Early Detection Saves Lives
Comprehensive skin cancer checks, diagnosis and treatment in Narrabri.
☀️ Full Body Skin Checks
🔬 Biopsies & Diagnosis
✂️ Skin Cancer Surgery
❄️ Cryotherapy Treatment
🩹 Skin Flaps & Skin Grafts
⚡ Curettage & Electrodesiccation
Why Choose Maitland Street Medical Centre?
☀️ Dedicated Skin Cancer Appointments
🔍 Comprehensive Skin Checks
🔬 Biopsies and Diagnosis
✂️ Skin Cancer Surgery
🩹 Skin Flaps & Skin Grafts
⚡ Curettage & Electrodesiccation
❄️ Cryotherapy Available
👨⚕️ Diploma in Dermatology
🔎 Diploma in Dermoscopy
🏥 Experienced Rural Procedural GP
Why Have a Skin Check?
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and approximately two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70.
Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.
Who Should Have a Skin Check?
☀️ Fair skin or light-coloured eyes
☀️ History of sun exposure
☀️ Outdoor workers
☀️ Family history of skin cancer
☀️ Previous skin cancers
☀️ New or changing spots
☀️ Adults over 40 years of age
Our Skin Cancer Services
🔍 Skin Checks
Comprehensive skin examinations to identify suspicious lesions and monitor skin changes.
🔬 Biopsies
Where required, a biopsy may be performed to assist with diagnosis and treatment planning.
✂️ Skin Cancer Surgery
Dr Navin performs a range of skin cancer surgeries in our clinic, including:
Cancer Excision
Skin cancers are commonly excised in our treatment rooms under local anaesthetic, providing a comfortable and convenient option for patients.
Skin Flaps and Skin Grafts
Advanced surgical techniques used to repair and reconstruct areas following the removal of skin cancers.
Curettage and Electrodesiccation
A procedure used to remove selected superficial skin cancers and pre-cancerous lesions with minimal scarring.
❄️ Cryotherapy
Treatment of selected lesions using liquid nitrogen.
Meet Your Doctor
Dr Navin Erathnage
MBBS, FRACGP, FARGP, FACCSM, DRANZCOG Advanced
Skin cancer services are provided by Dr Navin Erathnage, an experienced Rural General Practitioner with advanced training in skin cancer medicine and dermatology.
Dr Navin holds a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Fellowship in Advanced Rural General Practice (FARGP), Advanced Diploma-level training in Dermatology, a Diploma in Dermoscopy, and has completed further training in Skin Cancer Medicine.
He provides comprehensive skin cancer care including skin checks, biopsies, cancer excisions, skin flaps, skin grafts, curettage and electrodesiccation, and cryotherapy, with a strong focus on prevention, early detection and treatment.
Dr Navin is an elected Councillor of Narrabri Shire Council and is actively involved in supporting the ongoing development and wellbeing of the local community.
What to Expect at Your Skin Check
1️⃣ Discussion of your skin concerns
2️⃣ Full skin examination
3️⃣ Assessment of any suspicious lesions
4️⃣ Treatment plan or follow-up recommendations
5️⃣ Biopsy or treatment if appropriate
Signs to Look Out For
📏 Changing size
🎨 Changing colour
🔺 Irregular shape
🩸 Bleeding or crusting
🤔 New spots that don’t heal
Know the ABCDE Signs of Melanoma
🔵 A – Asymmetry
One half of the spot doesn’t match the other.
🟡 B – Border
Edges are irregular, uneven or blurred.
🟠 C – Colour
The spot has multiple colours or an uneven colour.
🔴 D – Diameter
Larger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser).
🟣 E – Evolving
The spot is changing in size, shape, colour or appearance.
If you notice any new, changing or unusual spots, book a skin check with our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with our clinic.
How often should I have a skin check?
This depends on your risk factors and previous skin history.
Will my skin check be bulk billed?
Yes.
Do I need to remove clothing?
Skin checks are most effective when the doctor can examine all relevant areas of skin.
Ready to Book?
☀️ Early detection is the best protection.
📞 (02) 9059 0711
📍 139 Maitland Street, Narrabri NSW