About us

At Derma Consult Skin Care Specialist, our team of experienced dermatologists, skincare experts, and researchers is committed to offering top-quality skincare solutions. With our knowledge and dedication to staying current in dermatology, we strive to provide the best care for your skin. Rely on our specialists for healthy, glowing skin that boosts your confidence.

Derma Consult Skin Specialist Team

Meet the Team

Yobany Valencia

  • Yobany Valencia is the founder of Derma Consult Skin Specialist, NMC Registered Nurse and an advanced Aesthetic Practitioner.

    With years of experience as a practicing NHS Dermatology and Skin Cancer Nurse, Yobany is driven by his passion and dedication.

    Yobany’s professional experience is reinforced by certified training from St John’s Derm Academy and Interface Aesthetics in London.

    Yobany believes in an aesthetic practice that is effective, safe, innovative and holistic. He holds membership of the British Dermatological Nursing Group (BDNG), British Association of Cosmetic Practitioners (BACN) and Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP).

Consultant Haematologist

Dr Neeraj Kohli

  • Dr Neeraj is a fully qualified consultant haematologist working at the prestigious Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

    He graduated with distinction from Imperial College School of Medicine in 2011, as well as achieving 1st class honours in BSc in Neurosciences and Mental Health, and also a postgraduate MSc in Tropical and Infectious Diseases.

    He holds membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) as well as being a fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath).

Maria Bellucci

  • Maria Bellucci, originally from South Italy, is a dedicated Dermatology Nurse. With a deep commitment to skincare education, Maria leverages her extensive expertise to help individuals understand and care for their skin. Her approach emphasizes evidence-based treatments for current skin concerns and overall skin health, aiming to provide effective, long-term solutions.

    Maria’s professional background includes a Master’s degree from the University of Florence, hands-on experience with NHS Dermatology in Skin Cancer at the St John's Institute of Dermatology, and ongoing studies at Harley Academy in cosmetic dermatology, injectables, and skin rejuvenation. Her passion for dermatology is matched by her commitment to patient safety, ensuring that she makes ethical decisions with honesty and integrity while preserving natural beauty.

Dr Amr Salam

  • Dr Amr Salam is the clinical lead for Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust community and acute dermatology services. He is also part of the tertiary eczema service at Guy’s and St Thomas’ with a focus on new systemic, biologic and small molecule therapies for eczema. He is currently developing a new dedicated acne service for Guy’s and St Thomas’.

    He also completed a 1-year senior clinical fellowship in medical dermatology and medical education.

    He completed an externship in the dermatology department at Yale New Haven Hospital, USA.

  • Item desMA in clinical education, King’s College London, 2022.

    Postgraduate Diploma in clinical education, King’s College London, 2021.

    Speciality certificate in dermatology, Royal College of Physicians, 2017

    Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), 2014.

    Postgraduate certificate in medical education, Royal College of Physicians and University College London, 2014.

    Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) 1st-Class Honours, University of Birmingham, 2011.cription

  • Aerospace dermatology lecturer, textbook chapter author (Ernsting’s Aviation and Space Medicine) and NASA research collaborator, 2020 to present.

    Lecturer for King’s College London undergraduate medicine, MSc in clinical dermatology, and MSc in aerospace medicine, 2016 to present.

    Course founder and director for national foundation doctors masterclass and international high intensity speciality certificate examination revision course, 2020 to present.

    Committee member for the British Association of Dermatologists undergraduate workstream, 2018 to present. Awards

    Education grant award recipient, St John’s Dermatological Society Charity, 2022

    Research grant award recipient, Alopecia UK, 2018

    Multiple Royal Society of Medicine and St John’s Dermatological Society best oral presentation prizes, 2014 to 2020

    Imperial College Sir Brian Jarman Prize for best academic foundation programme research project, 2013

    Queen Mary’s College and Barts and The London Principal’s Prize for highest academic mark during intercalated BSc degree, 2010

    Imperial College Teaching ‘Hero’ Award and North West Thames Foundation School, teaching excellence trainee merit award for outstanding contributions to medical

Dr Jonathan Kentley

  • Dr Kentley is a consultant dermatologist with extensive experience across all aspects of general, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. He has worked in tertiary clinics managing patients with acne, inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis, as well as male genital skin disorders and dermatology in people living with HIV.

    Dr Kentley has a particular interest in early diagnosis of skin cancer and completed a fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York whilst undertaking his doctorate Imperial College London on artificial intelligence in dermatology. He is an expert in dermoscopy and other forms of skin imaging to detect cancer at its earliest stage.

    Dr Kentley is highly experienced in cosmetic dermatology, having been trained by leading consultants in the UK and USA, including injectable treatments, peels and the use of energy-based devices. He sits on the committee of the British Cosmetic Dermatology Group and has completed both a mentorship and preceptorship with the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery.

Serhiy Aleksyeyenko

  • Serhiy Aleksyeyenko is a medical graduate from Ukraine (MBBS). His past qualification

    training includes work at Guys’ & St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust with NMC registration.

    Serhiy has been working for over 10 years at St. Johns Dermatology institution (Guys’ & St.

    Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust) as a Surgical Practitioner within the skin cancer unit. His

    areas of special interest include skin biopsies including the management of benign lesions

    such as cysts, lipomas and skin tags and more advanced procedures to repair skin cancers

    including skin grafts and flap repairs.  Serhiy also runs a national skin biopsy course and has

    a passion for education and shares his experiences and teaching for junior doctors and

    specialist nurses in dermatology.

Rosanna Degala

  • Independente prescriber

    Rosanna is a Sister in the Dermatological Surgerry and Laser Unit, Guys and St Thomas Trust. She specialises in procedural dermatology that includes assisting in Mohs micrographic surgery, advanced skin surgery and laser therapy. She also works with nurse-led services for minor surgery, wound management post dermatological procedures, Photodynamic Therapey, Botox, and is often seen facilitating events and education meetings. Besides her nhs wok, Rosanna can be seen on the tv program “The Bad Skin Clinic” assisting Dr Emma Craythorme in treating patients suffering from unusual and extraordinary skin conditions.