Laser, Surgical and Medical Dermatologist

"I am dedicated to delivering unparalleled and compassionate dermatological care, aiming to provide relief from skin diseases and achieve enduring, natural-looking results. I am committed to validating and addressing each patient's unique skin concerns, ensuring that their experiences are heard and thoroughly understood."

AHPRA Registration: Dr William Cranwell MED0001995362
Registered Medical Practitioner, Specialist Dermatologist

Introducing Dr. Will Cranwell: Your Trusted Dermatology Specialist

Located in Brisbane, Dr. Will Cranwell is a specialist dermatologist with expertise in medical and procedural dermatology. Specialising in laser and procedural dermatology, Dr. Cranwell's special interests include treating scarring (acne, keloids, surgical, and traumatic), pigmentation, redness, and skin aging.

Dr Cranwell aims to foster enduring patient relationships based on trust and care. He is dedicated to ensuring patients access cutting-edge treatments tailored to their unique needs, offering a comprehensive suite of modern aesthetic laser, injectable, and skincare technologies. He aims to deliver long-term, natural results that enhance his patients' existing features while addressing previous skin concerns, prioritising safety and personalised care every step of the way.

With a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach, Dr Cranwell stands as a trusted figure in the dermatological community, sought after by those in search of a professional and empathetic clinician. Trust William to provide you with the highest standard of care and embark on your journey to healthy, glowing skin under the guidance of a specialist.

Medical

  • Access all skincare, topical, prescription medications and procedures for acne and acne scarring. Dr Cranwell will work with you to find a personalised treatment for your acne. A specialist dermatologist can prescribe Isotretinoin (Roaccutane, Oratane, Accutane) if indicated.

  • Treatment with topicals, surgical procedures, filler and various laser and energy-based devices. All modalities are available at Brisbane Skin.

  • AviClear™ is a TGA-cleared energy device for treating mild, moderate, and severe facial acne, and we are the first & only clinic offering this treatment in Brisbane. By using the power of laser light to target and suppress sebaceous glands selectively, AviClear™ eliminates acne at the source without needing prescription medications. This treatment is safe and effective for all skin types and tones, requiring three 30-minute sessions.

  • Topical, medical, laser treatments for all forms of rosacea, including rhinophyma

  • As a specialist dermatologist, Dr Cranwell has access to all conventional and new treatments for psoriasis, including biological therapies

  • Topicals, medications, phototherapy

  • Dr Cranwell is extensively trained in the use of phototherapy for all conditions indicated. He worked at the St John’s Institute of Dermatology phototherapy clinic in the UK.

  • Seeing a specialist dermatologist ensures you access expert skin assessment for signs of skin cancer and gold standard treatment for any type of skin lesion.

  • All topical, medication and injectable treatments are available depending on individual needs. Seeing a dermatologist may allow for subsidised anti-wrinkle injections to the armpits if eligibility criteria are met.

  • Experience with difficult-to-treat melasma, including compound topical medications, skincare and energy-based devices.

  • A specialist dermatologist is extensively trained to treat all conditions affecting the hair, skin, nails and mouth.

  • Telehealth appointments are available for all new or review appointments. If a face to face review is required for follow up, this can be arranged.

Aesthetic

  • Dr Cranwell uses both the Sciton Joule Erbium:YAG laser, and the Lumenis UltraPulse carbon dioxide laser, often in combination, to give you the ideal treatment based on your particular skin concerns. These intensive lasers can be used for scarring, rhinophyma, lip sun damage, and facial rejuvenation.

  • Dr Cranwell has extensive experience using vascular lasers of various wavelengths to address general facial redness, melasma, prominent blood vessels, and sun damage on the neck and chest.

  • Dr Cranwell is trained to use the Fraxel laser, which can address: Fine lines and wrinkles, Sun damage, Hyperpigmentation (Melasma), Scarred or pocked skin, Stretch marks, Uneven skin tone, and Rough, dull skin.

  • Brisbane Skin offers effective treatments for improving the appearance of brown spots, such as Pico Genesis, BBL Laser, Fraxel Laser, Cosmelan depigmentation, and Chemical Peels. These treatments are tailored to your unique needs.

  • At Brisbane Skin we utilise the latest Pastelle Q-Switched laser. This has multiple wavelengths to tackle all colours and treat all skin types.

  • As the most advanced radio frequency skin needling technology on the market, Endymed works by emitting heat into the dermis, triggering the skin’s natural healing process, and rejuvenating the look and feel of skin.

  • Management of fine lines, wrinkles using medical treatments

  • Enhancement of the face replacing volume loss and ageing effects.

  • An anti-ageing treatment made suitable for any skin type, whether it is for preventative, corrective or restorative treatments. May improve skin hydration, quality and texture

Surgical

  • Local anaethetic procedures for skin cancer surgery on the face, body and limbs. Performed in the day procedure rooms at Brisbane Skin.

  • Including steroid and non-steroid injections for keloids or hypertrophic scars

  • Treatment of nose rhinophyma using the CO2 and Erbium ablative lasers

  • Laser ablation of lip sun damage (actinic cheilitis) using the Erbium or CO2 ablative laser

  • Dr Cranwell has subspecialty training in alopecia, and is an internationally recognised hair specialist. Injections of steroids performed appropriately is a reliable method of regrowing patches of hair loss.

  • Dr Cranwell has extensive expertise in PRP injections for male and female pattern hair loss.

  • Intradermal injections for hair regrowth

  • A non-invasive handheld device to deliver precisely controlled electromagnetic energy beneath the underarm skin to the specific area where sweat glands are located.

 

Dr Will Cranwell is currently accepting new referrals