• Specialist in: psoriasis, eczema, acne, rosacea, hidradenitis suppurativa, pigmentation disorders (melasma, vitiligo), and paediatric skin conditions
• Best for patients with: chronic or severe skin conditions including hidradenitis suppurativa, children and newborns with skin problems, and adults seeking mole checks or skin lesion removal
• Tests and treatments offered: mole checks, skin lesion excision and biopsy, laser and IPL treatments, biologics, HairMetrx scalp analysis, wart treatment, and acne scar laser therapy
• Available at: 1 Welbeck Street, Marylebone, London
• Also: Clinical lead for the complex hidradenitis suppurativa service at St John's Institute of Dermatology; holds a PhD in stem cells and regenerative medicine from King's College London; award-winning researcher. WPA accepted; treats patients of all ages including children
Dr Ellie Rashid is a Consultant Dermatologist at Welbeck Skin Health and Allergy and Clinical Lead for the complex Hidradenitis Suppurativa tertiary service at St John’s Institute of Dermatology. She consults on all aspects of dermatology including paediatric dermatology, hidradenitis suppurativa, mole checks, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, vitiligoand melasma.
She is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College London. She graduated from Bart’s and the London Medical School in 2006 and completed her rigorous dermatology specialist registrar training at St. John’s Institute of Dermatology. She was awarded a PhD in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine in 2021.
She continues to publish original research in peer reviewed journals, and written textbook chapters on dermatology. She has presented at international scientific meetings globally and has been awarded numerous awards for her clinical activity and research including the Hugh Wallace award, European Society for Investigative Dermatology award and the La Roche-Posay research award for Europe.
2021 – Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine, King’s College London
2018 – Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in dermatology (London)
2017 – MRCP (Dermatology)
2014 – Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Education, St George’s University
2011 – Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP UK)
Honap S, Meade S, Spencer A, Pavlidis P, Luber RP, Calonje E, Rashidghamat E, Bunker CB, Lewis F, Irving PM. Anogenital Crohn’s Disease and Granulomatosis: A Systematic Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Manifestations and Treatment. J Crohns Colitis. 2021 Nov 20:jjab211. doi: 10.1093
Robson A, Bakr F, Rashidghamat E, Willsmore Z, Ally M, Greenblatt D, Barlow R, Wain ME, Child F, Esdaile B, Kempf W. Follicular T-helper cells in marginal zone lymphoma: Evidence of an organoid immune response. Am J Dermatopathol. 2021, doi: 10.1097
Rashidghamat E, Kadiyirire T, Ayis S et al. Phase I/II open-label trial of intravenous allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cell therapy in adults with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa. J Am Acad Dermatol 2020,2:447-454
Rashidghamat E, Mellerio JE. Management of chronic wounds in patients with dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa: challenges and solutions. Chronic wound care management and research. 2017;4:45-54
Rashidghamat E, McGrath JA. Novel and emerging therapies in the treatment of recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa. Intractable Rare Dis Res. 2017;1:6-20
British Association of Dermatologists
Royal College of Physicians, London
St John’s Dermatological Society
London Specialist Training Committee (Training Program Director)
2021 – La Roche-Posay Research Award Publication Prize for Europe for publication of Open-label trial of intravenous allogeneic mesenchymal stromal cell therapy in adults with recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
2018 – European Society for Investigative Dermatology travel award
2015 – British Society of Paediatrics award for best presentation – British Association of Dermatology
2015 – Hugh Wallace prize for best publication – Royal Society of Medicine
2015 – British Association of Dermatology/Dowling Club travel fellowship award
2013 – St John’s Dermatological Society prize for best presentation
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Yes, but only for certain services. Some consultations, assessments, and treatments can be booked directly, while others require a GP or specialist referral. Please check the relevant service page for guidance, and contact the centre if you’re unsure.
We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, and many services have same-day or next-day availability. Waiting times vary depending on the appointment type, specialty, and consultant availability, but our team will always offer the earliest suitable appointment.
Yes. You can arrange an appointment for a family member, or someone you care for, just let us know when you get in touch. We’ll need their details and consent to complete the booking, unless you're their legal guardian or have power of attorney.
Your first consultation includes a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle factors, followed by a thorough examination. It’s helpful if you can bring the results of any previous investigations with you, as well as a list of your current medications. Come with a comfortably full bladder so you can provide a urine sample if requested.
Dr Rashid is the clinical lead for the complex hidradenitis suppurativa tertiary service at St John's Institute of Dermatology, one of the UK's leading dermatology centres. At Welbeck, she offers advanced treatment options including biologics and can manage even the most complex cases.
Yes, Dr Rashid sees patients of all ages, including newborns and children, and has specific expertise in paediatric dermatology. At Welbeck, she treats conditions such as eczema, warts, and other childhood skin problems.
Dr Rashid offers laser therapy and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments for active acne and acne scarring. She can also provide microneedling and other skin resurfacing options, tailoring her approach to the severity and type of scarring.
Dr Rashid has specific expertise in pigmentation disorders including melasma, vitiligo, and hyperpigmentation. She can assess the cause and recommend targeted treatments such as topical therapies, laser, or IPL depending on skin type and condition.
Yes, Dr Rashid offers comprehensive mole checks along with excision of skin lesions, excisional biopsies, and removal of lumps and bumps. Her training in skin surgery at leading London centres ensures patients receive thorough assessment and treatment.
