Why do I have to wait so long for an appointment?

There is currently a significant shortage of suitably qualified dermatologists in Australia. Despite the Australasian College of Dermatologists’ constant lobbying of the state and federal governments for more training positions, dermatology training in Australia is often not seen as a priority by successive governments. Dermatology is a complex medical specialty and doctors require significant training to be competent dermatologists. This type of training can only be achieved through suitably supervised training positions in Australian hospitals.

If you feel that your problem is genuinely urgent, please advise your referring doctor, they should make contact with our service to discuss the need for an urgent review by one of our specialists.