The Community Dermatology Service in East Sussex is currently on hold while NHS Surrey and Sussex reviews the service and discusses future arrangements.

Patients can still get support for skin conditions.

Some Foundry Healthcare patients may still be seen in practice dermatology clinics where appropriate. Other patients may be referred to hospital dermatology services instead.

If your GP thinks you need specialist skin care, they will discuss the most suitable referral with you.

Patients already waiting for a community dermatology appointment are being moved into other NHS dermatology services.

You do not need to contact the practice unless your symptoms change or you have been advised to do so.

Urgent referrals, including suspected skin cancer referrals, will continue to be seen as a priority.

If you have a new or worsening skin condition, please contact the practice in the usual way.

A clinician will assess your symptoms and arrange referral to the most appropriate service if needed.

You can read the latest NHS Sussex update here:

NHS Sussex Dermatology Service Update