Dr Kapil Bhargava
Consultant Dermatologist & Dermatologic Surgeon
About Kapil Bhargava
Dr Kapil Bhargava is a consultant dermatologist and dermatologic (Mohs) Surgeon at Welbeck's private dermatology clinic, who specialises in skin cancer, hair disorders and cosmetic dermatology.
He practices at two leading and internationally renowned London teaching hospitals: The Royal London Hospital and at St John’s Institute of Dermatology, based at Guy’s and St Thomas. At the Royal London he is the Lead for Skin Cancer and Dermatologic Surgery and at St John’s sees patients with complex hair and scalp disorders referred by other dermatologists from the UK regions.
Dr Bhargava has received multiple awards for his work in the field and lectured both nationally and internationally. Additionally, he has authored scientific papers in peer reviewed journals and book chapters, including the Hair and Scalp chapter in the popular ‘ABC in Dermatology’ series.
Dr Kapil Bhargava trained in Dermatology at St John’s Institute of Dermatology in all aspects of general and specialist Dermatology and was awarded CCT (Dermatology) by the General Medical Council.
He is on the GMC Specialist Register for Dermatology and has completed a prestigious Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) approved post-CCT Fellowship in Mohs and Advanced Dermatologic Surgery. Additionally, he has taken other training in both Europe and the US and continues to update his knowledge and skills to remain at the forefront of his speciality.
Expertise
- Skin Cancer
- Mole and Lesion Assessment
- Hair Loss/Alopecia and Scalp Disorders
- Facial Pigmentation
- Facial Redness
- Scar Treatment
Overview
- Age of patients seen
- All ages
- Qualifications
BSc
MBBS
FRCP (UK)
FRCP (Dermatology)
Mohs, Advanced Surgery and Laser Fellowship
- Languages spoken
- English
- Research highlights
Dr Kapil Bhargava has authored scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to book chapters such as the hair and scalp chapter in the renowned ABC in Dermatology series.
Key Publications
Bhargava K and Fenton D (2019). Hair and Scalp. In R. Morris-Jones (Ed.), ABC of Dermatology. 7th Ed. London: BMJ Books
Lichen planus and lichenoid dermatoses: Conventional and emerging therapeutic strategies. Tziotzios C, Brier T, Lee JYW, Saito R, Hsu CK, Bhargava K, Stefanato CM, Fenton DA, McGrath JA. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2018 Nov;79(5):807-818.
- Professional memberships
Fellow of Royal College of Physicians (UK)
Fellow of Royal Society of Medicine
British Association of Dermatologists
British Society of Dermatologic Surgery
British Hair and Nail Group
European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology
International Dermoscopy Society
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
- Certifications and Awards
Dr Kapil Bhargava has received a manifold of awards for his work in the field including:
Michael Hornstein Memorial Scholarship from European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV)
British Skin Foundation Grant Award
British Association of Dermatologists (BAD)/Dowling Club Travel Fellowship
University College London MBBS Merit Award
Amulree Bursary
British Medical and Dental Students Trust Elective Award
Consultations and services
Insurers covered
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- Cigna International
- Allianz Partners
- Henner
- Bupa International
- Healix
Tests & treatments
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Frequently asked questions
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