Education & Training

Education & training

The Skin Hospital is a registered educational institution, and with its association with the Australasian College of Dermatologists is committed to the training of dermatology registrars. We estimate that in the past 15 years, 95% of dermatologists admitted to Fellowship in NSW have spent time training at The Skin Hospital and currently we train more dermatologists than any other institution in Australia.

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Education

Our commitment to education

As New South Wales’ largest dermatology registrar training site, The Skin Hospital plays a central role in shaping the future of dermatology in Australia. We deliver education across the full healthcare spectrum, from GPs and nurses to registrars and specialists, ensuring patients everywhere have access to high-quality, continuous care.

Dermatology remains one of the smaller medical specialties in Australia, and building workforce capacity is critical. As a not-for-profit organisation, all profit is reinvested into registrar training, clinical trials, and research, reinforcing our long-term commitment to education and better patient outcomes.

Dermatology registrar training

We are proud to administer the registrar training program on behalf of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, operating within national accreditation standards. Registrars rotate through metropolitan, regional, and rural clinics across the state, gaining experience with a wide range of conditions and patient needs. This balance of academic learning and hands-on practice prepares them to deliver exceptional care in any setting.

We also support international medical graduates (IMGs), dermatologists who completed their specialist training overseas and come to Australia to undertake additional supervision and upskilling as part of the pathway to practising dermatology locally. At The Skin Hospital, IMGs are supported through structured supervision, tailored training, and clinical placements, helping strengthen both the local workforce and global dermatology networks.

Registrar Training Program

Improving access

Expanding rural and regional access

Improving access to specialist care in rural and regional Australia is a priority. Through registrar placements, visiting dermatologist programs, and education tailored to local health professionals, we extend dermatology services to areas where they are most needed. This approach reduces inequities in care, builds local capability, and ensures patients in rural communities’ benefit from continuity of treatment.

Education for GP’s and nurses

Primary care is the frontline of dermatology. We provide targeted workshops, CPD-accredited programs, and clinical training to help GPs refine diagnostic skills and strengthen referral pathways. For nurses, we deliver professional development opportunities that build expertise in dermatology nursing and patient care.

We work closely with the Australian Dermatology Nurses’ Association (ADNA) to support education, collaboration, and recognition for dermatology nurses across Australia. By strengthening skills and connections among primary care providers and nursing professionals, we enhance the patient care pathway from diagnosis through to ongoing management.

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Education

Lifelong learning for specialists

Our commitment to education extends beyond registrar training. Through advanced workshops, masterclasses, and national conferences, we provide Fellows and dermatologists with opportunities to expand their expertise in emerging therapies, complex case management, and research developments. With both in-person and digital delivery, our programs are accessible to health professionals across Australia.

Education Events for Specialists

Research & clinical trials

Education, research and collaboration

Education at The Skin Hospital is strengthened by close links with research and collaboration. We work with universities, professional bodies, industry, and patient advocacy organisations to ensure our programs are evidence-based, innovative, and patient-focused. These partnerships make it possible to deliver impactful educational initiatives that advance dermatology and directly improve patient care.

Research and Clinical Trials

Donate to The Skin Hospital

The Skin Hospital is a not-for-profit organisation and a recognised leader in dermatology training and education. We are actively involved in clinical research, with ongoing trials aimed at improving treatment of various skin conditions. Your support and donations help advance our research and improve patient outcomes.

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We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which The Skin Hospital operates. For thousands of years, these lands have been cared for by Indigenous communities and their ancestors. We recognise and appreciate their ongoing connection to Country, culture, and community. We also pay our respects to the elders, past and present, of these communities, as well as to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have contributed to the cultural heritage of this country.

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