Dr Sundararaj completed her undergraduate medical qualification from Manipal University in India in 2000 and subsequently completed her specialty training in dermatology in 2003 from Chennai, India. Following her move to the UK, she completed a non-formal registrar rotation in various subspecialties including general and paediatric dermatology, skin cancer, biologics, systemic therapy, photodermatology, contact dermatitis and minor surgical procedures. Furthermore, she has also gained vast experience in acute and complex medical dermatology during her tenure at the dermatology department at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich, where she has been working as a consultant since April 2020. She works well as part of a team and strongly believes in the positive impact of a multidisciplinary team input on patient care. 

She is currently the Skin Cancer Lead in her department and leads the weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting which involves devising management plans for complex skin cancer patients. She also co-leads the weekly Biologics MDT which includes the management of patients with severe psoriasis and eczema with immunosuppressive and biological therapy. Furthermore, she is also the principal investigator for research studies within her department. She has a keen interest in teaching and training and is actively involved in the supervision of junior doctors posted in the department as well as formal teaching of medical students and core medical trainees. She has presented in regional meetings and has diagnosed and published an award winning case of vasculitis.

She endeavours to constantly enrich her knowledge and skills by personal study and attending well subscribed courses that have contributed to her continuous professional development. She is passionate about dermatology and her commitment to the specialty is evident from the fact that she has consistently worked and evolved in the specialty for several years right from her Specialty Training in India. Her overseas experience combined with the knowledge and skills gained in the UK place her at a strong position to be an excellent clinician. She is a safe doctor and understands the importance of following protocols and practicing evidence based medicine. 

Dr. Sundararaj is known for her hardworking, reliable, and conscientious approach to medicine. She upholds the highest standards of clinical practice with honesty and integrity. Her patients are at the heart of her practice, and she consistently demonstrates a caring and compassionate approach, striving to deliver the best possible care.

General and paediatric dermatology, skin cancer, mole checks, acne, psoriasis, eczema, minor surgical procedures.

• British Association of Dermatologists
• Royal Society of Medicine
• British Medical Association