The Bayside Dermatology Clinic team is comprised of fully qualified and experienced dermatology specialists, trained and highly skilled nursing staff and friendly, helpful medical receptionists.
We pride ourselves on offering you the best service possible.
Associate Professor Con Dolianitis
MB, BS, BA, MMed, FACD
After obtaining one of the highest year 12 scores in his year, Assoc. Prof Con Dolianitis studied Medicine at the University of Melbourne. At the same time he completed a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Greek and Classical Studies, obtaining honours for most of his university subjects.
Assoc. Prof Con Dolianitis works in the specialised biologics clinic and the general dermatology clinic at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Con has previously consulted at the Skin & Cancer Foundation in Carlton in both the nail clinic and hair clinic, and the Royal Children’s Hospital.
Con has published multiple articles in peer reviewed journals and has been involved in research and clinical trials. He was awarded a research grant by the Scientific Research fund of the Australasian College of Dermatology for work in melanoma. Con’s research with the Victorian Melanoma Service focused on the use of dermoscopy for the early detection of melanoma. Con completed a Masters of Medicine researching the detection of melanomas using spectrophotometry. He has a particular interest in the early detection of melanomas and monitoring patients at risk of melanoma.
Con was the supervisor of Dermatology training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Con is involved in teaching and supervising dermatology trainees as well as medical students of the University of Melbourne. He has served as an examiner and on the selection committee of the Australasian College of Dermatology, as well as the committee of the Victorian Faculty of Dermatology. Con was the convenor of the Australasian College of Dermatology Meeting in Melbourne. He has also worked on the advisory board of multiple pharmaceutical companies and been a reviewer for several dermatology journals. Con was awarded the Presidential Citation in 2017 by the Australasian College of Dermatologists in recognition of his contribution to the College. Con is a current member of the Human Research Ethics Committee at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Con regularly attends local and international conferences to offer patients the latest treatment options. He has been attending the annual meeting of European Academy of Dermatology for the last 10 years. He was awarded the Paul Eddington travelling scholarship by the Skin and Cancer Foundation to attend one of the European meetings.
Con has a particular interest in the early detection and treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers, including the use of non-surgical approaches when appropriate. Con also has significant experience with managing psoriasis and eczema, including use of phototherapy treatment. He has been heavily involved in running the biological therapies clinic for the treatment of severe psoriasis at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Additionally, Con has significant experience in the treatment of acne, hair disorders, nail disorders, men’s dermatological problems and general dermatologic conditions.
Specialty Interest Areas:
• Early detection and treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers.
• Phototherapy.
• Management of severe psoriasis with biologic therapies.
• Acne
Dr Tasos Stavrakoglou
MBBS, FACD, CESR (RCP,UK)
www.drtasostavrakoglou.com.au
www.drtasostavrakoglou.com.au
Dr Tasos Stavrakoglou has more than 20 years of experience in the field of Dermatology. He has published multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals.
He completed his medical undergraduate training in Greece in 1995 and he completed his training in Dermatology in London.
As part of his specialist training in Dermatology he worked at the Hillingdon & Mt Vernon and Amersham Hospital which is part of the Oxford rotation training Programme.
He worked as a consultant dermatologist at Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals before he relocated to Australia.
During his career he has developed a special interest in skin cancer management and skin surgery. As part of this gained experience he has served for many years as a core member of the Multidisciplinary Skin Cancer Network of the North West London.
His other special interests include Medical Dermatology, Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases and Men’s Dermatology.
In addition to his private practice, Dr Stavrakoglou serves as a consultant at the Alfred Hospital where he is involved in teaching dermatology trainees and medical students.
Apart from all aspects of general dermatology, Dr Stavrakoglou has particular expertise and interest in:
• Skin cancer and dermatological surgery
• Medical dermatology
• Autoimmune connective tissue diseases
• Male anogenital dermatoses
• Nail disorders and nail surgery
• Deroofing surgery for hidradenitis suppurativa
• Treatment of axillary and palmoplantar hyperhidrosis
Dr Stephanie Tizi
MBBS (Hons), BMedSc (Hons), FACD
Stephanie is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists who is passionate about caring for her patients. She prides herself in ensuring all patients receive the absolute best medical care whilst maintaining her naturally approachable and friendly manner.
Stephanie works privately and at several public hospitals including Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (VCCC), The Alfred Hospital and Monash Medical Centre.
Stephanie received one of the top three marks in Australia in her final dermatology specialist fellowship exams. She was also awarded the Harvey Rotstein prize in her final year for her integrity and collegiality during her training, as voted by her colleagues.
During her dermatology specialist training, Stephanie trained in most major public hospitals in Melbourne. She also spent six months of her training in Singapore. In 2013 she received the John Fewings Memorial Prize for the best contact dermatitis paper presented at the annual dermatology meeting. Her research has been published in medical journals.
Stephanie graduated from medicine with honours at Monash University and completed a Bachelor of Medical Science in paediatric eczema during her medical degree. She was awarded the Herman Lawrence Dermatology prize during her medical training as well as several other academic prizes.
Stephanie enjoys all aspects of dermatology and has a particular interest in skin cancer detection and management, paediatric dermatology, eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, women’s health and complex medical dermatology.
Special Interest Area:
• Paediatric dermatology.
• Skin cancer detection and management
• Psoriasis, Eczema & Biologics treatment
• Acne, rosacea
• Women’s health / vulval dermatology
• Complex medical dermatology
Dr Alfonso Perez
MRCP (UK), FACD
Dr. Perez is a highly skilled dermatologist who trained at the prestigious St John’s Institute of Dermatology at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital where he later became a Consultant.
He gained valuable experience in complex dermatological conditions and his areas of interest include immunobullous (blistering) conditions, cutaneous lymphomas, male dermatology conditions and complex psoriasis/eczema cases.
He has an special interest in alopecias and scalp disorders and is a member of the International Trichoscopy Society.
Dr Perez has had formal training in hair disorders undergoing a year-long fellowship here in Melbourne under Professor Sinclair, as well as working at the Hair Clinic at The Skin Health Institute in Melbourne. He has pursued further training in advanced trischoscopy and hair disorders at Ramón y Cajal Unit in Madrid under the guidance of Dr Sergio Vario and colleagues where he learnt new techniques for treatment of androgenetic alopecia such as mesotherapy with Dutasteride.
Currently, Dr Perez is taking referrals from other Dermatologists to see patients with complex hair diseases.
Special Interest Areas:
• Hair disorders.
• Psoriasis.
• Severe atopic eczema.
Dr Diana Norris
MBBS, BSc, FACD, DCH
Dr Diana Norris is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists and Consultant Dermatologist at St Vincent’s Hospital, and The Skin Health Institute.
She undertook specialist training at many major tertiary hospitals in Melbourne including Monash Health and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (VCCC). She has also held positions at the Victorian Melanoma Service, and at the National Skin Centre in Singapore. Dr Norris has published research in multiple journals and presented at international conferences. She was previously awarded the World Congress of Dermatology trainee scholarship for her work in biologic therapies.
Dr Norris graduated from Deakin University Medical School in the top 10% of her cohort, achieving membership in the Golden Key International Honour Society. Prior to specialist training, she worked in General Practice and completed a Diploma of Child Health from the University of Sydney.
Special Interest Areas:
• Surgery.
• Axillary hyperhidrosis,
• Deroofing for hidradenitis suppurativa,
• Minor cosmetic issues e.g. skin tags/seborrhoeic keratosis/sebaceous hyperplasia for diathermy.
Dr Helena Lolatgis
MBBS, FACD
Dr Helena Lolatgis is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. She undertook her dermatology specialist training in Victoria working at tertiary referral hospitals including The Royal Melbourne Hospital, The Alfred Hospital, Monash Medical Centre, The Austin Hospital and The Skin Health Institute.
During her training, Dr Lolatgis spent 18 months in London, United Kingdom, working in the dermatology units of both St George’s Hospital and St. John’s Institute of Dermatology at Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital.
Prior to commencing dermatology specialty training, Dr Lolatgis completed her Basic Physician Training at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Dr Lolatgis has published numerous research papers in the Australasian Journal of Dermatology.
Dr Lolatgis is a general dermatologist with a wide area of interest including women’s and paediatric dermatology, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis and skin cancer detection and management. She is passionate about providing personalised and thorough care to all her patients.
Special Interest Areas:
• Acne
• Eczema
• Rosacea
• Urticaria
• Hyperhidrosis
• Skin cancer detection (surgical and medical management)
Dr. Lauren Anderson
BSc (Hons), MD, FACD
Lauren is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. In addition to private practice she works as a consultant dermatologist at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
She completed her bachelor degree in science and then medical school (MD) at Melbourne University after having moved here from the USA. During her specialist dermatology training in Victoria, she worked at major tertiary hospitals including the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (VCCC), the Royal Children’s Hospital, St. Vincent’s Hospital and the Skin Health Institute. Lauren spent a year working at St. Georges Hospital in London as a dermatology registrar and has published research in several dermatology and medical journals.
After her dermatology training, Lauren completed a fellowship in genetic-dermatology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and currently works there as a consultant seeing complex medical dermatology patients.
Lauren enjoys all aspects of dermatology and helping patients from all walks of life. She prides herself in delivering the highest level of patient centred and evidence based care. She looks forward to establishing long term relationships with patients and their families.
Special Interest Areas:
• Acne, rosacea
• Eczema and Psoriasis (biologic therapies)
• Hyperhidrosis (increased sweating)
• Skin cancer detection and management (medical and surgical)
• Urticaria
• Vulval dermatology
• Complex medical dermatology
Dawn Collado
Senior Dermal Therapist
Dawn began her career in Berkshire, UK, and has built over 25 years of experience in skincare and aesthetics. In 2002, she relocated to Melbourne, where the discovery of energy-based devices like IPL transformed her career from beauty therapy to more of a clinical aesthetic focus. Witnessing these treatments‘ profound impact on her clients’ confidence inspired Dawn to pursue further education. In 2009, she earned a Bachelor of Health Science in Aesthetics Therapies from the University of New England.
Since then, Dawn has collaborated extensively with Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and Cosmetic Physicians within elite cosmetic practices throughout Melbourne. Her expertise spans a wide array of advanced treatments, including lasers, IPL, Radio Frequency, chemical peels, and manual therapies. Dawn is passionate about tackling complex skin conditions and takes pride in the profound boost in self-esteem her patients experience by providing a first-class tailored service to each client’s specific needs.
Beyond mere treatment, Dawn adopts a holistic approach, emphasising the importance of internal health in achieving radiant skin. Her nurturing demeanour and ability to create a comfortable environment for her patients are widely recognised and appreciated. Dawn is committed to resolving skin issues and cultivating enduring skin health, ensuring her clients feel confident inside and out.
Sandy Pearce
Senior Cosmetic Nurse
Sandy is a Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience in facial aesthetics.
Her background began in the critical care area then aesthetics education and clinical training around the country. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise with her to Bayside Dermatology.
Sandy regularly participates in Aesthetic conferences both in Australia and overseas to keep updated in the industry.
Sandy’s friendly and easy approach is to collaborate with patients to achieve realistic, natural outcomes and treatment plans. This way confidence and the promotion of wellness may be restored.