Skin cancers are a common issue in Australia. Two out of three Australians will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer in their lifetime. While not all skin cancers are immediately dangerous or life threatening melanoma rates in Australia are ever increasing. Between 1982 and 2019 there was a 120% increase in melanoma diagnoses.

Most of the doctors offer skin checks and consult with you regarding the appropriate follow up. This may include regular skin checks, diagnostic biopsy, removal of the suspicious lesions or referral to a dermatologist.

The specialised doctors can also provide medical advice and interventions for a range of other skin conditions including: warts, cysts, pigmentation, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and a range of other skin conditions