Introduction to Photodermatology

This four-day Course, alternating annually between the Photodermatology Departments of the St John's Institute of Dermatology, St Thomas' Hospital, London and Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, is designed to provide a comprehensive grounding in all aspects of photodermatology for SpRs and Consultants. 

It covers the pathogenesis, diagnosis, investigation and management of the photodermatoses, phototherapy and the basic elements of photodynamic and laser therapy. The course also includes workshop demonstrations of Phototesting, Phototherapy, PDT, Photoprotection in Xeroderma Pigmentosum, and a session of clinical case presentations.

The next 'Introduction to Photodermatology Course' will be held at the Photodermatology Unit, St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's Hospital, London SE1 9RT, from Monday 27 April – Thursday 30 April 2026.  This is a non-residential course.

The Draft Programme for the 2026 course is available. Here is some General Information about the course.

For fees and details on how to register please CLICK HERE

Looking forward to seeing you in April

With best wishes

Dr Bob Sarkany & Dr Hiva Fassihi

Course Directors 

Numbers are strictly limited and will be allocated to those who book first .