Welcome to CHEC’s Dermatology Services. we are dedicated to offering patients access to expert specialist dermatology teams within our modern, state-of-the-art hospitals within your community. We understand the impact skin conditions can have on people’s life, which is why we are committed to providing shorter waiting times for NHS treatments. Our focus is on delivering comprehensive and high-quality care, ensuring your patients receive the timely attention you need, closer to home. How to refer to CHEC When referring via e-RS, please select the relevant CHEC location on the e-RS system. Referrals will be clinically triaged by the community service, ensuring that each patient is directed to the most appropriate setting. Virtual and face-to-face consultations available. Examples of Conditions Treated At CHEC DermatologyDermatology EczemaLichen planus and sclerosisActinic keratosisAlopecia / hair lossBowen’s diseaseUrticariaAcnePigment disorders e.g. vitiligo, melasmaPsoriasisRosaceaGranuloma annulareRash of diagnostic uncertaintyPremalignant skin disease i.e Bowen’s disease, solar keratosisSkin lesions requiring second opinionHair / nail / scalp disordersBasal cell carcinoma (BBCs)Fungal infectionsSkin biopsies sampled through curetting, shave excision, punch and excision biopsy for diagnosisLesion of diagnostic uncertaintyPruritus Exclusions DermatologyDermatology Non-NHS PatientsUrgent two week wait suspected dermatology cancer referralsRapid access to specialist clinics for urgent and emergency careHigh-risk BCC (Basal Cell Carcinoma) on the eyelid, nasal alae or nasal tip or one that will require a graft or flapPatients requiring cosmetic treatments, including Botox or dermal fillers Need information on a different service? Gastroenterology TreatmentsClick here to read about our full range of Gastroenterology treatmentsGastroenterologyOphthalmology TreatmentsClick here to read about our full range of Ophthalmology treatmentsOphthalmology