As well as cosmetic medicine, Dr Danielle Waxman offers a range of medical treatments at Central CosMedic in Havelock North, for patients from Hastings, Napier and across Hawke’s Bay. These draw on her experience as a GP and her further training in skin cancer medicine.
From skin cancer checks to PRP treatment for hair loss, every appointment is with a doctor who takes a full health history and explains your options clearly. This page gives an overview of the medical treatments available.
Full body skin checks using dermoscopy, with removal of suspicious moles and lesions where needed.
PRP treatment for intimate health concerns in women and men.
Doctor-led weight loss support, including prescription medicines where suitable.
Dr Waxman holds diplomas in dermoscopy and skin cancer medicine. She offers full body skin checks, using a dermatoscope to examine moles and spots in detail, and can remove suspicious lesions in clinic and send them for testing. New Zealand has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, so regular checks are worthwhile.
PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma. It is prepared from a small sample of your own blood, which is spun to separate a concentrated layer of platelets. Platelets contain growth factors that play a part in the body’s natural repair processes.
At Central CosMedic, PRP injections are used for hair loss and thinning, sexual rejuvenation, and skin and facial rejuvenation. Because PRP is made from your own blood, the risk of an allergic reaction to it is very low. Dr Waxman will explain whether PRP is likely to help you and what results are realistic.
Every medical treatment starts with a consultation, and is only offered when it is safe and suitable for you.
Dr Waxman takes a full health history, including any medicines you take and previous treatments.
She examines the area of concern and may suggest tests to help guide treatment.
You will hear the potential benefits, risks and side effects in plain terms, along with the costs, before you decide anything.
If you go ahead, you agree a plan together, including any follow-up appointments.