Dr Kalinga Herath
Focused on skin lesion assessment, skin cancer screening, and minor dermatological procedures including biopsy and excision.
Languages: English, Sinhalese
Focus areas:
- New or changing skin lesions
- Suspicious moles and pigmented lesions
- Skin cancer screening and mole evaluation
- Benign skin growths (cysts, lipomas, skin tags)
- Minor skin procedures (excision and biopsy)
About Dr Kalinga Herath
Dr Kalinga Herath is a General Practitioner with a clinical focus on the assessment and procedural management of skin lesions. He evaluates patients with new, changing, or suspicious skin findings, with an emphasis on early identification and appropriate intervention.
He performs minor skin procedures such as biopsies and excisions, supporting both diagnostic assessment and treatment of lesions within a primary care setting.
Key Areas of Care
- Dermatoscopic assessment of skin lesions
- Skin cancer screening and mole evaluation
- Biopsy of suspicious lesions
- Excision of benign and concerning skin growths
- Post-procedure review and wound care
Qualifications
- MBBS, FRACGP