Dr Helmut Schaider is a consultant dermatologist at The Skin Hospital, Darlinghurst. Originally from Austria, he became a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 2015. He trained as an academic dermatologist with a special interest in skin cancer and melanoma across Europe, the United States, and Australia, developing expertise in both clinical and wet-lab research.
Helmut has served as Editor-in-Chief of the Australasian Journal of Dermatology and Treasurer of the Australasian Society for Dermatological Research. He is actively involved in the education and supervision of undergraduate and medical students, PhD candidates, and dermatology trainees.
His primary interests lie in melanoma prevention and the chemo- and radio-prevention of skin cancers. For more than 20 years, his clinical focus has been on naevus surveillance, with a particular emphasis on 2D and, since 2015, 3D imaging.
At The Skin Hospital, Darlinghurst, Dr Schaider leads the Spot Check Imaging and Consultation Service, which provides advanced 2D whole-body photography and digital naevus surveillance. This comprehensive program supports early detection and ongoing monitoring of melanoma and other skin cancers through state-of-the-art imaging, dermatologist-led review, and tailored follow-up for high-risk patients. By combining cutting-edge technology with expert clinical assessment, the service enables accurate, timely diagnosis and contributes to improved outcomes in skin cancer prevention and care.
