About Us

Dermatologist

Dr Gerrie Becker

Dr. Becker is a South-African trained dermatologist who has completed his primary medical degree (MBChB) and his postgraduate degree (MMed Dermatology) at the University of Pretoria, South Africa. He has been in Private Practice in Pretoria (South Africa) since 1999 before relocating to Lismore, NSW Australia, in January 2009. He has provided a dermatological service in northern NSW (Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Armidale) since then. He became a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatology (FACD) in 2010. He relocated to Coffs Harbour in July 2012.

His main areas of interest are dermatological surgery, psoriasis and inflammatory skin conditions, but he enjoys everything concerning general dermatology. For more specific spheres of practice please have a look under Medical Services.

Dermatologist, Coffs Harbour NSW

Our Nurse

Alyssa Jesiolowski

Alyssa has been working in the Coffs Harbour area as a registered nurse since 2017 and believes in holistic care for all patients. Alyssa’s main area of expertise is in both the medical and surgical management of skin cancers. Alyssa strives towards optimal patient outcomes in all aspects of her care. She loves a challenge when it comes to skin cancer surgery and all forms of wound care.

Alyssa Jesiolowski, Registered Nurse

Our Practice Manager

Estelle Becker

Estelle is a “numbers person”, or more formally, the Practice Manager.  She has been involved in the Medical Profession for many years and is never happier than when she has a project to manage. Estelle has developed an interest in Practice Management and Project Management,  completing a Diploma of Professional Practice Management through UNEP in 2012.

Estelle Becker, Practice Manager

Our Medical Typist

Cathie Mackay

Cathie has worked as a Medical Receptionist / Typist for over 20 years in both General Practice and Specialist Medical Practices including Dermatology. She enjoys being part of a friendly team atmosphere where the work she does helps people.

Cathie Mackay, Medical Typist

Our Friendly Reception Staff

They are our smiling faces at the front desk, welcoming and assisting patients with appointments and accounts.

Yvette Hitchins

Yvette Hitchins, Receptionist

Siân Leal

Siân, Dermatology Receptionist Coffs Harbour NSW

Mariëtte Chippindall

Yvette Hitchins, Receptionist

Where to find us

We are situated in Coffs Harbour, on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, in the new Specialist Medical Centre opposite the Coffs Base Hospital. Dr. Gerrie Becker, our Dermatologist, moved to Coffs Harbour in July 2012 to provide a full time Dermatology service to the region.

Dr. Becker also visits Armidale in the New England region once a month.

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