Dr Petunia Malahlela

Continuous professional development is paramount to most skin doctors and the same could be said of Dr Malahlela. As a skin doctor she believes it is critical to remain updated with the latest developments in the field of dermatology and aesthetic medicine. She regularly attends as many dermatology conferences and seminars as possible. Dr Petunia Malahlela gives academic dermatology presentations to general practitioners for their annual refresher courses. In addition, she also gives non-academic dermatology talks to community organizations such as schools and churches.

A FEW WORDS FROM DR PETUNIA

“I am passionate about skin and I always strive to give my patients the best treatment for their skin conditions. I also feel that I have the responsibility of imparting knowledge with regards to the patient’s skin conditions, so that they can also teach others along their paths.” Dr Petunia Malahlela has a platform as a resident dermatologist of Thobela FM. This allows her to achieve this goal as a skin doctor. She does weekly “question and answer sessions” as well as give talks to the listeners on a broad range of dermatological issues and topics. Dr Malahlela has also been invited as a guest speaker on several local television shows.

“Although I am fascinated by all aspects of dermatology, I have a keen interest in the neglected field of Occupational Dermatology hence I chose to further my studies in this field.”

Dr Petunia currently works as a Specialist Dermatologist at Noviskin Dermatology in Brooklyn, Pretoria. She has a special interest in treating patients with Hair Loss, Pigmentation Disorders and Skin Cancer.