Dr Kevin Phan

Dr Kevin Phan is a consultant dermatologist who has undertaken specialist training with the Australasian College of Dermatologists. He has a strong academic foundation solidified by broad experience across medical, surgical and evidence-based dermatology. 

Kevin began his medical career with a profound curiosity for how the human body works. This drive led him to pursue multiple tertiary degrees fortunately supported by prestigious scholarships:

Education & Selected Awards 

Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists 

• American Academy of Dermatology International Scholarship 

• Eli Lilly Healthcare Provider Scholarship 

Master of Surgery 

• Research Training Program Scholarship 

• Higher Degree Research Completion Scholarship 

Master of Philosophy 

• Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship 

Master of Science 

• Victor Chang Research Scholarship 

Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Advanced Science 

• Outstanding Achievement Scholarship 

• Dean’s List of Academic Excellence 

• University of Sydney Academic Merit Prize 

• James Aitken Scholarship

• Nemettallah & Kamle Habib Family Scholarship

Kevin’s passion for Dermatology comes from its blend of foundational science, complex medical reasoning and procedural skill. 

He enjoys all areas of the specialty, with interests in:

• Early skin cancer detection & prevention 

• Excision of skin cancers (BCC, SCC, melanoma)

• Flap and graft surgical repairs

• Acne (including isotretinoin), Rosacea 

• Eczema, psoriasis (including biologics therapies such as dupilumab)

• Alopecia/ hair loss

• Urticaria

• Pruritus, itch 

• Intralesional therapies for scars

• Narrowband Phototherapy (including for vitiligo, psoriasis, eczema, itch)

As a strong believer in lifelong learning, Kevin remains actively involved in research. He has published widely with over 100 globally peer-reviewed publications, presented at both national and international conferences, and co-authored textbook chapters. 

Kevin has also served as a sub-investigator on several clinical trials in psoriasis, eczema and alopecia areata, focusing on biologics and next-generation dermatology medicines. 

His ongoing academic engagement keeps him at the forefront of emerging treatments, ensuring his patients receive best practice care based on the most current medical evidence.

Kevin values a holistic approach to skin disease, understanding that many internal diseases can manifest on the skin. His broad medical background enables him to collaborate with GPs and other specialists to ensure comprehensive, coordinated patient care.

Kevin is committed to supporting timely access to specialist review. 

• Urgent potential skin cancer referrals are welcomed and will be triaged with priority 

• Prompt correspondence to support shared care with the GP specialists and referrers