Dermatologist
London, SW3 6JJ
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Dr Kara Heelan, Consultant Dermatologist, currently works within London at several private hospitals. She is highly specialised in the treatment of all aspects of dermatology including skin cancer as well as complex medical dermatology. She has a specific interest in drug reactions and autoimmune bullous dermatoses. General dermatology is also her forte including skin conditions, acne, rosacea, benign skin lesions, and inflammatory skin rashes.
Dr Heelan began her medical education at University College Dublin where she graduated in medicine with honours. She then went on to do her Higher Speciality Training in Dermatology in Ireland, where she won several prizes for her research. She won the highly coveted inaugural Sean O'Loughlin memorial gold medal for placing first on her national dermatology exam. She further developed her knowledge by undertaking the Advanced Medical Dermatology Fellowship at the University of Toronto, and a further fellowship at University College London Hospital focusing on skin cancer and dermatological surgery. During her training, she also undertook a research degree examining autoimmune bullous dermatoses, which resulted in her being awarded an MD from University College Cork.
Dr Heelan is an active researcher with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and several invites to present her findings at conferences around the world. She is also a member of the National Cancer Research Institute Skin Group and assists in developing guidelines within the British Association of Dermatologists guideline group for bullous pemphigoid.
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51 reviews
5
Felt she took a lot of trouble, was very professional and that I was in good hands.
5
I have seen Dr Heelan on several occasions and each time have been very impressed with her manner and the treatment she gave me. I have no hesitation in recommending her to other patients.
5
Great experience. Dr Heelan has a lovely bedside manner and is thorough and super professional. Highly recommended
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Excellent.
5
I have had an absolutely fantastic experience with Dr Kara Heelan. She is thorough, kind, personable, very experienced, practical, solution driven. Under her care my skin has transformed & she’s put me on a plan that’s been working for a year now & isn’t costing the earth. I have seen multiple dermatologists over the years and she is the best by a long way.
5
Friendly. Prescribed ointment which has cleared the condition although she and I don’t know what caused it
5
She was very professional, thoughtful, thorough, and kind.
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I felt confident and happy with Dr Heelan.
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No fuss. Straightforwardly professional. Pleasant and fun
5
Dr Heelan is a compassionate knowledgeable and thorough dermatologist That I feel I can trust her professional judgement to look after my concern on my skin.
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Fantastic Dermatologist, with interest in skin cancers, mole mapping and general dermatology
Mr Myles Smith
What are Dr Kara Heelan's reviews like?
Dr Kara Heelan's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 51 reviews
What languages does Dr Kara Heelan speak?
Dr Kara Heelan speaks English
Where is Dr Kara Heelan located?
Dr Kara Heelan primarily practices at The Royal Marsden - Chelsea, located at Fulham Road, London, United Kingdom, SW3 6JJ
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What are Dr Kara Heelan working hours?
Dr Kara Heelan is working Monday (09:00 - 13:00), Thursday (13:30 - 17:30)
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