Sydney Skin

What Sydney Skin does

Sydney Skin is a private specialist dermatology clinic founded in 2008 and headquartered at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Medical Centre in Newtown, Sydney, with a second Sydney location. The practice delivers medical, surgical, paediatric, skin cancer, laser, and cosmetic dermatology services through a roster of approximately 16 physicians that includes dermatologists, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, an interventional radiologist, an immunologist, and an oral medicine specialist, all of whom are Fellows of the Australasian College of Dermatologists or hold equivalent specialist credentials. Sub-specialty capabilities span Mohs micrographic surgery, paediatric dermatology (including light sedation), vascular anomaly treatment, phototherapy, allergy testing, and cosmetic injectables and peels, supported by a modern surgical theatre meeting Australian Health Standards.

The clinic's technology stack is anchored by a portfolio of advanced laser devices (Candela V Beam Perfecta, Fraxel Dual Re:store, Lumenis Lightsheer Duet, and PicoSure) used in combination treatments, alongside Obagi medical-grade skincare lines, narrowband UVB phototherapy, and topical/photodynamic therapies. All dermatologists hold concurrent academic appointments at the University of Sydney (and UNSW for some) and VMO positions at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Children's Hospital at Westmead, The Skin Hospital, Sydney Adventist Hospital, and Liverpool Hospital, providing a structural referral and training pipeline.

Sydney Skin operates a fee-for-service professional services model monetising specialist consultations, surgical procedures (Mohs, excision, flaps/grafts, cryosurgery), laser and cosmetic treatments, and phototherapy across both adult and paediatric patients. Patient acquisition is driven by GP and specialist referrals (with a dedicated referring-doctor hotline and Healthlink/Argus electronic referral), direct hospital referrals, earned media presence in major Australian outlets, and organic social (Instagram) and content marketing through its blog. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and bookings are taken by phone or email.

Name

Sydney Skin

Legal name

Sydney Skin

Website

https://sydneyskin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sydney Skin is a private Sydney dermatology clinic founded in 2008, delivering medical, surgical, paediatric, skin cancer, laser, and cosmetic dermatology services to adult and paediatric patients through approximately 16 specialist physicians across two locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Health and Personal Care Retailers (4561)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844)

akta.pro primary industry

General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF), Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Pediatric Dermatology (HLAKACAB), Classic/European Facials (HSALADAA), Dermocosmetics & Medical-Grade Skincare (CRABAAAF), Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments (CRABALAF)

Keywords

• Dermatology services
• Skin cancer treatment
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Laser skin treatments
• Paediatric dermatology

Headquarters

HQ city

Sydney

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Consultation Services: Revenue generated from specialist dermatology consultations for medical conditions including skin cancer checks, eczema, psoriasis, acne, and other dermatological conditions. Consultations are billable medical services.
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from skin cancer removal surgeries including Mohs surgery, surgical excision, skin flap/graft surgery, shave excision, cryosurgery, and curettage. Procedures performed in fully equipped surgical theatre under local anaesthetic.
3. Laser and Cosmetic Treatments: Revenue from cosmetic procedures including laser treatments for hair removal, skin rejuvenation, scar reduction, vascular lesions; anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and platelet-rich plasma treatments.
4. Phototherapy and Non-Surgical Treatments: Revenue from phototherapy treatments (narrowband UVB for psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo), topical treatments (Efudix, Imiquimod), and Photo Dynamic Therapy.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sydney Skin is a specialist dermatology clinic providing medical, surgical, paediatric, skin cancer, laser, and cosmetic dermatology services. The practice treats skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, and skin cancer in patients of all ages, and offers advanced laser treatments, Mohs surgery, anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and phototherapy delivered by Australasian College of Dermatologists fellows.

Product overview

Sydney Skin is a dermatology clinic offering a comprehensive suite of medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services since 2008. The clinic provides four core service areas: Medical Dermatology (treating acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin allergies with phototherapy and allergy testing), Paediatric Dermatology (specialised care for children with conditions like eczema and warts), Skin Cancer Services (mole checks, surgical excision, Mohs surgery, and non-surgical treatments), and Laser Treatments (using world-class devices including PicoSure, Candela V Beam Perfecta, Fraxel Dual Re:store, and Lumenis Lightsheer Duet). The clinic also offers Cosmetic Services featuring anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, chemical peels (including Obagi Blue Peel RADIANCE), and skincare systems (Obagi Nu-Derm and Obagi-C Rx). Procedures are performed by dermatologists who are fellows of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, with facilities including modern consulting rooms, treatment suites, and a fully equipped surgical theatre meeting Australian Health Standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Medical Dermatology Services Comprehensive dermatology services treating skin conditions in patients of all ages, including acne, eczema, psoriasis, actinic keratosis, hair and nail disorders, and skin cancer. Includes phototherapy (narrowband UVB) and allergy testing (skin prick, RAST, and patch testing).
• Paediatric Dermatology Services Specialised dermatology services for children addressing eczema, allergy, ringworm, viral rashes, warts, impetigo, and psoriasis, with facilities designed for paediatric patients including light sedation with nitrous gas.
• Skin Cancer Services Diagnosis, treatment, and management of skin cancer including mole and skin checks, surgical excision, Mohs surgery, cryosurgery, curettage, skin flaps and grafts, and non-surgical treatments such as topical creams and photodynamic therapy.
• Laser Treatments Combination laser treatments using advanced laser devices to reduce scars, rejuvenate skin, treat sun spots, brown spots, blood vessels, facial redness, rosacea, warts, vascular birthmarks, freckles, and unwanted hair, including tattoo removal. Utilises Candela V Beam Perfecta, Fraxel Dual Re:store, Lumenis Lightsheer Duet, and PicoSure devices.
• Cosmetic Services Non-surgical cosmetic procedures including anti-wrinkle injections, dermal fillers, fat dissolution treatments, chemical peels, laser rejuvenation, and platelet-rich plasma for hair loss.
• Mohs Surgery Specialised skin cancer surgery for aggressive cancers or those in high-risk areas such as the nose, ears, eyelids, and lips, where tissue is examined under a microscope during surgery to ensure complete cancer removal.
• PicoSure Laser Picosecond laser technology for tattoo removal, pigmentation treatment, and skin rejuvenation.
• Obagi Blue Peel RADIANCE Chemical peel providing dramatic improvements in skin tone and texture with quick in-clinic procedure and little to no downtime.
• Obagi Nu-Derm System Skin transformation system that penetrates deeply to transform and correct damage at the cellular level, minimising signs of premature ageing and improving hyperpigmentation.
• Obagi-C Rx Advanced Vitamin C protection system to correct early signs of skin ageing, improving discolouration and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• University of SydneycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSydney Skin dermatologists hold academic positions at the University of Sydney. A/Prof Li-Chuen Wong is a Clinical Associate Professor. Dr Andrew Chen is a Clinical Senior Lecturer. The partnership ensures clinic stays at forefront of dermatological developments through teaching and research.
• Royal Prince Alfred HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr Andrew Satchell serves as consultant Dermatologist and Supervisor of Training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown. Dr Andrew Chen is a Staff Specialist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Academic and clinical affiliation for training and patient care.
• Children's Hospital at WestmeadcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA/Prof Li-Chuen Wong is Senior Specialist Visiting Medical Officer and Head of the Dermatology Department at Children's Hospital, Westmead. Dr Andrew Ming is a VMO at Children's Hospital at Westmead running weekly paediatric dermatology clinic. Dr Renae Howes treats vascular birthmarks at the hospital. Dr David Lord is a paediatric interventional radiologist at the hospital.
• The Skin Hospital (Westmead and Darlinghurst)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr Nicholas Stewart is a qualified Mohs Surgeon at The Skin Hospital at Westmead and Darlinghurst. Dr Deshan Sebaratnam consults at The Skin Hospital Westmead. A/Prof Wong previously served as Director of Training and Past Chair, NSW Faculty of the Australasian College of Dermatologists.
• Australasian College of Dermatologists (ACD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAll Sydney Skin dermatologists are fellows of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. A/Prof Wong previously served as Director of Training and Past Chair, NSW Faculty. The college is the peak body for dermatology training in Australia.
• Sydney Adventist HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr Andrew Broadfoot is a Visiting Medical Officer at the Allergy Department, Sydney Adventist Hospital, providing immunology and allergy consultations.
• Douglass Hanly Moir PathologyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr Andrew Broadfoot serves as Immunopathologist consulting at Douglass Hanly Moir Pathology, providing pathology services related to immunological conditions.
• Eastwood Specialist ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr Andrew Chen also works at Eastwood Specialist Services on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, expanding access to dermatology services.
• Liverpool HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA/Prof Deshan Sebaratnam leads the Paediatric Dermatology and Laser service at Liverpool Hospital and is a VMO at Dubbo Base Hospital.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Australian Skin Clinics: Australian Skin Clinics is a national network offering cosmetic injectables, laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation and dermal therapies — directly comparable to Sydney Skin's cosmetic and laser service lines.
• Molemap: Molemap operates skin cancer and mole screening clinics across Australia and New Zealand, focused on early melanoma and skin cancer detection — directly comparable to Sydney Skin's skin cancer diagnosis and treatment services.
• Laser Clinics Australia: Laser Clinics Australia is the largest Australian chain of cosmetic clinics offering laser hair removal, skin treatments, and injectables, competing for the same aesthetic patient base as Sydney Skin's cosmetic services.
• SunDoctors: SunDoctors is an Australian chain of skin cancer clinics offering mole checks, biopsies, and surgical excisions, directly overlapping with Sydney Skin's medical dermatology and skin cancer surgery offering.
• Inner West Dermatology: Inner West Dermatology is a Sydney specialist dermatology practice offering medical and surgical dermatology including skin cancer management, competing for GP referrals in the same Sydney catchment.

Others

• Candela Medical: Candela is the manufacturer of the V Beam Perfecta vascular laser used at Sydney Skin, and is a key equipment supplier into dermatology and aesthetic clinics globally — relevant ecosystem counterpart rather than competitor.
• Obagi Medical: Obagi Medical is the medical-grade skincare brand whose Nu-Derm, Obagi-C Rx, and Blue Peel RADIANCE systems are retailed through Sydney Skin, making it a key product partner for the practice's cosmetic and skin health services.
• Lumenis: Lumenis manufactures the Lightsheer Duet hair removal laser deployed at Sydney Skin and supplies energy-based devices to dermatology practices worldwide; an enabling technology provider rather than a direct competitor.
• Allergan Aesthetics: Allergan Aesthetics manufactures Botox and the Juvederm dermal filler range used in Sydney Skin's cosmetic services, and counts Sydney Skin's Dr Cath Porter among its Australian advisory board members.

Broad incumbents

• The Skin Hospital: The Skin Hospital at Westmead and Darlinghurst is a major dermatology teaching hospital where Sydney Skin's own specialists hold credentials, providing overlapping dermatology, Mohs surgery and skin cancer services in the Sydney market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Sydney_Skin
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sydney-skin

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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