Dr Amit Verma (Dermatologist)

Name

Dr Amit Kumar Verma

Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery Monash University Australia 2009

Bachelor of Medical Science (Hons) Monash University / King's College Lodnon London 2008

Fellowship of The Australasian College of Dermatologists FACD 2015

Fellow of American College of Mohs Surgeons ACMS/ACD 2018

Occupation

Consultant Dermatologist

Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Specialist

Gender

Male

Medical Specialties

Dermatology

Skin Cancer Detection

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Minimally invasive skin cancer surgery

https://www.skincancerdaysurgery.com.au/

https://ballaratsurgicentre.com.au/

Skin Cancer Day Surgery, Ashwood - 03 9888 3590

Ballarat Surgicentre - 03 5303 0190

Dr Amit Verma is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists. Amit completed his dermatology training in major Victorian hospitals including St Vincent’s Hospital and The Alfred Hospital. He attained a highly sought after scholarship allowing him to complete a Clinical Fellowship at the prestigious St John’s Institute of Dermatology (London), where he worked with world leading experts in skin cancer, surgery, genetic skin disorders, eczema, psoriasis and acne.

Amit was awarded the inaugural Harvey Rotstein Registrar Award by the Victorian Faculty of Dermatologists in recognition of his clinical excellence, collegiality and integrity over the course of his training.

He is involved in teaching of dermatology trainees and has published several research articles in internationally recognised medical journals.

After working both in private practice and at The Alfred Hospital as a Consultant for two years, Amit completed an additional Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Perth with internationally renowned Mohs Surgeon, Associate Professor Carl Vinciullo. Amit is an Australian-accredited Mohs Micrographic Surgeon and was also recently admitted into the American College of Mohs Surgeons in recognition of his expertise in this area.

Amit works at Skin Cancer Day Surgery in Ashwood and Ballarat Surgicentre. Both centres specialise in skin cancer management – Dermatologists perform skin checks and the subsequent surgery if skin cancers are identified. These centres are the only Victorian skin cancer-only facilities run entirely by Dermatologists and are both accredited Day Surgery facilities.

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What is Mohs Micrographic Surgery?

Mohs surgery is considered the most effective technique for treating many basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs), the two most common types of skin cancer. Sometimes called Mohs Micrographic Surgery, the procedure is done in stages, including lab work, while the patient waits. This allows the removal of all cancerous cells for the highest cure rate while sparing healthy tissue and leaving the smallest possible scar.

This video helps to illustrate the Mohs surgical technique:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=38&v=F6TxdvjPk5I&feature=emb_logo

How do you becomes a Mohs Micrographic Surgeon?

Becoming a Mohs Micrographic Surgeon takes significant time and dedication to the specialty. Only after completing a specialist qualification in Dermatology (becoming a Dermatologist) can a doctor then apply for training as a Mohs Micrographic Surgeon. There is a competitive process to gain entry into a qualified training program which lasts between 1-2 years.

Dr Amit Verma completed his Mohs Micrographic Surgery Fellowship at Oxford Dermatology in Perth under the world renowned Associate Professor Carl Vinciullo and four other Mohs Micrographic Surgeons. Oxford Dermatology in regarded as the leading institute for training Mohs Surgeons around Australia. Amit relocated to Perth for this training, showing his dedication to learning best practice for his patients in Victoria. He has brought these skills back to Victoria for his patients. There are less than 60 qualified Mohs Micrographic Surgeons in the entire of Australia! Dr Verma is an accredited Mohs Micrographic Surgeon in Australia and has also been recognised for his international expertise by the American College of Mohs Surgeons (ACMS) who have welcomed him into their College.

Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery the right thing for me?

Mohs surgery is the gold standard for treating many basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs), including those in cosmetically and functionally important areas around the eyes, nose, lips, ears, scalp, fingers, toes or genitals. Mohs surgery is also recommended for BCCs or SCCs that are large, aggressive or growing rapidly, that have indistinct edges, or have recurred after previous treatment.

If you are diagnosed with skin cancer, Dr Verma will discuss whether Mohs Micrographic Surgery is the best option for you. It is a highly specialised technique that offers unique benefits but is not the only treatment for some skin cancers and your treatment plan will be tailored to your needs. Dr Verma also routinely performs ‘conventional surgery’ for skin cancer so your care will still remain in his hands should you not require Mohs Micrographic Surgery.

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Medical Research and Publications:

 Anthony S, Verma A, Morgan V. A comparison of novel 5-point Botox injection technique vs standard grid technique in the management of axillary hyperhidrosis. Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, May 2019.

 McKelvie P, Lai F, Verma A, Bazargan A. Methotrexate-associated EBV-positive CD20-negative diffuse large B-cell lymphoma localized to skin presenting as multiple chronic lower leg ulcers: a case report and review of the literature. Leukemia and Lymphoma. August 2015. DOI:10.3109/10428194.2015.1049165

 Verma A, Tanchareon C, Tam M, Nixon R. Pustular Contact Dermatitis Caused by Fragrances. Contact Dermatitis, February 2015. DOI: 10.1111/cod.12341

 Lai FYX, Wright A, Verma A, Kelly RI, McKelvie PA. Methotrexate-associated EBV+ diffuse large B-cell lymphoma presenting as multiple ulcerated plaques. 35th Australasian Dermatopathology Society Annual Meeting: Clinicopathological Gems. August 24, 2014.

 Verma Ajai, Verma Abhishek, Verma Amit. Recommendations for surgical management of phyllodes tumours. Poster presented at the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Annual Scientific Congress (Breast Surgery Section), 4-8th May 2015. Perth Exhibition and Convention Centre, Western Australia – Published in supplemental ANZ Journal of Surgery.

 Tancharoen C, Verma A, Johnson D, O' Sullivan P. Hot Tub Folliculitis - case report and review of literature. 35th Australasian Dermatopathology Society Annual Meeting: Clinicopathological Gems. August 24, 2014.

 Tancharoen C, Verma A, Ek E TW, Veitch A. Human Cutaneous Protothecosis - case report and review of literature. 35th Australasian Dermatopathology Society Annual Meeting: Clinicopathological Gems. August 24, 2014.

 Tziotzios C., Petrof G., Liu L., Verma A., Wedgeworth E. , Mellerio J. E. and McGrath J. A. ‘Clinical features and WNT10A mutations in 7 unrelated cases of Schöpf-Schulz-Passarge Syndrome’, British Journal of Dermatology; June 2014. DOI: 10.1111/bjd.13158.

 Verma A., Rashidghamat E., Martinez A., Fassihi H., Sarkany R. ‘Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria: a case where symptoms have been precipitated by an unrelated anaemia’, British Journal of Dermatology; March 2014 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.12945

 Verma A., Martinez A., Webb D., Fassihi H., Sarkany R., ‘Günther’s Disease’ – St John’s Dermatology Society, London (October Meeting, 2013).

 Verma A., Sarkany R., MacMahon E., Whittaker S., Fields P., Robson A, Fassihi H. ‘EBV-induced atypical hydroa vacciniforme’ – Royal Society of Medicine, London (July Meeting, 2013).

 Verma A., Cargnello J. ‘A case of adrenoleukodystrophy illustrating the polygenic basis of androgenetic alopecia’, Australasian College of Dermatology Annual Scientific Meeting, Sydney NSW (2013).

 Verma A. et al., ‘Pharmacokinetic evaluation of dabigatran etexilate’, Expert Opin Drug Metab Toxicol, 2011.

 Verma A. et al, ‘Stop taking warfarin? No way!’ The Medical Journal of Australia, 2009; 191 (10): 577-578.

 Tilling L., Holmes M., Verma A. (2009) ‘Differential effects of radial artery injury and forearm ischaemia on circulating CD133+/CD34+ progenitor cells.’ British Atherosclerosis Society: Autumn Meeting [Poster], 2009; Cambridge, England

 Verma, Ajai & Verma, Amit ‘Careers: Graduate Entry Program’ The London Student Journal of Medicine 2009; Vol. 1: 94-98.

 Verma A. et. al ‘Cancer prevention: A stitch in time saves nine.’ The Lancet Student [eJournal]; 2009 accessible from: http://www.thelancetstudent.com/2009/01/14/cancer-prevention-a-stitch-in-time-saves-nine/

 Verma A. ‘The role of endothelial progenitor cells in arterial structure and function’ [Book]: Published Thesis; 2008

 Verma A. ‘Role of Integrative medicine’. JAIMA [Journal] 2006; Vol. 11, No. 3.

Hospital Affiliations

Skin Cancer Day Surgery, Ashwood

Ballarat Surgicentre, Ballarat

Affiliated Organisations

Australasian College of Dermatologists (ACD)

American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS)

Affiliated Universities

Monash University

King's College, London

Practice Locations

Melbourne

Skin Cancer Day Surgery

Address

Ashwood VIC 3147 
Australia

03 9888 3590

Ballarat

Ballarat Specialist Skin Cancer Centre

Address

Soldiers Hill VIC 3350 
Australia

03 5303 0188