Appointment Type: Skin Check

A skin check allows time for the doctor to check multiple spots of concern, and to check your skin more fully for moles you may not even know exist (for example, on your back).

Even if you haven’t noticed anything unusual yourself, a trained eye can often pick up signs that are easy to miss.

During your appointment, the doctor will assess both new and existing moles, freckles, and other marks. They may use a dermatoscope (a special magnifying tool with light) to look more closely at individual spots. This allows for a detailed view of the skin’s surface and helps in identifying subtle features that could indicate a risk. If anything suspicious is found, your doctor will discuss the next steps, which may include monitoring, photographing the spot for future comparison, or arranging a biopsy.

Skin checks are a simple and painless process, usually taking less than 30 minutes. Having regular skin checks provides peace of mind and ensures that any problems are detected as early as possible. The frequency of checks depends on your personal risk factors, such as skin type, family history, and sun exposure.

We recommend patients book a Total Body Photography appointment prior to their skin check. Total Body Photography (also known as mole mapping) is where photos of your whole body are taken in specific poses. This means that your doctor will be able to review these with you as part of your skin check appointment, and provide a baseline for future comparison.

Initial consultation, STANDARD SKIN CHECK - appointment suitable for those with multiple spots of concern or those simply wanting a full body check for skin cancer. Cost is $250 including dermoscopy and photography if required. Allow 30 minutes for the appointment. (Medicare Rebate of $82.90 paid back into your registered bank account, usually within 24 hours) Note that this cost is for an initial consultation. Costs for review consultations vary depending on length of review needed, but are lower than initial consultation costs.