Dr Bryan Murphy

Professional statement

Dr Bryan Murphy is a distinguished consultant dermatologist based in Belfast. He specialises in multiple areas of dermatology, focusing principally on skin cancer, rash, skin lesions, mole scanning, genital rash, and acne. He sees patients at Cathedral Dermatology Clinic and Kingsbridge Private Hospital in Belfast and Holywood.

Dr Murphy undertook his medical studies at Queen’s University Belfast, graduating with an MB BCh BAO in 2011 and was awarded MRCP status from the Royal College of Physicians Glasgow in 2014. After undertaking his medical studies, Dr Murphy undertook postgraduate core medical training and dermatology specialist registrar training in Northern Ireland, working as a consultant at Belfast City Hospital, where he not only provided exemplary patient care but also actively participated in teaching and mentoring trainee doctors, specialists, primary care colleagues, nurses, and allied professionals.

Demonstrating a keen dedication to skin cancer prevention, Dr Murphy has contributed significantly to this cause by serving on the Northern Ireland Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy Group alongside Cancer Focus NI. Past roles include acting as the Multidisciplinary Team Improvement Lead and Chair of the Northern Ireland Regional Skin Cancer MDT Meeting. He actively engages in educational initiatives, imparting knowledge to trainee doctors, specialists, primary care colleagues, nurses, and allied professionals.

Dr Murphy is dedicated to educating and empowering his patients, ensuring they understand their diagnosis and are equipped to manage their condition effectively. Furthermore, His commitment to advancing dermatological knowledge is demonstrated by his authorship or co-authorship of numerous peer-reviewed articles. He holds a pivotal position on the Guidelines and Therapeutics Subcommittee for the British Association of Dermatologists, further exemplifying his influence and expertise in the field.