How to decide if Lipoma Removal is right for you? What is a lipoma?  Lipomas are soft, fatty lumps that grow under the skin. Lipomas are not cancer. Cancerous tumours of the fat cells are called liposarcomas. They are a type of soft tissue sarcoma. It is very rare for...

 COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO SKIN CANCER Skin cancer — the abnormal growth of skin cells — most often develops on skin exposed to the sun. But this common form of cancer can also occur on areas of your skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight. There are three major types of...

WHY WOULD YOU HAVE FAT TRANSFER TO BREAST Why would you have fat transfer to breast? (fat transfer) is a technique whereby fat is taken from one part of your body and injected into another area. In my practice, I primary perform fat transfer to breast. A fat transfer...

WHY SHOULD YOU SEE A SKIN CANCER SPECIALIST IN AUCKLAND? New Zealand, including Auckland, has some of the highest levels of UV radiation in the world due to its geographical location and thinner ozone layer. Prolonged exposure to UV rays significantly increases the...

CIGARETTES AND VAPING-IMPACT ON PLASTIC SURGERY PROCEDURES In recent years, vaping has gained popularity as an alternative to cigarette smoking. While many people consider it a safer option, its impact on general health and the success of surgery, remains a topic of...

WHAT HAPPENS DURING SKIN CANCER REMOVAL? What to expect at your appointment On your first visit, you usually have a full skin examination. Dr Mackenzie the decide if and how a skin lesion needs to be treated. Your care and treatment depends on the type cancer you...