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Dr Kapil  Bhargava

Dr Kapil Bhargava

Consultant Dermatologist & Dermatologic Surgeon

Skin CancerMole and Lesion AssessmentHair Loss/Alopecia and Scalp Disorders

About Kapil Bhargava

• Specialist in: skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, Mohs micrographic surgery, hair loss and scalp disorders, facial pigmentation, and scar revision
• Best for patients with: suspected or confirmed skin cancer, persistent hair loss or thinning, acne scarring, changing moles, or facial redness and flushing
• Tests and treatments offered: Mohs micrographic surgery, mole checks, skin lesion excision, laser and intense pulsed light therapy, cryotherapy, curettage and cautery, scar treatment and revision, skin tag removal
• Available at: Welbeck, 1 Welbeck Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AR
• Also: Lead for Skin Cancer and Dermatologic Surgery at the Royal London Hospital, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, awarded the Michael Hornstein Memorial Scholarship and a British Skin Foundation Grant; specialist hair and scalp consultations available

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
  • Surgical Dermatology
  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
  • Laser Treatment

Overview

Age of patients seen
18+
Qualifications
  • BSc

  • MBBS

  • FRCP (UK)

  • FRCP (Dermatology)

  • Mohs, Advanced Surgery and Laser Fellowship

Languages spoken
English

Consultations and services

  • Self-pay available from £325
  • Health insurance
  • 20 mins consultation

  • Self-pay available from £325
  • Health insurance
  • 20 mins consultation

  • Self-pay available from £395
  • Health insurance
  • 40 mins consultation

Insurers covered

  • WPA

Locations

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London

1 Welbeck Street
Marylebone
London
W1G 0AR

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Frequently asked questions

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.