About Western Skin Institute
Excellence in Medical & Aesthetic Dermatology
Founded in 2015, Western Skin Institute is a trusted medical institution dedicated to advanced skin cancer detection, complex skin surgery, general medicine, and integrative aesthetics. Serving communities across Melbourne from our modern, state of the art facilities in St Albans and North Melbourne, we place patient health, clinical accuracy, and evidence based safety at the absolute centre of our practice.
At Western Skin Institute, we act as a unified hub for comprehensive skin care. We integrate advanced clinical tracking systems like the HEINE Cube with specialised surgical techniques to provide a seamless, supportive healthcare environment. No specialist referral is required to access our core dermatological and skin screening services.
Our Multi Disciplinary Care Philosophy
We believe that true skin health requires a multi dimensional approach.
Our clinic bridges the gap between conventional medical frameworks, advanced surgical interventions, and holistic restorative aesthetics.
Our clinical focus covers four primary medical domains:
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Skin Cancer Medicine & Surgery: Expert, early stage diagnosis of melanomas and non melanoma skin cancers using digital dermoscopy and mole mapping, followed by meticulous surgical clear margin excisions.
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Specialist General Surgery: Meticulous subcutaneous diagnosis and extraction of deep tissue elements, such as symptomatic lipomas, sebaceous cysts, and structural lesions, led by qualified general surgeons.
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Integrative Dermatology & Rejuvenation: Combining standard medical prescriptions with evidence based nutrition, lifestyle modification tracking, and advanced collagen induction treatments like smooth PDO threads, structural thread lifting, and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy.
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Specialised Aged Care Medicine: Dedicated geriatric medicine consultations providing comprehensive systemic care, cognitive health mappings, and healthy ageing pathways for older adults.
Meet Our Highly Qualified Medical Team
All medical practitioners operating at Western Skin Institute are highly qualified independent contractors. They bring advanced, peer reviewed postgraduate education and extensive clinical training to every consultation.
Our team includes accredited skin cancer doctors, certified aesthetic practitioners, and specialist medical consultants holding distinguished fellowships and memberships across leading Australian institutions:
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Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP)
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Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
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Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)
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Skin Cancer College Australasia (SCCA)
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American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM)
Dermatological Continuity & Barrier Protection: Excellent treatment outcomes rely on a combination of in clinic precision and consistent home care. To support your skin's recovery following dynamic laser therapies, surgical excisions, or skin barrier assessments, explore our medically curated e commerce division, Skincare Collection. Our selection features premium, non irritating formulas, including physical blockers in our Sun Protection line and calming moisturisers, designed to safeguard and hydrate vulnerable skin.
Dr Stephen Lai
RES-FRACGP (Dermatology), SCCA Accredited Skin Cancer Practitioner, AAAM Board Certified Aesthetic Physician
Location: St Albans
Working days: Tuesday and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment only
Dr Milan Djeric
MBBS FRACS, General Surgeon
Location: St Albans
Working days: Alternate Thursdays, alternate Fridays by appointment only
Dr Thien Tran
MD FRACGP, Dermatology Associate and Accredited Aesthetic Doctor
Location: St Albans
Working days: Monday and Thursday
Dr Catherine Law
MBBS (Hons), FRACGP, Cosmetic Doctor | Women's Health, MBBS (Hons), FRACGP
Location: St Albans
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Dr Priyank Gupta
MBBS FRACGP, Accredited Aesthetic Injector
Location: St Albans
Working days: Monday and Thursday
Dr James Al-Israel
FRACGP, MBChB, Dip Skin Cancer Medicine
Location: St Albans
Working days: Friday by appointment only