Why Choose Royal Cornwall Hospitals Dermatology in Truro/Cornwall?
Led by Consultant Dermatologist Dr Samantha Hann — the department's specialty lead — the team combines specialist dermatology training with advanced surgical expertise. Dr Hann completed a British Society of Dermatological Surgeons Mohs fellowship and has held a substantive consultant post in Cornwall since 2009, providing senior clinical oversight of skin cancer and surgical dermatology services.
The service delivers comprehensive medical and surgical dermatology: skin cancer diagnosis and Mohs micrographic surgery, basal cell carcinoma care, patch testing for contact dermatitis, acne, eczema, psoriasis, hair and nail disorders, vulval and male genital dermatology, and cosmetic camouflage. Consultant‑led multidisciplinary clinics, community lesion imaging and teledermatology pathways personalise treatment and streamline care.
Based at Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) in Truro, the dermatology service supports patients across Cornwall via hospital and community clinics. The team emphasises patient‑centred, timely care, multidisciplinary collaboration and digital triage innovations to improve diagnostic speed and uphold high standards in both medical and surgical dermatology.
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