Dr Hayley Smith
Qualifications
BSc, MBBS, MRCP(Medicine) , MRCP (Derm)
GMC number: 7264062
Practising since: 2012
Specialties
Dermatology
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About
Dr Hayley Smith is a consultant dermatologist with a special interest in melanoma, acne and cosmetic dermatology. She graduated from the University of Newcastle in 2012 and completed postgraduate training in Yorkshire. Here she gained experience in mole assessment, skin cancer/surgery, acne, paediatric dermatology, psoriasis, connective tissue disease, leg ulceration, photobiology, cutaneous allergy, vulval dermatology, hair disorders and general dermatology.
Dr Smith has a substantive post at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust where she runs specialist mole and melanoma clinics, managing the most complex and high-risk cases across the region. This includes adults and children with multiple atypical moles, and/or a family history of melanoma. She offers an in-depth mole-checking service, identifying individual risk factors, and delivering patient-focused treatments, including surgical interventions for skin cancer and benign lesions.
Dr Smith has a postgraduate diploma in skin ageing and
aesthetic medicine, with expertise in personalised prescription-grade skin
care. She also has a BSc in psychology, giving her a profound understanding of
both the physical and psychological implications of skin disease. She continues
to collaborate on international research, considering the impact of acne. She
is widely published in the fields of skin cancer and acne and has presented
both Nationally and Internationally, winning multiple prizes for work
presented.
Special interests
Melanoma/Skin
Cancer, Pigmented Lesions/ Atypical moles, Acne, Minor Skin Surgery, Cosmetic
dermatology (anti-wrinkle injections and prescription cosmeceuticals/skin care).
Other interests
General Dermatology (Eczema, Psoriasis, Hair & Nail disorder).
Languages spoken
English
Treatments and tests offered by Dr Hayley Smith at Nuffield Health
- Excisional biopsy
- Mole assessment
- Excision of skin lesion
Locations Dr Hayley Smith works with
Related experience
Memberships
- GMC
- British Association of Dermatologist
- British Society for Dermatological Surgeons Acne Core Outcomes Research Network
- British Society for Cosmetic Dermatology
- Royal College of Physicians
Insurers Dr Hayley Smith works with
Dr Hayley Smith works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Cigna
- Healix
- WPA
- Healix
Declaration
Dr Hayley Smith does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Hayley Smith does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Hayley Smith does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.