Dr Stephanie Arnold is a Consultant Dermatologist providing private dermatology care at The Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester.

With over 15 years of experience, Dr Arnold diagnoses and treats the full range of skin conditions, from common skin complaints to complex skin cancers. She has particular expertise in genital dermatology, including vulval skin conditions, as well as skin cancer diagnosis, mole checks and dermatological surgery.

Dr Arnold works in both NHS and private practice and holds specialist registration in both the UK and Australia.

She is committed to providing expert care in a friendly and supportive environment, taking the time to understand each patient's concerns and develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs. 

Dr Arnold welcomes both self-pay and insured patients, and you do not need a GP referral to book an appointment.

Qualifications and Specialist Training

Dr Arnold graduated in medicine from the University of Sydney with honours and completed her dermatology training in Australia.

In 2010, she was awarded the prestigious Australasian College of Dermatologists Travelling Fellowship to Oxford, where she continued her specialist training and completed additional research in dermatopathology. She achieved Fellowship of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 2014 and gained specialist registration in both Australia and the United Kingdom.

Dr Arnold has worked in leading teaching hospitals in Australia and the UK, including the internationally recognised Poche Melanoma Institute in Sydney. Since 2017, she has worked as a Consultant Dermatologist at Oxford University Hospitals (NHS). 

Comprehensive Dermatology Care in Dorset

Dr Arnold provides specialist assessment and treatment for a wide range of skin conditions.

Patients commonly seek her expertise for:

• Skin cancer
• Mole checks
• Melanoma
• Acne
• Rosacea
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Hair loss
• Genital skin conditions
• Suspicious skin lesions
• Sun-damaged skin

She is particularly well known for her expertise in vulval dermatology and the management of complex genital skin disorders.

Specialist Dermatology Treatments

Dr Arnold offers a wide range of medical and surgical dermatology treatments at The Winterbourne Hospital, including:

• Skin cancer screening
• Dermoscopy
• Skin biopsies
• Cryotherapy
• Skin treatments including acne and psoriasis

Many treatments can be carried out during an outpatient appointment without the need for an overnight stay.

She also performs a range of dermatological surgical procedures, including skin cancer surgery, mole removal, skin lesion removal, vulval lesion excision, cyst removal, dermatological surgery under local anaesthetic and more.

Her aim is to provide safe, effective treatment while achieving the best possible cosmetic result.

Special Interest in Genital Dermatology

Dr Arnold has a specialist interest in genital dermatology and has led specialist vulval services within the NHS for many years. She diagnoses and treats a wide range of vulval and genital skin conditions, including:

• Lichen sclerosus
• Lichen planus
• Vulval eczema
• Vulval psoriasis
• Vulval intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN)
• Penile skin disorders

She works closely with colleagues in gynaecology and other specialties to ensure patients receive comprehensive care when needed.

Dr Arnold's Patient-Focus Dermatology Care

Dr Arnold understands that skin conditions can affect confidence, wellbeing and everyday life.

She believes every patient deserves the time to discuss their concerns fully and ask questions about their treatment. Her approach combines expert medical care with compassion, clear communication and personalised support.

Her goal is to help patients feel comfortable in their skin and confident about their treatment choices. 

Awards and Recognition

• Australasian College of Dermatologists Travelling Fellowship to Oxford (2010)
• Florance Bequest Award (2015)

Useful Links

• General Medical Council (GMC)
• Australasian College of Dermatologists (FACD)
• British Association of Dermatologists (BAD)