Dr Paul Farrant
Qualifications
BSc (Hons), MBBS (Hons), FRCP
GMC number: 4650069
Practising since: 1999
Specialties
Dermatology
Consultation times
- Monday 08:45 - 17:00 (Weekly)
- Overview
Or call us on
About
Dr Paul Farrant is a highly experienced Consultant Dermatologist and dermatological surgeon, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions and skin cancer.
He trained at the renowned St John’s Institute of Dermatology at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, as well as leading London teaching hospitals including King’s College Hospital and St George’s Hospital.
Dr Farrant was appointed Consultant Dermatologist at Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust in 2009 and has been Clinical Lead since 2012. He is a core member of the skin cancer multidisciplinary team and performs more than 400 skin cancer procedures each year.
He holds six Clinical Excellence Awards in recognition of his contribution to the NHS and was elected a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2012 for his services to dermatology.
Alongside skin cancer care, Dr Farrant treats a wide range of common skin conditions, including acne, eczema and psoriasis. He has a particular interest in hair loss and scalp disorders and is recognised nationally for his expertise in this area. He lectures widely across the UK and internationally and is actively involved in research, leading several studies in alopecia (hair loss).
Dr Farrant offers specialist services including skin cancer screening, mole mapping and advanced hair loss assessment using video trichoscopy.
Special interests
- Skin Cancer & Surgery
- Acne, Eczema & Psoriasis
- Hair Loss and Scalp Disorders
Other interests
Skin Cancer Screening & Mole Mapping
Personal interests
Cycling, Swimming, Running, Triathlon, Level 2 British Triathlon Coach, Photography
Languages spoken
English
Treatments and tests offered by Dr Paul Farrant at Nuffield Health
- Mole removal
- Photodynamic therapy (PDT)
- Excisional biopsy
- Allergy testing
- Skin assessment clinic
- Dermatological surgery
- Facial surgery
- Mole assessment
- Excision of skin lesion
- Dermoscope
- Skin surgery
- Skin pigmentation
- Skin cancer surgery
- Penile lesions (biopsy of)
Locations Dr Paul Farrant works with
Related experience
Research
Dr Farrant is a very active researcher with 1 dedicated session per week and currently is Principle Investigator for 4 clinical studies based at the Clinical Research Unit in Brighton. Two studies are investigating the use of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Eczema. Two further studies are investigating Janus Kinase inhibitors in the treatment of moderate to severe Alopecia Areata.
In addition to these therapeutic trials, Dr Farrant is a collaborator on a genetic study investigating Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and has an academic Partnership with Imperial College Hospital, London.
Memberships
- British Association of Dermatologists
- Fellow Royal College of Physicians
- American Academy of Dermatologists
- European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology
- European Hair Research Society
- British Hair and Nail Society
- British Society of Medical Dermatology
Other posts held
- Consultant Dermatologist & Clinical Lead, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals Trust
Insurers Dr Paul Farrant works with
Dr Paul Farrant works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Cigna
- The Exeter
- Simplyhealth
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- WPA
Declaration
Dr Paul Farrant does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Paul Farrant does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Paul Farrant does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.