Worried about a mole or spot?
Book with SunDocs for all your prevention, detection, diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer and precancerous concerns.
- Mahurangi Health Collective Warkworth
- Mangawhai
Welcome to SunDocs
Skin cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment for the community.
We help you, get to know your skin, monitor changes over time, diagnose, treat and remove skin lesions of concern.
Why see us?
We understand the importance of easy access to healthcare for all those in the community. With highly qualified expert staff, up to date technology and compassionate support, we are dedicated to detecting skin cancer early then providing effective treatment options without the long wait and travel.
No GP referral necessary.
Skin check, surgery, non surgical treatments.
Meet our highly trained and passionate team
Dr David Hassan
Dr David Hassan is a vocationally registered General Practitioner with over 16 years of experience, and has dedicated more than 10 of those years to specialising in skin cancer medicine.
He is a passionate advocate for high-quality, community-based skin cancer care and is recognised for his commitment to education, diagnosis, and surgical management of skin cancer.
David graduated from the University of Otago Medical School and has worked extensively both in New Zealand and internationally before settling in the Rodney district. He is a founding member of SunDocs, established in 2018, which focuses on delivering accessible, expert skin cancer services to local communities.
In addition to his role at SunDocs, David is a Partner in both SkinSafe and Silverdale Medical, where he continues to expand the reach of high-standard primary skin cancer care.
David is a proud member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia (SCCA) and New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors (NZSCD), and was awarded the NZSCD Member of the Year in 2024 for his contributions to the field.
He provides private skin consultations and is recognised by major health insurers, including Southern Cross. He also contributes to the public health sector through his skin cancer surgery work with the Waitematā District Health Board.
Nurse Julz Bolton
Julz has over 25 years experience as a nurse across a range of public and private areas of nursing.
For the last 6 years Julz has worked in skin health including dermatoscopy and appearance medicine as well as clinical private practice. Julz has a certificate in dermatoscopy and is Southern Cross affiliated.
Julz is passionate about skin cancer prevention, is dedicated to her patients and provides the utmost care.
Nurse Rose Walker
Rose has been nursing for many years in both the public and private health sector, with a strong surgical focus and a love for caring for her patients.
For the last 12 years Rose has worked in the skin related
field, her work has included skin surgery, dermatoscopy and appearance medicine. Rose has an advanced certificate in dermatoscopy and is working towards her Southern Cross affiliation.
Workplace Checks now available
Designed for workplaces where staff are primarily outdoors. SunDocs will run an onsite clinic at your workplace with our Skin Cancer Dr and Dermoscopy nurse. Staff can prebook their appointment for a 20 minute skin consultation. Contact us for more information on pricing and availability and educating your people about prevention and treatment of sun damage.
Total Body Imaging (TBI)
At SunDocs we offer Total Body Imaging using total body photography with DermEngine, the most effective technique for imaging all lesions on a patient’s body. DermEngine is an intelligent dermatology platform for the imaging, documentation and analysis of skin conditions including skin cancer. DermEngine’s total body photography is powered by artificial intelligence to offer the latest tools to aid both patients and clinicians in the ongoing imaging, tracking, and management of skin conditions over time.
