Skin cancer is seen as Australia’s national cancer, with 2 out of 3 people diagnosed with it by the age of 70 years. For this reason it is important to have a doctor looking after you who is highly trained in the diagnosis and management of skin cancer.
Summerland Skin Cancer Clinic aims to provide timely and affordable access to high quality, professional skin cancer assessment, diagnosis and management for our rural and coastal community. Doctors consulting at our clinic provide full skin checks and spot checks, together with a comprehensive range of skin cancer treatment options, including both surgical and non-surgical methods. A referral to see one of the doctors is not necessary. Dr Hicks, Dr Krumins and Dr Roberts have personally managed hundreds of melanomas and thousands of non-melanoma skin cancers. They are well supported by the clinic's team of friendly, compassionate nursing and administrative staff, dedicated to ensuring that every patient receives the best care possible.
Tristan completed his initial degree in Biomedical Science in 2002, before continuing on to attain his Bachelor of Medicine in 2007, both through the University of Newcastle. He completed internship and residency training with the Hunter New England Area Health Service, before undertaking specialist general practice training in the Hunter Valley. Dr Hicks received his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2012. After extensive post-graduate study in the field of skin cancer and completing all requirements he was awarded Fellowship with the Skin Cancer College Australasia in 2019, achieving the highest mark in the final exam. He has also worked as a surgical assistant in the operating theatre for 5 years at Newcastle Private Hospital.
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