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Dr Rakesh Patalay

Verified Dermatology London

Dr Rakesh Patalay

2 years of experience 5.0 (12 verified reviews)

10,710+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Rakesh Patalay at a glance

Dr Rakesh Patalay is a Dermatology practitioner based in London, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on dermatology consultation, full-body mole mapping, biopsy (skin), cryotherapy lesion, mohs surgery. Educated at Universidad Complutense de Madrid (MD, 2023). Serves patients in London, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Rakesh Patalay MBBS MRCP(UK) PhD

Consultant Dermatologist and Dermatology Surgeon

Dr Rakesh Patalay is an experienced Consultant Dermatologist with over 10 years of consultant practice and a reputation as one of London’s leading skin specialists. He practices across London and Reading providing expert, individualised care and bringing the best proven treatments to you.

Nationally recognised for his expertise in laser treatments, skin surgery, acne scarring, and early skin cancer diagnosis, Dr Patalay offers comprehensive services including lesion assessment and removal, Mohs micrographic surgery, cryotherapy, cosmetic injectables, all laser treatments including for pigmentation and resurfacing.

Dr Patalay qualified with an MB BS from the University of London in 1999, gained a PhD in skin imaging in 2013, and became a consultant dermatologist in 2014. He completed a Mohs Surgery Fellowship at the St John's Institute of Dermatology, London, and had an internship in Applied Biophotonics and Laser Dermatology at the Beckman Laser Institute. He is past president of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group and currently works as an NHS consultant at Guys & St Thomas Hospital.

Alongside clinical practice, he is involved in medical research, and regularly teaches and lectures nationally and internationally.

For any enquiries regarding Dr. Rakesh's other clinics please email pa@drpatalay.com

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Rakesh Patalay

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, London (GB)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Dermatology
    Universidad de Navarra, London (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2027-09–2028-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital — Dermatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-816352 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Dermatology
#EB-BD8471AE · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Dermatology consultation 99203 3,038
Full-body mole mapping 96904 2,418
Biopsy (skin) 11102 247
Cryotherapy lesion 17000 620
Mohs surgery 17311 1,286
Laser hair removal 17999 2,666

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 190.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 95.00 EUR
Biopsy (skin) 60 min in_clinic 380.00 EUR
Cryotherapy lesion 90 min in_clinic 665.00 EUR
Mohs surgery 30 min in_clinic 475.00 EUR
Laser hair removal 30 min in_clinic 855.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Rakesh Patalay
HEADSHOT
Rakesh Patalay in consultation
IN OFFICE
Rakesh Patalay with the team
WITH TEAM
Rakesh Patalay at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 73s
Meet Rakesh Patalay

Research & publications

h-index: 18 · i10: 11

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Dermatology
    Rakesh Patalay, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2026
    DOI: 10.9935/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 37816123 · cited by 111
  2. Long-term follow-up of Dermatology across GB
    Rakesh Patalay, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2025
    DOI: 10.4815/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32584058 · cited by 13
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Dermatology
    Rakesh Patalay, et al. · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2024
    DOI: 10.5874/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 36533852 · cited by 123

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Dermatology European Annual Congress (Dermatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Dermatology National Society Meeting · London · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · Since 2028
  • International Society of Dermatology — Member · Since 2028
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2028

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Dermatology
  • Awareness When should you see a dermatology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · dr.rakesh.patalay@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

12 verified reviews
5.00
★★★★★
12 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Rakesh Patalay's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Rakesh Patalay treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Dermatology

Skin, hair and nail conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, mole checks and skin-cancer screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Rakesh Patalay specialise in?

    Rakesh Patalay specialises in Dermatology in London, GB. 27 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Rakesh Patalay treat?

    Rakesh Patalay treats conditions within Dermatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Rakesh Patalay practise?

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  • What languages does Rakesh Patalay speak?

    Rakesh Patalay speaks English.

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    Rakesh Patalay has a verified rating of 5/5 from 12 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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