At Advanced Dermatology and Laser Clinic, we are committed to excellence in medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology.
We combine expert, compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care with leading-edge laser treatments to deliver results that are scientifically backed, individually tailored, and that empower our patients to feel confident in their skin.
Our clinic is a welcoming calm, refined space where clinical excellence meets warm, attentive care.
Our Dermatology Services
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Our medical dermatology services focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions. We care for patients of all ages, offering expert assessment and evidence-based treatments for concerns such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, skin infections, and hair loss.
Our team also performs thorough skin checks and mole assessments to detect early signs of skin cancer. With a patient-centred
approach, we aim to provide timely, accurate care in a supportive environment, helping you maintain healthy skin for life.
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Surgical dermatology involves the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions that require surgical intervention. This includes the removal of skin cancers, moles, cysts, and other benign or suspicious lesions. Our dermatologists are trained in advanced surgical techniques to ensure optimal outcomes with minimal scarring. We prioritise both medical effectiveness and cosmetic considerations, particularly for procedures on the face and other visible areas. Surgical dermatology also plays a critical role in the early detection and treatment of skin cancer, including procedures such as excisions, biopsies, and cryotherapy. All surgeries are performed with a focus on safety, precision, and patient comfort.
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Laser dermatology uses advanced light-based technologies to treat a wide range of skin conditions with precision and minimal downtime. Our clinic offers a variety of medical-grade laser treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. These include vascular lasers for broken capillaries and rosacea, pigment lasers for sunspots and melasma, and resurfacing lasers to improve fine lines, scarring, and skin texture. Each procedure is performed by our dermatologists or by experienced clinicians under dermatologist supervision, ensuring both safety and effectiveness. Laser treatments can be a powerful, non-invasive option for restoring clearer, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin.
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Paediatric dermatology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. Children’s skin can present differently from adults and often requires specialised care. Our dermatologists are experienced in managing a wide range of childhood skin conditions, including eczema, birthmarks, acne, psoriasis, warts, and genetic skin disorders. We understand that visits can be stressful for both children and parents, so we strive to create a friendly, reassuring environment while delivering expert care. Our approach combines gentle treatment techniques with clear communication to support the health and comfort of your child at every stage.
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Patch testing is a safe and effective way to identify the cause of allergic contact dermatitis — a type of skin allergy that develops after contact with certain substances.
Meet our Specialists
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MD.MMed, FACD
Dermatologist
Dr Alvand Amiri is a consultant specialist Dermatologist with over 25 years’ experience in the field. His particular areas of interest are in skin cancer and skin cancer surgery, inflammatory skin conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis and auto immune skin conditions.Dr Amiri has been involved in teaching medical students and general practitioners in Dermatology and has published many articles in the Australasian Journal of Dermatology and Czech Republic Dermatology journals.
He has been a presenter at the International Academy of Dermatology and European Academy of Dermatovenereology.Dr Amiri graduated from the Charles University Medical School in Prague in 1998 and after five years of specialty dermatology training, he was awarded a specialist degree in Dermatology from the Charles University Hospital. He is a member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology.
After relocating to Australia, Dr Amiri obtained his Master of Medicine degree from the University of Queensland and gained his fellowship with the Australasian College of Dermatologists after further speciality training at the John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle, The Skin Hospital in Sydney and successfully completing fellowship exams with the Australasian College of Dermatologists.
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MBBS, FACD
Dermatologist
Dr John Relic has been a consultant specialist Dermatologist in the Newcastle region for over thirty years. John graduated from the University of NSW in 1977 and became a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 1986. He is a Visiting Medical Officer at the John Hunter Hospital as well as being a Consultant Dermatologist at many private hospitals in the Hunter Region. He regularly conducts an outpatient paediatric dermatology clinic and dermatology immunology clinic at the John Hunter Hospital.John’s other interests include skin surgery and laser technology as well as the complex conditions of the skin, hair and nails. John pioneered one of the first laser clinics in the Newcastle area.
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Dermatologist
Dr Stephanie Blake joined the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 2024, and is passionate about all aspects of dermatology, including early detection of skin cancers, inflammatory disorders such as eczema and psoriasis, and paediatric dermatology.Stephanie works in private practice and at the John Hunter Hospital and consults as a locum dermatologist once a month in the Northern Rivers.
She has published in peer-reviewed journals regarding autoimmune connective tissue diseases, melanoma and its detection, and prior to commencing dermatology training worked in clinical trials for developing new biological agents for psoriasis, eczema and alopecia.
