Dermatology
What We Do
The Dermatology department at Walsall Manor Hospital provides a comprehensive service for all issues concerning the skin, hair, and nails. Our team of expert Consultant Dermatologists, a Clinical Nurse specialist, and a training Registrar manages common skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne, as well as specialist diagnosis and treatment for rarer disorders.
We offer several specialised services:
- Skin Cancer Service: We are a major centre for skin cancer management, offering diagnosis and treatment for most skin cancers. Our consultants perform skin surgery, including advanced procedures like skin grafts and flaps, and we work closely with plastic surgery colleagues for the most complex cases.
- Paediatric Dermatology: Led by a Consultant with a special interest in children’s skin problems, this service provides expert management for children. We offer a wide range of treatments, including patch testing, phototherapy, and surgery.
- Joint Genital Dermatology Clinics: We hold monthly joint clinics with specialists in genito-urinary medicine and gynaecology to manage patients with genital skin problems.
Please note: We do not offer a general allergy service or food allergy testing. We do, however, provide patch testing to investigate specific allergic contact dermatitis.
Where We Are Based
Our services are located at Walsall Manor Hospital, though clinics are held in various locations within the hospital.
Walsall Manor Hospital Moat Road Walsall West Midlands WS2 9PS
- Adult clinics, Skin Surgery, Patch Testing, and Dressings: Route 107
- Phototherapy: Route 108
- Paediatric clinics: Route 123
- Joint male genital dermatology and HIV clinics: GUM Department
- Joint vulval dermatology clinics: Route 126, Gynaecology Outpatients
How to Access the Service
Access to the Dermatology service is by GP referral only. Please speak with your GP to be referred to our department.
Hours of Operation: The service operates from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Contact Us
- Telephone: 01922 656336
- Email for general queries: dermatology.secretaries@nhs.net
- Service Leads:
- Dr J Halpern: Lead Consultant, with an interest in Paediatric Dermatology
- Dr C Defty: Skin Cancer Lead, with an interest in Skin Cancer and Skin Surgery
Useful Resources
- British Association of Dermatologists (BAD): The official website provides comprehensive information and support for a wide range of skin conditions.
- NHS Website: Offers a wealth of information on different skin, hair, and nail problems.
- Skin Cancer UK: Provides support and resources for those affected by skin cancer.