Doctor John Adams is a registered specialist dermatologist. A dermatologist is a medical specialist who deals with all diseases of the skin and mucous membranes.
He has completed a medical degree and done 8 years of further study including internal medicine and surgery. He also has a International Diploma Dermoscopy (IDD) with Distinction
Dr Adams deals with many conditions including:
• Rashes of all types - allergic, medication induced and those due to internal illness
• Eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis
• Acne, complexion and cosmetic problems
• Ultraviolet (sun) damage of the skin and prevention
• Skin cancers- diagnosis, digital imaging and treatment
• Cryotherapy and mole removal
• Healthcare and products for skin
• Sexually transmitted infections and genital problems
All patients are welcome:
• Tots to Teens
• Timids to Tearaways
• Trieds to Testeds
Qualifications:
• MB ChB with undergraduate prize in dermatology
• Fellow Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)
• Fellow Australasian College of Dermatologists (FACD)
• Fellow International Society for Study of Vulvovaginal Diseases
Appointments:
• Dermatologist Wellington District Health Board
• Visiting Specialist Wellington Sexual Health Clinic ‘Generic'
• Combined Skin Cancer Clinic DHB hospital picture
• Member of Cancer Standards InstituteDr John Adams has a number of special interest areas. Key areas of interest include the treatment of: fungal infections, sexually transmitted diseases, and skin cancer