The Skin Hospital, Australia

The Skin Hospital, Australia The Skin Hospital is a not-for-profit organisation, established to benefit and treat those who suffer from diseases of the skin.

We are dedicated to providing excellent Clinical Services, Education & Training and Research & Clinical Trials. Located in two locations in Sydney Australia; 121 Crown Street, Darlinghurst and 7 Ashley Lane, Westmead. Since 1978 the Foundation has been a not-for-profit centre of excellence in the diagnosis, clinical management, research and education of skin disease including skin cancers as well

as providing an extensive range of sub speciality skin clinics along with cosmetic procedures and services provided by their experienced team of dermatologists. The Foundation has dermatology clinics and licensed and accredited day surgeries situated in two Sydney locations at Darlinghurst and Westmead. The majority of 168 dermatologists in NSW have undertaken some form of training at the Foundation as the Foundation is an accredited training institute of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. In addition, the Foundation has a world class laboratory based at Darlinghurst. The laboratory is a specialised dermatology pathology service and provides an exceptional standard of diagnostic service for all types of skin disease and skin cancers. The Foundation’s key areas includes:

Clinical Services
• 10 licensed and accredited day surgery theatres including the largest Mohs facility in the Southern hemisphere.
• Our Laboratory processes over 240,000 slides and provides over 44,500 reports each year.
• Over 35,500 patient visits in the clinic and day surgery each year.
• Over 80,000 patient treatments each year. Research and Clinical Trials
• The Foundation employs an Academic Head of Research, a Research Officer, a Clinical Trials Coordinator, and an unaccredited dermatology trainee.
• Currently three clinical trials run concurrently. Some are short term, others span 5 years or more.
• Over 600 research papers have been published by doctors and staff of the Foundation and we have substantial scientific data, including pathology specimens going back 30 years.
• Our Research department reviews and partners with ethical products that are leaders in their field and help fund research and Education activities. Education and Training
• Over 50% of all dermatologists in NSW have undertaken training at the Foundation.
• The Foundation contributes over $400,000 annually to registrar training, plus substantial additional training of Dermatologists, GP’s, Dermatology nurses and staff estimated cost of more than $100,000 per year.
• The Foundation funds a Mohs surgeon Fellowship each year.

World Vitiligo Day is this Thursday!Join us online for an empowering evening of expert insight, lived experience and com...
22/06/2026

World Vitiligo Day is this Thursday!

Join us online for an empowering evening of expert insight, lived experience and community conversation as we come together around this year’s theme: From Stigma to Strength.

Hear from Dr Kanika Sahni MBBS, MD, FACD, Specialist Dermatologist at The Skin Hospital and Blacktown Dermatology, as she shares practical information to help better understand vitiligo and its management.

You will also hear from Mayank Dawar, who will share his personal journey of living with vitiligo — including the emotional and social realities of the condition, and finding confidence beyond stigma.

The session will also include:
✨ Vitiligo myth-busting
✨ A live interactive Q&A with Dr Sahni and the VAA committee
✨ An opportunity to connect, learn and be part of a supportive community

📅 Thursday, 25 June 2026
🕗 8:00–9:30 PM AEST
💻 Online — your access link will be emailed after registration.

Whether you live with vitiligo, support someone who does, or simply want to understand more, this is a valuable opportunity to learn from leading expertise and real experience.

Secure your spot via registration link on our bio.

Many Shades, One Voice.

Speaker Spotlight: The Complex Patient – Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity🧬 Dr Annika Smith | Dermatolog...
19/06/2026

Speaker Spotlight: The Complex Patient – Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity

🧬 Dr Annika Smith | Dermatologist

Dr Annika Smith is a Consultant Dermatologist at The Skin Hospital with extensive experience managing complex inflammatory skin diseases, including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and hidradenitis suppurativa. Passionate about medical education and evidence-based care, Dr Smith works closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes for patients requiring advanced systemic and biologic therapies.

At our final Biologics Masterclass, Dr Smith will share practical insights into managing dermatology patients with multiple comorbidities and the considerations involved in selecting the most appropriate treatment pathway.

❤️ Dr Fiona Foo | Cardiologist

Dr Fiona Foo is a Consultant Cardiologist with expertise in preventative cardiology, cardiovascular risk assessment and the management of patients with complex medical conditions. She has a strong interest in the intersection between chronic inflammatory diseases and cardiovascular health, helping clinicians better understand the broader health implications of systemic inflammation.

Join Dr Foo as she explores cardiovascular considerations in patients receiving biologic and systemic therapies, providing valuable insights into risk stratification, monitoring and collaborative patient care.

📍 Biologics Masterclass 2026
📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
🏨 25hours Hotel The Olympia

🧬 Meet the Experts: Navigating Infection & Inflammatory Disease in the Complex PatientAs biologic therapies become incre...
18/06/2026

🧬 Meet the Experts: Navigating Infection & Inflammatory Disease in the Complex Patient

As biologic therapies become increasingly central to the management of chronic inflammatory conditions, clinicians are often faced with challenging decisions when infection risk, immune dysfunction, and multisystem disease intersect.

At our final Biologics Masterclass, we're pleased to welcome Dr Jonathan Darby (Infectious Diseases) and Dr Richard Holland (Rheumatology) as part of our multidisciplinary faculty exploring Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity.

🔬 Dr Jonathan Darby is an Infectious Diseases Physician with expertise in managing complex infections, antimicrobial stewardship, and infections in immunocompromised patients. He will provide practical insights into infection screening, risk assessment, and managing infectious complications in patients receiving biologic therapies.

🦴 Dr Richard Holland is a Rheumatologist with a special interest in psoriatic arthritis and inflammatory musculoskeletal disease. Drawing on his experience across both rheumatology and dermatology settings, he will discuss the importance of collaborative care when managing patients with overlapping skin, joint, and systemic disease.

Together, they will help unpack the real-world challenges clinicians face when treating patients with complex comorbidities, offering practical, evidence-based strategies that can be applied directly to clinical practice.

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
📍 Hotel Olympia, Paddington
⏰ 9:00am – 1:00pm

Limited places remain. Register now via the link in our bio.

🧬 Speaker Highlights | The Complex Patient: Evidence-Based Decision Making Across ComorbidityManaging patients with mult...
17/06/2026

🧬 Speaker Highlights | The Complex Patient: Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity
Managing patients with multiple comorbidities requires more than following treatment algorithms—it requires collaboration, clinical judgement, and a deep understanding of the broader health considerations that influence biologic prescribing.

We're delighted to welcome two outstanding specialists to our final Biologics Masterclass this Saturday:

🔬 A/Prof Nicolás Urriola
Clinical Immunologist, Neurologist and Immunopathologist, A/Prof Urriola will share an immunologist’s perspective on biologic and targeted therapies, including treatment response, immune safety, complex prescribing scenarios, and practical approaches to dupilumab. His expertise sits at the intersection of immunology and clinical medicine, making him uniquely placed to discuss the challenges of managing patients with immune-mediated disease.

🩺 Dr Gabrielle Wark
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with a subspecialty interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Dr Wark brings extensive experience in the management of complex inflammatory conditions. Her clinical and research interests focus on the relationship between the gut microbiome, nutrition, metabolic health and immune-mediated inflammation, providing valuable insights into caring for patients with gastrointestinal comorbidities receiving biologic therapies.

Together, they'll help explore the real-world challenges of treating complex patients and provide practical, evidence-based strategies to support safer and more effective clinical decision-making.

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
📍 Hotel Olympia, Paddington
🕘 9:00am – 1:00pm

Suitable for Dermatologists, Dermatology Registrars, JMOs and IMGs.

⏳ Final places available – register now via the link in our bio.

🧬 Speaker Highlights | The Complex Patient: Evidence-Based Decision Making Across ComorbidityManaging patients with mult...
17/06/2026

🧬 Speaker Highlights | The Complex Patient: Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity

Managing patients with multiple comorbidities requires more than following treatment algorithms—it requires collaboration, clinical judgement, and a deep understanding of the broader health considerations that influence biologic prescribing.

We're delighted to welcome two outstanding specialists to our final Biologics Masterclass this Saturday:

🔬 A/Prof Nicolás Urriola
Clinical Immunologist, Neurologist and Immunopathologist, A/Prof Urriola will share an immunologist’s perspective on biologic and targeted therapies, including treatment response, immune safety, complex prescribing scenarios, and practical approaches to dupilumab. His expertise sits at the intersection of immunology and clinical medicine, making him uniquely placed to discuss the challenges of managing patients with immune-mediated disease.

🩺 Dr Gabrielle Wark
Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist with a subspecialty interest in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Dr Wark brings extensive experience in the management of complex inflammatory conditions. Her clinical and research interests focus on the relationship between the gut microbiome, nutrition, metabolic health and immune-mediated inflammation, providing valuable insights into caring for patients with gastrointestinal comorbidities receiving biologic therapies.

Together, they'll help explore the real-world challenges of treating complex patients and provide practical, evidence-based strategies to support safer and more effective clinical decision-making.

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
📍 Hotel Olympia, Paddington
🕘 9:00am – 1:00pm

Suitable for Dermatologists, Dermatology Registrars, JMOs and IMGs.

⏳ Final places available – register now via the link in our bio.

🚨 FINAL CALL: The Last Biologics Masterclass in Our 2026 Series! 🚨After two highly successful sessions, we’re wrapping u...
15/06/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL: The Last Biologics Masterclass in Our 2026 Series! 🚨

After two highly successful sessions, we’re wrapping up our three-part Biologics Masterclass Series with our final event — and this is one you won’t want to miss.

Join us this Saturday, 20 June 2026 at Hotel Olympia, Paddington for:

Biologics Masterclass: Evidence-Based Decision Making Across Comorbidity

Hear from an outstanding multidisciplinary panel of experts as they explore the complexities of managing patients with inflammatory skin disease and comorbid conditions, providing practical, real-world insights to support clinical decision-making.

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
🕘 9:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Hotel Olympia, 1 Oxford Street, Paddington

Featuring:
• Dr Annika Smith (Dermatology)
• Dr Fiona Foo (Cardiology)
• Dr Jonathon Darby (Infectious Diseases)
• A/Prof Nicolas Urriola (Immunology)
• Dr Richard Holland (Rheumatology)
• Dr Gabrielle Wark (Gastroenterology)

🎟️ Tickets are limited and selling fast.
Don’t miss your final opportunity to be part of this educational series.

👉 Register now via the link in our bio.

🎓 Connect with Sydney's Future Dermatology Leaders at Skin School 2026!We're pleased to welcome three university dermato...
12/06/2026

🎓 Connect with Sydney's Future Dermatology Leaders at Skin School 2026!

We're pleased to welcome three university dermatology societies who will be joining us at The Skin Hospital's Annual Skin School this Saturday.

Be sure to stop by their tables and meet members from:

🔹 Sydney University Dermatology Society (SUDS)
🔹 Western Sydney Dermatology Society
🔹 UNDERM Society (University of Notre Dame)

Whether you're looking to expand your professional network, connect with fellow students and junior doctors, or learn more about upcoming educational opportunities and events, we'd love for you to come and say hello.

📍 Visit their tables before the event, during morning tea, and over lunch.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to Skin School 2026!

🤎 Thank You to Our Skin School 2026 Sponsors 🤎As we prepare to welcome attendees to Skin School 2026 this Saturday, The ...
11/06/2026

🤎 Thank You to Our Skin School 2026 Sponsors 🤎

As we prepare to welcome attendees to Skin School 2026 this Saturday, The Skin Hospital would like to extend our sincere thanks to Pro Paira and Ego Pharmaceuticals for their generous support.

Their partnership helps us deliver an engaging and inspiring educational experience for medical students, junior doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest in dermatology.

We are proud to work alongside organisations that share our commitment to advancing skin health education and supporting the future of dermatology.

Thank you for being part of Skin School 2026. We look forward to a fantastic day of learning, connection and collaboration.

Meet Our Speaker: Lu Qiao, Registered NurseWith over seven years of dermatology nursing experience at The Skin Hospital,...
10/06/2026

Meet Our Speaker: Lu Qiao, Registered Nurse

With over seven years of dermatology nursing experience at The Skin Hospital, Lu Qiao brings a wealth of knowledge across medical dermatology, laser and light-based therapies, and procedural nursing.

A graduate of the Graduate Diploma of Dermatology Science and Cosmetic Nursing, Lu has worked alongside leading dermatologists in both medical and procedural settings, gaining extensive experience with a broad range of laser and energy-based devices across multiple treatment modalities.

Passionate about evidence-based practice, patient-centred care, and ongoing education, Lu regularly attends dermatology nursing conferences and has pursued further training in skin cancer medicine to continually enhance her clinical expertise.

📍 Topic: Lasers
📅 Saturday, 13 June 2026
📌 University of Western Sydney Parramatta, City Campus

Join Lu as she shares practical insights into laser technologies, treatment applications, and their role in modern dermatology practice.

Register now and learn from experienced clinicians and nurses at Skin School 2026.

Today, The Skin Hospital joins the dermatology and medical communities in remembering Professor Richard Scolyer AO and r...
07/06/2026

Today, The Skin Hospital joins the dermatology and medical communities in remembering Professor Richard Scolyer AO and recognising his extraordinary contribution to skin cancer research and patient care.

Professor Scolyer dedicated his career to advancing our understanding of melanoma, helping to transform the diagnosis, staging and treatment of one of Australia’s most significant cancers. His work has influenced clinical practice worldwide and has contributed to improved outcomes for countless patients affected by melanoma.

Beyond his remarkable scientific achievements, Professor Scolyer demonstrated exceptional courage, resilience and generosity in the face of his own diagnosis with an aggressive brain cancer. His determination to advance medical knowledge, even during his personal health journey, inspired colleagues, patients and communities across Australia and around the world.

His legacy will continue to shape the future of melanoma research, dermatology and cancer care for generations to come.

On behalf of The Skin Hospital, we extend our deepest condolences to Professor Scolyer’s family, friends, colleagues and all those whose lives he touched.

Thank you, Professor Scolyer, for your dedication, leadership and lasting impact on the fight against skin cancer.

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121 Crown Street
Darlinghurst, NSW
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Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

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