Dr Nicholas Collier areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Dr Nicholas Collier is a distinguished consultant dermatologist and dermatological surgeon based in Manchester. His areas of expertise include skin lesions, psoriasis, eczema, and acne. Additionally, he is highly proficient in photodynamic therapy and in Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer, performing over 300 cases annually.
Currently, Dr Collier consults privately at AVA Clinics. In addition, he holds a substantive consultant position at Salford Royal Hospital since 2019, where he also serves as the lead of the photodynamic therapy service. Furthermore, Dr Collier is a board member of the Greater Manchester Cancer Skin Pathway Board and contributes to directing policies for skin cancer management in the region.
With a demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, Dr Collier originally qualified with a BM BS and an intercalated BMedSci from the University of Nottingham. He completed his foundation medical training in Derby, Nottingham and Manchester, and also holds an MSc in Clinical Dermatology from King’s College, London and an MD from the University of Manchester.
Notably, Dr Collier undertook his higher specialist dermatology training at the prestigious St John’s Institute of Dermatology and Salford Royal Hospital, two of the largest dermatology centres in the UK. He holds esteemed membership to the Royal College of Physicians of London and is also fellowship-trained in Mohs micrographic surgery, having completed an advanced fellowship at Churchill and John Radcliffe Hospitals.
In addition, Dr Collier is closely involved in medical education and dermatology training. He holds an MMedSci in Medical Education from the University of Nottingham and he is formally recognised as a dermatology surgery teaching lead, clinical supervisor, and education supervisor. Dr Collier has published in leading scientific publications and he is also a member of various reputable professional organisations.