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The Medical Chambers Kensington The Medical Chambers. Welcoming. Reassuring. World-class medical care with a unique personal touch. Professionalism is at the core of everything we do.

The Medical Chambers Kensington is a private clinic with a mission to provide service like no other. In a world where medical expertise often lacks the personal touch, The Medical Chambers stands apart as an organisation where your wellbeing is of paramount importance to every member of our team. Standards and procedures are meticulously maintained and reviewed every day. This attention to your comfort and wellbeing extends far beyond the obvious. Unlike many other organisations, we are not content to rely on our own observations of how we are doing. So we regularly use mystery callers whose feedback we rigorously review and act on. The results of such exhaustive self-improvement are borne out by the feedback we receive from our regular Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients describe the ambience as calm and reassuring and they place high value on the discreet and intimate environment here. We are immensely proud of our reputation as a facility which combines world-class medical care with a unique focus on personal attention.

01/10/2026

Is your child getting hives – those raised, intensely itchy welts that seem to appear from nowhere, disappear, and then pop up somewhere else? 💜

Today, on Chronic Urticaria Awareness Day, Dr Lauri-Ann Van der Poel, a Consultant Paediatric Allergist at our clinic, talks about chronic urticaria, or recurrent hives.

Urticaria is very common in children, and most episodes are short-lived. But when hives keep coming back for more than six weeks, we call this chronic urticaria. We know how incredibly frustrating this can be for children and families, particularly when it affects sleep, school, sport or simply the confidence to go about normal life.

Importantly, chronic urticaria does not necessarily mean your child has an allergy. And the good news is that you don't just have to put up with it – there are specialist treatments available.

If your child is struggling with recurrent hives, we'd be very happy to help. Tap the link in our bio to make an appointment. 💜

04/09/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr Farah Ahmed to The Medical Chambers Kensington. 💜

Dr Ahmed is a GP and British Menopause Society-accredited menopause specialist. She works exclusively in women's health, and supports women at every stage of their reproductive lives, from menstrual and hormonal concerns through to perimenopause, menopause and beyond.

Dr Ahmed is known for taking the time to truly listen and for making sure every patient feels fully informed and involved in their care.

Whatever you are experiencing, Dr Ahmed will take the time to understand your symptoms and discuss all the options available to you, from lifestyle advice and hormonal or non-hormonal treatments to procedures such as MonaLisa Touch, where appropriate.

Tap the link in our bio to learn more or to make an appointment with Dr Farah Ahmed 💜

11/08/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr Nihull Jakharia-Shah, Consultant Dermatologist, to The Medical Chambers Kensington. 💜

Dr Jakharia-Shah is one of London’s leading Consultant Dermatologists, and practices at Imperial College NHS Trust, where he also leads the severe eczema clinic. He sees both adults and children, with extensive experience across a wide range of skin conditions including  inflammatory skin disease, eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, moles and skin cancer.

He has particular expertise in hair loss and scalp disorders, including complex alopecia, and the many treatments now available. He is known for his warm, considered approach to even the most challenging or sensitive cases.

To learn more about Dr Jakharia-Shah or to arrange an appointment, tap the link in our bio.

We’re delighted to see Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Veronique Bataille, featured in Stylist Magazine this week. 🌟Dr Bata...
21/07/2026

We’re delighted to see Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Veronique Bataille, featured in Stylist Magazine this week. 🌟

Dr Bataille, a senior dermatologist at The Medical Chambers Kensington, highlighted a common problem at the moment: how the hot weather can trigger skin breakouts and what you can do to prevent them. 🥵

As Dr Bataille explained: “Too many layers of creams and moisturisers with sunscreen applied on top can cause breakouts and rashes at this time of year…With rising temperatures increasing oil production, it’s best to switch to lighter, non-comedogenic formulas and simplify routines.”

Her tips include streamlining your skin care routine, choosing lighter formulas, avoiding heavy duty sunscreens, and using a facial mist to keep your skin cool to minimise inflammation.

If you’re concerned about your skin or would like a tailored skincare routine for the summer, Dr Bataille offers appointments at our private dermatology clinic. She specialises in the full range of skin conditions, including: acne, rosacea, psoriasis, mole checks and melanoma.

Click the link in our bio to learn more.💜

As we go through menopause, many of us find that alcohol just doesn’t agree with us the way it used to. A couple of glas...
10/07/2026

As we go through menopause, many of us find that alcohol just doesn’t agree with us the way it used to. A couple of glasses of w**e that once felt perfectly manageable can now leave us completely wiped out the next day.

There’s a lot going on during this time – falling oestrogen levels affect how we process alcohol, and our livers are also less efficient as we get older. Symptoms like hot flushes, anxiety and disrupted sleep can feel significantly worse after even a small amount.

Ms Tania Adib (Tania Adib), Consultant Gynaecologist and menopause specialist, explains why alcohol affects us so much more during menopause – we also look at which drinks tend to be most problematic and how to cut down if you feel you need to.

Tap the link in our bio for the full article and to learn more about how our team of menopause specialists can support you. 💜

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18/06/2026

If you have a large number of moles, fair skin, or a family history of melanoma, it’s understandable to be concerned about skin cancer.

Consultant Dermatologist and leading skin cancer expert Dr Véronique Bataille explains why AI-assisted mole mapping can be particularly valuable for those at higher risk.

Our advanced whole-body mole mapping creates a detailed, head-to-toe digital record of your moles and skin lesions. At follow-up appointments, our state-of-the-art AI technology is used to compare your images, identifying any moles that are new or have changed over time, so that any signs of skin cancer or melanoma are caught as early as possible.

It’s one of the most reassuring things you can do for your skin this summer.☀️

Learn more about our mole mapping service – link in bio.

10/06/2026

Consultant Dermatologist Veronique Bataille explains what happens when you come to our clinic for an AI-assisted mole check with cutting edge mole mapping technology.

Dr Bataille is one of London’s leading Consultant Dermatologists, specialising in moles, melanoma and skin cancer. 💫💫

During a mole check we use advanced AI-assisted technology to create a detailed digital record of your skin from head to toe.

Using these high-resolution images, we can map and monitor your moles and skin lesions over time, to help us identify any new or changing moles that may need further investigation.

AI technology means we have a fantastic baseline record. Yearly follow ups help us to compare your moles and identify any that are new or changed in appearance.

Drawing on an AI database of tens of thousands of images and advanced imaging algorithms, our Consultant Dermatologists assess your moles accurately and quickly identify any that need further investigation or removal.

Early detection is one of the most important factors in successful skin cancer treatment. If you’re worried about a mole or simply want reassurance, our advanced mole check can provide you with peace of mind.

Click the link in our bio to learn more. 💜💜

18/05/2026

It was so powerful to see media personality and author speaking recently about her experience of medical misogyny when she tried to get help for symptoms of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).

PMDD is a severe form of PMS that can cause intense emotional and physical symptoms in the weeks before a period. Symptoms can include anxiety, depression, irritability, mood swings and exhaustion. It’s often overlooked, but can have a huge impact on daily life, leaving many women isolated and debilitated for years on end.

Appearing on , Vicky said that for a long time she felt her symptoms were dismissed:

‘It was the shame I felt, feeling like I was wasting people’s time, maybe I was just weak.’ Eventually Vicky says she just retreated, feeling lost and alone and as if she was ‘slipping into insanity’.

We all know how difficult it can be to speak openly in a medical setting when you feel your symptoms are not being taken seriously, which is why it’s so important to see issues like this being discussed more widely.

If you’d like to listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio. And if you’ve been experiencing similar symptoms, our gynaecology team is here to offer support, empathy and expert care. 💜💜

Around 50% of women experience mental health symptoms during perimenopause and menopause, and yet this is still one of t...
14/05/2026

Around 50% of women experience mental health symptoms during perimenopause and menopause, and yet this is still one of the least talked-about aspects of this stage of life. 💜

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we wanted to shine a light on the very real impact that hormonal changes can have on how we feel, not just physically, but emotionally too. Anxiety, low mood, and a sense of not quite feeling like yourself are all closely linked to the hormonal fluctuations of perimenopause, and they deserve to be taken seriously.

Menopause specialist and Consultant Gynaecologist explores the connection between hormones and mental wellbeing in our latest blog, including the symptoms to look out for and the support available. ✨

Tap the link in bio if you’d like to read more, or to learn about our menopause specialists.

23/02/2026

It was really powerful to see journalist Sarah Vine ()talk so openly about her experience of hair loss in this interview on ITV’s . ❤️👏

She’s a national newspaper columnist and has spent many decades in the public eye – always wearing a hair piece. She’s decided to show the world what she looks like without it and to talk candidly about why she’s seeking treatment for her particular form of hair loss, known as Female Pattern Hair Loss.

It’s great to see Sarah Vine normalising this condition, especially on such a popular TV programme. It’s something which affects so many women – around 35% – particularly after menopause.💫

We understand how distressing it can be, and how it can have a huge emotional impact. If you are experiencing hair thinning or shedding during perimenopause or menopause, it’s good to know there’s a lot that can be done to prevent further hair loss and improve the density and volume of your hair.

Our Consultant Dermatologist, Nicola Clayton, is a leading specialist in women’s hair loss and has experienced it herself.

To find out more about how she might be able to help, or to watch the full interview with Sarah Vine, click the link in our bio.

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