Dr. Fred Pretorius arrived in Bunbury in 1980 and started a solo general practice. He enjoyed the experience of being an old-time GP, attending to hospital casualty patients, delivering babies, general anaesthetics, and minor surgery. He gradually developed an increased interest in skin cancer and since 2008 has worked full-time as a skin cancer practitioner.

Since leaving general practice, Fred has attended several workshops interstate on advanced head and neck surgery and holds a diploma from the Australian Skin Cancer College as well as several other qualifications relevant to skin cancer medicine such as a Diploma of Dermoscopy.

Fred is also a qualified chain saw operator and when not working you can find him on his hobby farm planting trees, or on the beach at daybreak taking his dogs for a walk. He enjoys his work and has no plans for retiring in the foreseeable future.

Together with Dr. Fred Pretorius, Dr. Gavin Matten started the Bunbury Skin Cancer Clinic in January 2009. Gavin Matten holds postgraduate qualifications in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine and Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery.

Dr. Matten has held a long-term interest in dermatology and surgery and is a diplomat of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia, and the Australasian College of Cutaneous Oncology.

Dr Clyde Jumeaux graduated from UWA in 1982 and achieved his postgraduate diploma in obstetrics and gynaecology in 1986.  He worked in a variety of city hospitals before moving to the Pilbara where he spent eleven years working as a procedural GP in Dampier, with special interests in mental health, obstetrics and anaesthetics.

In 1997 Clyde and his family, moved to Australind and he worked as a GP in Bunbury and Australind.  Clyde became interested in skin cancer surgery due to a strong family history of melanoma and having numerous skin cancers himself.  He regularly attends workshops and conferences to improve his knowledge and technical skills in this field.  Clyde works three days a week at BSCC, and one day teaching medical students.

Dr Jackie Earl originally trained in UK as a General Surgeon, before giving in to her passion for travel and setting off to work in Asia. She ran GP/Emergency clinics and practiced retrieval medicine in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan and Singapore. She then moved to Christchurch in New Zealand to work in a GP/Emergency clinic in the centre of town. There was a massive earthquake not long after her arrival and she lost a house, gained a dog, and stayed for a year to help with the recovery effort.

Wanting to find some stable ground, she headed for WA, an area she had always been keen to return to, following a year spent in Royal Perth Hospital as a junior doctor. She worked as a GP in Harvey while studying Skin Cancer Medicine and gaining experience in the field. She is now happily settled by the sea in Bunbury and is passionate about both the medical and surgical aspects of Skin Cancer Medicine.

Dr Angus Snelling graduated from the University of Cape Town in 1987. He worked as a GP in South Africa for 20 years before coming to Bunbury in 2010. Following his arrival in Australia he realised that there was a great need for increased awareness of skin cancer and melanoma in Australia.

On completion of his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Angus went on to increase his skills in skin cancer surgery, and skin cancer medicine. Angus has completed several advanced certifications in both disciplines.

In his spare time, Angus enjoys paddling, surfing, fishing, walking, mountain bike riding and a barbeque with friends and family.

Dr Vanessa Orsi is originally from Brazil. She has over ten years’ experience as a General Practitioner, gaining daily experience in skin, skin checks, and surgical procedures.

After moving to Bunbury four years ago, she completed her specialisation as a consultant GP, becoming a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Since then she has chosen to specialise in skin and has dedicated herself to work full time at the Bunbury Skin Cancer Clinic. Dr Orsi lives in the Bunbury area with her family and four guinea pigs.

When she is not working hard or researching, Dr Orsi enjoys the space, beauty and people of the South-West. You may even see here rollerblading around many of the local parks or beaches!

Our nurses

Our team of dedicated and friendly nursing staff Lesley, Verna, Karen, Kathy, Sarah, Summa, and Annette are available to assist our medical practitioners with their procedures and the follow up care of our patients. They will also be available in person or by telephone to answer any questions regarding your treatment at the Bunbury Skin Cancer Clinic.

Our reception and support staff

Our friendly and experienced team of reception staff Bec, Lesley, Lianda, Kiera, Casey, Amy, and Georgia are there to assist you with all of your skin cancer health requirements including scheduling appointments, managing your accounts, and answering any queries. They will be only too happy to help you with fitting and sizing of our sunsafe wear which is available at the reception.