Appointments
Vascular anomalies
How to get an appointment
Your GP or specialist can refer you or your child.
Changing or cancelling your appointment
Phone: 020 7188 6392
Email: [email protected]
If you're unable to come to your appointment, please tell us as soon as possible.
Before your appointment
Please bring:
- a list of medicines you take
- a list of any medicines you're allergic to
- details of other current and past medical issues including details of previous treatments
Please tell us if you need an interpreter.
You can bring a friend, partner or relative to your appointment.
During your appointment
You or your child will see our team of specialists.
Your appointment will usually be face-to-face.
Your first appointment will usually last 1 to 2 hours.
You may have:
- medical photographs taken of your skin
- simple imaging tests such as:
- a skin biopsy of the affected area
- blood tests including genetic testing
- a pre-assessment for treatments such as sclerotherapy
After your appointment
We will send a letter and treatment plan to you, your GP and other referring health professionals if appropriate. If you do not want to receive a copy of your letter, please let us know.
We may arrange scans, such as CT and MRI. You may need treatment, such as sclerotherapy, to treat the vascular anomaly.
If you have any further concerns about your care, please email us at [email protected].
If you have signed up to MyChart, you'll be able to get your results, clinic letters and any future appointment details on the app.
Last updated: November 2024