Sydney Mohs Surgery

Sydney Mohs Surgery – Specialist Skin Cancer Care in Sydney

Sydney Mohs Surgery is a specialist skin cancer treatment practice located in Park House on Macquarie Street in the Sydney CBD. The practice focuses on the diagnosis and surgical management of skin cancers, with particular expertise in Mohs micrographic surgery and complex skin cancer repairs.

Led by dermatologist Dr Tasman Lipscombe, Sydney Mohs Surgery provides specialised treatment for patients requiring careful and precise management of skin cancers. The practice was established with a focus on making specialist skin cancer surgery more accessible, particularly for uninsured, under-insured and pensioner patients.

Specialist Skin Cancer Treatment

Skin cancer treatment can require careful assessment and an appropriate combination of surgical and non-surgical approaches. Sydney Mohs Surgery specialises in the management of skin cancers and provides treatment options tailored to the type, location and characteristics of the cancer.

The practice lists skin cancer diagnosis, full skin checks, surgical excision of skin cancers, Mohs surgery and non-surgical treatment of skin cancers among its areas of specialisation.

This focused approach is particularly relevant for patients who require specialist dermatological assessment or surgery in areas where preserving as much healthy tissue as possible is important.

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly precise technique used to remove certain types of skin cancer. During Mohs surgery, cancerous tissue is removed in stages, with each layer examined microscopically to determine whether cancer cells remain at the margins.

Sydney Mohs Surgery explains that the procedure involves immediate processing and microscopic examination of the removed tissue. If tumour cells are identified at the margin, another layer can be removed specifically from the affected area. This process continues until the margins are clear.

One of the important characteristics of Mohs surgery is tissue conservation. Because the surgeon can assess the margins during the procedure, unnecessary removal of surrounding healthy tissue can potentially be reduced. The practice describes this as helping to achieve complete cancer removal while creating the smallest possible surgical defect and supporting an appropriate reconstructive result.

Treatment for Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Sydney Mohs Surgery identifies Mohs surgery as a treatment particularly relevant to basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), two common forms of skin cancer.

The practice notes that Mohs surgery may be recommended for cancers in high-risk or cosmetically and functionally important locations, including areas such as the nose, ears, lips, eyelids, fingers and genitals. It may also be considered for recurrent cancers, cancers occurring in scar tissue, lesions with poorly defined edges and certain tumours with aggressive features identified through biopsy.

Patients should discuss their individual diagnosis and treatment options with an appropriately qualified medical specialist, as the most suitable treatment depends on the specific circumstances of each case.

A Complete Surgical Process

A key feature of Mohs surgery is that cancer removal and microscopic margin assessment occur during the same surgical session. At Sydney Mohs Surgery, Dr Lipscombe removes visible skin cancer tissue before the specimen is examined in the practice's Mohs laboratory.

If further cancerous tissue is found at the margin, an additional layer can be removed from the relevant area rather than automatically removing a wider section of healthy tissue. The process is repeated until the pathology examination confirms that the margins are clear.

Once the cancer has been completely removed, the resulting wound can be repaired. Sydney Mohs Surgery states that repair may involve a flap or graft reconstruction, with the option of coordinating repair with a plastic surgeon when appropriate.

Skin Cancer Excision and Reconstruction

Mohs surgery is not the only surgical service available through the practice. Sydney Mohs Surgery also provides skin cancer removal excisions, flap repairs and graft repairs. These services allow treatment and reconstruction to be considered according to the patient's individual circumstances.

Flap and graft techniques can be used to repair defects following skin cancer removal. The choice of reconstruction depends on factors such as the size and location of the surgical defect and the patient's treatment requirements.

Experience of Dr Tasman Lipscombe

Dr Tasman Lipscombe is the dermatologist behind Sydney Mohs Surgery. According to the practice's official biography, he graduated in medicine from Adelaide University in 1990 and became a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 1999.

He subsequently completed an Advanced Skin Surgery Fellowship at The Skin Hospital in 2000, qualifying him to perform Mohs surgery, skin cancer surgery and complex repairs including flap and graft procedures.

Dr Lipscombe has practised surgical and non-surgical treatment of skin cancers since 2001, with a particular interest in surgical management and Mohs surgery. His professional activities have also included medical education, including teaching medical students and dermatology trainees and providing educational presentations to general practitioners and other specialists.

Accessible Specialist Care

Sydney Mohs Surgery states that its outpatient surgical facility was established partly in response to patients experiencing difficulty accessing specialist skin cancer surgery. The practice specifically identifies uninsured patients, under-insured patients and pensioners among the groups its outpatient facility currently caters to.

This focus provides an alternative for patients seeking specialist treatment in a dedicated outpatient environment. Prospective patients should contact the practice directly to discuss eligibility, treatment options, fees and appointment arrangements.

Sydney CBD Medical Location

The practice is located at Level 14, Park House, 187 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Park House is situated within Sydney's established medical precinct on Macquarie Street. The location is close to major Sydney landmarks and medical institutions, with public transport and parking options available in the surrounding CBD area.

The clinic operates by appointment only, so patients should contact the practice before attending. The official contact page lists the practice phone number as 02 9223 7500 and the reception email as 

Additional Sydney Location

The practice's official contact information also lists a second location at Liverpool Skin Cancer Clinic, Ground Floor, Suite 1, 41–43 Goulburn Street, Liverpool NSW 2170. This provides another location associated with the practice and its skin cancer services.

For a Sydney CBD business directory listing, however, the primary business address should be recorded as Level 14, Park House, 187 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000.

Patient-Focused Skin Cancer Care

Sydney Mohs Surgery combines dermatological expertise with specialised skin cancer surgery. Its services cover the assessment and treatment of skin cancers, from diagnosis and skin checks through to surgical removal and reconstruction.

The practice's emphasis on Mohs surgery is particularly relevant for selected skin cancers where precise tumour-margin control and conservation of healthy tissue are important considerations. Patients can discuss their diagnosis with the specialist to understand whether Mohs surgery or another treatment approach is appropriate for their situation.

Why Patients May Consider Sydney Mohs Surgery

Patients seeking specialist skin cancer surgery in Sydney may value the practice's focused expertise in Mohs surgery and related procedures. The practice provides a dedicated outpatient setting and offers a range of surgical treatments, including Mohs surgery, conventional skin cancer excision, flap repair and graft repair.

The experience of Dr Tasman Lipscombe, combined with his long-standing focus on skin cancer surgery and professional teaching activities, forms an important part of the practice's specialist offering.

Contact Sydney Mohs Surgery

Sydney Mohs Surgery is available by appointment for patients seeking specialist skin cancer assessment and treatment. The practice can be contacted by phone or email to discuss appointments, referrals, treatment options and other patient enquiries.

Located in the Sydney CBD, the practice provides access to specialised skin cancer services in a central medical precinct. Whether a patient requires assessment of a suspected skin cancer, a full skin check, surgical excision, Mohs surgery or reconstruction, the appropriate treatment can be discussed with the specialist based on the patient's individual circumstances.