A bit about me...
I am a qualified Dermal Clinician with a Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Clinical Dermal Therapies from Victoria University (VU) in Melbourne, Australia.
I have been a member of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians (ASDC) since 2008, and part of the elected committee from 2010 til 2015.
During my 15 years industry experience, I have worked at a prominent Skin Clinic and Surgery in Muenster (Germany), where I specialized in Permanent Hair Removal with Electroepilation; Therapeutic Acne Treatments; Chemical Peels; General Skin Treatments for sun damaged & aged skin as well as the management and treatment of various disorders related to the skin, including Medical Pedicures, Scarring, Rosacea & Eczema.
In working closely with Dermatologists, Plastic Surgeons and Nurses, I gained an exceptional drive for therapeutically correcting disorders related to the skin and my dream to work more medically with anything skin related grew bigger and bigger.
I came to Australia in 2006 with the intention to work and travel. In 2007 I heard about the Bachelor degree in Dermal Therapy and enrolled in 2008.
Since I came back to Australia to complete the Bachelor Degree in Clinical Dermal Therapies, I have been working in a well-known Skin Clinic in Malvern, Victoria, where I specialized in medical grade skin treatments with therapeutic active products and high quality medical Laser and Pulse Light equipment. I have successfully treated patients with various skin disorders including Acne, Scarring, Pigmentation, Rosacea, Vascular problems of the face, neck and body as well as aged and sun damaged Skin (loss of laxity and function). I have also increased my specialty in podiatric treatments such as medical pedicures, Onychomycosis (Fungal infections of the nail) treatments and Wart removal on hands and feet with Lasers.
From 2013 to 2016 I have lectured in the Dermal Science program at Victoria University, as well as offering specialized services like treating aging skin, solar damage, management of rosacea and acne, scar minimization, treatment of leg veins and vascular disorders, as well as advanced laser therapy for nail onychomycosis (fungal infections) and warts on hands and feet.
We moved to Bairnsdale in 2013 and I opened my very own Skin and Laser Clinic MediSkin in 2014 at the Bairnsdale health & Wellness Center.
In 2018 and 2019 I have successfully completed the PlasM Practitioner and Matrix training courses in Fibroblast Plasma Treatments in Germany.
I have attended multiple educational workshops, seminars & conferences, am interested in growing my knowledge regarding skin & health and strive to achieve optimal results with maximum patient satisfaction.
I am a strong believer in continuous education and evidence based research and practice and have a real passion for anything skin related.
Friendly Greetings
Linda Wans BHSc CDT
WHAT is a Dermal Clinician?
A Dermal Clinician is a graduate of Victoria University, Melbourne who has successfully completed the Bachelor of Health Science Degree in Dermal Therapies and is a financial member of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians (ASDC). This unique degree as well as the ASDC have been specially designed to cover the need for qualified and registered training and education in the area of non surgical skin treatments and the operation and understanding of lasers and light based equipment in the Skin industry.
Dermal Clinicians are specifically qualified and trained to the highest level to administer and assist in medical and aesthetic cosmetic and skin care treatments.
As well as providing advanced cosmetic treatments such as light based hair removal, chemical peels and Microdermabrasions, they also assist in the management of Post Operative, Dermal and Scar conditions.
WHY would I see a Dermal Clinician?
Today's modern society and the constant emergence of new and advanced technologies and products in the aesthetic industry has increased the need for appropriate training, qualification and registration .
Dermal Clinicians are trained to the highest degree and follow strict protocols and guidelines when performing therapeutic/remedial treatments.
A dedication to evidence based practice and the maintaining of continuous education is a minimum standard for every Dermal Clinician.
Unfortunately in Australia there is no exact regulations for the Dermal Therapy and aesthetic skin industry and therefore a lot of practitioners do not have the necessary qualifications to perform treatments in a safe and successful manner. Therefore make sure to ask your practitioner for proof of training & qualifications by nationally accredited university or training institution (e.g University degree, Light & laser safety training) as well as the type and quality of equipment (medical grade).
A thorough consultation, consents & test patching are some of the signatures of a Dermal Clinician.
If you would like to know more please click here.
Dermal Clinicians are trained to the highest degree and follow strict protocols and guidelines when performing therapeutic/remedial treatments.
A dedication to evidence based practice and the maintaining of continuous education is a minimum standard for every Dermal Clinician.
Unfortunately in Australia there is no exact regulations for the Dermal Therapy and aesthetic skin industry and therefore a lot of practitioners do not have the necessary qualifications to perform treatments in a safe and successful manner. Therefore make sure to ask your practitioner for proof of training & qualifications by nationally accredited university or training institution (e.g University degree, Light & laser safety training) as well as the type and quality of equipment (medical grade).
A thorough consultation, consents & test patching are some of the signatures of a Dermal Clinician.
If you would like to know more please click here.
Useful Links:
Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians
http://www.dermalclinicians.com.au
Victoria University - Dermal Science
http://www.vu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-health-science-dermal-therapies-hbtd
http://www.dermalclinicians.com.au
Victoria University - Dermal Science
http://www.vu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-health-science-dermal-therapies-hbtd
Linda Wans BHSc CDT