Skin Cancer Clinic
Simplifying skin cancer care and skin checks for Gold Coast patients.
Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic
Welcome to Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic Gold Coast, where we look after all of your skin cancer concerns. Dr Brian Larter, a provider in our rooms at Easy T, can assist with your skin cancer needs from initial examination right through to diagnosis, treatment, follow up and future prevention, in addition to offering substantial experience and services in advanced skin cancer surgery. We encourage all adults to have regular and thorough skin checks. If you notice something unusual-looking on your skin, be sure to book an appointment.
Any potential skin cancer surgical matters can be professionally and cost-effectively attended to by Dr Larter at the Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic. Surgical procedures available include skin grafts and flap repairs using plastic surgery techniques, as well as lumps, bumps, tumours, cysts, lipomas, growths and excisions on the head, neck and face areas and lower limbs. Dr Larter is in close cooperation with plastic surgeons and dermatologists for complicated cases.
Your GP – Dr Brian Larter
Dr Brian Larter has 4 decades of medical and surgical experience in all areas of family practice. Patients can benefit from Dr Brian’s surgical experience in skin cancer surgery with special reference to plastic surgery procedures for surgical flap and repair procedures. Dr Larter also performs skin grafting on all body areas including face, ears and nose. With 3 Advanced Skin Cancer Surgery Diploma certificates and decades of experience, Dr Larter is fully qualified to assist with most surgical skin cancer needs.
Dr Brian Larter General Practitioner
Your GP – Dr Matthew Power
Dr Matthew Power is an experienced GP with a special interest in skin cancer medicine. Please phone the practice to book with Dr Matthew. Saturday mornings at our Robina Town Centre practice and Mondays and every second Thursday at our Easy T Centre practice.
Dr Matthew Power General Practitioner
What is skin cancer?
Skin cancer occurs when skin cells are damaged, for example, by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.
There are three main types of skin cancer:
- Basal cell carcinoma
- Squamous cell carcinoma
- Melanoma – the most dangerous form of skin cancer.
Both basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are known as non-melanoma skin cancer or keratinocyte cancers. Keratinocyte cancer is more common in men, with almost double the incidence compared to women.
Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australians (excluding keratinocyte cancers as data on incidence is not routinely collected). In 2015, 13,694 Australians were diagnosed with melanoma.
Every year, in Australia:
- Skin cancers account for around 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers
- The majority of skin cancers are caused by exposure to the sun
- The incidence of skin cancer is one of the highest in the world, two to three times the rates in Canada, the US and the UK.
Learn more about how Cancer Council funded researchers are working on curing Australia’s national cancer.
Why Choose Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic
Providers at Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic offer Skin Checks, Skin Cancer Imaging, Biopsies and a range of Skin Cancer Treatments such as Excisions, Cryotherapy, Curettage, Topical Treatments and Advanced Surgery to help simplify skin cancer care for our patients. We liaise with other specialties when needed and coordinate the treatment process such as after confirmation of melanoma.
Rest assured, we are dedicated to providing you with professional, comprehensive care. The Gold Coast has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in Queensland so it’s essential to make your skin a priority. Book a skin check appointment at Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic today, we look forward to welcoming you.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
You can book an appointment with any of the GP’s consulting in our rooms for a basic skin check or to have a specific mole checked.
For full body skin checks and skin cancer surgery, book an appointment with Dr Brian Larter at Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic.
Skin Cancer Clinic – FAQs
We’ve prepared a range of frequently asked questions about our Skin Clinics. Click on each question to display the answer.
Dr Brian Larter at Easy T Skin Cancer Clinic offers a range of skin cancer services including advanced surgical services. If you would like a simple skin check you can see any of the GP’s at Robina Town or Easy T Medical Centre.
Yes! We welcome new patients to visit our Skin Cancer Clinic even if you see another GP for your general health concerns. We also welcome our existing patients.
During your skin check, your GP needs direct visualisation of the skin. Please do not wear makeup on the day or remove it before your appointment. You can leave your underwear on but will need to remove outer layers of clothing. You may request a nurse chaperone, this means a nurse is present in the room during your skin check. Please contact Reception to request this when you book your appointment as we will need to ensure a nurse is available at the time of your appointment.
During your skin check, your GP will inspect your skin from head to toe, looking closely for any suspicious or abnormal moles, freckles or lesions. Please tell the GP if there are any spots or freckles on your skin that you are concerned about.
Skin Doctors and Dermatologists differ in cost, facilities and access. Most GP’s and skin cancer clinics do not require a referral to access their services. GP fees tend to be lower than dermatologists. Dermatologists may have more specialised equipment and Skin Cancer Doctors will usually refer you to see a dermatologist or other specialist if needed.
Yes, you can book in with your usual doctor or any of the GP's in the rooms at RTMC to have a skin check or a specific mole checked.
Your Appointment
Use online bookings to make your next appointment quickly and conveniently, any time of day. If your appointment type is not available online, please phone the practice to book.
Robina Town Centre
Easy T Centre