About Us
With over 12 years as a General Practitioner, you are in safe hands with Dr Hassan.
MB ChB 2002 Otago; FRNZCGP 2011
Member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia.
Dr. David Hassan
Dr. David Hassan is a Vocationally Registered General Practitioner with a specialist interest in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery. After his graduation from Otago University in 2002, his medical journey took him to diverse locations like Nelson, Sydney, Cork, and eventually back to Auckland.
Serving the communities of North Rodney and Kaipara has always been close to David’s heart, and he continues to be a committed advocate for the well-being of his patients in the region. Beyond general practice, David has undertaken specialized training in skin cancer detection and treatment, an area he now emphasizes in his practice. He is an affiliated provider for Southern Cross, NIB and other insurers for skin cancer checks and surgery. He also performs skin cancer surgery for Te Whatu Ora (Waitemata District Health Board) . He is a foundation Fellow of the New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors (NZSCD) and the Skin Cancer College of Australasia (SCCA).
He has also acquired postgraduate qualifications in paediatrics and clinician performed ultrasound.
To ensure the utmost comfort and safety of his patients, David chooses to use a chaperone during all sensitive examinations and procedures.
David is also passionate about imparting knowledge to the next generation. He actively mentors junior doctors, sharing his extensive experience and insights.
Outside the realm of medicine, David values his time with family. He is happily married to Kate, and they are blessed with three vibrant daughters: Frankie, Nina, and Magnolia.
Dr. Hassan is currently welcoming new patients seeking consultations related to skin cancer and other concerns.
Please note: If having a skin check with David please perform a skin self examination prior to this to assist in identification of lesions of concern. We ask you please remove all make up prior to your check.
Nurse Julz Bolton
With over 25 years as a nurse and a special interest in skin and appearance medicine, Julz is excited to be a member of the Sun Docs team!! She is a busy mother of 3, who has been a Warkworth local for 20 years and is passionate about the local community.
Julz is a dermoscopy nurse and is available for spot checks, surgical assistance, minor ops, post surgery wound care and follow ups.