Ajoy Bardhan is a Consultant Dermatologist practising at the Harborne Hospital in Edgbaston, Birmingham. He underwent comprehensive training in London, Cambridge, and the West Midlands before accepting an NHS consultant appointment at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB). UHB houses one of the largest and busiest specialist dermatology departments in the country. Dr. Bardhan is known for his relaxed and affable approach in addressing skin problems, irrespective of their severity.

Background:

Ajoy pursued his medical degree at Imperial College London, with an intercalation in Haematological Sciences. Following this, he underwent postgraduate physicianly training at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, and subsequently specialized in Dermatology in the West Midlands. His journey included a fellowship in the nationally commissioned ultra specialized Epidermolysis Bullosa service at UHB, where he later became a consultant in 2019. Dr. Bardhan's clinics cover a broad spectrum offering specialized assessment of skin lesions and cutaneous surgery, as well as addressing severe inflammatory skin disease.

Academic Interests:

Ajoy is a Clinical Lecturer within the Dermatology Research Group at the University of Birmingham,, with a focus upon rare inherited skin fragility syndromes, specifically Epidermolysis Bullosa. His academic pursuits aim to bridge fundamental scientific exploration with personalized patient-centered care, supported by cutting-edge evidence. He actively contributes to local, regional, national, and international dermatological discourse through lectures, presentations, and holds formal roles in both undergraduate and postgraduate dermatology education.

Leadership Roles:

In addition to his clinical and research roles, Dr. Bardhan serves as the clinical director for the largest dermatology department in the Midlands at Solihull Hospital. He has been a member of the regional genomic rare disease advisory board, serves as the current secretary for the Midland Dermatology Society, and also holds leadership positions on several national committees. His involvement includes past membership in the British Association of Dermatologists' committee for Therapeutics & Guidelines (T&G) and current participation in the steering committee for Skin Genetics. He is also an elected member of the British Association of Dermatologists' Executive Committee.

Why see Dr. Bardhan?

• Prompt, accurate diagnosis
• Effective, evidence-based treatment
• One-to-one care from an experienced consultant dermatologist