Best Paediatric Dermatologists in Reading, UK

Dr Ravi Ratnavel (www.ratnavel.com) is a Consultant Dermatologist covering all aspects of General Dermatology which includes dermatological surgery, paediatric conditions, inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer. However, he has a particular interest in the diagnosis and management of skin cancer and skin eruptions in both adults and paediatrics.

Dr Ratnavel qualified from the Universities of Oxford and London in 1985 / 1988. He then completed training in many teaching hospitals in London and Cambridge, before being appointed Consultant Dermatologist at Buckinghamshire and Oxford Churchill NHS Trusts. He currently works for the NHS and the private sector in London and the Thames Valley area.

He can perform cyst, mole, wart and skin cancer removal. He also has clinical interests in hair conditions, acne, psoriasis and skin allergic reactions.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

• Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
• Skin Biopsies
• Skin Cancer Screening
• Skin Cancer Surgery
• Mole Removal
• Cyst Excision
• Mole Check
• Skin Cancer
• Psoriasis
• Melanoma
• Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
• Acne
• Aged and Sundamaged Skin
• Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss)
• Verruca
• Skin tags
• Moles

Dr Sonali D’Cruz works within the Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS foundation trust as an NHS Consultant Paediatrician. She also sees private patients within the Princess Margaret Hospital, in Weybridge. She has a wealth of experience in the treatment of all aspects of children’s health, with a specific interest in the treatment and management of Paediatric diabetes, and endocrinology.

Dr D’Cruz completed her specialist paediatric training in London, having gained experience at several well-respected hospitals including Chelsea and Westminster hospital, Kings College Hospital, and St George's Hospital.

Dr Grabczynska works for the NHS as a Consultant Dermatologist at the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (Amersham, Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals) where she has a busy clinical practice managing all aspects of skin disease in adults and in children.

She was appointed Service Delivery Unit Director for the Dermatology Department in July 2011 and has the full support of a multidisciplinary team and the facilities of a first-class dermatology service. She is also the clinical lead for both the Paediatric Dermatology and Phototherapy services in the Department. 

• photodynamic therapy 
• cryotherapy
• curettage and cautery
• mole removal
• skin tag removal
• excision of lumps and bumps
• skin cancer removal
• skin biopsies
• phototherapy
• dermoscopy

• skin cancer melanoma 
• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Rashes
• Itchy skin
• Dry skin
• Red skin
• Inflamed skin
• Rosacea
• Acne
• Spots
• Boils
• Psoriasis
• Phototherapy
• Ultraviolet therapy
• UVB PUVA
• Urticaria
• Hives
• Excessive Sweating
• Hyperhidrosis

Dr Charles Archer is a consultant dermatologist who practises at the Royal Berkshire Hospital and Oxford University Hospitals. He also offers private consultations (including virtual appointments) at Archer Dermatology, with clinics located in London, Bristol, Windsor, Oxford, and Reading.

Dr Archer has a special interest in skin cancer and is the skin cancer lead for dermatology at the Royal Berkshire Hospital. He also runs the biologics clinic for complex medical dermatology patients. Dr Archer's specialist interests include dermatological surgery and the use of lasers, as well as complex medical dermatology. He sees both adult and paediatric patients with a range of skin conditions including:

• Acne and acne scarring
• Rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, urticaria (hives)
• Excessive sweating
• Genital skin disorders
• Skin lesions (benign or malignant)
• Skin cancers
• Alopecia (hair loss)
• Nail disorders

Dr Archer qualified in 2008, from the University College London before undertaking specialist dermatology training. He completed a master's degree where his research topic was the role of the immune system in the development of eczema. Dr Archer continues to be involved in research in the immunopathogenesis of eczema, as well as skin ageing, stem cell research techniques, and the role of gene therapy. He is also passionate about education and delivers lectures at the University of Oxford and the University of Reading.

Outside of work, Dr Archer is a keen tennis player and has competed at a national level. He enjoys playing tennis and golf as well as spending time with his young family.

Dr Grewal is the founder of Eden Health & Wellness and The Eden Hair Clinic.

He qualified from Imperial College in London in 2002 and went on to place in the top 20% in his Royal College Membership exams in 2006.

He has been a GP in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and London for over 15 years and is an experienced GP Trainer.

Dr. Grewal’s medical career has included roles as Medical Director at BUPA, and as a GP Partner at 2 large GP practices in Wokingham and Beaconsfield.

He is Senior NHS and Private Clinical Research Lead across numerous GP practices across the South East, and was also a Police Surgeon for Thames Valley Police for 6 years.

Dr. Grewal has always wanted to be able to build on what can be offered on the NHS in terms of Health Promotion, and he founded Eden Health and Wellness in 2014 with this aim.

He and his team have worked with clients for almost a decade now to maximise their physical, mental, skin and hair health, with the benefit of long appointments and the very best in science and technology available to achieve this.

Dr Toumbis is a Consultant Dermatologist at Basingstoke Hospital Hampshire Hospital Foundation Trust. She is accredited on the General Medical Council specialist register. She was an International Fellow of the Dermatology Department at the Baylor College of Medicine, University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Centre, Houston, Texas, USA. She has done IPL and laser training up to level 6 (Wynyard Academy). She has worked as a Locum Consultant in the Dermatology Departments of The Churchill Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals, The Royal Berkshire Hospital and The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh Lothian Trust. Dr Toumbis has special interests in skin cancer diagnosis and surgery, skin surgery, vulval dermatology and inflammatory skin conditions, including acne.

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Tess McPherson has been a consultant dermatologist and clinical tutor (lead for dermatology undergraduate teaching) since 2012 at Oxford University Hospitals.

A specialist in paediatric and adolescent dermatology and leads the service in Oxford and provides specialist support for surrounding counties.

Experienced in general dermatology of all ages and in particular all skin problems affecting babies, children and young people.

Experienced in management of all general dermatology including infective conditions (including warts, impetigo, fungal, scabies), inflammatory conditions (including acne, eczema, psoriasis). Experienced in topical treatments, systemic medications and biologic medications and referall for light treatment and/or allergy testing when required.

Active in national and international paediatric dermatology with elected national roles, leading BAD guidelines and responses, organising and speaking at multiple conferences.

Established an award winning clinic for young people with skin problems and supporting impact on life and mental health with proven results.

Lead clinicain on web resource for young people with Acne, Alopecia, Eczema and Psoriasis - healthtalk.org

Recently written a book for young people: How to be comfortable in your skin to be published Oxford University Press (OUP) in 'The Facts' series 2021

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