About Us

Helios Skin Cancer Clinic

We aim to provide a comprehensive service to help protect you from skin cancer.
We focus on on prevention, early detection and prompt treatment of melanoma and other cancers of the skin.
Having a thorough skin check should be a comfortable experience for all patients. We perform a head-to-toe check, allowing time for a thorough examination and to answer any questions you may have.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Cancer can be a frightening disease, and often causes significant anxiety.  At all times, patients should feel that they have time to ask questions and be heard.
Biopsies are generally done on the same day if required, to expedite diagnosis.  
Should treatments be recommended, we will talk through medical and surgical options with you.
Where necessary, we refer externally to Specialist doctors for management.

Dr Paddy McLisky

Paddy is a general practitioner with a special interest, additional qualifications and 10 years experience in skin cancer detection and medical/surgical treatment. 
He graduated from Medicine at Flinders University of South Australia in 2004 and has worked as a doctor in Byron Bay, Mullumbimby, Bangalow, Ballina, Lismore and Tweed Heads. He is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and has undertaken additional training in Skin Cancer Medicine/Surgery and Anaesthesia.
Paddy grew up in the Northern Rivers and loves the outdoor life which is possible in this beautiful part of the world. He has had personal experience of melanoma and understands the challenges of protecting skin whilst enjoying the outdoors throughout the year.
He is passionate about providing quality care outside of metropolitan regions and believes that living outside of major cities should not be a major barrier to excellent medical care.

Dr Jamie Pearce

Jamie is a general practitioner sub-specialised in skin cancer. 
He has several years experience, working full time as a skin cancer physician for the last 2 years in Melbourne, Albury and Sydney before moving to Byron in late 2023.

He has formal training from the University of Queensland in advanced diagnostics and therapeutics of skin cancer, along with a distinction in a post graduate diploma of dermatology from the Queen Mary University of London. Embarking on the research phase of a master's degree in skin cancer medicine, Jamie has access to world leading academics for second opinions.

He's passionate about early detection of skin cancers, taking a meticulous approach to skin checks. He strives for a patient centred approach to treatment, and has experience in more complex surgical procedures.

Jamie was born in London and trained in the UK, before moving to Australia to advance his career in skin cancer medicine.

Dr Owain Roberts

Owain Roberts graduated from Cardiff (UK) in 2006 and arrived in Australia in 2012. He moved to the Northern Rivers with his family in 2022 which he happily now calls his home.
He has been working in the skin cancer field since 2016. 
His qualifications include a diploma in practical dermatology and advanced certificate in skin cancer medicine, surgery and dermoscopy.