Dr Deidre Anne McAlpine

Dr Deidre Anne McAlpine is a highly dedicated and compassionate General Practitioner who provides comprehensive, patient-centred care. With a strong commitment to the health and well-being of her patients, she specialises in family medicine, offering a reassuring and professional approach to primary healthcare. Dr McAlpine is known for her thorough clinical assessments and her empathetic manner, ensuring that every individual receives personalised and attentive medical support.

Dr McAlpine obtained her primary medical degree, a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, from the University of Otago in 1989. Committed to expanding her clinical expertise, she went on to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Palliative Medicine at the University of Melbourne in 2001. Furthermore, she has undertaken extensive postgraduate training in skin health, earning several advanced qualifications through the University of Queensland. These include an Advanced Certificate in Dermoscopy, an Advanced Certificate in General Dermatology, and specialised certificates in skin cancer therapeutics and primary care skin surgery.

Throughout her career, Dr McAlpine has developed a diverse range of clinical interests, with a particular focus on Skin Cancer Medicine and General Dermatology. She is highly skilled in performing comprehensive skin checks, utilising dermoscopy for the early detection of skin cancers, and performing precise skin surgeries on complex areas such as the head, neck, and lower back. Her advanced training allows her to deliver high-quality dermatological care and surgical interventions within a primary care setting. Additionally, her background in Palliative Medicine equips her with the unique skills required to support patients and families navigating complex, chronic, and life-limiting illnesses with utmost dignity and comfort.