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SunDoctors Skin Cancer Clinic Ballina

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SunDoctors is dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer. We stop at nothing to give our patients the best possible care and outcomes at every point in their journey.

Our doctors are highly trained and our results are processed in our own specialist pathology laboratory – which is the biggest in Australia and does nothing but skin cancer. The doctors at our Clinic have personally managed hundreds of melanomas and thousands of non-melanoma skin cancers.

No referrals required.

Our Northern Rivers clinic and labs use state-of-the-art technology to improve the patient journey and enable the highest standards of medical care.

Only a short drive from Lennox Head, our Ballina SunDoctors Skin Cancer Clinic provides care for patients covering the whole of the Northern Rivers region & surrounds.

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Ballina Clinic Details

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday CLOSED

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Consultation Fees

Private Standard Consultation: $120 (Medicare Rebate: $41.40)
Private Extended Consultation: $160 (Medicare Rebate: $80.10)

Aged Pension Concession Card - Standard Consultation: $80 (Medicare Rebate: $41.40)
Aged Pension Concession Card - Extended Consultation: $100 (Medicare Rebate: $80.10)

All other concession cards are charged private consultation fees.

Bulk Bill for Dep Veterans Affairs Card holders (weekdays only).

Weekend Consultations
Private Standard Consultation: $145 (Medicare Rebate: $41.40)
Private Extended Consultation: $180 (Medicare Rebate: $80.10)

NOTE - No concession card holders on weekends - full private fees apply.

Additional Fees for biopsies and procedures - these will be discussed with you at the time of consultation with your Doctor.

Additional Clinic Information

This Clinic is wheelchair accessible.

Please note that we are unable to accept cash payments in the clinic, with only Eftpos and Credit Card payments allowed – for safety and convenience. Thank you for your understanding.

Please note:
Same Day Cancellation Policy applies.
A do not attend / cancellation fee of $60 may apply if you cancel or reschedule your appointment with less than 24 hours’ notice. This fee must be paid prior to rebooking your next appointment.

Meet Your Doctors at Ballina Clinic

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Dr Pramuk Jayatilake (PJ)

Dr PJ is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, with diplomas in Child Health and Public Health. He holds a Diploma in Dermoscopy from the Skin Cancer College of Australia and New Zealand. He is currently completing a Certificate in Skin Cancer Medicine with Skin Cancer College of Australia.

Qualifications:
  • MBBS, FRACGP, DPH, DCH
  • Dip Dermoscopy Skin Cancer College of Aust & NZ
  • Diplomas in Child Health & Public Health
Dr Julie Alexander
Dr Julie Alexander

Dr Julie Alexander gained her Primary Medical Degree in Ireland in 2002 and after this, qualified and worked as a GP.
After moving to Australia she completed a Masters Degree in Skin Cancer Medicine in 2014. Until recently, she has been working in country NSW where she gained most of her experience in Skin Cancer Management.
She is passionate about skin cancer detection and sun protection.

Qualifications:
  • MB Bch BAO Belfast Queens University
  • MRCGP UK 2006
  • FRACGP Australia 2007
  • Masters in Skin Cancer Uni of QLD 2014
  • Advanced Certificate in Dermocopy SCCA 2019
  • Advanced Cert Skin Cancer Surgery SCCA 2021
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Dr Rosemary Craig

Dr Rosemary Craig graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery degree from the University of Sydney and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She has worked for over 20 years in the Northern Rivers region performing skin checks, diagnostic dermoscopy and skin excisions as a part of wholistic healthcare.
Rosemary belongs to the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, Wounds Australia, the Australasian Wound and Tissue Repair Society and the Australian Society for Biophysics.
Since 2015, Rosemary has been an Adjunct Professional Fellow of the Faculty of Health at the Southern Cross University, Lismore working on a new wound dressing which aims to reduce healing times and minimise the final scar. This technology is being commercialised with help from the CSIRO and the University of Queensland, and won the NASA iTech competition in 2020, beating a wide range of other emerging international innovations.

Dr Mark Burton

Dr. Mark completed his studies at Sydney University in 1981 and spent five years working in public hospitals. In 1986, he decided to establish his own general practice clinic, where he gained valuable experience over the next 15 years. In 2000, seeking a change, he became a part owner of the Central Coast Skin Cancer Clinic in East Gosford, NSW.

Throughout his 25-year career, Dr. Mark witnessed a significant shift in public awareness regarding skin cancer. What was once a rarely discussed topic has now gained widespread recognition. In 2016, he took a break from medicine to travel and spend quality time with his loved ones.

Despite his time away, Dr. Mark's passion for skin cancer medicine never faded. He has returned to the field with a desire to give back to his patients and engage in work that truly brings him joy. Dr. Mark's impressive academic background includes a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in 1981, as well as a diploma of obstetrics from the Royal Australian College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 1986.

As a member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, Dr. Mark obtained certificates in advanced skin cancer surgery and advanced dermoscopy in 2007, along with a certificate in skin cancer medicine in 2009. In 2014, he and his wife opened the Central Coast Cosmetic Clinic, and the following year, he became a Fellow of the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australia.

Outside of his medical pursuits, Dr. Mark finds joy in spending time with his dog Rastus, his family, and ocean swimming. He also enjoys embarking on adventurous treks, relishing the challenges that come with them.

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