Dermatology research in the Department of Medicine, Monash University and the Dermatology Unit, Alfred Hospital

Research Interests

• Melanoma risk in patients with displastic naevi. Sunlight in the causation of melanocytic naevi and melanoma. Clinical trials into adjuvant therapy for melanoma. Skin surface microscopy in early diagnosis of melanoma.
• Topical treatment for hirsutes. Androgenic alopecia. Loose anogen syndrome. Alopecia areata- genetics and treatment. Geneteic and heriditary disorders of hair and nails.
• Development of teaching aids for medical students, general practioners and pharmacists.
• Development and use of iontopheresis.
• Application of ultraviolet light in dermatological diseases.