Policy
Philosophy Of Care
The Skin Cancer Service is being run to address the great burden of this disease on the Dubbo and surrounding communities.
The service is largely bulk-billed to ensure adequate access by all members of the community.
Ongoing education and the maintaining of high standard care are continuously and actively persued to ensure the best possible care of our patients.
Clients are encouraged to develop a long-term relationship with Dr Tomas to ensure continuity of care.
If new skin problems develop or if there are complications from treatment, clients are strongly urged to contact Dr Tomas ASAP (his home number and mobile phone number are available to anyone undergoing minor surgery).
Results and letters are automatically sent to the client\'s usual family doctor to ensure that they are kept in touch with the client\'s medical history.
Occasionally, as with all aspects of medical care, the diagnosis or outcome of treatment may not be as anticipated. Fortunately, due to tight quality control, the rate of complications has been very low. In light of this, clients are always encouraged to discuss their care with Dr Tomas, request referral (or a second opinion) if desired and to report any complications ASAP if they do occur.
In all, it is the view of the Central Medical Practice Skin Cancer Service, that treating the local community is a great responsibility though at the same time, an even greater privilege.
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<p>
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Due to the overwhelming need for skin cancer screening and treatment, the practice principal, Dr Steven Tomas made the decision to go into full-time skin cancer work in 2004.
<p>
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Dr Tomas graduated from Sydney University with honours in 1993 and has worked in Dubbo as a general practitioner for over ten years. He has a special interest in skin cancer, dermatology and minor surgery. He has completed his fellowship with the Royal Asutralian College Of General Practitioners and attained a Certificate In Dermatology through Monash University.
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Dr Tomas is currently enrolled in the first ever Masters course for skin cancer in Australia, run through Queensland University School Of Medicine. The course will be completed in mid 2007.
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As part of the skin cancer service, Dr Tomas liases closely with local, visiting and Sydney based specialists, which includes dermatologists, surgeons and plastice surgeons.
<p>
</p>
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Patients with complicated problems are readily offered referral to the appropriate specialist(s).
<p>
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Philosophy Of Care
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The Skin Cancer Service is being run to address the great burden of this disease on the Dubbo and surrounding communities.
<p>
</p>
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<p>
</p>
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Ongoing education and the maintaining of high standard care are continuously and actively persued to ensure the best possible care of our patients.
<p>
</p>
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</p>
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<p>
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Clients are encouraged to develop a long-term relationship with Dr Tomas to ensure continuity of care.
<p>
</p>
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<p>
</p>
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<p>
</p>
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If new skin problems develop or if there are complications from treatment, clients are strongly urged to contact Dr Tomas ASAP (his home number and mobile phone number are available to anyone undergoing minor surgery).
<p>
</p>
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<p>
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<p>
</p>
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<p>
</p>
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<p>
</p>
Due to the overwhelming need for skin cancer screening and treatment, the practice principal, Dr Steven Tomas made the decision to go into full-time skin cancer work in 2004.
<p>
</p>
Dr Tomas graduated from Sydney University with honours in 1993 and has worked in Dubbo as a general practitioner for over ten years. He has a special interest in skin cancer, dermatology and minor surgery. He has completed his fellowship with the Royal Asutralian College Of General Practitioners and attained a Certificate In Dermatology through Monash University.
<p>
</p>
Dr Tomas is currently enrolled in the first ever Masters course for skin cancer in Australia, run through Queensland University School Of Medicine. The course will be completed in mid 2007.
<p>
</p>
As part of the skin cancer service, Dr Tomas liases closely with local, visiting and Sydney based specialists, which includes dermatologists, surgeons and plastice surgeons.
<p>
</p>
Up-to-date diagnostic and treatment modalities for skin cancer are employed at the practice and include dermoscopy, digital photography, cryotherapy, cautery and curettage, minor surgery (including skin grafting), Aldara cream, Efudix cream and Photo Dynamic therapy.
<p>
</p>
Patients with complicated problems are readily offered referral to the appropriate specialist(s).
<p>
</p>
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Appointments
Appointments for routine skin checks are booked every twenty minute before lunch and the waiting time for an appointment can be up to 6 weeks. Minor operations are performed in the afternoons and may take from 20 to 60 minutes. Urgent problems can usually be seen within the week or even on the same day if necessary.
