Skin Cancer Care near Mount Annan
Mount Annan is one of South West Sydney’s most established and family-oriented communities — known for its leafy streets, outdoor lifestyle, and proximity to natural attractions like Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan. Residents regularly spend time outdoors walking trails, enjoying parks, and participating in local sports and recreation. Sun smile Clinic is your skin cance care near Mount Annan.
However, Mount Annan’s outdoor lifestyle also brings significant sun exposure risks. The South West Sydney region consistently records UV index levels of 11+ (Extreme) during summer, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. At these levels, unprotected skin can begin to suffer damage in as little as 10–15 minutes. Over time, cumulative UV exposure is the leading cause of all major skin cancers — basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and melanoma. Source: Cancer Council Australia
Skin cancer is Australia’s most common cancer, and with incidence rates two to three times higher than in the UK, US, or Canada, NSW residents are among the most at-risk populations in the world. The good news is that when caught early, the survival rate for even the most dangerous type — melanoma — exceeds 95%.
SunSmile Clinic in Leppington Village is your closest dedicated skin and cancer clinic — just approximately 22 minutes from Mount Annan. Led by Dr. Shawkat Islam with over 23 years of medical experience, our clinic is solely focused on skin cancer detection and treatment.
UV Alert — Mount Annan areas: The Mount Annan–Campbelltown corridor regularly experiences UV index levels above 11 (Extreme) on more than 60 days per year. At UV 11+, unprotected fair skin can burn in under 15 minutes. Annual professional skin checks remain your most effective defence.7 Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Led by Dr. Shawkat Islam
Dr. Shawkat Islam
Skin Cancer Physician
23+ Years of Skin Cancer Medicine
Dr. Shawkat Islam is the founding physician of Sun Smile Clinic, bringing over 23 years of medical experience to every patient consultation. His extensive background in skin cancer medicine underpins the clinic’s clinical approach — from early detection through to surgical treatment and complex case management.
Under Dr. Islam’s leadership, Sun Smile Clinic has served thousands of families from Austral, Leppington, Carnes Hill, Mount Annan, Oran Park, Edmondson Park, and across the Macarthur region. The clinic’s in-house pathology collaboration ensures accurate, timely diagnosis for every patient.
Skin Cancer Medicine
Advanced Dermoscopy
Surgical Procedures
Melanoma Specialist
Expert Skin Cancer Care,
Close to Mount Annan
We are a purpose-built skin cancer clinic — not a GP practice offering skin checks as an afterthought.
Dedicated Skin & Cancer Clinic
Every consultation, equipment, and protocol is designed specifically for skin cancer. This is our entire clinical focus — not a bolt-on GP service.
23+ Years Specialist Experience
Led by Dr. Shawkat Islam with over two decades of experience in skin cancer medicine — a depth of expertise that general practice cannot replicate.
Bulk Billing — No Surprise Costs
Standard skin cancer check consultations are bulk billed for eligible Medicare cardholders. No out-of-pocket cost for most Austral patients. Costs always advised upfront.
In-House Pathology Collaboration
Our dedicated pathology lab collaboration allows doctors to work directly with expert pathologists on complex cases — ensuring faster, more accurate diagnosis outcomes.
Conveniently Located for Austral
Located in Leppington Village Shopping Centre — approximately 8 minutes from Austral via Fifteenth Avenue. Free parking available. No GP referral required.
Complete End-to-End Care
From initial skin check through to biopsy, pathology, surgical excision, and follow-up — we handle the full care pathway in our Leppington facility.
Sun Smile Clinic is a dedicated skin cancer clinic in Leppington, NSW, providing expert skin cancer checks and skin cancer treatment for patients from Austral and surrounding South West Sydney suburbs including Oran Park, Camden, Mount Annan, Carnes Hill, Edmondson Park, Denham court, Gregory hills, Minto, Prestons, Ingleburn, and Bardia. Bulk billing available for eligible Medicare patients. Led by Dr. Shawkat Islam — 23+ years experience. For a skin cancer check near Austral, NSW — book at Sun Smile Clinic, Leppington Village today.