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Trust score 8/100
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Dr
Dr Anthony Downs
Dermatology
English
Spanish
2,142+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
4
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr Tony Downs is a consultant dermatologist specialising in medical laser procedures and skin cancer diagnosis. His practice also covers the management of all conditions within general dermatology.
A highly experienced dermatologist with particular expertise in the management of skin cancer. For 13 years was the lead clinician and chair of a multi-disciplinary team that treated patients with skin cancer in Devon (a skin cancer hot-spot of the UK). He pioneered the use of dermoscopy in the UK since 1999 and has been involved in a number of melanoma and other skin cancer clinical trials. This experience has given him particular expertise in providing complete care for patients with skin cancer. Given his position, he regularly trains other dermatologists, nurses and GP in advanced skin surgery of skin cancer and dermoscopy.
Dr Downs other main interest is in the management of psoriasis, for which he has gained a national and international reputation. He has lectured on the subject in different countries and contributed to a number of key publications.
He has been the clinical director of the regional NHS and private laser service at Exeter since 2001 and contributed to innovations in laser techniques over that time. This has allowed him to develop a comprehensive knowledge of laser treatments and also a varied cosmetic practice.
His NHS practice now fuses a community-led service across extended areas of Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
• Laser surgery
• Dermoscopy
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Skin cancer
• Psoriasis
A highly experienced dermatologist with particular expertise in the management of skin cancer. For 13 years was the lead clinician and chair of a multi-disciplinary team that treated patients with skin cancer in Devon (a skin cancer hot-spot of the UK). He pioneered the use of dermoscopy in the UK since 1999 and has been involved in a number of melanoma and other skin cancer clinical trials. This experience has given him particular expertise in providing complete care for patients with skin cancer. Given his position, he regularly trains other dermatologists, nurses and GP in advanced skin surgery of skin cancer and dermoscopy.
Dr Downs other main interest is in the management of psoriasis, for which he has gained a national and international reputation. He has lectured on the subject in different countries and contributed to a number of key publications.
He has been the clinical director of the regional NHS and private laser service at Exeter since 2001 and contributed to innovations in laser techniques over that time. This has allowed him to develop a comprehensive knowledge of laser treatments and also a varied cosmetic practice.
His NHS practice now fuses a community-led service across extended areas of Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
• Laser surgery
• Dermoscopy
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Skin cancer
• Psoriasis
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Anthony Downs
Education & training
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2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2008–2012 Residency · Dermatology
Career & appointments
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2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Dermatology
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 1,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Dermatology consultation | 99203 | 1,192 |
| Full-body mole mapping | 96904 | 972 |
| Biopsy (skin) | 11102 | 2,345 |
| Cryotherapy lesion | 17000 | 690 |
| Mohs surgery | 17311 | 2,144 |
| Laser hair removal | 17999 | 1,380 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 855.00 EUR |
| Cryotherapy lesion | 30 min | in_clinic | 190.00 EUR |
| Mohs surgery | 90 min | in_clinic | 760.00 EUR |
| Laser hair removal | 90 min | in_clinic | 380.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 13 · i10: 10
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Validation of clinical scoring in Dermatology
DOI: 10.1582/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30481795 · cited by 137
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Long-term follow-up of Dermatology across
DOI: 10.4192/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32536100 · cited by 19
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Dermatology European Annual Congress (Dermatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Dermatology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · since 2013
- International Society of Dermatology — Member · since 2013
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2013
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 0.05
- Knowledge
- 0.08
- Wait Time
- 3.80
- Staff Friendliness
- 0.02
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.00
- Value For Money
- 4.10
- Would Recommend Pct
- 4
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Dermatology
- Awareness When should you see a dermatology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · dr.anthony.downs@euroclinics.example
