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Dr Laura Proudfoot

Dr Laura Proudfoot

Dermatologist

London, W1W 5AH

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20 years of experience
Verified profile
20 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

5.00

5 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

5 recommendations for:

Cryotherapy(1)
Dermatology(1)
Impetignised Eczema(1)
Other(2)

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About

Dr Laura Proudfoot is a Consultant Dermatologist with subspecialty training in paediatric and adolescent dermatology.

She has expertise in all areas of both paediatric and adult general dermatology with special interests in children and young adult dermatology.

Dr Proudfoot qualified in medicine at the University of Edinburgh and was awarded an honours degree in Psychology at the same university. She completed postgraduate training in dermatology at the internationally acclaimed St John's Institute of Dermatology. She was later selected for a prestigious fellowship at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago, USA. Dr Proudfoot was awarded a PhD from King's College London for her work in Genetics and Molecular Medicine. She has published widely and co-authored the recent UK guidelines surrounding the management of haemangiomas and tinea capitis. She presents her work at conferences and courses both nationally and internationally.

Dr Proudfoot is a NHS Consultant Dermatologist and Paediatric Dermatologist at the Royal Free Hospital London, she also sees private patients at the hospital and at The Harley Street Dermatology Clinic and Harley Street Children's Outpatient Clinic - The Portland Hospital.

She has several years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of the following dermatological conditions:

  • Acne
  • Alopecia
  • Birthmarks
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Rosacea
  • Lesions
  • Warts and skin tags
  • Moles
  • Vitiligo

She holds memberships with the following professional associations and societies:

  • British Association of Dermatologists
  • British Society of Paediatric Dermatology
  • Society for Paediatric Dermatology
  • Royal Society of Medicine

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Cryotherapy (20%)
  • Dermatology (20%)
  • Impetignised Eczema (20%)
  • Impetigo (20%)
  • Video Consultation (20%)

Subspecialties
  • General Dermatology
  • Paediatric Dermatology

All conditions and treatments
  • Acne
  • Aged and Sundamaged Skin
  • Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss)
  • Birthmarks (including Port-Wine Stains)
  • Blistering Disorders
  • Contact Dermatitis
  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
  • Cysts
  • Dandruff
  • Dermatitis
  • Anti Fungal Therapy
  • Cryotherapy
  • Dermoscopy
  • Minor Skin Surgery
  • Mole Check
  • Mole Mapping
  • Mole Removal
  • Nose Cauterization
  • Patch Test
  • Skin Biopsy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6071862


Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Psychology 2003 - University of Edinburgh

MBChB 2003 - University of Edinburgh

PhD 2016 - King's College London

FRCP (2020) - Royal College of Physicians London


languages spoken
  • English

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • WPA
  • Aviva Health
  • Four Points Assistance
  • Healix
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • health-on-line
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Simply Health

Location

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The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

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205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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35 Devonshire Place, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6JP
35 Devonshire Place, Marylebone, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6JP
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*Star rating based on patient reviews

5 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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She is detail and caring

28 Dec 2018verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
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5.00
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Excellent

14 Dec 2018verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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She has a specialism which is very comforting and reassuring to us. Our son is 2 years old with eczema and other skin issues and she is able to spot things which many GPS could miss. Her mannerism is always pleasant and she is excellent at interacting with children.

09 Nov 2018verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Very approachable and gave detailed description of the treatment and answered any questions accordingly

15 Sep 2018verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
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5.00
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Thorough, friendly, efficient.

16 Apr 2018verified patient
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Cryotherapy (1)
Dermatology (1)
Impetignised Eczema (1)
Impetigo (1)

1 endorsement

Dr Proudfoot is a leading UK dermatologist, caring, efficient, and at the cutting edge of clinical science in the field. My patients/families always speak highly of the care they have received in her practice with clear skin management plans provided. I am always happy to refer patients to Dr Proudfoot

03 Sep 2021
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Video Consultation
Impetignised Eczema
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Paediatrics
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What are Dr Laura Proudfoot's reviews like?

Dr Laura Proudfoot's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 5 reviews

What languages does Dr Laura Proudfoot speak?

Dr Laura Proudfoot speaks English

Where is Dr Laura Proudfoot located?

Dr Laura Proudfoot primarily practices at The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, United Kingdom, W1W 5AH
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