
The London Dermatology Centre
Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Medicine, Dermatology
I cannot recommend Dr Sunil Chopra highly enough. From start to finish, the experience at the London Dermatology Centre was exceptional.
Booking an appointment was straightforward and I was able to get one much sooner than I expected. The clinic itself is modern, spotless and very welcoming.
After previously being misdiagnosed with vitiligo by the NHS and then being told it was simply due to my "old age" (I'm in my early thirties!!), I decided to do my own research and find a dermatologist with expertise in skin of colour. As a Black African woman, it was really important to me to see someone who understands the unique characteristics of our skin. That's what led me to Dr Chopra and I'm so glad it did.
One thing that also gave me confidence was that Dr Chopra has excellent skin himself. That might sound superficial to some people, but for me it matters. If I'm trusting someone with my skin, I want to feel confident that they genuinely understand skincare and practice what they preach.
During my appointment, Dr Chopra carried out a thorough examination using a Wood's lamp and also used an advanced skin imaging machine that analysed my skin in detail. He explained everything clearly and reassured me that I do not have vitiligo. Instead, he diagnosed me with Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis (IGH), which was a huge relief to finally understand.
What stood out the most was how much time he took to listen. He answered every single one of my questions and addressed all my concerns without making me feel rushed. As a woman, that's something I haven't always experienced in healthcare and it was incredibly refreshing to feel genuinely heard.
He recommended the most appropriate creams and treatments for my condition, but what really impressed me was his honesty. Although the clinic stocks the creams, he actually advised me to buy them from Boots because it would be cheaper. That level of integrity is rare.
I had also been considering glutathione drips and chemical peels. Many clinics would have happily sold me expensive treatments, but Dr Chopra advised against them because he didn't believe they were appropriate for my condition. That showed me he genuinely cares about his patients rather than making money from unnecessary procedures.
He also went into great detail about my current skincare routine, explaining what was beneficial, what wasn't and how to better care for my skin moving forward. I left my appointment feeling informed, reassured and confident in the treatment plan.
If you're looking for an experienced, knowledgeable and genuinely caring dermatologist especially if you have skin of colour, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr Sunil Chopra. He is worth every penny and I'll definitely be returning for any future dermatology concerns. I'll also be recommending him to all my friends and family.