Dr. Michael Freeman

Dermatologist

Associate Professor Michael Freeman is The Skin Centre’s founding Dermatologist specializing in cosmetic and laser dermatology. Originally graduating from The University of Queensland in 1979, he has more than 40 years’ experience in the medical field.

In addition to his position at The Skin Centre, Dr. Freeman is the Director of Dermatology at the Gold Coast University Hospital, a visiting Dermatologist at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, and is an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Bond University. While a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, he is also a member of the Skin and Cancer Foundation Australia and an international member of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Freeman helps to diagnose and treat people with a range of dermatological conditions and contributes greatly to the field through teaching and research. He is particularly interested in advancing the use of specialized lasers, educating other dermatologists and leading more than a dozen clinical trials in this particular area.

The Skin Centre has been an investigative site for clinical trials on psoriasis, actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, atopic dermatitis and many other dermatological conditions. Due to his extensive clinical experience, Dr. Freeman is often invited to lecture on topics in dermatology. In addition, Dr. Freeman’s involvement in clinical trials has allowed him to publish many articles in peer-reviewed journals.

The Skin Centre

The Skin Centre was founded over 20 years ago by leading dermatologist, Dr. Michael Freeman. They started as a small medical office, focusing exclusively on medical conditions of the skin, hair and nails. As a recognized leader and pioneer of laser procedures, Dr. Michael Freeman has been at the forefront of integrating medical dermatology and cosmetics. In recent years, The Skin Centre has expanded and is now home to a growing and diverse team of dermatologists, doctors, registered nurses, dermal technicians, administrative and professional staff. As a full-service dermatology practice, they offer the best, medically proven services and products for all skin types and conditions. The ever-changing landscape of medical research and scientific discoveries, help The Skin Centre better tailor individualized solutions for their patients. The Skin Centre has engaged in clinical trials for several years in an effort to give patients exposure to the latest scientifically backed methods for skin treatment and care. The clinical trials team works towards finding new options for patients with chronic and debilitating skin conditions. Their work in this area is not only rewarding for the team, but can be life-altering for patients selected for the trials, many of whom have given up hope of leading a normal life due to their condition.