About ALCROEN
Where world-class clinical dermatology meets cutting-edge artificial intelligence — born in Cannock, built for global healthcare.
Making precision diagnostics accessible and effective for everyone
ALCROEN — also known as The Algorithms of Skin — is a state-of-the-art SaaS diagnostic tool developed to assist clinicians in providing faster, more accurate skin health assessments. We exist to solve one of healthcare's most pressing challenges: millions of people suffering from skin diseases while waiting weeks or months to see a specialist.
Our platform empowers hospitals, GPs, medics, and prescribers to diagnose skin diseases through image recognition and differential processes within seconds — followed by comprehensive treatment plans. ALCROEN is designed to make precision diagnostics accessible and effective for everyone, everywhere.
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Founded by clinicians, built by innovators
ALCROEN was co-founded to bridge the gap between British technology innovation and Indian clinical excellence.
Dr Alka Mehta
A world-renowned dermatologist who has treated over one million patients. Founder and chairperson of Dr Alka's Skincare and Healthcare — a premier chain of clinics across India including Mohali, Kapurthala, Pathankot, and Bangalore. ALCROEN is built on the brain mapping of her clinical decision pathways and two decades of expertise from her team.
Rajiv Rai
Leading the vision to bring world-class AI innovation from the heart of the West Midlands to healthcare systems globally. Under his leadership, ALCROEN has been nominated for the 2026 Parliamentary Pathfinder Innovation Awards — a historic first for a Cannock Chase-based enterprise.
Ken Walker
I lead the design and development of next-generation artificial intelligence platforms focused on transforming medical diagnostics. My work combines advanced machine learning, large-scale data processing, and systems engineering to create intelligent solutions that assist healthcare professionals in identifying diseases earlier, faster, and with greater accuracy. I am passionate about building innovative technologies that have the potential to improve patient outcomes and shape the future of digital healthcare.
AR International Holdings
As members of the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce and Rotary International, AR International is committed to using ALCROEN to foster local economic growth while solving global healthcare challenges — positioning Cannock at the forefront of the UK's mission to integrate AI into the NHS.
Two decades of clinical excellence, digitised
The foundation of ALCROEN's capabilities lies in its comprehensive dataset, meticulously compiled from four pioneering skin centres over the last two decades. This dataset encompasses:
- A wide range of skin conditions across all severity levels
- Variations in skin types, tones, and ethnic backgrounds
- Demographic diversity ensuring model robustness
- Hair and nail conditions alongside dermatological cases
- Cases diagnosed and verified by expert dermatologists
- Rigorous anonymisation protecting patient confidentiality
From clinical practice to AI breakthrough
Two decades of clinical data
Four pioneering skin centres under Dr Alka's Skincare and Healthcare compile the comprehensive dataset that would become ALCROEN's AI training foundation — over one million patient encounters.
ALCROEN Platform started development
AR International Holdings launches ALCROEN — a SaaS skin diagnosis and treatment platform combining deep machine learning, image recognition, and differential diagnosis for clinical practice and training.
University of Staffordshire approval
The University approves ALCROEN as one of its most promising AI innovation projects, establishing a funded 240-hour research programme with selected students.
Parliamentary Pathfinder nomination
ALCROEN is nominated in two categories for the 2026 Parliamentary Pathfinder Innovation Awards — marking a historic first for Cannock Chase and the West Midlands.
Platform launch — 2026
ALCROEN is on track to launch in 2026 — bringing AI-powered skin diagnosis and treatment planning to hospitals, GP practices, and prescribing workflows across the UK and beyond.
University-approved AI innovation
The University of Staffordshire has deemed ALCROEN one of the most promising and innovative projects powered by AI. This academic endorsement validates our approach to responsible, clinically-grounded artificial intelligence in dermatology.
Through our partnership, AR International Holdings provides training and technical experience pathways for AI research students — ensuring the next generation of innovators contributes to advancing dermatological care.
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