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Mr Richard Young

Mr Richard Young

Consultant Plastic Surgeon

MA BM BCh FRCS FRCS(Plast)

Languages spoken: English

Mr Richard Young

Consultant Plastic Surgeon

MA BM BCh FRCS FRCS(Plast)

Languages spoken: English

Appointments available at:

Cromwell Hospital

Patient Age Group

Adults

Year qualified

1993

Gender

Male

Specialty

Plastic surgery

Subspecialties

Reconstructive surgery, Skin cancer, Facial plastic surgery, Moles and Lipomas, Complex skin surgery, Soft tissue reconstruction, Non-surgical rejuvenation

Clinical Interests

Abscess incision and drainage, anti-wrinkle injections / botulinum toxin injections, basal cell carcinoma (BCC), dermal / hyaluronic acid fillers, ear lobe reconstruction, ear lobe reduction, excision of benign lesions, excision of cysts, fat grafting, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) treatments, lipoma removal, melanoma, pinnaplasty / otoplasty / prominent ear correction, scar revision surgery, skin cancer surgery, skin grafts, skin lesion removal (warts, moles and skin tags), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and steroid injection for scarring & keloids.

About Mr Richard Young

Mr Young studied medicine at Oxford and Cambridge Universities. After qualifying Mr Young returned to teach at Cambridge and tutor at Downing College before starting his surgical training at Frenchay Hospital in Bristol. Mr Young continued plastic surgery training in Hong Kong, London and Belgium, working in well known hospitals such as The Royal Marsden, Great Ormond Street and The University Hospital, Gent.

Mr Young was awarded the specialist fellowship in Plastic Surgery, FRCS (Plast), in 2007 and Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in 2008 with entry on to the GMC Specialist Plastic Surgery Register. The same year Mr Young was appointed as a Consultant in the Craniofacial Plastic Surgery Department at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London where his NHS practice is still based. His private practice is based at 152 Harley Street, London.

Mr Young has a specialist interest in skin cancers, benign moles, lipomas, general skin surgery as well as cosmetic rejuvenation utilising non-surgical techniques.
Mr Young is a core member of the Skin Cancer Team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and work closely with consultant colleagues in oculoplastic surgery, ENT, maxillofacial and neurosurgery.

NHS Base (trust)

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Professional memberships

British Medical Association (BMA), Royal College of Surgeons of England, British Association of Plastic,  Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
I attended Mr Young’s clinic for a forehead lipoma removal which was a little more complicated than the usual. He came recommended and I was not dissapointed at all, from start to finish I was treated amazingly, Mr Young was kind, caring, his knowledge and transparency about the removal was second to none (I took my mum who is a retired nurse and she was impressed, which is not easy). He had prepared prior to the consultation with the information provided and satisfied any worries and concerns I had. Following the consultation, my appointment was made for after his leave as he doesn’t like to leave patients after surgery. On the day of the Lipoma removal everything was just so easy and relaxing, Mr Young, his nurses and his secretary Sharon made sure I was well looked after. The actual removal itself was completed under local anaesthetic and was done quicker then I expected, with the tiniest plaster needed. I had reassurance throughout and was never nervous. Recovery was fantastic and the recovery advice was covered numerous times by Mr Young, Sharon and also in e-mails. As I had travelled from Oldham for this, after discussion and a number of emails and photos, my follow up 7 days later was by phone (my own decision I was given a physical appointment slot if I wanted). Again this was easily done and arranged by the wonderful Sharon, who’s is amazing at being in contact and communicating. Yet again Mr Young provided the best guidances and advice about my recovery and again this was followed up with an email. I would 100% recommend Mr Young and would return to him anytime, I could have gone nearer home but I found that I trusted Mr Young over any others that I had done reaserch on, also I knew that he had worked with Dr Craythorne from the Bad Skin Clinic on TV and she reccomended him (apparently he has been on the programme also, I know he does the more complicated and larger surgeries). All I can advise is if you are thinking of Mr Young it’s a resounding YES from me and I would like to thank him and his team again for all they have done, it will definetly change how I feel about myself.
07/04/2025
By a verified patient
I learned of Mr Young’s clinic via a relative who had surgery and aftercare from him about a year ago . The results were of a high standard . I approached the clinic for my own problem . A slow growing osteoma on the forehead which appeared to have visibly enlarged . It was easy to contact the clinic and surgery arranged according to My convenience A great deal of information both verbally and in writing was given about tge procedure I had full opportunity to ask questions and clarify doubts On the day I was prepped and made comfortable . All staff were friendly and efficient Mr Young is affable : approachable and very skilful in handling the treatment and the patient . It was a relatively painless : smooth and effortless experience Post operative care is also very thorough . The osteoma has been removed and I no longer need to wear a hat when I leave the house . I am so relieved
04/04/2025
By a verified patient
Really Very good. Maybe not quite enough time for all questions to occur to me.
10/02/2025
By a verified patient
Very clear explanation of procedures and plenty of time given to reassurance. His repution as a plastic surgeon is very well deserved.
25/01/2025
By a verified patient
Mr Richard Young

Appointments

+44 (0)20 7460 5700

Clinic opening times:

Thursday

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