Trust score 8/100
Dr Claire Higgins
👤 2 years of experience
10,636+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
2
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Claire Higgins is a Consultant Dermatologist and Fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists, with specialist expertise in medical and occupational dermatology. She graduated with Honours in Medicine and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Melbourne and completed her early clinical training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
Dr Higgins undertook her dermatology training across several leading Victorian hospitals, including St Vincent’s Hospital, Austin Hospital, Monash Health, the Royal Women’s Hospital, and the Royal Children’s Hospital. During this time, she was awarded the John Fewings Memorial Prize for best paper in contact dermatitis. She has also worked as a research fellow in occupational dermatology and patch testing and has contributed to clinical trials investigating treatments for psoriasis and eczema.
In addition to her clinical qualifications, Dr Higgins holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on health services management and consumer participation in healthcare quality improvement. She has published in both Australian and international journals and contributed to multiple dermatology textbooks.
Her clinical interests include skin cancer detection and management, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, hyperhidrosis, patch testing and women’s dermatology. Dr Higgins currently holds public appointments at Monash Health and the Skin Health Institute in Melbourne.
Dr Higgins undertook her dermatology training across several leading Victorian hospitals, including St Vincent’s Hospital, Austin Hospital, Monash Health, the Royal Women’s Hospital, and the Royal Children’s Hospital. During this time, she was awarded the John Fewings Memorial Prize for best paper in contact dermatitis. She has also worked as a research fellow in occupational dermatology and patch testing and has contributed to clinical trials investigating treatments for psoriasis and eczema.
In addition to her clinical qualifications, Dr Higgins holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on health services management and consumer participation in healthcare quality improvement. She has published in both Australian and international journals and contributed to multiple dermatology textbooks.
Her clinical interests include skin cancer detection and management, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, hyperhidrosis, patch testing and women’s dermatology. Dr Higgins currently holds public appointments at Monash Health and the Skin Health Institute in Melbourne.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Claire Higgins
Education & training
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2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2021–2025 Residency · Dermatologia
Career & appointments
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2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Dermatologia
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Dermatology consultation | 99203 | 1,622 |
| Full-body mole mapping | 96904 | 538 |
| Biopsy (skin) | 11102 | 2,471 |
| Cryotherapy lesion | 17000 | 1,076 |
| Mohs surgery | 17311 | 2,062 |
| Laser hair removal | 17999 | 1,546 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 60 min | in_clinic | 855.00 EUR |
| Cryotherapy lesion | 90 min | in_clinic | 190.00 EUR |
| Mohs surgery | 30 min | in_clinic | 760.00 EUR |
| Laser hair removal | 30 min | in_clinic | 380.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 7 · i10: 4
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Long-term follow-up of Dermatologia across AU
DOI: 10.5453/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33664714 · cited by 87
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Validation of clinical scoring in Dermatologia
DOI: 10.5160/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 35606381 · cited by 29
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Dermatologia European Annual Congress (Dermatologia) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Dermatologia National Society Meeting · Carlton · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Dermatologia — Carlton · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) — Member · since 2026
- International Society of Dermatology — Member · since 2026
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2026
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Dermatologia
- Awareness When should you see a dermatologia?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · claire.louise.higgins@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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