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CONSULTANT PAEDIATRICIAN AND ALLERGIST

Dr. Emily Derrick

MBChB · MRCPCH · MSc Allergy

Lead for Paediatric Allergy, Lewisham & Greenwich

GMC: 6055063

BSACI  Scientific Paediatric Programme Director

Dr Emily Derrick, Consultant Paediatrician and Allergist at The London Allergy Clinic, Marylebone

ROLE

Paediatric Allergy Lead, Lewisham

PATIENTS

Babies & children, from birth to age 18

SPECIAL INTERESTS

Eczema in Babies & Young Children

REVIEWS

5★ on Doctify 

ABOUT

Dr Derrick

Dr Emily Derrick is a consultant in paediatric allergy and general paediatrics. She is an expert in the care of infants and children from birth to age eighteen with all atopic conditions, including food allergy, respiratory allergy, asthma, eczema, gastrointestinal problems, allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria.
 

Her clinical experience covers the assessment and management of common food allergies such as cow's milk protein allergy, egg allergy, and peanut and tree nut allergies, as well as hay fever and other environmental triggers.

 

As a general paediatrician, she also advises on broader medical concerns for children including constipation, general rashes and feeding concerns.

Dr Derrick has a particular interest in eczema in babies and young children, and has developed a community-based eczema education service. Her approach is holistic, recognising the impact of allergic conditions on both the child and their family, and she works closely with families to develop tailored management plans.

WHAT SHE TREATS

Areas of Expertise

Food Allergy

Eczema in Babies & Young Children

Gastrointestinal Problems

Cow's Milk Protein & Egg Allergy

Asthma

Chronic Urticaria

Peanut &. Tree Nut Allergy

Allergic Rhinitis & Hay Fever

General Paediatrics

A holistic approach that recognises the impact of allergic conditions on the whole family — working closely with parents to build management plans that fit a child's everyday life.

CLINICAL APPROACH

EXPERIENCE

Professional Background

Trained in paediatric allergy at St Mary’s Hospital, the Royal London Hospital and Evelina Children’s Hospital, completing a Masters in Allergy during her training.

Works as the lead for paediatric allergy at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

Regularly performs skin prick testing and arranges specific IgE blood tests to support accurate diagnosis; other tests can be arranged as required.

Developed a community-based eczema education service for babies and young children.

BEYOND THE CLINIC

Roles & Professional Activities

Dr Derrick contributes to the wider field of paediatric allergy through national leadership, education and professional networks.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK - LEAD

British Paediatric Allergy Network

Dr Derrick runs the British Paediatric Allergy Network, an online discussion forum for professionals working in paediatric allergy across the UK.

NATIONAL SOCIETY ROLE

BSACI - Paediatric Scientific Programme Director

She is actively involved with the British Society of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (BSACI), where she serves as the paediatric scientific programme director.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Community-based eczema education service

Reflecting her particular interest in eczema in babies and young children, Dr Derrick developed a community education service to support families managing childhood eczema.

PATIENT REVIEWS

Rated 5 out of 5 on Doctify

Dr Derrick holds a 5-star rating based on verified patient reviews, reflecting the attentive, family-centred care she provides.

Frequently Asked Questions

GOOD TO KNOW

Book a Consultation with Dr Derrick

No GP referral needed. Call, email or WhatsApp us Monday to

Saturday, 9am–7pm — you'll always reach a real person.

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