Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP

Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP

Dr. Sylvia McKenna - The Skin GP, delivers expert medical and aesthetic skin care from her consultation rooms in the Fairways Centre, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Book an appointment today for a comprehensive skin assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan - for your peace of mind. No referral necessary.

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Meet Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP

With more than 22 years of experience, Dr. Sylvia McKenna is a compassionate Irish General Practitioner who enjoys supporting her patients and improving their quality of life.

Dr. Sylvia has immersed herself in learning all things skincare. She is now a GP with a specialist Interest in skin cancer, skin surgery and advanced acne care.

Dr. Sylvia has been a partner in a GP practice for 20 years, caring for all of her patients across many aspects of healthcare and is a much-loved part of her community. She is truly passionate about improving the quality of healthcare provided to the patients of her practice in the northeast of Ireland.

She founded Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP to bridge the gap between GP and hospital specialist. Her clinic brings advanced skin diagnostics and treatments directly to the local community, providing expert care right on her patients' doorsteps.

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Skin Surgery

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Aesthetics

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Ireland's Most Advanced Skincare Clinic

At Dr Sylvia The Skin GP we provide comprehensive assessment and management of a wide range of skin conditions right on your doorstep, with no GP referral needed. Care is tailored to the individual, with a strong focus on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and long-term skin health. Where a skin condition is severe, complex, or requires specialist investigation or treatment, patients are referred to an appropriate consultant specialist in line with national guidelines

Dr. Sylvia is continuously upskilling by regularly volunteering in a hospital dermatology clinic, alongside a consultant dermatologist in Dublin. This keeps her practice as The Skin GP up-to-date with the latest advancements in dermatology and skin cancer care. She has invested many years in developing her expertise in dermatology and skin cancer medicine.

Skin-cancer screening, detection and early diagnosis
Management of sun damage, precancerous and low-risk skin cancers
Advanced acne and rosacea treatment
Skin surgery and cryotherapy (“freezing” treatments) is offered for selected suitable lesions,
including certain warts and sun-damaged or pre-cancerous skin changes.

State of the Art Clinic

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GP Led Patient Care

GP Led Patient Care

Convenient Location with Free Parking

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to attend Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP?

No referral is required. You can book directly for medical skin assessments, skin surgery consultations, or aesthetic skin care appointments.

Do you treat all types of acne?

Treatment may include topical therapies, oral medications, and in selected cases isotretinoin (Roaccutane), where appropriate. Treatment plans are evidence-based and discussed in detail during consultation.

Can rosacea be treated?

While rosacea cannot be cured, symptoms can often be well controlled. Dr Sylvia provides diagnosis, education, and treatment plans tailored to symptom pattern and severity.

Do you treat eczema and psoriasis?

Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP assesses and treats mild to moderate eczema and psoriasis, focusing on diagnosis, education, topical treatments, and ongoing management.

What types of skin surgery do you perform?

Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP provides community-based skin surgery including:
• Biopsies (including punch biopsy)
• Surgical excision of suitable lesions
• Curettage and cautery
• Cryosurgery
• Ingrown toenail surgery
• Removal of benign lesions such as cysts, lipomas, skin tags, and warts
• Selected low-risk non-melanoma skin cancers (mainly basal cell carcinomas)

Do you work with health insurers?

Dr. Sylvia - The Skin GP works with VHI, Laya Healthcare, and Irish Life Health. Some procedures may be partially reimbursed depending on individual policy cover.

Do you accept medical card patients?

Patients with a Medical Card are welcome to attend. Please note that the services provided at Dr Sylvia - The Skin GP are not funded under the Medical Card scheme, so consultations are offered privately and standard fees apply.

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Testimonials

for Dr. Sylvia McKenna

Sylvia is a brilliant doctor who for 21 years has been an enormous help and support to our family. Her gentle kind way of dealing with people really stands out and the fact she cares so much shows what a great doctor she is.

I have had an excellent experience being a patient of Dr McKenna for nearly 20 years. She is extremely knowledgeable especially in regard to dermatology issues. I am very happy with results of the minor surgical procedures carried out by her. She listens to my concerns and puts me at ease and I have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone.

I am so sad to hear that Dr Sylvia McKenna my doctor for 23 years in Wheaton Hall Medical Practice is leaving. She will be really missed, truly a wonderful doctor, so compassionate, caring, and brilliant. I wish you the very best in your move to Blackrock. Thank you for all your help and wonderful care over all the years. Forever grateful.

I have been a patient of Dr McKenna for over 15 years, and it is hard to put into words the impact she has had on my life. Throughout that time, she has been an unwavering source of support, reassurance and exceptional medical care. From pregnancy, to significant health scares, to navigating complex decisions and even travelling abroad for surgery, she has always been a calm, steady and deeply compassionate presence.

Dr McKenna has an extraordinary ability to listen, to reassure, and to guide with both clinical excellence and genuine humanity. She creates a sense of safety and trust that is rare, and I have always felt completely supported and understood under her care.

While I will miss her greatly, I am delighted for her as she begins this new chapter. I would highly recommend Dr McKenna — anyone fortunate enough to have her as their GP is truly in the very best hands.

I brought my 10-year-old daughter to Dr McKenna for problem acne after trying every over-the-counter product with no success. From the very first visit, it was clear that Dr McKenna truly knows skin, particularly pre-teen and teenage skin. She immediately understood the issue and prescribed the exact treatment needed.

Within just a few short weeks, my daughter’s skin had completely cleared, and with it came a huge boost in her confidence. The difference has been incredible. Dr McKenna is exceptionally knowledgeable, reassuring and practical in her approach. She is fantastic at what she does and I would highly recommend her to any parent seeking expert help with children’s or teenage skin concerns.

Dr McKenna gave a gentle but thorough explanation of the proposed treatment each time and I am very happy with the result. She addressed any concerns or questions I had in a professional and kind manner and is an excellent practitioner.

I wish her every success in her new practice.

Dr. Sylvia provided a great service during my recent minor surgery for a mole removal. She clearly explained the process before, during and after the procedure with great attention to detail. I would highly recommend Dr. Sylvia