Dr Bhargava Consultant Dermatologist and Mohs Surgeon
Dr Bhargava Consultant Dermatologist and Fellowship trained Mohs dermatologic surgeon. He is a recognised expert in skin cancer, Mohs and surgical dermatology, hair disorders and cosmetic dermatology.
St John's Institute of Dermatology trained
After completing his medical training at University Hospital Medical School, London Dr Bhargava has gone onto undertake general medical training at University College London Hospitals and Guy's and St Thomas, culminating in Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (UK). He trained in Dermatology at the renowned St John's Institute of Dermatology in all aspects of general and specialist Dermatology and was awarded CCT(Dermatology) by the General Medical Council (GMC). He is on the GMC specialist register for Dermatology.
Subsequently he completed a prestigious Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) approved post-CCT Fellowship in Mohs and Advanced Dermatologic Surgery. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians based on endorsement by his colleagues.
Experience
He is currently based at The Royal London Hospital where he is the Lead Consultant for Skin Cancer and Mohs micrographic surgery. At St Thomas' Hospital/ St John’s Institute of Dermatology he sees patients referred from across the UK for hair and nail disorders.
In addition to his clinical duties, Dr Bhargava is an invited speaker nationally and internationally on skin cancer, surgery and hair disorders and acts as a supervisor to specialist dermatology trainees.
He has authored numerous peer reviewed publications and book chapters including the hair and scalp chapter in the ubiquitous ABC of Dermatology series. He is a spokesperson for the British Skin Foundation.
Areas of expertise
- Skin Cancer
- Dermatologic Surgery/ Mohs Surgery
- Hair and Nail Disorders
- Cosmetic Dermatology
Personal treatment philosophy
"I aim to guide patients in understanding their condition and treatment choices. By identifying what is important to them and integrating it with the best clinical evidence, I can personalise their care and provide bespoke treatment regimens that deliver optimal outcomes".
What piece of advice do you most often give to your patients?
Feel free to ask all the questions that you have and express your concerns. It is important that you understand your options so that we can determine the one that is right for you.