Why Choose Toby Nelson Dermatology in Truro & Okehampton
Dr Toby Nelson is a Consultant Dermatologist (MB BS, BSc Hons, MRCP(UK)) with specialist fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology. He qualified in 2007, became a consultant in 2017 and completed an internationally recognised Mohs fellowship. He holds professional memberships including the Royal College of Physicians, British Association of Dermatologists, British Association of Dermatological Surgery and is an associate/member of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr Nelson combines NHS experience with private practice to deliver safe, evidence-based surgical and medical dermatology care.
The clinic provides medical and surgical dermatology with a focus on skin cancer diagnosis and treatment, Mohs micrographic surgery, complex reconstructive procedures, mole and lesion removal, laser and minor surgical procedures, plus management of acne, hair loss and inflammatory skin disease. Treatments emphasise meticulous surgical technique, full histological margin control for cancer excision when needed, personalized treatment planning, and outcomes that prioritise function and cosmetic appearance. Private Mohs surgery is offered at Wood MediSpa (purpose-built theatre and on-site laboratory) for same-day margin assessment and reconstruction.
Private clinics are run from Duchy Hospital, Penventinnie Lane, Truro, TR1 3UP and Wood MediSpa, Wood Estate, EX20 2LS (Okehampton). Both locations are accessible by car (Truro and the A30 corridor to Okehampton/Exeter); Wood MediSpa is approximately 25 minutes from Exeter and around 1 hour from Plymouth. The clinic accepts private referrals and prefers GP referrals; bookings via enquiries@tobynelsondermatology.com, Wood MediSpa +44 1837 516629 or Duchy Hospital bookings +44 7812 095769. University Hospitals Plymouth contact details (Rowan House) and dermatology reception numbers are available for NHS or administration queries.
