Welcome
Dr Thomas King is a highly experienced Consultant Dermatologist based in Sheffield, UK. Currently working at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, where his role is divided between 80% clinical practice and 20% medical education.
Dr King is Deputy Director for the later years of the Medical School at the University of Sheffield, supporting senior medical students as they prepare for clinical practice. He also serves as the Training Programme Director for Dermatology in South Yorkshire, helping to guide and develop future dermatologists across the region.
Dr King is an active member of the acute dermatology on-call team in Sheffield, managing urgent skin conditions and providing specialist support for hospital-based dermatology care.
Qualifications
MBChB
MRCP (UK)
MMedSci (Medical Education)
Treatments
Dr King provides expert diagnosis and evidence-based treatment for a wide range of skin, hair and nail conditions. Every consultation includes a thorough assessment, clear explanation of your diagnosis, and a personalised treatment plan tailored to your skin type, lifestyle and medical history.
Medical Dermatology Treatments
Dr King specialises in diagnosing and treating a wide range of skin conditions for both adults and children. His expertise includes inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne. He performs regular skin surgery through a dedicated weekly operating list and runs a paediatric dermatology clinic at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Chronic or recurrent skin conditions involving inflammation, redness, or irritation.
Acne
A common inflammatory condition of the hair follicles and oil glands causing pimples, blackheads, cysts, and sometimes scarring, commonly on the face, chest, and back.
Eczema (including Atopic Dermatitis)
A chronic condition causing dry, itchy, inflamed skin. Flare-ups may be triggered by irritants, allergens, or stress.
Psoriasis
A long-term autoimmune condition that causes thick, red, scaly patches due to rapid skin cell turnover.
Rosacea
A chronic facial condition causing redness, flushing, visible blood vessels, and sometimes acne-like bumps.
Seborrhoeic Dermatitis (Eczema)
An inflammatory condition affecting oily areas like the scalp and face, causing red, flaky, sometimes greasy patches.
Urticaria (Hives)
Raised, itchy welts that appear suddenly, often triggered by allergies, infection, or stress.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
A chronic condition causing painful lumps and abscesses in areas like the armpits, groin, and under the breasts.
Pigmentation Disorders
Conditions affecting skin colour or uneven pigmentation.
Melasma
A common pigmentation disorder causing symmetrical brown or grey-brown patches, usually on the face. It is often triggered by sun exposure and hormonal changes.
Vitiligo
A condition where pigment-producing cells are lost, leading to well-defined white patches on the skin. It is considered an autoimmune disorder.
Hair & Scalp Disorders
Diagnosis and management of hair loss and scalp conditions.
Male Pattern Hair Loss
Gradual thinning of hair at the temples and crown due to genetic and hormonal factors. Also known as androgenetic alopecia.
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Progressive thinning over the top of the scalp with widening of the part, influenced by genetics and hormones.
Alopecia Areata
An autoimmune condition causing sudden, patchy hair loss on the scalp or body.
Diagnosis & treatment of rarer hair loss conditions
Assessment and management of less common causes of hair loss, such as scarring alopecias or systemic conditions, using targeted investigations and therapies.
Fungal infections of the scalp
Contagious infections (such as Tinea capitis) causing patchy hair loss, scaling, redness, and sometimes inflammation.
Infections of the Skin & Nails
Bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.
Fungal infections of the skin
Infections caused by dermatophyte fungi (such as Tinea corporis), leading to red, scaly, itchy rashes that may spread.
Fungal nail infections
Also known as Onychomycosis, this condition causes thickened, discoloured, brittle nails due to fungal overgrowth.
Viral warts
Small, rough skin growths caused by Human papillomavirus (HPV), commonly affecting the hands and feet.
General Dermatology & Skin Rashes
Comprehensive assessment and diagnosis.
Diagnosis & treatment of any rash
Comprehensive assessment of new or persistent rashes to identify the cause and provide targeted treatment.
Diagnosis & treatment of any skin lesion
Expert evaluation of moles, lumps, or unusual skin changes to determine whether they are benign or require further investigation or treatment.
Patient Care
Dr King believes in thorough assessment, clear explanation and collaborative treatment planning. Whether managing chronic inflammatory skin conditions, assessing a new rash, or diagnosing potential skin cancer, he prioritises; accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, clear communication & continuity of care
Patients can expect a professional, compassionate and meticulous approach at every stage of their treatment.
Skin Lesions & Skin Cancer Treatments
Dr King specialises in the expert assessment, diagnosis and management of skin lesions, including moles, sun damage and skin cancers. Using dermoscopy and evidence-based practice, he provides thorough evaluations and personalised treatment plans with a strong focus on patient safety and early detection.
Benign Skin Lesions
Non-cancerous growths and harmless skin changes.
Skin Tags
Small, soft, harmless growths that commonly develop in skin folds such as the neck, armpits, or groin.
Melanocytic Naevi (Moles)
Common benign growths made up of pigment-producing cells. They can be flat or raised and vary in colour and size.
Dermatofibroma
A firm, small, benign nodule often found on the legs, typically developing after minor skin injury.
Seborrhoeic Warts
Also known as Seborrheic keratosis, these are non-cancerous, raised, often brown lesions with a waxy or “stuck-on” appearance.
Diagnosis & treatment of any skin lesion
Expert evaluation of moles, lumps, or unusual skin changes to determine whether they are benign or require further investigation or treatment.
Pre-Cancerous & Sun Damage Lesions
Early changes that may require monitoring or treatment.
Actinic Keratosis
A rough, scaly patch caused by long-term sun exposure. It is considered pre-cancerous and may develop into squamous cell carcinoma if untreated.
Bowen's Disease
Also known as Squamous cell carcinoma in situ, this is an early, slow-growing form of skin cancer confined to the outer layer of the skin.
Skin Cancer Diagnosis & Management
Assessment, biopsy, and treatment planning.
Skin Cancers
Comprehensive assessment of suspicious moles or lesions, including examination and biopsy where needed, followed by appropriate treatment and ongoing monitoring for conditions such as Melanoma and other forms of skin cancer.