses. Sought by the media for her expertise on all matters skin, she has co-authored dermatology textbook chapters and been invited to review articles for publication in the British Journal of Dermatology.

Maintaining a busy NHS practice, alongside her private work, means that Dr Justine continues to be engaged with some of the most challenging and complex dermatology cases, ensuring that her knowledge and skills are continuously honed and that she is always up to date with the latest research and advances in dermatology. And that, of course, is better for you!

Professional memberships:

• British Association of Dermatologists
• Royal College of Physicians
• Royal Society of Medicine
• British Cosmetic Dermatology Group

Dr Lucy Thomas works as an NHS Consultant Dermatologist at Chelsea & Westminster Hospital where she carries out general and complex medical dermatology clinics, skin surgery and teledermatology. Particular areas of interest include eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, hidradenitis and skin cancer, as well as general mole checks. Details of her qualifications and specialisation in Dermatology can be found on the GMC specialist register.

Dual qualified as a Pharmacist, Dr Lucy originally graduated from the University of Wales with first-class honours and finished top of her year. She completed a Masters research degree which involved the design, synthesis and evaluation of novel anti-cancer drugs and she was awarded the prestigious Welsh Development Agency Healthcare and Technology prize. She has supervised an Imperial College Medical student BSc research project and been Co-Principle investigator for a Phase IV clinical trial.

Dr Lucy has written articles for leading Dermatology journals, has presented at national and international scientific meetings and runs an annual course for Dermatology trainees which is co-badged by the British Association of Dermatologists. She has received numerous awards from the Royal Society of Medicine, and before becoming a Consultant Dermatologist, she was one of the top three European Dermatology trainees at Euroderm Excellence.

Dedicated and enthusiastic, Dr Lucy continually strives for excellence in all aspects of her work to ensure that those she looks after receive outstanding levels of care and achieve the best possible outcomes. Kind, approachable and loved by patients and colleagues alike, Dr Justine is absolutely thrilled to have Dr Lucy on the team.

Professional memberships:

• BRITISH ASSOCIATION OF DERMATOLOGISTS
• ROYAL COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
• ROYAL SOCIETY OF MEDICINE