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Dr Emma Craythorne

Dr Emma Craythorne

Consultant Dermatologist

Mohs Micrographic SurgeryLaser SurgeryCosmetic Dermatology
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About Emma Craythorne

  • Specialist in: skin cancer, moles, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, skin lumps and bumps, and cosmetic dermatology

  • Best for patients with: suspicious moles or skin lesions, skin cancer requiring surgical removal, acne scars, or those seeking cosmetic skin treatments and laser procedures

  • Tests and treatments offered: Mohs micrographic surgery, laser surgery, intense pulsed light therapy, mole checks, scar revision, skin imaging with reflectance confocal microscopy, and excision of skin lesions

  • Available at: 1 Welbeck Street, Marylebone, London W1G 0AR

  • Also: current President of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group; NHS Mohs surgeon at St John's Institute of Dermatology (Guy's and St Thomas'); performs approximately 500 complex Mohs cases per year

Dr Emma Craythorne is a Consultant Dermatologist at Welbeck's Private Dermatology Clinic. Dr Craythorne also holds clinical posts as a Dermatological and Laser Surgeon and Mohs Micrographic Surgeon at St Thomas Hospital NHS Trust and the St Johns Institute of Dermatology at Guys . Dr Craythorne leads the Specialist Skin Cancer Multi-Disciplinary Team.

She has expertise in all areas of skin cancer, skin scarring and general and cosmetic dermatology. She currently performs around 500 cases of complex Mohs surgery each year and is a mentor in training fellows in Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

Dr Craythorne is actively involved with multiple national and international research projects focused on skin cancer, scarring and non-surgical cosmetic procedures and has published these extensively in peer-reviewed scientific journals. She has published her work in numerous scientific journals; Authored multiple book chapters including her own complete textbook of dermatology and is known for her additional TV appearances.

Dr Emma Craythorne MBChB FRCP became a member of the Royal College of Physicians by completing her postgraduate Medicine and Surgery training in Edinburgh. She completed 4-year specialist training in dermatology at Kings College, London and joined the specialist General Medical Councils register as a Consultant Dermatologist.

Dr Craythorne undertook a Royal College accredited Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Laser surgery at the distinguished skin hospital St John’s Institute of Dermatology.

She is the current President of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group, treasurer of the St Johns Dermatological Society and Trustee for the Cosmetic practice standards authority, responsible for ensuring that standards of care in non-surgical cosmetic practice is supreme.

Expertise

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
  • Laser Surgery
  • Cosmetic Dermatology
  • Skin Imaging – Reflectance Confocal Microscopy

Overview

Age of patients seen
All ages
Qualifications

  • MBChB

  • CCT (derm)

  • FRCP

Languages spoken
English

Tests & treatments

Locations

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London

1 Welbeck Street
Marylebone
London
W1G 0AR

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Frequently asked questions

Mohs micrographic surgery is a precise technique where skin cancer is removed layer by layer and examined under the microscope during the procedure, ensuring all cancerous cells are cleared while preserving as much healthy skin as possible. Dr Craythorne performs around 500 Mohs cases each year and leads the Specialist Skin Cancer Multi-Disciplinary Team at St Thomas' Hospital. She would typically recommend Mohs surgery for skin cancers in cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face, or for cancers that have recurred after previous treatment.


Dr Craythorne offers laser surgery and intense pulsed light treatments specifically tailored to acne scarring and other types of skin scarring. As President of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group and an active researcher in scarring treatments, she uses evidence-based laser protocols to improve skin texture and reduce the visibility of scars. Results depend on the type and depth of scarring, and she will advise on the number of sessions needed during your consultation.


Dr Craythorne uses advanced skin imaging technology, including reflectance confocal microscopy, to examine moles at a cellular level without the need for a biopsy in many cases. You should book a mole check if you notice a mole that has changed in size, shape, or colour, or if you have multiple moles and a family history of skin cancer. If any mole looks suspicious, she can perform an excisional biopsy or removal on the same day or at a follow-up appointment.


Dr Craythorne treats all types of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma, and leads the specialist skin cancer multidisciplinary team at her NHS trust. Diagnosis typically involves a clinical examination, dermoscopy, advanced skin imaging, and biopsy where needed. She then tailors treatment to the type and location of the cancer, with Mohs surgery, excision, or laser surgery among the available options.


Yes, Dr Craythorne has a specialist interest in cosmetic dermatology, including the treatment of hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. She offers laser and intense pulsed light treatments that target excess pigment in the skin, alongside medical-grade topical therapies. Her approach is informed by her research in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, and she will assess your skin type to recommend the most effective and safe treatment plan.