Dr Nemesha Desai is a Consultant Dermatologist at the St. John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Trust. She established and runs a large tertiary clinic for patients with complex acne and hidradenitis at Guy's Hospital. Her areas of expertise include general and medical dermatology, acne, eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis, skin cancer, moles, and medical education.

Dr Desai completed her medical training with honours at King's College London. She undertook speciality training in dermatology in London and gained sub-speciality experience in medical dermatology at the University of Miami. Additionally, she completed postgraduate training in medical education at the University of London. She was awarded her Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in dermatology in November 2009.

In her academic role, Dr Desai is a clinical lecturer at King's College London. She is also the lead for GP education at St. John's Institute of Dermatology and serves as the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) education subcommittee representative for GP education. Her clinical service collaborates closely with the department of genetics and molecular medicine at King's College London to assess genetic factors in hidradenitis. Furthermore, she is part of a European panel developing clinical guidelines in this area.

Dr Desai's clinical interests are diverse, encompassing skin cancer screening, skin cancer surgery, mole checks, and mole removal. She is dedicated to treating a wide range of conditions, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis, skin cancer, and moles.

Dr Desai has been a pivotal figure in dermatology since her appointment, contributing significantly to both clinical practice and medical education. Her commitment to patient care and education ensures that she remains at the forefront of dermatological advancements.