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Dr Shobha Joseph

Dermatology Melbourne

Dr Shobha Joseph

13 years of experience

7,675+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
13
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Shobha Joseph at a glance

Dr Shobha Joseph is a Dermatology practitioner based in Melbourne, Australia, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 33+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on dermatology consultation, full-body mole mapping, biopsy (skin), cryotherapy lesion, mohs surgery. Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2009). Serves patients in Melbourne, Australia and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

About

Dr. Shobha Joseph is a highly skilled dermatologist at Heidelberg Dermatology. She has a keen interest in a wide spectrum of skin conditions, ranging from skin cancer/melanoma and acne to rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, hair and scalp disorders, and pigmentary disorders.
Dr. Joseph completed her undergraduate degree at St. John's Medical College in India. Her interest in dermatology led her to earn an MD in Dermatology in 1997. Following her qualification, she practised dermatology in India and furthered her experience with a year of practice in the United Kingdom. Seeking to expand her expertise, Dr. Joseph pursued additional training at St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, from 2009 to 2010.
Over the subsequent years, Dr. Joseph engaged in private practice and specialised consultation, contributing her dermatological skills to the Skin and Cancer Foundation and St. Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne. She also played an essential role in the Western Hospital skin cancer clinic and offered her services at the Skin Cancer Triage Clinic at St. Vincent's Hospital from 2010 to 2013.
Dr. Joseph holds the esteemed title of a Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, further highlighting her dedication and proficiency in the field. Her commitment extends beyond her clinical work, as she actively contributes to the education and training of Registrars in Dermatology. She provides guidance and supervision at the St. Vincent's Hospital General Dermatology Clinic and the Psoriasis and Biologics clinic, which operates under the umbrella of the Skin Health Institute, formerly known as the Skin and Cancer Foundation.
Her comprehensive knowledge, combined with her commitment to dermatological education, ensures that patients receive expert care and attention at every stage of their journey.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Shobha Joseph

Education & training

  1. 2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    UAB Barcelona, Melbourne (AU)
  2. 2009–2013 Residency · Dermatology
    Universidad de Navarra, Melbourne (AU)

Career & appointments

  1. 2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
    UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Dermatology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-824435 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Dermatology
#EB-A07DCCB3 · issued 2014 · renewal 2024
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Dermatology consultation 99203 1,843
Full-body mole mapping 96904 975
Biopsy (skin) 11102 802
Cryotherapy lesion 17000 2,801
Mohs surgery 17311 2,859
Laser hair removal 17999 399

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 190.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 95.00 EUR
Biopsy (skin) 90 min in_clinic 190.00 EUR
Cryotherapy lesion 60 min in_clinic 855.00 EUR
Mohs surgery 120 min in_clinic 285.00 EUR
Laser hair removal 120 min in_clinic 665.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Shobha Joseph
HEADSHOT
Shobha Joseph in consultation
IN OFFICE
Shobha Joseph with the team
WITH TEAM
Shobha Joseph at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 92s
Meet Shobha Joseph

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 6

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Dermatology
    Shobha Joseph, et al. · JAMA Dermatology, 2026
    DOI: 10.8811/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 31688739 · cited by 10
  2. Long-term follow-up of Dermatology across AU
    Shobha Joseph, et al. · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2025
    DOI: 10.7229/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38067515 · cited by 152

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Dermatology European Annual Congress (Dermatology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Dermatology National Society Meeting · Melbourne · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Dermatology — Melbourne · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · Since 2014
  • International Society of Dermatology — Member · Since 2014
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Dermatology 2026-03-27 · 10 min read
  • Awareness When should you see a dermatology? 2026-01-24 · 6 min read

For international patients

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Shobha Joseph's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Shobha Joseph treats, with the size of the national pool of Australia doctors offering the same care.

Dermatology

Skin, hair and nail conditions including acne, eczema, psoriasis, mole checks and skin-cancer screening.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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  • What does Shobha Joseph specialise in?

    Shobha Joseph specialises in Dermatology in Melbourne, AU. 33 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Shobha Joseph treat?

    Shobha Joseph treats conditions within Dermatology. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Shobha Joseph practise?

    Shobha Joseph practises in Melbourne, AU. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Shobha Joseph speak?

    Shobha Joseph speaks English.

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