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Dr Vinod Elangasinghe

Dermatology Cheadle

Dr Vinod Elangasinghe

2 years of experience

3,330+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Vinod Elangasinghe at a glance

Dr Vinod Elangasinghe is a Dermatology practitioner based in Cheadle, United Kingdom, practising at Universidad Complutense de Madrid Teaching Hospital. They have 25+ 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 Cheadle, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr Vinod Elangasinghe is a Consultant Dermatologist who specialises in adult and paediatric dermatology at Salford Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust- Manchester (rated best NHS trust in UK '17 and '18). Following the completion of MBBS in 2001 Dr Elangasinghe has worked in various parts of the UK (Ayrshire- Mid Wales- Yorkshire- Norfolk and Leicestershire) as part of his medical and specialist training.
He completed UK medical physician training by obtaining the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in 2007 (MRCP). During these 6 years, he gained a vast amount of general medical experience (including intensive care- cardiology) which is a bit more than routine training and he is renowned for this expertise in medical dermatology as most skin conditions/ rashes have connections to internal medical problems. Having obtained Joint Royal College Training accreditation in 2010 (MRCP Derm UK) Dr Elangasinghe was appointed as a full-time NHS consultant in Dermatology in 2011 as soon as his training was finished. Dr Elangasinghe was appointed a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) in 2014.
Dr Elangasinghe has authored many publications in Dermatology and presented at national and international conferences. Positions held in the past consultant Dermatologist- Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS FT (2011-2016)Skin Cancer MDT Lead- North Derbyshire- Chesterfield (2014-2016)Vice-chair- Skin Cancer NSSG- South Yorkshire and Humber (2014-2016)Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer- University of Sheffield (2012-2016)Dr Elangasinghe maintains the most up to date knowledge and experience in treating skin diseases ranging from skin cancer to rashes (inflammatory skin disease). He also has a special interest in science and the biology behind hair disorders. He is a clinician who uses a mixture of most advanced- novel treatments along with older well-trusted ones in providing patients with a range of treatment options.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
Skin surgery
Laser skin surgery
Acne/ spots/ pimples
Eczema
Psoriasis
Skin tags
Infections of skin
Cysts, lipomas
Birth marks, blemishes
Age and liver spots
Pigmentation problems
Hyperhydrosis (excessive sweating)
Scarring (mild or severe) from acne scars, post traumatic scars, unsightly surgical scars and keloids
Hair problems (thinning, losing hair or other problems) and alopecia
Allergic skin problems (allergy/ patch testing offered for patients 3 years and over)
Childrens' skin problems (Paediatric Dermatology)- eczema being the commonest
Red face/ Rosacea and thread veins (you may or may not have other symptoms)
Rashes that you are struggling to get a diagnosis
Chronic non healing leg ulcers

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

— Dr Vinod Elangasinghe

Education & training

  1. 2017–2023 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Cheadle (GB)
  2. 2023–2027 Residency · Dermatology
    Universidad de Sevilla, Cheadle (GB)
  3. 2027–2028 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

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-597942 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Dermatology
#EB-F5086271 · issued 2028 · renewal 2038
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Dermatology consultation 99203 1,965
Full-body mole mapping 96904 1,809
Biopsy (skin) 11102 2,932
Cryotherapy lesion 17000 255
Mohs surgery 17311 1,829
Laser hair removal 17999 1,569

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) 120 min in_clinic 760.00 EUR
Cryotherapy lesion 30 min in_clinic 285.00 EUR
Mohs surgery 90 min in_clinic 855.00 EUR
Laser hair removal 90 min in_clinic 475.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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Vinod Elangasinghe in consultation
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Vinod Elangasinghe with the team
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Vinod Elangasinghe at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 115s
Meet Vinod Elangasinghe

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 5

  1. Outcomes of Dermatology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Vinod Elangasinghe, et al. · British Journal of Dermatology, 2025
    DOI: 10.7094/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38944184 · cited by 52
  2. European registry analysis of Dermatology outcomes
    Vinod Elangasinghe, et al. · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2024
    DOI: 10.8208/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 34865940 · cited by 30

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — Cheadle · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

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 2026-03-16 · 11 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a dermatology? 2026-01-25 · 7 min read

For international patients

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Patient liaison · dr.vinod.elangasinghe@euroclinics.example

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  • ★★★★★ ✓ 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 Vinod Elangasinghe's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Vinod Elangasinghe 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

Why local healthcare in Cheadle matters

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    Vinod Elangasinghe specialises in Dermatology in Cheadle, GB. 25 years of clinical experience.

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