Find out how to access our dermatology service, what to expect from your appointment and how to contact us if you need assistance.

How Do I Access the Service?

If you have concerns about your skin, please speak to your GP practice. Your GP can assess your symptoms and advise whether a referral to a specialist dermatology service is appropriate.

If you are referred to our service, your referral will be reviewed to determine the most appropriate next steps.

Your Dermatology Appointment

If an appointment is arranged, you will receive information confirming the date, time and clinic location.

Before attending, please check your appointment details carefully and bring a list of any medication you are currently taking.

If you require an interpreter, accessible information or additional assistance, please contact our team before your appointment.

Changing or Cancelling Your Appointment

If you are unable to attend your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer the appointment to another patient.

Please contact our team using the number below or the details in your appointment letter.

Our clinical and operational teams work together to deliver dermatology care across our community clinics in Humber and North Yorkshire.

Clinical Leadership & Service Management

Dr P Gowda – Clinical Lead
Dr R Gupta – Medical Director
C Saunders – CEO
A Horvath – Head of Operations
A Nicholson – Service Manager

Consultant Dermatologists & Specialist Doctors

Dr A Patel
Dr S Khan
Dr M Evans
Dr L Clarke
Dr R Shah

Dermatology Nurses

Healthcare Assistants

EXAMPLE NAMES ONLY – replace these five entries with the current HNY HCAs before publication.
J Brown
K Adams
S Lewis
M Turner
R Jones

We provide NHS dermatology services at community clinic locations across Humber and North Yorkshire.

Please check your appointment letter or confirmation message carefully to ensure you attend the correct clinic.

North & North East Lincolnshire

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

Need Help Finding Your Clinic?

If you are unsure where your appointment is taking place, please contact our team using the details in your appointment letter.

Explore educational videos offering practical advice on using your treatments, looking after your skin and caring for yourself following a dermatology appointment.

These resources have been developed by trusted healthcare organisations, including the British Association of Dermatologists, NHS Trusts and other recognised healthcare providers.

Please follow the advice and treatment instructions given by your healthcare professional.

How to Apply Moisturisers (Emollients)

Using Your Treatments | British Association of Dermatologists
https://www.bad.org.uk/videos/how-to-use-emollients

How to Use Topical Steroids

Using Your Treatments | British Association of Dermatologists
https://www.bad.org.uk/videos/how-to-use-topical-steroids

How to Apply Topical Treatments for Eczema

Using Your Treatments | Allergy UK

Everyday Skin Care and Managing Eczema

Everyday Skin Care | Allergy UK

Looking After Your Surgical Wound at Home

Aftercare & Recovery | Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

How to Change a Simple Wound Dressing

Aftercare & Recovery | Wirral Community NHS Foundation Trust
https://player.vimeo.com/video/1048943877?dnt=1&h=0bd6709dd2

Here you’ll find valuable information and resources to help you manage your skin health and empower you to take charge of your wellbeing.

Within our DMC Dermatology service, we provide a series of patient leaflets designed to guide you through your skin treatment journey. These resources offer essential information on preparing for and recovering from minor dermatological procedures. Please review the following leaflets that are relevant to your care:

Find answers to common questions about your dermatology appointments and care.

Need Help With Your Appointment?

Our team is here to help with appointment enquiries, referrals and general information about our dermatology service.

If you need to change or cancel your appointment, please contact us as soon as possible.

Telephone: 0207 635 1013
Email: dmc.administration@nhs.net

Out-of-Hours Support

If you need urgent medical advice when our service is closed, please contact NHS 111. In a life-threatening emergency, call 999.

Patient Feedback

Your feedback helps us improve the care and services we provide. We welcome feedback, compliments and concerns from patients and their families.

To share your feedback or raise a concern, please contact our team using the telephone number or email address above.