Melanoma
Assessment of changing or unusual pigmented lesions, diagnosis of melanoma, and long-term follow-up after treatment.
Private dermatology · Dublin 7
Dr Eoin Storan
MB BCh BAO · MRCPI · Dip Clin Ed
Consultant Dermatologist at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital and Assistant Clinical Professor at University College Dublin, seeing private patients for skin cancer, mole checks, inflammatory skin disease and aesthetic dermatology.
74 Eccles Street, Dublin 7
All major insurers accepted
Virtual appointments available
About
Training and experience
Dr Storan graduated in medicine from NUI Galway and was awarded membership of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland. He completed higher specialist training in dermatology on the RCPI Dermatology Specialist Training Scheme.
He subsequently undertook residency training at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he published research during his time there.
He then undertook fellowship training in advanced medical dermatology at St John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, London, and subsequently worked as a consultant treating complex inflammatory skin disease and skin cancer.
He is a Consultant Dermatologist at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, where his interests include atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, autoimmune blistering disorders, and skin cancer and melanoma. He teaches medical students as Assistant Clinical Professor at UCD and holds a Diploma in Clinical Education.
- Consultant DermatologistMater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin
- Assistant Clinical ProfessorUniversity College Dublin
- Fellowship, advanced medical dermatologySt John's Institute of Dermatology, Guy's and St Thomas', London
- Internal Medicine and DermatologyMayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- Specialist training in dermatologyRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
- MB BCh BAONUI Galway
Conditions treated
Medical and aesthetic dermatology for adults
Every appointment starts with a consultant assessment. Treatment is planned with you based on your skin, your history and what matters to you.
Skin cancer and moles
Diagnosis, treatment and surveillance of skin cancer, and checks for moles that are new, changing or worrying.
Non-melanoma skin cancer
Diagnosis and management of non-melanoma skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, the most common skin cancers in Ireland, as well as rarer types.
Sun damage and actinic keratoses
Rough, scaly patches on sun-exposed skin that can develop into skin cancer, treated with creams, freezing or other options.
Mole checks
Full skin examination with dermoscopy for people with many moles, a family history of melanoma, or a mole that has changed. What to look for
Inflammatory skin conditions
Long-term conditions that flare and settle, managed with treatments that range from creams to tablets and biologic injections.
Acne
Treatment for persistent or scarring acne, from topical and oral therapies to isotretinoin where appropriate, with monitoring throughout.
Rosacea
Treatment for facial redness, flushing, visible blood vessels and acne-like bumps, with advice on managing triggers.
Psoriasis
Management of skin, scalp and nail psoriasis, including systemic and biologic treatments for more extensive disease.
Eczema
Care for atopic dermatitis and other forms of eczema, including flare control, skin care routines and advanced treatments.
Benign skin lesions
Harmless growths that can still be a nuisance or a worry. A diagnosis gives reassurance, and removal is discussed where appropriate.
Seborrhoeic keratoses
Common raised, waxy or warty brown growths that appear with age and can look like moles.
Skin tags
Small, soft, harmless growths that often appear in skin folds such as the neck, armpits and groin.
Benign moles
Moles confirmed as harmless that catch on clothing, are cosmetically troublesome, or are hard to monitor.
Vascular lesions
Cherry angiomas and other small red or purple spots made of blood vessels.
Aesthetic dermatology
Medical assessment first, with treatment options discussed in person.
Facial lines
Doctor-led consultations for lines and wrinkles, with a plan suited to your skin and goals.
Excessive sweating
Assessment and treatment of hyperhidrosis of the underarms, hands or feet.
Surgical procedures, such as skin cancer excisions and removal of skin lesions, are carried out by Dr Storan at the Surgical Institute Dublin in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.
When to get a mole checked
The ABCDE signs
Most moles are harmless. These features are reasons to have one examined by a doctor.
AAsymmetry
The two halves of the mole do not match.
BBorder
Edges that are ragged, notched or blurred.
CColour
Several shades of brown, black, red or blue.
DDiameter
Larger than about 6 mm, the size of a pencil eraser.
EEvolving
Any change in size, shape, colour, itching or bleeding.
A new spot that looks different from your other moles, or a sore that does not heal within a few weeks, should also be checked. If you are worried about a lesion, contact your GP or the practice.
Who should consider a mole check
- People with more than 50 moles, or with large or unusual moles
- Anyone with a personal or family history of melanoma or other skin cancer
- Fair skin that burns easily, red or fair hair, or a history of blistering sunburn
- Past sunbed use, or years of outdoor work or sun exposure
- People on medicines that suppress the immune system, including organ transplant recipients
What happens at a mole check
- Dr Storan asks about your skin history, sun exposure and any moles that concern you.
- He examines your skin from scalp to soles, including areas that are hard to see yourself.
- Any mole of concern is looked at closely with a dermatoscope, a handheld magnifying light that shows structures beneath the skin surface.
- He explains what he has found. Most moles need no treatment. A suspicious lesion may be removed or sampled for analysis, and you will be advised on how often to have your skin checked.
Appointments
How to book
Referral
A GP referral is needed for medical dermatology appointments. Mole checks and aesthetic consultations can be booked directly.
Arrange a time
Contact Susan Hand, practice secretary, by phone or email to book. Urgent skin cancer concerns are prioritised.
Your consultation
Bring a list of your medicines and any previous treatments. For mole checks, please come without make-up or nail varnish.
Health insurance
Dr Storan is registered with all major Irish health insurers.
VHILaya HealthcareIrish Life HealthLevel HealthPrison Officers' Medical AidGarda Medical AidESB Medical Provident Fund
Cover for consultant fees varies by plan, so check your policy before your visit.
Fees
Please email the practice to ask about consultation and procedure fees. All costs are explained before any treatment.
Virtual appointments
Video consultations are available where suitable, such as for reviews and follow-up. Skin checks and procedures need an in-person visit.
For GPs
Refer a patient
Send referrals by Healthmail. Please include the reason for referral, relevant history, current medications, and photographs of the lesion if available.
Eoin.storan1@healthmail.ie
Contact
Find the practice
- Address
- 74 Eccles Street, Dublin 7, D07 X2P8
- Secretary
- Susan Hand
- Phone
- +353 87 187 1544
- eoinstoranoffice@imeddoc.com
- GP referrals
- Eoin.storan1@healthmail.ie
- Clinics
- By appointment. Please contact Susan for availability.
Getting here
- Eccles Street is beside the Mater Hospital, off Dorset Street and the North Circular Road.
- Luas Green Line: Dominick or Phibsborough stops, a short walk away.
- Dublin Bus routes along Dorset Street and Phibsborough Road stop nearby.
- Parking is available in the Mater Hospital car park and on surrounding streets. Spaces can be hard to find, so please allow plenty of time or consider public transport.