National ranking · Updated June 2026
20+ Best Skin Specialists in Australia 2026: Verified, Ranked
Independent 2026 ranking of 20 verified skin specialists across Australia. Sorted by credentials, transparent pricing and information depth. No paid placements.
Written by Compare Skin Specialists editorial team · Updated 1 June 2026 · 2 min read
Who are the best skin specialists in Australia?
The top-rated skin specialists in Australia for 2026 is The Skin Hospital Darlinghurst, with Eastern Suburbs Dermatology and Inner Sydney Dermatology rounding out the top three. Best provider depends on your specific needs — location, budget, and scope — but all five in our ranking serve Australia with verified credentials and transparent pricing.
★Key takeaways
- ✓#1 overall: The Skin Hospital Darlinghurst.
- ✓All 20 ranked providers have verified credentials and transparent pricing.
- ✓Prices vary widely — always compare 3 quotes before committing.
- ✓Major cities (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane) have the deepest provider pools.
- ✓Regional Australia: expect slower response times but often lower prices.
The national top 20
#1
The Skin Hospital Darlinghurst
Sydney · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 50 consultant dermatologists in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, mohs surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 50+ consultant dermatologists · Mohs surgery (skin cancer) · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 113+ years operating · Darlinghurst based
#2
Eastern Suburbs Dermatology
Sydney · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 8 consultant dermatologists in Bondi Junction, Sydney. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 8+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 31+ years operating · Bondi Junction based
#3
Inner Sydney Dermatology
Sydney · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 4 consultant dermatologists in Burwood, Sydney. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, mohs surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 4+ consultant dermatologists · Mohs surgery (skin cancer) · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 15+ years operating · Burwood based
#4
MoleMap Sydney CBD
Sydney · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
Skin clinic in Sydney CBD, Sydney. Services include mole mapping, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: Total body mole-mapping · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 28+ years operating · Sydney CBD based
#5
Sinclair Dermatology
Melbourne · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 7 consultant dermatologists in East Melbourne, Melbourne. Services include medical dermatology, hair / scalp, eczema / psoriasis.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 7+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 25+ years operating · East Melbourne based
#6
Skin Health Institute
Melbourne · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 40 consultant dermatologists in Carlton, Melbourne. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, mohs surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 40+ consultant dermatologists · Mohs surgery (skin cancer) · Total body mole-mapping · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 137+ years operating · Carlton based
#7
Armadale Dermatology
Melbourne · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 7 consultant dermatologists in Armadale, Melbourne. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, mohs surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 7+ consultant dermatologists · Mohs surgery (skin cancer) · Total body mole-mapping · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 30+ years operating · Armadale based
#8
Melbourne Eastside Dermatology
Melbourne · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 7 consultant dermatologists in Blackburn South, Melbourne. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, paediatric dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 7+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 25+ years operating · Blackburn South based
#9
South East Dermatology
Brisbane · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 11 consultant dermatologists in Annerley, Brisbane. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, mohs surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 11+ consultant dermatologists · Mohs surgery (skin cancer) · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 32+ years operating · Annerley based
#10
Toowong Dermatology
Brisbane · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 8 consultant dermatologists in Toowong, Brisbane. Services include medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 8+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 30+ years operating · Toowong based
#11
Brisbane Skin
Brisbane · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 4 consultant dermatologists in Newstead, Brisbane. Services include medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 4+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Newstead based
#12
MoleMap Brisbane
Brisbane · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
Skin clinic in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane. Services include mole mapping, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: Total body mole-mapping · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 28+ years operating · Brisbane CBD based
#13
Subi Derm
Perth · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD (Fellow Australasian College of Dermatologists) dermatology clinic in Subiaco, Perth. Services include medical dermatology, paediatric dermatology, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Subiaco based
#14
Hollywood Dermatology (formerly Halbert Dermatology)
Perth · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 5 consultant dermatologists in Nedlands, Perth. Services include medical dermatology, paediatric dermatology, skin cancer surgery.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 5+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 30+ years operating · Nedlands based
#15
St John of God Dermatology
Perth · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 6 consultant dermatologists in Subiaco, Perth. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 6+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Subiaco based
#16
Perth Skin Specialists
Perth · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 2 consultant dermatologists in Murdoch, Perth. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Murdoch based
#17
Adelaide Dermatology Associates
Adelaide · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 4 consultant dermatologists in Henley Beach, Adelaide. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 4+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Henley Beach based
#18
Dermatology SA
Adelaide · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 9 consultant dermatologists in Dulwich, Adelaide. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · 9+ consultant dermatologists · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · 20+ years operating · Dulwich based
#19
Bay Dermatology
Adelaide · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD-led dermatology clinic with 2 consultant dermatologists in Glenelg, Adelaide. Services include medical dermatology, skin cancer surgery, cosmetic dermatology.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Glenelg based
#20
myPRODERM
Adelaide · Initial consult $200–$400 (Medicare rebate ~$80 with referral)
FACD (Fellow Australasian College of Dermatologists) dermatology clinic in Adelaide CBD, Adelaide. Services include medical dermatology, paediatric dermatology, acne specialist.
Highlights: FACD dermatologists on staff · Medicare rebate (with GP referral) · Adelaide CBD based
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- 40% credentials and regulator verification
- 25% price transparency and itemised quoting
- 20% service coverage (geography, availability, specialisations)
- 10% information completeness
- 5% complaint history (Fair Trading, industry ombudsman)
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Who are the best skin specialists in Australia?
The top-rated skin specialists in Australia for 2026 is The Skin Hospital Darlinghurst, with Eastern Suburbs Dermatology and Inner Sydney Dermatology rounding out the top three. Best provider depends on your specific needs — location, budget, and scope — but all five in our ranking serve Australia with verified credentials and transparent pricing.
How much does a skin check cost in Australia?
Most skin cancer clinics offer bulk-billed skin checks for Medicare card holders — $0 out-of-pocket. A specialist dermatologist consultation (if referred by GP) costs $250-$450 with a Medicare rebate of $80-$150. Skin Cancer Doctors, Spot Check Clinic and similar national chains bulk-bill general skin checks at most locations. Dermatology specialist skin checks for high-risk patients (history of melanoma, atypical mole syndrome) include dermoscopy and computer-assisted mole mapping.
Do I need a GP referral to see a dermatologist?
Yes — you need a GP referral to claim Medicare rebates on dermatologist consultations. Without a referral, you can still see a dermatologist privately but pay full fee with no rebate ($350-$600 instead of $80-$150 out-of-pocket). Skin cancer clinics (separate from dermatology clinics) generally don't require referrals and can bulk-bill general checks. Cosmetic-only consultations with cosmetic doctors don't require GP referral, though following 2023 reforms a referral is now required for cosmetic surgery.
Is Roaccutane (isotretinoin) safe and how do I get it?
Roaccutane (now sold as Oratane and other generics) is highly effective for severe nodulocystic acne — about 80% of patients have lasting clearance after one course. It requires dermatologist prescription due to side effects: dry skin/lips (universal), elevated liver enzymes, severe birth defects (women must use contraception), and rare mood changes. Cost: $250-$500/month for 4-6 months. Strict pregnancy prevention rules apply for women including monthly pregnancy tests.
What's the safest place to get Botox?
Choose a clinic with: registered medical practitioner on premises (doctor or nurse practitioner), GP referral pathway (now required), 7-day cooling-off period, transparent pricing, and willingness to refuse treatment if inappropriate. Avoid: discount providers, "Botox parties", clinics offering BOGOF deals on injectables, anyone working from non-clinical premises. Reputable AU chains: Skin Club, All Saints Skin Clinic, Clear Skincare, dermatology practices. Cost: $300-$700 per treatment area (forehead, frown, crows feet).
How do I treat eczema and psoriasis?
Mild eczema/psoriasis: GP-prescribed topical steroids (cheap, on PBS) plus emollients. Moderate: dermatologist consultation, prescription calcineurin inhibitors (Elidel, Protopic), short courses of stronger steroids. Severe: biologic injections (Dupixent for eczema, Stelara/Cosentyx for psoriasis) — PBS subsidised for severe cases, otherwise $1,500-$3,500/month. Phototherapy (UV light treatment) at dermatology clinics: $50-$120/session, 2-3 sessions/week for 6-12 weeks, often Medicare rebated.