Our practice

We are committed to providing quality care in a holistic manner with a focus on the individual. Our team will help guide you along your treatment pathway, and provide all information required to make an informed choice about your ongoing care. We encourage our patients to ask questions and be an active participant in their treatment. We respect our patient’s privacy and ensure utmost discretion at all times.

Learn more about your doctors and the team

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Your doctors

Dr Nikki Elkerton

BMedSci MBBS FRACGP DipSkinCancerMed/Surg (SCCA)

Nikki is a graduate of the University of Tasmania and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).

Nikki worked for 13 years as a general practitioner in Tasmania and the United Kingdom and in that time developed a special interest in the diagnosis and management of skin cancer. Nikki completed certificates in skin cancer management and dermatoscopy through the Skin Cancer College Australasia (SCCA), and began assisting a plastic surgeon in plastic and reconstructive surgery to learn more about skin cancer surgery, particularly the use of skin flaps and skin grafts. Since 2010, Nikki has worked full-time in the area of skin cancer treatment.

Nikki has achieved a Diploma of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery from the Skin Cancer College Australasia and is continuing to study. Nikki is involved in teaching GPs dermatoscopy and skin cancer management.

Nikki uses a holistic approach to the management of skin cancers, involving evidence-based preventative medicine, along with non-surgical and surgical treatments as indicated.

AHPRA registration number: MED0001388598

Dr Andrew Castley

BMedSci (Hons) MBBS (Hons) FRACS (Plast)

Dr Andrew Castley graduated from the University of Tasmania with honours in 2000 and commenced his training in Plastic Surgery in Queensland in 2008. He obtained his fellowship in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2012, returning to Hobart with his family to commence work at the Royal Hobart Hospital and private practice. He is the Director of the Tasmanian Burns Unit and a senior educator in burns though his work with EMSB and ANZBA. Through this association with ANZBA, Dr Castley also undertakes work with InterPlast providing education and surgical outreach work in the Pacific, primarily in Fiji. Dr Castley’s main surgical interests are the treatments of skin cancer, hand surgery and breast surgery.

AHPRA registration number: MED0000936044

The team

Practice Manager Louise Bardwell

Louise has worked in the health industry for over 20 years. She has held a variety of positions in Tasmanian Hospitals and specialist practices. Since 2006 she has worked in the plastic and reconstructive area as Practice Manager. She delivers service with compassion and quality care to our patients.

Clinical Nurse Co‑ordinator Janelle Vickery

Janelle Vickery, Clinical Nurse Co-ordinator

Janelle is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years’ experience in many different areas of nursing. She enjoys being part of the Macquarie Plastic Surgery collaborative team assisting patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Practice Nurse Alice Fischer

Alice is a Registered Nurse with 25 years’ experience working as a practice nurse for plastic surgery clinics in Adelaide, Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. She has a special interest in wound care and enjoys assisting patients pre and post operatively with all aspects of their care.

Medical Administration Jo Deak

Jo has previous administration experience in surgical oncology and a variety of departments for numerous years at the Royal Hobart Hospital. Jo will ensure you have the information and appointments you need in a kind and compassionate manner.

Medical Administration Ava Krzyzanowski

Ava Krzyzanowski, Medical Administration

Ava comes from a background of hospital administration including involvement in accreditation processes. Ava has a keen interest in plastic surgery and aesthetics. Her caring nature will ensure that you receive excellent patient care.