Q. What can I expect at the initial consultation?

Our reception staff will greet you and request you to complete a new patient form, or you can print and complete one prior to your visit. Dr Le Grice will bring you into a consultation room where your presenting concern will be discussed and an examination performed. Following this, Dr Le Grice will discuss with you your diagnosis and treatments, determining with you the most suitable treatment and discussing alternatives. Occasionally patients require additional tests to confirm their diagnosis. These include having a small skin sample (biopsy) taken and examining the skin with special illumination devices. Minor treatments may also be performed at the time of consultation such as cryotherapy (freezing). These will be fully discussed with you if they are required.

Q. How much will treatment of my skin cancer cost?

Treatments for skin cancers and pre-cancerous spots vary from creams and cryotherapy (freezing) to a range of surgical procedures. The costs of all of these procedures will be discussed with you at the time of consultation and you will be provided with a written estimate.

Q. Does Dr Paul Le Grice perform laser and light treatments?

Yes. Dr Le Grice and his qualified Dermatology team expertly deliver various laser and light therapies for conditions including photo-damaged and pre-cancerous changes of the skin, facial redness and rosacea (broken capillaries of the skin), brown spots, acne and post surgical scarring. Laser and light therapies can also be used to remove unwanted hair.

Q. Is skin cancer surgery covered by medical insurance?

Most medical insurance companies cover the cost of skin cancer removal, up to a maximum figure, depending on the company and your type of policy. We recommend you to contact your medical insurance company to discuss your type of coverage.

Q. Does Dr Le Grice perform cosmetic treatments?

Yes. Dr Le Grice and his team offer expert advice regarding various cosmetic treatments including Botox, dermal filler injections and chemical peels. These treatments effectively target various conditions such as sun damage and age related lines and wrinkles; abnormal skin texture, tone and pigment; dilated capillaries and post-acne scarring. Xeomin injections are also used to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).