Special expertise
Adults + Children + Skin Cancer + Squamous Cell Carcinoma + Basal Cell Carcinoma + Melanoma + Actinic Keratosis + Mole Checks/Mapping (Early Detection of Suspicious Lesions) & Pigmented Lesions + General Dermatology + Acne + Rosacea + Melasma + Eczema
Profile
Dr Jason Thomson is a Consultant Dermatologist and leading expert in skin cancer, with a strong research and clinical background in diagnosing and managing melanoma, squamous cell and basal cell carcinomas. He has published extensively and lectured internationally on his cutting-edge research and has completed a PhD on advancing the understanding of skin cancer biology. He practices in the NHS at the world-famous Royal London Hospital and privately at The Medical Chambers Kensington.
In addition to his expertise in skin cancer, Dr Thomson has extensive experience of managing a wide range of general dermatology conditions, including acne, rosacea, melasma, eczema, psoriasis, and inflammatory skin diseases. He carries out minor surgical procedures, including mole removal, skin biopsies and excision of cysts and lipomas. He is at the forefront of skincare product development, combining dermatological expertise with cosmetic science to create evidence-based treatments for skin health and ageing. Dr Thomson played a pioneering role in personalised dermatology as Medical Director of Skin + Me, where he led the development of innovative prescription treatments for facial skin conditions.
Dr Thomson studied medicine at University of Cambridge and King’s College London, before specialising in dermatology. He trained in the UK’s most prestigious dermatology centres, including Royal London and Royal Free Hospitals and was selected for the highly competitive UK Academic Dermatology Training Programme. He developed expertise in both clinical dermatology and translational research and his academic and research achievements have been recognised with multiple prestigious awards.
Dr Thomson is a regularly featured expert in the press and has appeared on national TV news discussing skin cancer and sunscreens. He also loves informing people about dermatology, skin cancer awareness, and skincare ingredients through his Instagram account: @drjasonthomson. You can also read his research here.
