Mr Deshan Sebaratnam
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (Hons)
Master of Medicine (Clinical Epidemiology)
Specialty Certificate in Dermatology (British Association of Dermatologists)
International Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology
Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London)
Baulkham Hills High School: UAI 99.95
University of New South Wales: MBBS (Hons)
University of Sydney: MMed (Clin Epi)
Australasian College of Dermatologists: FACD
Royal College of Physicians (London): FRCP
Conjoint Associate Professor Deshan Sebaratnam completed his medical degree at the University of New South Wales graduating with Honours. He completed his residency at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital before selection into the specialist training program of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. As a dermatology registrar, he completed rotations at Westmead Hospital, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, The Skin Hospital, St Vincent's Hospital and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. He also received the Australasian College of Dermatologists' scholarship to complete a year of training at St John's Institute of Dermatology London as a Clinical Fellow.
After successfully qualifying as a dermatologist he embarked on the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network Paediatric Dermatology Fellowship. During his two year Fellowship, A/Professor Sebaratnam attended general and subspeciality clinics in paediatric dermatology at The Children's Hospital Westmead, Sydney Children's Hospital, Hospital Niño Jesus in Madrid and UCSF in California, as well as having worked at the Evelina Children's Hospital in London.
A/Professor Sebaratnam has his Specialty Certificate in Dermatology from the British Association of Dermatology and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (London). He is an International Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.
He has a strong background in research, having multiple international peer-reviewed journal publications and having presented his research locally and internationally. He also has a dedicated interest in teaching, offering lectures to medical students, junior doctors, dermatology registrars and general practitioners.
He works as a Staff Specialist at Liverpool Hospital and VMO at Dubbo Base Hospital.
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- Teaching and Supervision
World Congress of Dermatology Rising Star
NSW Premier's Award Finalist
International Society of Dermatology Mentorship
Australasian College of Dermatologists Adrian Johnson Memorial Prize
European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Fostering Dermatology Resident Grant
Eli Lilly Sponsored Healthcare Provider Scholarship
European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Imrich Sarkany Scholarship
Australasian College of Dermatologists Eileen Collins Memorial Prize
Australasian College of Dermatologists Research Fellowship
Australasian Dermatopathology Society Brenan Prize
Australasian College of Dermatologists F&E Bauer Foundation Scholarship
European Society for Dermatology Research Travel Grant
University of New South Wales Dean’s List
University of New South Wales Tom Gibian Prize
Australian Students Prize
Sunrise: Weekend Sunrise
New York Post: Fury as Dior launches skincare line for babies
ABC: Teens need sunscreen not retinol
Today Extra:Why you should avoid popping pimples
Today Extra:Are beef fat facials good for your skin?
News.com:Aussies flout rules for sexy quest
Mamamia:Welcome to the booming business of 'butt care'
Marie Clare: LED light masks could be the answer to your skin woes
ABC: Anti-aging skincare products claim to slow the effects of aging. But do they work?
Seven Prime News: Information Campaign
The Guardian: How to cut down cosmetic waste
ABC News: Eczema's hidden toll leaves patients in excruciating pain and thousands of dollars out of pocket
The Australian: Urgent warning about tanning product
SBS News:Experts warn about skincare trends
Marie Claire: How to get rid of acne scars according to a dermatologist
Elle: Can you eat your retinol
News.com.au: Best cleansing balms, oils to add to your skincare
Mamamia: When to worry about your birthmarks
9Honey: Dermatologist's warning about 'natural' skin care products
Body and Soul: Everything we know about boosting collagen in your face
Yahoo News: Woman's TikTok video details her horrific reaction to lime juice
Mamamia: Tanning Injections: what you need to know
Marie Claire: These LED Light Masks could be the end to your skin woes
Body and Soul: How hybrid skincare is changing the game
The Australian:Popular 'Barbie drug' sparks damning warning
Medscape: Metaanalysis: five biologics perform strongly in children with psoriasis
Body and Soul: Did you know your skin can be hungover too?
9 News: 'Barbie drug': Dangerous nasal spray TikTok trend prompts new TGA warning
Elle:Are UV nail lamps bad for you?
Body and Soul: It's time to unveil your best summer skin
Yahoo News: Mum's urgent warning after son gets burns and blisters from common fruit
9Honey: An expert's guide to sun protection for babies
Sydney Morning Herald: Common skincare habits wreaking havoc on your skin
Body and Soul: How to biohack your skin for winter
Sydney Morning Herald: When Lauren started using hand sanitiser, she lost her skin, hair and nearly died
Men's Health: Here's Why Your Skin Gets Horny In Winter
Sydney Morning Herald: 'Exfoliating isn't necessary' and other male skincare myths
Essential baby: 'Here comes the sun: an expert's guide to skin protection for babies
Body and Soul: 'Got a hairy situation? We've got you covered
ABC Radio: Breakfast with Josh Szeps
Sydney Morning Herald: Dermatologists doubt claims of 'anti-pollution' cosmetics
Body and Soul:Everything we know about boosting collagen in your face
Sydney Morning Herald: Can a fancy steam cupboard wean us off our addiction to washing clothes?
The Age: Do you need to wash your face?
Sydney Morning Herald: What is the difference between laser treatments?
ABC Life: Five ways to avoid sweating through your clothes this summer
Sydney Morning Herald: Mayne making progress on anti-cancer cream
The Age: What are adaptogens?
Catalyst:Skin Clinic
Sydney Morning Herald:The next demographic to get a skincare routine? Kids
The Age:You should really be applying sunscreen when you're inside
Sydney Morning Herald:Should you be adding this metal to your skincare routine?
Today:Summer warning
Body and Soul:Should you replace your deodorant with a lemon?
Sydney Morning Herald: Is there really anything wrong with using walnut scrub?
Daily Telegraph: How alcohol affects your body as your get older
2GB:Chris Smith
Mammamia: There are 6 different types of pimples. Here's how to spot each kind.
10 daily:What Your Nails Can Tell You About Your Health
7 news: Mum bathes son in bleach due to rare skin condition
Body and Soul: Have you exfoliated your skin to smithereens?
Mamamia: Absolutely everything you need to know about how to get rid of pimples
10daily: Some hard truths about stretch marks
7 news: Acne linked to higher risk of depression
Hit 93.5 Dubbo: Pippa and Jimi
Mammamia: What a dermatologist wants you to know about the latest blackhead-removing beauty hack.
Medical Journal of Australia: More than skin deep
Australian Doctor: Amid the hype, doctor declares: Don’t ditch the dermoscope
Mamamia: People are drinking their own urine. But should you?
10daily: Why soap bars are suddenly making a comeback
Mamamia: How to get rid of pimples (acne): Everything you need to know.
The Dermatologist: PUVA or NBUVB for Mycosis Fungoides?
Mamamia: The Ordinary's new Squalane cleanser sold out in hours. But what is squalane and is it any good?.
The Age: Should you be adding seamoss to your smoothie?
Body and Soul: Turns out your skin can be 'horny' too
My Research Supervision
Doctor of Medicine (Independent Learning Project & Honours) candidates
Master of Philosophy candidates
My Teaching
medical students, dermatology registrars, doctors-in-training, general practitioners