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Dr Victoria Swale

Dr Victoria Swale

Dermatologist

London, W1G 0AR

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31 years of experience
Verified profile
31 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.96

262 patient reviews

5 professional endorsements

4.96
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.95
Explanation

439 recommendations for:

Mole Check(68)
General Dermatology(54)
Vulval Dermatology(53)
Other(264)

Recent patient review

08 Mar 2024

I found Dr Swale the most compassionate and professional consultant I have ever come across ....

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About

Dr Victoria Swale is a highly experienced Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist (pathologist specialising in the diagnosis of skin disease). Her NHS base is at the Royal Free Hospital where she is a core member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team. She is also a locum Consultant Dermopathologist at the Royal Free Hospital. She sees private patients at OneWelbeck Skin Health and Allergy.

Dr Swale is trained in all aspects of dermatology, including eczema, acne, hair loss, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, warts and other skin lesions and rashes. She has a specialist interest in skin cancer, moles and other pigmented lesions using dermoscopy and mole mapping, and in vulval and genital skin conditions.

She was awarded her Doctor of Medicine higher degree for her research into genetic aspects of skin cancer and moles.

Dr Swale was a member of the Dermatology Speciality Question Writing Group for the Royal College of Physicians from 2006-2019, when she was appointed to the Examination Board for Dermatology. She was the senior judge for the British Association of Dermatologists' Annual Meetings in 2017 and 2019 and has been involved in judging and chairing since then. She was appointed Assostant Honorary Secretary of the British Association of Dermatologists in 2023, leading to the role of Honorary Secretary in 2025.

She was a member of the Council for the British Society for the Study of Vulval Diseases from 2017-2023; she organised the 2019 National Conference.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr Swale is  active in teaching both Dermatology and Pathology; she has been a regular invited speaker on several national courses over the last 10 years, and frequently teaches local GPs in London. She was invited to Italy to teach on a GP course in 2022.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Mole Check (15%)
  • General Dermatology (12%)
  • Vulval Dermatology (12%)
  • Aged and Sundamaged Skin (7%)
  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) (6%)
  • Others (47%)

Subspecialties
  • General Dermatology
  • Vulval Dermatology
  • Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Morphoea

All conditions and treatments
  • Aged and Sundamaged Skin
  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
  • Skin Cancer
  • Moles
  • Acne
  • Actinic Keratosis (Solar Keratosis)
  • Rash
  • Dermatitis
  • Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
  • Fungal Infection
  • Mole Check
  • Skin Cancer Screening
  • Minor Skin Surgery
  • Video Consultation
  • Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
  • Anti Fungal Therapy
  • Cryotherapy
  • Curettage
  • Dermoscopy
  • Genital Wart Freezing

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3613678


Qualifications
  • BM University of Southampton, 1992
  • MRCP Royal College of Physicians 1995
  • MD University of London, 2004
  • International Certificate of Dermatopathology 2005
  • FRCP Royal College of Physicians, 2008

Member of: British Association of Dermatologists, American Academy of Dermatology, Royal Society of Medicine, British Society for the Study of Vulval Diseases, British Society for Dermatopathology


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £290
  • Follow-up appointment: £250

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Legal & General
  • Norwich Union
  • Vitality Health
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Cigna
  • Healix
  • Simply Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Groupama
  • Saga Insurance
  • General Medical
  • CS Healthcare
  • health-on-line
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa
  • Aetna
  • AXA PPP Healthcare

Location

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OneWelbeck

4.86
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1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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4.91
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1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
1 Welbeck Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 12:30
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Reviews

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Mole Check (67)
General Dermatology (54)
Vulval Dermatology (53)
Aged and Sundamaged Skin (29)
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) (26)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

262 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I found Dr Swale the most compassionate and professional consultant I have ever come across . She put me at my ease immediately and so I was able to discuss my symptoms. I was never rushed and so left feeling we had covered everything. I also had a diagnosis and we made a plan going forward. She is an outstanding communicator but also a consultant with years of experience so you're definitely in safe hands.

08 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Vulval Dermatology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Ðr Swale was incredibly kind and helpful. I hope we can solve my issue.

02 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Anti Fungal Therapy

4

4.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

My experience of receiving treatment was good.

01 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Vulval Dermatology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Swale was very helpful and thorough in her both her examination and consultation (discussing pros and cons of the suggested procedure with me, explaining everything carefully). She gave me multiple recommendations for the next specialist I need to see and went above and beyond in helping me work out and understand the next steps.

24 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
Skin Lesion Treatments

4.5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Excellent and thorough assessment. I have been referred to another doctor for a second opinion on possible treatments.

24 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Such a warm compassionate person. I felt understood and heard.

24 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
Vulval Dermatology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Swale was extremely caring and really took her time to listen to my concerns. She explained everything very clearly and left the practice fully understanding the next steps.

23 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mole Check

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had the best experience with Dr Swale, she made me feel at home and comfortbale and answered all my questions clearly which i appreciated massively. Shes great.

16 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rash

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have received warm welcome, had enough time to go through my concerns, didn't feel rushed

10 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
General Dermatology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

It’s difficult to find a doctor who is so empathetic when it comes to specific women’s health issues. Dr Victoria Swale offered a full explanation, kindness and hope with a condition I have been struggling with. I felt comfortable and left feeling positive.

10 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Vulval Dermatology
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Endorsements

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Dermatology (5)
Dermatitis (5)
Skin Cancer (3)
Rash (3)

5 endorsements

Dr Swale is an excellent Dermatologist with a specialism in female genital skin conditions. She is knowledgeable, experienced, skilled and professional. In her bedside manner, she is kind, courteous and friendly. I have referred patients to her and received glowing feedback about her. Highly recommended.

15 Apr 2023
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Dermatitis
Skin Cancer
+ 44 more

Dr. Anshoo Sahota

Dermatology
I have referred patients to them

Dr Swale is an excellent clinician, who is also very kind and approachable. I have no hesitation in recommending her.

09 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Dermatitis
Skin Cancer
+ 1 more

Miss Elaine Scott

Obstetrics & Gynaecology
I have referred patients to them

Dr Swale is an excellent dermatologist. She is highly knowledgeable in all aspects of general dermatology, and especially mole checks, skin cancer, and vulval (female genital) disorders. She is very caring, approachable and understanding. I would highly recommend her.

09 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Dermatitis
Skin Cancer
+ 1 more

Dr Suchitra Chinthapalli

Dermatology
Is a colleague

Dr Swale has been so helpful in caring for the patients I have recommended to her - the patients have been very warm in their thanks to her

08 Aug 2020
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Dermatitis
Acne

Mrs Joanne Hockey

Obstetrics & Gynaecology
I have referred patients to them

FAQ

What are Dr Victoria Swale's reviews like?

Dr Victoria Swale's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 262 reviews

What languages does Dr Victoria Swale speak?

Dr Victoria Swale speaks English

Where is Dr Victoria Swale located?

Dr Victoria Swale primarily practices at OneWelbeck, located at 1 Welbeck St, Marylebone, London, London, United Kingdom, W1G 0AR
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What are Dr Victoria Swale working hours?

Dr Victoria Swale is working Tuesday (08:00 - 17:30), Wednesday (08:00 - 12:30)

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