Dr Paul Coxon

MBBS, Masters of Medicine (Skin Cancer), Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor (SCCA), FRACGP

Paul grew up in Townsville and was part of the second ever cohort at the school of medicine in 2001. After time in the hospital system in Cairns, Gold Coast, Mt Isa and Townsville he began general practice training in 2011. Throughout his 10 years in General Practice he became increasingly interested and busy with skin cancer and melanoma management so undertook further training and qualifications in skin cancer. It has become a field he is particularly passionate about and now works full time in the field of skin cancer and melanoma medicine and surgery. This includes diagnostics and screening with the use of dermoscopy and dermal imaging as well as management including both non-operative medical therapies as well as surgery including complex flaps and grafts. Patient education also forms an important part of our management as if you understand and are confident in our management then outcomes are better.

As a North Queensland local he understands our unique lifestyle, climate and geography. With skin cancer rates the highest in the world, we are at the forefront of management. He’s passionate about staying abreast of gold standard practice and providing our patients with the latest advancements in therapy. This includes undertaking research to further contribute to the field and research at NQSC has made its way to publications. He is a senior lecturer at James Cook University and enjoys passing on his knowledge and experience to medical students and junior doctors.

Outside of medicine he enjoys the North Queensland lifestyle (though am always sun smart).  He has a young family with three children that keeps him busy. An avid cyclist, you may see him on the road early in the morning in lycra (please don’t hit me). He enjoys following most sports in particular our very own North Queensland Cowboys, as well as the Carlton Blues and Queensland Reds. He  enjoys travel (though children have put the brakes on that a tad), good food and COFFEE!!

Dr John McCabe

MBBS, FRACGP, Masters of Medicine (Skin Cancer), Dip Skin Cancer Medicine, Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor (SCCA)

John grew up in Roma and moved to Townsville to complete his medical training at James Cook University with a rural and tropical focus. He has been working as a General Practitioner in the region for over 10 years and is experienced in all aspects of general medicine. During this period, he observed the increasing burden skin cancer had on his patients and undertook additional training to meet his patient’s needs.

Dr McCabe holds a Master’s degree in Skin Cancer Medicine from The University of Queensland and a Diploma of skin cancer medicine through Health Cert. He is also an accredited member of the of Skin Cancer College of Australasia. He enjoys continuing education particularly in the field of skin cancer medicine and is excited to be working alongside others with the same passion.    

Dr McCabe is highly motivated and treats all his patients with the utmost level of care and respect, providing comprehensive skin checks and treatments aided by state-of-the-art equipment and leading-edge technology.

A family man and proud Townsville local, Dr McCabe prides himself as being a down to earth, kind and approachable Doctor. He understands patients in the North Queensland climate are at a high risk of developing melanoma and says; “Skin cancers can be difficult to detect, making some of them hard to identify with the naked eye. If you’re concerned about a possible skin cancer, come and see me for an expert opinion”.  

Let North Queensland Skin Centre empower you to be vigilant about monitoring changes to your skin so that we may detect and remove skin cancer before it becomes troublesome.

Dr Phoebe Chisnall

FRACGP, MBBS, Adv Cert Skin Cancer Medicine Surgery, Accredited Skin Cancer Practitioner (SCCA), Adv Clin Cert Dermoscopy (hons)

Phoebe grew up on a dairy farm on the Atherton Tablelands and moved to Townsville to complete her basic medical training at JCU. After graduation, she worked in various regional and rural towns across North Queensland and obtained her GP fellowship through the RACGP.

She soon developed a keen interest in skin cancer medicine and pursued further clinical experience working at dedicated skin clinics in Cairns and Townsville, as well as completing further study through the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, becoming an accredited skin cancer practitioner.

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children and enjoying everything the North Queensland lifestyle has to offer.

Dr Nathan Milani

MBBS, FRACGP, Diploma of Child Health, Advanced Clinical Certificate of Dermoscopy, Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery, Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor (SCCA)

Nathan was born and raised in North Queensland, originally hailing from a sugar cane farm in the Burdekin. He attended James Cook University and graduated in 2010. Following several years of training at The Townsville University Hospital in both General Surgery and Plastic Surgery, Nathan completed the Diploma of Children’s Health in 2014 before finishing his Fellowship of General Practice in 2015. With a keen interest and experience in surgery, Nathan has spent time undertaking considerable training in skin cancer medicine and holds Certificates in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery, Advanced Certificate in Dermoscopy, Advanced Skin Cancer Surgery training and is an accredited Skin Cancer Doctor. Nathan is accredited and is an active member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia (SCCA) and continues to further his knowledge in this ever evolving field. As a North Queenslander he embraces the tropical north, outdoor lifestyle, and is passionate about the management of sun damage and skin cancer in North Queensland residents.

Outside of being a Doctor, Nathan is a fanatical game fisherman and enjoys boating, spearfishing, golf and spending time with his wife and beautiful young family.

Taking bookings from the beginning of June 2023.

Dr Holly McComiskie

Certificate of Dermoscopy, Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine (SCCA)

Born in Townsville and raised in Cairns, Dr Holly McComiskie, is returning to Townsville in 2024. A proud JCU Bachelor of Medicine graduate, Holly discovered a passion for treating skin cancer early in her career and after completing General Practice training, made the decision to practice exclusively in skin cancer medicine. With a commitment to excellence and passion for continuous learning, Holly holds a Certificate of Dermoscopy and Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine from SCCA and is completing the advanced skin cancer course with SCCA in 2024. 

Lyndie (EEN)

Enrolled Nurse

Meet our lovely Nurse Lyndie!

Lyndie has worked in Nursing in a variety of different fields over the last 30 years.

For the last 16 years she has worked within the Skin Cancer field. She has also completed training in Cosmetic Nursing.

We are so excited to welcome her to our NQSC team and we look forward to her sharing her experience and knowledge. If you see her around the practice make sure you say hi!