Dr Colin French graduated in Medicine from the University of Queensland. In his medical career, he has worked in various states, cities, and countries, as well as overseas. Some of this time was spent in the Royal Australian Air Force.
He has a special interest in skin cancer medicine and surgery, having plastic surgery training early in his career and keeping up and developing skills over a 25-year period. He has also advanced training in the fields of aviation medicine and emergency medicine. But he also enjoys the full breadth of general practice, particularly children’s health and health promotion.
Dr French has also provided education and training to many students and junior doctors over the years. Periodically, he has university medical students with his practice, most recently from Newcastle University.
He is an aircraft enthusiast and was formerly an RAAF aeronautical engineer, pilot and doctor.
At home, he enjoys family time with his wife, kids and pets. He coaches basketball, enjoys riding bikes, and spends time at the beach.
