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Private Service

Anne L Davis - Dermatologist

Hours

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Description

Dermatology is a branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.  A doctor who specialises in this is called a Dermatologist.


Dr Davis works in the Department of Dermatology at Christchurch Public Hospital and in private practice at 867 Colombo St. Christchurch.

Dr Davis' special interests include:

  • Eczema in children and adults, occupational dermatitis and patch testing for contact allergies
  • Treatment of other inflammatory skin disorders such as psoriasis and acne
  • Phototherapy for psoriasis and eczema
  • Diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer
  • Photodynamic therapy for superficial skin cancers.

Referral Expectations

A dermatologist and a GP can, in some cases, diagnose skin conditions just by looking at them.  The shape, size, colour and location are all assessed, as well as any other symptoms.  At times a biopsy has to be taken so that a diagnosis can be made. A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of the skin/lesion for examination under a microscope.  Minor surgery may be needed to perform this biopsy. In some cases the whole lesion will be removed and examined. 
Another way a dermatologist can examine a skin disorder is by scraping some of the top layer of skin from the lesion/affected area.  This is called a skin scraping.  This scraping is also sent to the laboratory for examination.

Common Conditions

  • Eczema

    There are several different types of eczema but all have a number of common symptoms, the main feature being red, inflamed, itchy skin.  The skin can be covered with small, fluid-filled blisters that might ooze and form a scale or crust.… More

  • Acne

    Acne is a skin disorder that is characterised by pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and, in bad cases, cysts (deeper lumps).  Acne usually starts at puberty and is in response to our body’s production of hormones, called androgens.… More

  • Psoriasis

    Psoriasis is a common, recurring (keeps coming back) skin condition that is hard to treat.… More

  • Scabies

    Scabies is a very common skin infection that is caused by a mite that burrows under the top layer of skin and lays its eggs.  The eggs hatch in a few days.  The skin then becomes very itchy and a red, raised rash may appear.  Itching is worse at night… More

  • Fungal Skin Infections

    Bacteria and a number of types of fungi live on the surface of the skin.… More

  • Bacterial Skin Infections

    Our skin is our body’s first defence mechanism and even though many types of bacteria live on its surface, we still need a healthy, intact skin surface to maintain its defense.… More

  • Skin Cancer

    New Zealand has a very high rate of skin cancer, when compared to other countries.… More

  • Warts

    There are three main types of wart infections that occur on our body: common warts, plantar warts and venereal warts (genital warts).… More

  • Shingles

    Shingles is caused by a virus called herpes zoster, this is the same virus that causes chickenpox.  After the virus has caused chicken pox it remains dormant (inactive) in the nerve cells, but can then be reactivated in later life to cause shingles.  It is not known why the virus… More

Charges

Adult initial consultation:   $200
Child initial consultation:   $185
student and <23yrs age charge as for child

Adult follow-up consultation:  $150 - $175
Child follow-up consultation:  $135 - $160

In general all procedures and treatments incur extra charges.

Liquid nitrogen treatment:  $25 - $55
Punch biopsy: $135

There is a fee for all surgical procedures.

Consultants

Dr Anne Davis
Dermatologist

Parking

There is parking behind the building.

Location Information

Contact Details

Phone (03) 365 5378
Fax (03) 365 7447
Email appointments@dermatologist.co.nz

Street Address

867 Colombo Street, Christchurch 8013

Postal Address

867 Colombo Street, Christchurch 8013

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