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We address TRIGGERS and treat the SYMPTOMS ™

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S7, 4th Floor, 517 St Kilda Road

Melbourne

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Mon - Friday: 9.00AM - 5.00PM

Founder and Director of Psoriasis Eczema Clinics

Professor Michael Tirant

Full Professor of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology,
University of Rome G. Marconi, Rome, Italy.
Director Psoriasis Eczema Clinic,
Melbourne, Australia.

About Professor Michael Tirant

Professor Michael Tirant, is the founder and Principal Consultant specialising in Integrative Dermatology at the Psoriasis Eczema Clinic and Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia. He is an experienced and dedicated practitioner with a special interest in the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo and other autoimmune skin disorders.

Prof. Tirant is a Full Professor of the Dermatology and Venereology at University of Rome “G. Marconi”, Rome, Italy and has been involved in dermatology research for over 30 years. He has developed over 40 products using herbal bioactives for the treatment and management of many dermatological conditions, including psoriasis, atopic eczema, ichthyosis, alopecia areata, vitiligo and systemic lupus erythematosus.

The treatments are well accepted and have been used internationally by many doctors with great success. He has published over 100 international papers and authored and co-authored several chapters and books in dermatology and medical sciences, including his most recent “Textbook and Atlas of Dermatology”.
He has the respect of eminent Dermatologistsfor his knowledge and teaching in both Europe and Vietnam for his knowledge and experience in successfully treating many skin conditions. He also earns respect as a pioneer.

Prof. Michael Tirant takes a holistic approach to the treatment of dermatological diseases, combining the best of conventional and alternative medicines, leading to the evolution of Integrative Dermatology.

His motto is to “address triggers that flare up dermatological diseases, as well as treat the symptoms”. Integrative Dermatology is now used worldwide in the treatment and management of skin diseases.

About Phillip Bayer

Phillip Bayer is a passionate practitioner of Integrative Dermatology with over 19 years of experience in the field of Natural Medicines. He regularly authors, co-authors and edits journal articles, many of which have been published in journals such as JBRHA and MJDS. Phillip obtained a Masters Nat Med degree in 2000. He trained under Professor Michael Tirant in the field of Integrated Dermatology and has been a senior consultant at the Psoriasis Eczema Clinic and Research Centre in Melbourne, Australia, for the last 8 years. In addition to his role as practitioner and examining patients with many skin conditions, Phillip is currently in the research about about the role of superantigens in psoriasis. Phillip is a devoted practitioner who enjoys the holistic approach at the clinic and thinks that the ability to give his patients their quality life back is the ultimate reward for him.

Practitioner Integrative Dermatology

Phillip Bayer

BHSC.Nat

Practitioner Integrative Dermatology

Jessica Simonis

BHSC.Nut. Med, Ad.Dip.WHM

About Jessica Simonis

Jessica is a dedicated and passionate practitioner with over 14 years of experience experience in natural medicine that includes clinical practice, regular presenting roles, authoring, co-authoring and editing of journal articles and nutrition program development. Jessica began her studies in Health Science at Deakin University in 2001 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Nutritional Medicine and Cert IV in Massage Therapy through ECNM and an advanced Diploma Western Herbal Medicine through ACNT, all whilst raising her 3 young children. Jessica has worked across a number of clinic settings including busy multi-disciplinary clinics, specialist clinics and private practice. She has treated patients from all over Victoria and now practises at Psoriasis Eczema Clinic, Frankston, where she has been trained by Professor Michael Tirant in the field of Integrative Dermatology.

Jessica’s expertise in nutritional medicine has added a new dimension to the clinic with a focus on the comorbidities of chronic skin conditions, including digestive disorders, mood and sleep disorders, weight gain/obesity and cardiovascular health. Jessica has a keen interest in treating eczema in all ages and addressing the total wellbeing of her patients, including nutritional, dietary and lifestyle advice.

About Jillian Rhodes

Jillian joined the Psoriasis Eczema Clinic in April 2018 as a Practice Manager. She has worked in reception as a team leader in the Health Care Industry, servicing the public for over 28 years. Jillian’s experience and passion for patient care shines through, helping to provide exceptional level of service and care to all patients at the Psoriasis Eczema Clinic.

Practice Manager- Psoriasis Eczema Clinic