Expert Care for All Skin Tones, Backgrounds, and Hair Types
At MIMP, we provide NHS care for patients of all skin colours and hair types. We treat common and complex conditions affecting skin, scalp, and hair, and offer care that is friendly, practical, and easy to understand.
Meet Our Skin and Hair Health Experts
Our team has experience treating all skin tones and hair types, including conditions like female pattern hair loss.
- Dr Apekcha Limbu-Chand, GP and dermatology lead – expert in acne, eczema, fungal infections, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, hair loss, scalp conditions, and dermatoscopy for early skin cancer detection. Nepalese, Hindi/Urdu and Bengali speaker.
- Dr Randa Elamin, GP – expert in acne, eczema, fungal infections, psoriasis, pigmentation disorders, scalp conditions, and dermatoscopy for suspicious moles and lesions. Arabic speaker.
- Dr Maria Ahmed, GP – expert in Eczema and Hair loss. Urdu/Hindi and Punjabi speaker.
- Fatima Mujeeb, Physician Assistant – specialises in Eczema and allergic skin conditions. Urdu/Hindi speaker.
Two of our doctors are trained in dermatoscopy, allowing us to spot subtle changes early and give you accurate advice and peace of mind.
Our Approach
- Inclusive Care: We welcome patients from all backgrounds, cultures, and languages.
- Clear Advice: We explain conditions and treatments in simple, easy-to-understand language.
- Practical Support: We focus on treatments that are evidence based.
- Early Detection: Serious conditions like skin cancer or scalp disorders are identified early by our dermatoscopy-trained specialists.
Common Skin and Hair Conditions We Treat
Skin:
- Eczema and dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Acne
- Fungal infections
- Pigmentation changes (hyperpigmentation, vitiligo)
- Suspicious moles and skin cancers (dermatoscopy available)
Hair & Scalp:
- Female pattern hair loss and thinning hair
- Male pattern hair loss
- Scalp psoriasis or eczema
- Fungal scalp infections
We carefully assess how conditions appear across all skin tones and hair types, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Why Skin Tone, Hair Type, and Dermatoscopy Matter
- Redness, inflammation, and rashes may look different on darker skin.
- Hair thinning and scalp conditions can present differently depending on hair type.
- Dermatoscopy allows early and accurate detection of moles, lesions, and skin cancer.
- Early detection of both skin and hair conditions leads to better outcomes — our dermatoscopy-trained doctors ensure subtle changes are spotted promptly.
Accessible Care for Everyone
- Language support: Interpreters or translated materials are available if English is not your first language.
- Practical guidance: Advice on low-cost skincare, scalp care, sun protection, and home checks.
- Flexible appointments: We aim to make visits convenient for patients facing challenging circumstances.