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Dr Claire Fletcher

Dr Claire Fletcher

Dermatologist

Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7EG

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33 years of experience

Verified profile

33 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

158 patient reviews2 professional endorsements
4.99
Overall Experience
4.99
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.99
Explanation

165 recommendations for:

Mole Check(39)
Aged and Sundamaged Skin(18)
Moles(18)
Other(90)

Recent patient review

12 Apr 2024

very professional and reassuring, was very thorough.

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About

Dr Fletcher has over 27 years experience in Dermatology and has worked as a Consultant Dermatologist since 2003.

She has been interested in Dermatology since her medical school days and was awarded the Dermatology prize in her final undergraduate year. Her burgeoning interest was furthered by spending her elective in Australia combining adult and paediatric Dermatology in Adelaide, along with the Flying Obstetric and Gynaecology service in Queensland.

Prior to starting clinical training posts in Dermatology at the prestigious St. John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's Hospital and Lewisham Hospital, she undertook clinical research into the features of fungal toenail infections, based at Guy's Hospital. Dr Fletcher intensified her study in this area during her final year of Dermatology specialist training by spending a month-long sabbatical with a renowned Dermatologist in Paris.

Dr Fletcher was appointed Consultant Dermatologist at Kingston Hospital in 2003 and was instrumental in setting up the multidisciplinary skin cancer service. Her work within Dermatology was recognised by election to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2007. In the same year, her outstanding work was recognised within Kingston Hospital with a Level 2 Clinical Excellence Award.

Dr Fletcher receives excellent feedback; anonymised data collected for revalidation in 2020 showed that 100% of her patients were happy to see her again. Additionally, she receives high-quality feedback from colleagues.

Dr Fletcher retired from the NHS, after 28 years of service, in April 2018.

Dr Fletcher is passionate about providing the best care possible for patients. She gives generous appointment slots and likes to work in partnership with her patients. She has close links with her Plastic Surgeon colleagues. She sees adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. Please note that Dr Fletcher does not remove cysts or lipomas. 

Dr Fletcher uses a GDPR compliant, secure Practice Manager software system which allows for the storage of clinical images. She is highly proficient in dermoscopy and utilises serial stored dermatoscopic images for mole monitoring, which is the gold standard of care. 

She is supported by an excellent Practice Manager, Dodo Cassidy, who is always ready to take phone or email enquiries, within office hours.

Dr Fletcher lives in Surrey and values the opportunity to look after the dermatological needs of her local community. When not working, she enjoys landscape and nature photography, attempting to create (and keep alive) Bonsai trees and trying to master the art of cloud pruning.

Dr Fletcher is registered with all the major Insurance Companies. She holds BUPA Platinum Consultant status, she is an AXA PPP Fee Approved Specialist and a Vitality Core Consultant.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Mole Check (24%)
  • Aged and Sundamaged Skin (11%)
  • Moles (11%)
  • Acne (7%)
  • General Dermatology (5%)
  • Others (42%)

Subspecialties
  • General Dermatology

All conditions and treatments
  • Aged and Sundamaged Skin
  • Moles
  • Acne
  • Psoriasis
  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
  • Rash
  • Actinic Keratosis (Solar Keratosis)
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Warts (Viral)
  • Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss)
  • Mole Check
  • Cryotherapy
  • Dermoscopy
  • Anti Fungal Therapy
  • Curettage
  • Minor Skin Surgery
  • Mole Removal
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Mole Mapping
  • Scar Treatment

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3460014


Qualifications

Education:

  • Kings College London - Batchelor of Medicine, Batchelor of Surgery 1990
  • Membership of the Royal College of Physicians 1995

Memberships:

  • The British Association of Dermatologists
  • St John's Dermatological Society
  • Fellow of The Royal College of Physicians
  • Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine
  • Medical Protection Society

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £195

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

Location

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New Victoria Hospital

4.91
(1574)
184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 7EG
184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 7EG
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Reviews

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Mole Check (37)
Aged and Sundamaged Skin (18)
Moles (17)
Acne (12)
General Dermatology (8)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

158 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

very professional and reassuring, was very thorough.

12 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mole Check

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Claire was great about checking all moles thoroughly and explaining each type. Calm professional and reassuring specialist

24 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mole Check
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Aged and Sundamaged Skin

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A gentle caring and informative professional.

07 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Psoriasis
Mole Check

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I was extremely happy with my consultation with Dr Fletcher. I felt she listened carefully and gave considered answers. I trust her.

19 Feb 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Fletcher was warm, kind, wise, understanding, professional and excellent at communication. I felt very understood, listened to and she gave her total attention at all times to me. The advice she gave was exceptional and I wish everyone could have a consultant who is as committed and excellent as she is.

02 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Acne

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

She was kind , professional and thoughtful. She gave clear and considered explanations to issues.

11 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Aged and Sundamaged Skin
Benign (Non-Cancerous) Skin Conditions
Skin Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

What I liked so much of DrFletcher was her warmth and appoachability. It was like if I knew her all my life.

22 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
General Dermatology
Mole Check

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Non-jargon explanation, instils confidence.

07 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Psoriasis
Actinic Keratosis (Solar Keratosis)
Aged and Sundamaged Skin

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Warm, kind and very professional.

01 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Mole Check

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Fletcher was attentive, sympathetic and made me feel like she really cared. There was no rush and I felt totally at ease with her. She's 100% professional and really talks and listens to you.

08 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Aged and Sundamaged Skin
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Mole Check (2)
Dermatology (2)
Moles (1)
Anti Fungal Therapy (1)

2 endorsements

Claire is a great colleague, compassionate doctor and always goes over and above to help patients. I have worked with her for over 10 years both in NHS and private- and personally knew many patients who benefitted from her intervention!

01 Oct 2020
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Mole Check
Anti Fungal Therapy

Mr Palanisamy Ramesh

Orthopaedic Surgery
Is a colleague

I saw Dr Fletcher re a pigmented skin lesion . She was very professioanl taking her time and making a full skin examination. After discussing the diagnosis she fully involved me in decision making re various treatment options.

26 Sep 2018
Endorsed for
Dermatology
Mole Check
Minor Skin Surgery

Dr Klaus Misch

Dermatology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr Claire Fletcher's reviews like?

Dr Claire Fletcher's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 158 reviews

What languages does Dr Claire Fletcher speak?

Dr Claire Fletcher speaks English

Where is Dr Claire Fletcher located?

Dr Claire Fletcher primarily practices at New Victoria Hospital, located at 184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 7EG
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