29th European Academy of DermatoVenereology Congress

29th European Academy of DermatoVenereology Congress was hosted virtually this year 29th-31st October 2020.

About EADV

Founded in 1987, EADV is the leading community to further the knowledge of health professionals and advocates in the field of dermatology and venereology. It is a non-profit organisation with over 7,000 members, across 113 different countries in the world, providing a valuable service for every type of dermato-venereologist professional.

The EADV is committed to improving the quality of patient care, continuing medical education for all dermato-venereologists in Europe and beyond, and advocacy on behalf of the speciality and patients.

This year's congress was titled: EADV Virtual - New Frontiers in Dermatology and Venereology and provided an exceptional opportunity for colleagues from around the world to explore the latest developments in science and patient care that are at the heart of the academy’s mission. There were over 11,000 attendees from 112 countries.

Dr. Anthony Downs, Consultant Dermatologist presented two clinical studies:

Incorporating a pre-consultation on-line isotretinoin video adds value to acne patient management

Incorporating a pre-consultation on-line isotretinoin video adds value to acne patient management

The provision of a YouTube acne videos to patient's prior to their acne consultation. This helps inform patients to make difficult choices about strong treatments prior choosing that treatment, also in a format teenagers and young adults can more easily relate to.

Walk-in mole/skin check - What are the perceived health values?

Walk-in mole skin check - What are the perceived health values

The health value of a charitable and free walk-in mole check with a specialist for people concerned about skin cancer.

From August 2020 Dr. Anthony Downs, Consultant Dermatologist, will be expanding his geographical availability by offering diagnosis and treatment for a full range of skin diseases and dermatological disorders at Duchy Hospital in Truro, Cornwall.

Dr. Anthony Downs will be taking over from Dr. Tom Lucke who has retired from private practice.

Dr. Downs will provide specialist opinion for patients with all types of skin disease. He has been a consultant dermatologist since 2000 and has held NHS consultant posts in Exeter & Taunton alongside his own private practices in Exeter, Torquay, Bristol and London.

Dr. Downs is able to offer:

  • Cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen freezing) for treatment of warts, skin tags and sun-spots
  • Skin surgery for removal of skin cancers, cysts and lipomas (fatty lumps)
  • Mohs micrographic surgery
  • Mole screening using dermoscopy
  • Treatment of scars with steroid injection
  • Treatment of nail diseases
  • Treatment of hair and scalp diseases
  • Botox injections for excess sweating of the armpits

He can also provide a range of cosmetic procedures including the removal of benign moles, skin tags, cysts and liver spots for cosmetic reasons.

Dr. Downs is recognised by all the major health insurers and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians; a member of the British Association of Dermatologists and British Society of Dermatological Surgeons; a member of the European Academy of DermatoVenereology and American Academy of Dermatology; a member of the British Medical Laser Association, International Dermoscopy Society and British Cosmetic Dermatology Group.

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    Updated: Wednesday 7 April 2021

    In the aftermath of Boris Johnson's latest statement on the measures we all need to take during the conditional easing of social distancing South West Dermatology are keen to ensure our patient well-being and safety is at the forefront of our services and offer a range of options to cater for all existing and new patients.


    Patients with serious dermatology conditions needing urgent treatment


    Tony Downs appointment updates during easing of COVID-19 lock-down

    Urgent cases suspicious of skin cancer can be seen at The Medical Eye Centre in Marsh Barton or Exeter Medical at Admiral House. Both healthcare locations offer a protected environment and adhere to all social distancing regulations and procedures.

    In the first instance please contact Dr. Downs' PA, Ros on 07838 293968 to arrange your appointment and on-going treatment.


    Routine and urgent dermatology skin conditions including skin surgery


    Tony Downs consultations during social distancing (potential Skin Cancers)

    Dr. Tony Downs is able to see and treat patients with dermatology condition at The Medical Eye Centre in Marsh Barton or Exeter Medical at Admiral House. Both healthcare locations offer a protected environment and adhere to all social distancing regulations and procedures.

    In the first instance please contact Dr. Downs' PA Ros on 07838 293968 to arrange your appointment and on-going treatment.


    Patients wishing to continue with teledermatology and remote dermatology video consultations


    Tony Downs remote skincare consultations

    For less urgent cases, those who continue to shield at home and general dermatological related conditions Dr. Downs will continue to offer remote video consultations and teledermatology consultations for as long as required or requested by patients.

    Patients can also use our online form to upload photos of their condition for assessment by Dr. Downs from the comfort of their own home.

    All patients can be seen and treated with or without a GP referral.

    If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get in contact with Ros on 07838 293968 to discuss your available options.

    The South West Dermatology team are here to care for you during the social distancing because your health is important too.

    Dr Downs is available to see and treat severe and urgent cases at Exeter Medical during this challenging period of social distancing during the COVID-19 Pandemic.


    Patients with severe and distressful skin rashes or lumps or blemishes that might be serious skin cancers can still be seen and treated at Exeter Medical in a protected environment during the coronavirus pandemic.

    In the first instance please call Ros on 07838 293968 and she will discuss your available options in consultation with Dr Downs.

    If your condition is potentially serious then we will ask you to send photos via our online form and Dr Downs will assess these for further investigation.

    Dr Downs is then able to engage with the patient by video consultation, or in serious cases, arrange a face to face consultation following all current medical guidelines at our out-patient facility at Exeter Medical to begin urgent treatment of your dermatological skin condition.

    We are here to care for you during the social distancing because your health is important too.

    Dr Chris Bower, Consultant Dermatologist was interviewed in relation to a talk he gave to Dermatology consultants from around the UK at the annual UK meeting of the British Hair and Nail Society in September 2019.

    British Hair & Nail Society Logo

    The UK meeting had speakers from Europe, USA and India.

    Tumours around the nails are often difficult to diagnose and malignant tumours need early recognition and treatment to minimise complications.

    Benign tumours can cause pain and often require treatment.

    Surgery around the nail can be complicated, and great care is needed to minimise risks of permanent nail damage. 

    If you have any concerns about any nail or skin changes which could be cause for concern please get in touch with Ros today on 01392 350053 to discus your available options.

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    Dr. Antony Downs and Dr. Nigel de Souza, GP partner in association with the Lions Club, held a Mole Check event on Saturday 13th July at Coleridge Medical Centre, Ottery St Mary near Exeter in aid of Cancer Research UK.

    160 people were seen and over £1600 was raised for Cancer Research UK in one morning. It was a fantastic team effort helping to raise awareness and a significant sum towards the fight against skin cancer.

    The team put in a great deal of work to host the event but it was very much worth it, with lots of appreciative patients, and a number of skin cancers identified which are now on course for treatment.

    A big thank you to everyone involved and to all those who attended to support this worthwhile event.

    If you have any concerns about your skin or a suspicious mole please get it checked by a medical professional. Look out for a mole which changes progressively in shape, size and/or colour. You can check your moles by learning the ABCDE of moles. This covers a range of features that can help you spot if a mole is becoming cancerous.

    Dr. Anthony Downs runs a mole check clinic or you can upload a photo using our online form to get an initial evaluation.

    Over the past four years, annual charity mole check in aid of Cancer Research UK held at Exeter Medical has become a firm favourite amongst our regular customers and members of the general public.

    Dr Anthony Downs Exeter Consultant Dermatologist & skin expert Devon

    2019 proves no different as our mole check event returns to Exeter Medical, Admiral House, Exeter Business Park on Saturday 1st June 2019 from 10:00am until 4:00pm.

    If you have a particular mole you are worried about Dr Downs and our dermatology team will assess you on the day in exchange for a minimum donation of £10 to Cancer Research UK. Anyone needing to access treatment will quickly receive the necessary advice and support either from their GP or Exeter Medical.

    Exeter Medical would like to build on the success of last year’s mole check whereby 174 members of the public were assessed and £2,340 raised to support the work carried out by Cancer Research UK.

    Early diagnosis is so important so drop by on Saturday 1st June 2019, no appointments are necessary and everyone is welcome to attend!

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