Our GPs provide full body skin checks to assess moles, spots and other skin lesions that may require closer examination. They can also discuss your individual skin cancer risk and recommend further monitoring or treatment where appropriate.
Whether you've noticed a changing mole, have a history of skin cancer or would like to discuss your individual skin cancer risk, our doctors can help.
Full Body Skin Check: $197.10 | Medicare rebate: $87.10 | Out-of-pocket: $110
Full Body Skin Cancer Checks in Brighton
Dr Guan Ye, Dr Peter Semaan and Dr Isabella Liu welcome patients for full body skin checks, with appointments available to book online.
Please select “Full Body Skin Check” as the appointment type.
Dr Marcus Peplow and Dr Charis Herman also perform full body skin checks, but only for their existing regular patients.
What Happens During a Full Body Skin Cancer Check?
During your appointment, your GP will examine your skin for suspicious moles, spots or lesions. They may also ask about your personal and family history of skin cancer, previous sun exposure and any changes you've noticed.
Your doctor may use a dermatoscope, a handheld magnifying instrument that allows closer examination of skin lesions.
If a suspicious spot is identified, your GP will explain the findings and discuss the next steps. Depending on the circumstances, this may involve monitoring, a biopsy, treatment or referral to a specialist.
If you have a particular mole or spot that concerns you, please point it out during your appointment.
When Should You Have a Mole or Spot Checked?
It's important to be familiar with your skin so you can recognise changes.
You should arrange an appointment if you notice:
A new mole or spot, particularly one that looks different from your others.
An existing mole changing in size, shape or colour.
A spot that bleeds, crusts, itches or becomes painful.
A sore that doesn't heal.
Any other skin lesion that concerns you.
You don't need to wait for a routine full body skin check if you notice a suspicious change.
The frequency of regular skin checks depends on your individual circumstances, including your skin type, history of sun exposure and personal or family history of skin cancer. Your GP can help determine an appropriate approach for you.
Skin Cancer Treatment and Follow-Up
If a suspicious lesion is identified, your GP will discuss the most appropriate next steps. Depending on the findings, treatment may be provided at North Brighton Medical or referral to a dermatologist or other specialist may be recommended.
Our doctors can also review previously identified moles or lesions that require ongoing monitoring. Where possible, we recommend booking follow-up appointments with the same GP to help maintain continuity of care.
Book a Skin Cancer Check
Whether you're concerned about a changing mole or would like a comprehensive skin check, our GPs can help.