Melanoma and Skin Cancer Clinic

Dr O’Donohue offers expert surgical management of melanoma and advanced skin cancers, with a focus on early intervention and complete excision.  Dr O'Donohue specialises in: 

Melanoma and Non melanotic skin cancer

• Melanoma (including sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary and groin dissections)
• Non-melanotic skin cancer
• Excision of benign/malignant soft tissue tumours

Expertise in Skin Grafts and Flap Reconstruction

Some skin cancers, particularly melanomas or larger lesions on the face, scalp, hands or lower legs require more than a simple excision.

Dr O’Donohue has extensive experience in:

• Full and split thickness skin grafts
• Local and regional flap reconstruction
• Managing complex wounds where skin tension, blood supply and cosmetic outcome matter
• Reconstructive techniques that reduce distortion of nearby structures (eyes, lips, nose)
   

These techniques allow for safer healing, better cosmetic outcomes and fewer complications, especially in areas where skin is tight or highly visible.

Specialist Care - Without the Brisbane Drive

Many patients are surprised to learn they can access this level of surgical expertise right here in Toowoomba. By having your skin cancer or melanoma surgery locally, you benefit from:

• No long drives before or after surgery
• Easier follow-up appointments
• Faster access to care
• Surgery performed close to family and support networks
   

For many patients, this means less stress, less disruption and the same standard of care they would expect in a metropolitan centre.