Dr Thanu Shekar
Skin Cancer Doctor at Caloundra Skin Cancer Centre
MBBS (Hons), FRACGP, Grad Dip Medicine (Skin Cancer), Cert Primary Care Skin Cancer Med, Cert Primary Care Skin Cancer Surgery, Cert Adv Dermatoscopy & Histopathology, Cert Primary Care Skin Cancer Therapeutics
Dr Thanu Shekar graduated from Monash University, Melbourne with first class honours and has worked in general practice since 2010, with a special interest in skin cancer medicine since 2014. She has obtained a portfolio of university certifications in skin cancer medicine and surgery, dermatoscopy, histopathology, and skin cancer therapeutics.
Dr Shekar is dedicated to performing thorough skin checks, identifying any concerning lesions and then discussing treatment options with patients, taking into consideration evidence-based guidelines and patients’ preferences. Dr Shekar is skilled in topical therapies and surgical procedures. She enjoys the challenge of identifying skin cancers and learning about advances in diagnostic techniques, as well as offering a range of therapeutic options and staying up to date with new technologies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate Diploma in Medicine (Skin Cancer)
- Certificate in Primary Care Skin Cancer Medicine, (The University of Queensland)
- Certificate in Primary Care Skin Cancer Surgery
- Certificate in Advanced Dermatoscopy and Histopathology
- Certificate in Primary Care Skin Cancer Therapeutics
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (First Class Honours), (Monash University)
