Close-up of eczema on the inner elbow (illustrative image)

Dermatology · Eczema · Private clinic in East London

Private eczema clinic in London, same-day dermatology.

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) causes itchy, dry, inflamed skin that flares and settles — good treatment controls flares and protects the skin barrier. Our private dermatology clinic in East London offers same-day eczema assessment with a private dermatologist, diagnosis and a clear treatment plan — usually without a referral and often the same day.

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Same-daydermatology
Specialist-ledprivate dermatologist
No referralneeded

The condition

What is eczema?

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) causes itchy, dry, inflamed skin that flares and settles — good treatment controls flares and protects the skin barrier.

Atopic eczema
Flare management
Steroid & emollient plan
Allergy-triggered eczema
Infected eczema
Adult & childhood eczema

Understanding eczema

Eczema: symptoms, causes, tests & treatment

Seek same-day assessment if

eczema becomes weeping, crusted, blistered or rapidly worse, with yellow crusting
there are clusters of small painful blisters or punched-out sores, particularly on the face — this can be a herpes infection of eczema and needs urgent antiviral treatment
there is fever, feeling unwell, or spreading redness with the rash
eczema is near or around the eye and the eye is red or painful
a baby's eczema is widespread and they are unwell or not feeding

Eczema herpeticum — herpes virus infecting eczematous skin — spreads fast and needs treating within hours, not days. Monomorphic punched-out lesions in someone with eczema who feels unwell should always be assessed urgently. In an emergency call 999, or go to the Royal London Hospital Emergency Department, Whitechapel Road, London E1 1FR.

Emollients: the amounts that actually work

500ga week for an adult with widespread eczema

250ga week for a child

3–4×a day, every day, flare or no flare

Apply in the direction of hair growth, smoothing on rather than rubbing in. Rubbing can block hair follicles and cause spots.
Continue even when the skin looks completely normal — this is what prevents the next flare.
Apply immediately after bathing, on damp skin.
Use an emollient instead of soap, shower gel and bubble bath. Ordinary soap strips the barrier and is a common reason eczema will not settle.
If a product stings or feels unpleasant, try a different one. The best emollient is the one you will actually use several times a day.
Use pump dispensers or a clean spoon to get product out of tubs, to avoid contaminating them.

Fire risk from emollients

Emollients, including paraffin-free ones, soak into fabric and make clothing, bedding and bandages far more flammable. There have been deaths. Do not smoke, use naked flames, or sit close to a heater or gas hob while wearing emollient-soaked clothing, and wash bedding and nightwear frequently on a hot wash.

Steroid creams

Topical steroids are the treatment for a flare, and fear of them is the commonest reason eczema stays out of control. Used correctly they are safe.

Use a strength appropriate to the site and severity — a weak preparation on badly inflamed skin simply prolongs the flare.
Apply once or twice daily until the skin is smooth and the itch has gone, then stop. Treating for two days and stopping is why flares recur.
Use the fingertip unit as your guide: the amount squeezed from the tip of an adult finger to the first crease treats an area the size of two adult palms.
Apply steroid and emollient at different times, around 20 to 30 minutes apart, so neither dilutes the other.
Skin thinning is a risk with prolonged, unsupervised use of strong steroids on delicate sites — not with appropriate courses on the body.

Reducing flares

Helps

Short, lukewarm baths or showers, then emollient within minutes
Cotton clothing; washing new clothes before wearing
Keeping nails short; cotton mittens for babies at night
Keeping bedrooms cool — overheating drives itch
Non-biological detergent, and a second rinse cycle

Common triggers

Soap, bubble bath, shower gel and wipes
Heat, sweating and sudden temperature change
Wool and synthetic fabrics next to skin
House dust mite, pet dander and pollen in some people
Stress, and in some children certain foods

Food and eczema

Food allergy is a driver in a minority of children with moderate to severe eczema, particularly babies under one whose eczema is not responding to good skin treatment. It is much less commonly relevant in adults. Do not remove major food groups from a child's diet without assessment — unnecessary exclusion risks nutritional harm and can actually increase the chance of developing a true allergy.

Book an appointment if eczema is not controlled despite regular emollients and appropriate steroid use, it is infected, it is disturbing sleep or school, or you would like allergy testing or a dermatology opinion. We can prescribe, test and refer, and our dermatology team sees patients without a wait.

Dermatology services we offer

Expert skin care under one roof

From same-day GP treatment to consultant dermatology, mole checks and minor surgery — with a clear plan the same visit.

Specialist-led

Private Dermatology

Consultant dermatologist assessment.

Dermoscopy

Mole & Skin Cancer Check

Expert mole checks and skin cancer screening.

On site

Minor Surgery

Removal of moles, cysts and lumps under local.

Diagnostics

Allergy & Patch Testing

Find triggers for eczema and reactions.

No referral

Private GP

Same-day GP for skin infections & rashes.

Cosmetic

Skin Treatments

Evidence-based treatments for skin concerns.

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Simple & reassuring

Seen today, in three easy steps

Book in a minute

Book online any time or call reception — no GP referral needed for most skin appointments.

Seen quickly

One of our GMC-registered doctors examines your skin in clinic and explains what it is — for dermatology appointments, our dermatologist joins by secure video.

Diagnosis & plan

You leave with a diagnosis, a prescription or procedure where needed, and a clear plan.

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Private assessment

See a private dermatologist for eczema in London

At our private dermatology clinic on Whitechapel Road in East London, you can see a private dermatologist or eczema doctor without a referral — most days, often the same day. A private GP in East London or consultant dermatologist will assess you, arrange the right tests and explain your diagnosis and treatment options clearly. We help patients across East London, Canary Wharf, the City, Docklands and Aldgate who want fast, private answers about eczema.

Our hybrid dermatology service. At Tower Bridge Hospital, dermatology appointments usually combine an in-person skin examination by one of our doctors with a secure video consultation with our dermatologist. HD skin analysis and clinical photography may be used where appropriate. This approach provides convenient specialist advice without always requiring a separate face-to-face dermatologist appointment.

Consultation: £150 — includes both the onsite doctor examination and dermatologist video consultation, with no additional GP fee. If a biopsy or minor surgical procedure is required, this can be arranged separately at our clinic.

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Local, private, fast

A private dermatology clinic for East London & Canary Wharf

Tower Bridge Hospital is on Whitechapel Road in the heart of East London — minutes from Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands and Aldgate. Patients across Tower Hamlets, Wapping, Limehouse and Bethnal Green choose us for a fast, private eczema appointment with a dermatologist, without the wait or the referral.

Why choose us

Why choose our East London private dermatology clinic

Same-day, no referral — private GP and dermatology under one roof
Consultant dermatologists, GMC-registered
Dermoscopy & minor surgery on site for moles and lumps
Minutes from Canary Wharf & the City of London
Medical & cosmetic skin care in one place
Transparent pricing and a clear plan

Ready when you are

See a private dermatologist for eczema — the same day.

Book a private eczema assessment in East London: same-day appointments, dermatologist-led care and a clear plan. No referral needed.

Book same-day appointment 020 7916 0029

Common questions

Eczema in London: your questions answered

Where can I find a private eczema specialist near me in East London?

Our private dermatology clinic is on Whitechapel Road in East London, minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. You can see a private dermatologist or eczema doctor for assessment and treatment, usually the same day and without a referral.

Can I see a private dermatologist for eczema the same day?

Yes. We hold same-day private appointments most days, including Saturdays, so you can be assessed by a dermatologist or GP quickly, with tests done in-house where possible.

How much does a private eczema appointment cost in London?

We keep pricing transparent — see our fees page or call 020 7916 0029, and we will explain the cost of the eczema assessment and any tests before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a private dermatologist for eczema?

No. You can book directly with our clinic. If you are unsure whether to start with a private GP or a dermatologist, we will guide you.

How is eczema controlled?

With regular emollients, steroid or non-steroid treatments for flares, and identifying triggers; our team builds a clear plan.

Can allergy testing help my eczema?

Sometimes — where triggers are suspected, patch or allergy testing can guide avoidance alongside treatment.

Which areas do you serve for private eczema care?

We see private patients from across East London, Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands, Aldgate, Wapping, Limehouse and Tower Hamlets.

Medically reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat — Clinical Director, GMC 7138332. Last reviewed August 2026 · next review August 2027. Written in line with our editorial & content-review policy, using guidance from the NHS, NICE and the relevant royal colleges. This information is general and does not replace personal medical advice.

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