Mr. Declan Collins – Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive & Burn Surgeon
Mr. Declan Collins is a highly experienced Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, specializing in burn surgery, complex wound healing, and aesthetic reconstruction. With over two decades of surgical expertise, he is a leading authority in plastic surgery, laser scar treatments, and advanced reconstructive techniques.
Expertise & Specialization
Mr. Collins has dedicated his career to reconstructive surgery, burns care, and scar management, with a particular focus on restoring function and aesthetics in complex cases. His specialized skills include:
✔ Burn surgery and scar revision – Founder of the Plastic Surgery Laser Service at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, treating both acute and long-term burn scars.
✔ Reconstructive microsurgery – Collaborating with colorectal surgeons for perineal and vaginal reconstruction post-bowel cancer surgery.
✔ Surgical treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa – Partnering with dermatologists to offer specialized surgical interventions for chronic skin conditions.
✔ Pediatric and adult reconstructive surgery – Expertise in scar management, wound healing, and aesthetic reconstruction.
✔ Aesthetic plastic surgery – Advanced training in cosmetic procedures, completed through a prestigious fellowship at King Edward VII Hospital, London.
Education & Surgical Training
Mr. Collins earned his medical degree from University College London in 1998 and became a Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh member in 2003. Pursuing his passion for burn care and wound healing, he completed a PhD in burns management before joining the GMC Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery in 2015. His training includes:
🔹 Specialist Fellowship in Burn Surgery – St Andrews’ Centre for Burns and Plastic Surgery
🔹 Aesthetic Surgery Fellowship – King Edward VII Hospital, London
🔹 Comprehensive Plastic Surgery Training – London-based NHS hospitals
Leadership, Research & Medical Education
As the Clinical Lead for Burns Research at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial College London, Mr. Collins is actively involved in groundbreaking research and surgical advancements. He leads national and international studies on burn care, wound healing, and reconstructive techniques, mentoring both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Committed to the training and development of future plastic surgeons, he plays a vital role in medical education and surgical training programs. His contributions to evidence-based practice and innovation in reconstructive surgery reinforce his position as a leader in the field.
Private Practice & Patient-Centered Approach
With a dedication to high-quality, patient-focused care, Mr. Collins offers bespoke surgical and non-surgical treatment plans, ensuring optimal aesthetic and functional outcomes. He consults privately at:
🏥 Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
🏥 The London Scar Clinic
For patients seeking expert plastic and reconstructive surgery, advanced burn care, or scar management, Mr. Declan Collins provides exceptional, personalized treatment with the highest standards of surgical precision.