Skin & Melanoma Specialist

Providing expert care in Medical Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery.

Dr Ken Ip is a New Zealand-trained Dermatologist. After completing his fellowship at the esteemed Victorian Melanoma Service in Melbourne, he has returned as a consultant Dermatologist at Auckland City Hospital.

Ken established his private practice in 2024, with the aim of creating new Centres of Excellence in East Auckland. He specialises in the early detection and treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers. He is an expert in the advanced medical management of a broad range of dermatological conditions including acne, psoriasis, eczema, urticaria, hidradenitis suppurativa, hyperhidrosis, vitiligo and alopecia areata.

Dr Ken Ip Dermatologist & Skin Cancer Surgeon

Areas of Specialisation


Melanoma & Skin Cancer Diagnosis

Full body examination for melanoma and other skin cancers (including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma).

Regular monitoring and surveillance of high risk individuals with personal or family history of melanoma and/or other skin cancers.


Melanoma & Skin Cancer Surgery

Purpose-built facilities for day surgeries performed under local anaesthetics.

Tailored treatment plan including non-surgical options, based on latest clinical research and patients’ best interests.


Medical Dermatology

Advanced medical therapies for acne, eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa,hyperhidrosis (excess sweating), alopecia areata and vitiligo.

Biologics and immunomodulatory treatments