Skin Check Services
Next Practice Claremont offers a comprehensive head-to-toe skin check service for early detection, prevention and treatment of a range of skin conditions such as melanoma and skin cancer.
Our team of dedicated and trained GPs use a Dermatoscope to examine the skin below the surface, allowing for a more accurate diagnosis and comprehensive examination. Our skin check service includes mole mapping, along with a corresponding treatment plans for any 'at risk' moles.
It’s recommended that every adult in Australia has a professional skin check at least once a year.
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Meet our Specialists
Dr Riaz Hashemi
Dr David Hoffman
What to expect at your Skin Check?
Before your initial skin check appointment, take a moment to examine your skin, scalp, and private areas. Make a mental note of any areas of concern that you'd like to discuss with your doctor. It's important not to wear makeup, artificial tanner, or nail polish to your appointment. This ensures that your doctor has a clear and unobstructed view of your skin.
During the skin check, your doctor will ask you to undress down to your undergarments. You'll then be positioned either lying or sitting on the examination couch. Using a specialised tool called a Dermatoscope, your doctor will closely examine your skin. This device allows for detailed examination of mole or lesion patterns. Research has demonstrated that doctors trained in Dermoscopy possess a high level of accuracy in identifying skin cancers. If there are any moles or lesions in areas not immediately visible, such as undergarments, be sure to inform your doctor so they can examine those areas as well.
Any suspicious lesions will be documented by the doctor. Subsequently, your doctor will discuss with you the type of biopsy required. This may involve a representative biopsy, where a portion of the lesion is removed for pathological examination, or complete excision, where the entire lesion is extracted for analysis. In some cases, certain moles may only require observation, which could involve the use of digital photography to monitor changes in the mole over time.
Cost and Consultation Time
A skin check at Next Practice Claremont will take up to 30 minutes. Please refer to our Fees Page for more information on pricing. Treatments such as mole removal will be quoted by your doctor at the time of your appointment.
