How do I choose a good sunscreen?
Posted by Dr Lily Vrtik
on 1 August 2021
There are so many sunscreens on the market, it is often very difficult to know which one to buy. Studies have shown that sun protection is essential, especially at an early age for prevention of sk...
| Posted in:Skin Cancers |
Melanoma Staging - What is the difference between Level and Stage?
Posted by Dr Lily Vrtik
on 11 July 2021
When one is first diagnosed with a Melanoma, it is often associated with anxiety and distress. What does this mean? Many will ask. Melanoma has been depicted by social media, general media and the ...
| Posted in:Skin Cancersplastic surgeryMelanomaSkin |
Should I be worried about skin cancers?
Posted by Dr Lily Vrtik
on 2 May 2021
 "Should I be worried about skin cancers?")
Australia has the highest incidence of Skin Cancers, and unfortunately, Queensland has the most number of cases in Australia. Risks of skin cancer include: Skin Type, Sun Exposure, Sun Protection, ...
| Posted in:FaceSkin |
TGA Suspension of Textured Implants
Posted by Dr Lily Vrtik
on 2 February 2020
Today (11th July), TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) has proposed regulatory actions to susped or cancel texture breast implants. It is a proposal only, NO DECISION has been made to suspend AN...
| Posted in:Breast implantsBreast |
Breast Implant Related Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
Posted by Dr Lily Vrtik
on 1 February 2019
 "Breast Implant Related Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma")
What is BIA-ALCL?
This is a rare form of lymphoma that develops adjacent to breast implants. It is difficult to be certain about the absolute risk because not all implants used are registere...
| Posted in:plastic surgeryBreast implantsBreast |
