Dr Elizabeth Dawes-Higgs

Dr Elizabeth Dawes-Higgs is a highly skilled dermatologist with a special interest in dermatological conditions such as psoriasis and HS Hidradenitis Suppurativa (recurrent boils). She currently practices in the suburb of Northbridge, Sydney, Australia.

Dr Dawes-Higgs holds an impressive array of qualifications, including a Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from the University of New South Wales, obtained in 1996. She also possesses a Bachelor of Science in Medicine and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering. In addition, she has earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), which she received from the University of Sydney.

Her PhD research was a unique combination of her engineering and dermatology expertise, focusing on the biomechanical properties of skin. She has co-invented a device specifically designed for examining the elastic properties of skin. Dr Dawes-Higgs has contributed to numerous journal articles and has actively participated in conferences globally within the fields of dermatology and engineering. Her research efforts have been recognized and honored with several awards, including the Scheering-Plough Award in 2003 for laboratory-based research and the Outstanding Scientific Poster Award at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australasian College of Dermatologists in 2000.

Dr Dawes-Higgs has played an integral role in academia, serving as a lecturer at both the University of Sydney and New South Wales. She has had the privilege of teaching medical students and dermatology trainees, thereby sharing her expertise and contributing to the advancement of medical education.

In her current professional capacity, Dr Dawes-Higgs operates a successful private practice in Northbridge. Additionally, she serves as a Visiting Medical Officer at the Concord Repatriation General Hospital. Her areas of special interest include skin elasticity and the treatment of common skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and skin cancer management, including photodynamic therapy. Dr Dawes-Higgs is proficient in performing vascular and pigment laser therapy, as well as anti-wrinkle treatments. Furthermore, she acts as the Dermatology Advisor for Women's Health Magazine, where she offers her extensive knowledge and expertise in the field.

With her comprehensive qualifications, research contributions, and commitment to patient care, Dr Elizabeth Dawes-Higgs is a well-respected and accomplished dermatologist in Sydney, Australia.