All independent practitioners are fully qualified Specialist Dermatologists who are members of the Australasian College of Dermatologists.
THE PRACTITIONERS AND SUPPORT STAFF AT ROYAL STREET DERMATOLOGY HAVE BEEN FULLY VACCINATED FOR COVID-19.
At Royal Street Dermatology we treat our patients with courtesy and respect and ask the same in return. We ask that you treat your Dermatologist and all other Practice Staff courteously, without aggression, violence, abuse or harassment. More Information Here >
Dr Linda Pepall
MBBS, FACD
Dr Linda Pepall has over 30 years' experience in all aspects of dermatology. Linda is a local medical graduate who has also worked in the UK, Sydney and Melbourne.
Linda was awarded the Founders Medal by the Australasian College of Dermatologists upon completion of her training.
Linda was a consultant dermatologist at Royal Perth Hospital for nearly 20 years and was a supervisor of training for the Australasian College of Dermatologists for over 15 years.
Linda is committed to a high standard of care for all her patients.
Areas of Expertise:
- Acne
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Hair Disorders
- Skin Cancer and Melanoma
- Phototherapy UVB and topical Hand and Foot PUVA
- Psoriasis
Please note, Dr Pepall is no longer taking on any new patient referrals.
Dr Jamie von Nida
MBBS, FACD
Dr von Nida graduated from the University of Queensland in 1994. After moving to WA in 1998 he commenced Dermatology training and graduated in 2004. He was awarded the Founder’s Medal for Procedural Dermatology in 2004.
Dr von Nida is Head of Department of Dermatology at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.
Dr von Nida is a past Director of Training for the College of Dermatologists and is a member of the College's Selection Committee and Examinations Committee.
Specialist Areas:
- General Dermatology
- Surgical Dermatology
- Nail Disorders
- Biologic Therapy for Psoriasis and Eczema
Dr Jenny Tu
MBBS (Hons.), FACD
Dr Jenny Tu is a locally trained Specialist Dermatologist in Perth. She graduated with honours from the University of Western Australia (UWA) and was awarded the Fred Johnston Memorial Prize for highest aggregate marks in Clinical Skills and Practice of Medicine.
She compleled her dermatology training in Western Australia at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Royal Perth Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital and Fiona Stanley Hospital.
Jenny is keen to accept referrals in all aspects of dermatology including general and paediatric dermatology, with subspecialty interests in inflammatory dermatoses including skin cancer surveillance and management, acne, eczema, axillary hyperhidrosis and psoriasis, with access to phototherapy.
Areas of Expertise:
- Acne
- Psoriasis
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Surgery
- Axillary Hyperhidrosis (Botox)
Dr Gul Erkin
MD, FACD
Dr Gul Erkin graduated from Hacettepe University in Turkiye. She pursued her residency at the same institution and completed additional training at Yale University and New York University, where she earned a fellowship in Dermatopathology, and was awarded a Diploma of Dermatopathology by the International Board of Dermatopathology.
Dr Erkin has an extensive experience in her field, having worked as a faculty and dermatologist for many years. She has published several articles in international medical journals, presented at International Congresses, and gained expertise in education, research and administration.
After relocating to Australia, Dr Erkin worked at three different locations in Perth and completed her upskilling. In 2023, she became a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists.
Dr Erkin is passionate about providing the best patient care and is happy to accept referrals for general dermatology for both adult and paediatric patients.
Specific Interests Include:
- Mycosis Fungoides
- Cutaneous Lymphoma
- Melanoma
- Dermoscopy
- Skin Cancer Surveillance
Dr Dean Choong
MBBS, FACD
Dr Dean Choong is an Australian specialist dermatologist. He graduated from medical school at The University of Western Australia, and completed his specialty training through The Australasian College of Dermatologists.
Dr Choong has worked and trained at all of the major tertiary hospitals in Perth. He was selected to work internationally at the prestigious National Skin Centre in Singapore as a Clinical Fellow in 2023. In 2021, he was named as the Junior Doctor of the Year by the Australian Medical Association (WA), in recognition of his dedication to patient care and his contributions to the wider community.
Dr Choong is experienced in both medical and surgical dermatology. He is committed to providing holistic, patient-centred care and keeps up-to-date with the latest dermatological advances by regularly attending local and international conferences. He has published his research widely in leading dermatology journals and also contributes as a journal reviewer. Dr Choong holds Adjunct Clinical Lecturer positions at The University of Western Australia and Curtin University Medical School.
Outside of dermatology, he enjoys cooking, keeping fit, and playing music.
Memberships:
- European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
- PsoriasisInternational Society of Paediatric Dermatology
- Australasian Society of Cosmetic and Procedural Dermatologists
Dr Georgia Farrah
MBBS, FACD
Dr Georgia Farrah is a specialist Dermatologist. After completing a Bachelor of Science, Dr Farrah graduated Medicine with Honours from The University of Western Australia in 2014. She gained broad experience working at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, including as a Medical Registrar.
She commenced her Dermatology training in 2019 in Melbourne, working at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital and The Royal Children's Hospital. She returned to her home state of Western Australia for the remainder of her Dermatology training in 2020, working across Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth Children's Hospital and Fiona Stanley Hospital.
Dr Farrah is accepting new referrals, and is keen to manage both adult and paediatric patients.
Specialty Interests Include:
- Medical Dermatology
- Biologic Therapy
Practice Nurses
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