Information for Referrers

Frontier Dermatology is a specialist dermatology practice in Charlestown treating medical, surgical and cosmetic skin conditions. We welcome referrals from general practitioners and other specialists across the Hunter New England region.
Current Status

Dermatologist Availability

Extensive wait times necessitated the difficult decision for all three dermatologists to close books. However, acne referrals are still accepted by Dr Lamrock and Dr Thornton and Dr Barrett still accepts referrals for Mohs surgery.

Dr Edwina Lamrock
MBBS (Hons) FACD
Closed books, March 2026
Dr Lamrock continues to accept referrals for acne clinics.
Dr Alicia Thornton
MBBS (Hons) FACD
Closed books, August 2025
Dr Thornton continues to accept referrals for acne clinics.
Dr Thomas Barrett
MBBS FACD
Closed books, March 2026
Dr Barrett continues to accept referrals for Mohs surgery. All referrals for consideration for Mohs surgery must include details of biopsy, photographs, histopathology reports, and confirmation of private health coverage.

We understand these notices pose considerable challenges and appreciate your patience as we manage demand. Specialist availability is scheduled for future review and will be updated as availability changes. Thank you for your support.

Referral Pathways

Referrals can be sent via any of the following methods. All referrals are triaged for urgency by dermatologists. If the referral is urgent, please contact us directly by phone.

Medical Objects / HealthLink
Electronic referral via secure messaging
Preferred method for GP software integration
Phone
8:30 – 4:30, Monday to Friday
Fax
(02) 4088 8086

Please ask your patient to call Frontier Dermatology to coordinate bookings as we do not arrange appointments via email.

What We Treat

Scope of Practice

Dermatologists provide diagnosis and management across the full scope of dermatology. Common referral presentations include:

Medical Dermatology
Acne and acne scarring
Eczema and atopic dermatitis
Psoriasis
Scar management
Hyperhidrosis
Rosacea
Hair loss (alopecia)
Contact dermatitis and allergy testing
Nail conditions
Paediatric dermatology
Phototherapy (narrowband UVB)
Biologic therapies
Surgical Dermatology
Skin cancer diagnosis and management
Mohs micrographic surgery
Excisions and biopsies
Special Interests
Paediatric dermatology (Dr Thornton)
Mohs Micrographic surgery (Dr Barrett)
Severe acne (Dr Lamrock)
OptimaScan - AI powered 3D total body photography - Coming soon
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