Faheem Latheef

Dr Latheef is a fully qualified and accredited Consultant Dermatologist based in Leeds and who is on the General Medical Council's (GMC) Specialist Register acknowledging his expertise in conditions relating to the skin, hair and nails. In his practice he sees both children and adults for a wide variety of skin related conditions including running dedicated Acne, Skin Cancer, Skin Surgery and Allergy clinics as well as a General Dermatology clinic where he sees patients with conditions such as Eczema, Psoriasis, itching, Alopecia, excessive sweating (Hyperhydrosis), Keloid scars and Hidradenitis Suppurativa. He holds the post of Consultant Dermatologist and Allergy specialist at the Leeds Centre for Dermatology, at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, recognised as an international centre of excellence for Cutaneous Allergy as well as conditions such as skin cancer, Acne and Rosacea. He is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Leeds and is actively involved in teaching and supervision of medical students and junior doctors in training. He is also the Lead Consultant for the Livingcare Community Dermatology Service based at Thorpe Park where he supervises General Practitioners with a specialist interest (GPWSI) in Dermatology as well as Dermatology Nurses and also runs the largest Acne clinic in Leeds. Dr Latheef also works as a private Dermatologist in Leeds and holds weekly private clinics for children and adults at the Nuffield Health Hospital in the centre of Leeds. Dr Latheef is held in high esteem by patients and colleagues for his friendly, down to earth, compassionate and caring style and for his emphasis on not just treating the skin but also the mind. He recognises the significant impact that skin conditions can have on mental health and self confidence and thereby always ensures that his patients leave with a complete understanding and holistic treatment plan for their condition. ​