There are 3 main types of skin cancer namely:
– Melanoma
– Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
– Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
The most dangerous of these types is Melanoma, although all of these forms can be successfully treated if captured and detected early.

Please schedule an appointment with your GP or skin doctor immediately for a professional review and obtain medical advice. The sooner you do this, the better.

We have Skin Cancer Doctors accredited by the Skin Cancer College Australasia. The imaging we provide is not routine, and is usually undertaken at skin cancer clinics. At Bluff Road Medical, we offer GP services and skin check-ups all conveniently under the one roof!

Our Sandringham skin doctors have undertaken advanced study to specialise in this area. We see high volumes of skin cancer, so we know what to look out for when it comes to identifying suspicious lesions and moles. What’s more, you won’t have to wait months to see us for your skin check.

A skin cancer doctor performs a mole check in order to do a full-body review of your moles. He or she can identify any suspicious lesions you have which are potentially cancerous. At Bluff Road Medical, we use mole mapping during a mole check to help detect the presence of skin cancers as early as possible.

A mole map is when pictures of moles are taken so that we can assess their growth over time. We utilise Fotofinder technology to magnify moles and better observe their deeper structures in order to detect skin cancers early. We use such images for future reference at follow up-visits and for monitoring any changes. This kind of technology is strongly advised for high-risk patients who have a personal history of skin cancer or family members with it.

We recommend having a molecheck at least once a year. If we notice a suspicious mole or lesion, we will either biopsy it or request that you return in 1-3 months. Afterwards, we will review any changes in moles that we initially flagged as signs of potential skin cancer.

If your doctor is concerned about a particular mole or lesion, they may suggest a biopsy to determine whether it is cancerous. This can be performed on-site at our clinic. We will take a small sample of the mole, then send it away for testing.

If the mole or lesion is malignant, our doctors can remove it on-site via surgery. We can remove most types of skin cancer or moles at our Sandringham medical clinic. Your doctor can explain the cost, results processing time and anticipated downtime (if any) to you during your appointment.

The doctors have conducted thousands of skin examinations between them.

During your 30-minute appointment, your Skin Cancer Doctor will undertake a full-body skin examination, check moles and suspicious skin lesions, then photographed using our FotoFinder Digital Dermoscopy system. Your Doctor will then provide their professional assessment.

At Bluff Road Medical, we provide a comprehensive skin cancer screening and management service. Skin Cancer Doctors are experts at identifying suspicious moles and lesions, and we also offer state-of-the-art digital imaging of your skin. We assess all forms of sun damage, including skin cancers such as melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and solar keratosis.

We recommend having a skin check-up once a year. If you are concerned about a mole or lesion that has changed in appearance, please make an appointment to see us immediately. Similarly, if someone in your family has been diagnosed with skin cancer, it may be a good idea for you to schedule a skin check-up.

What’s involved?

During your 30-minute appointment, your skin cancer doctor will undertake a detailed, full-body skin examination. Moles and suspicious skin lesions will be checked, then photographed using our FotoFinder Digital Dermoscopy system. These images can be used for future reference at follow-up visits to monitor any changes. This technology is designed for early skin cancer detection, and is strongly advised for high-risk patients with a personal or family history of skin cancer.

Patients are asked not to wear makeup or face creams to this consultation.

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. In fact, two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they’re 70. For that reason, it’s extremely important to be vigilant about your skin and to have regular check-ups. The sooner a skin cancer is identified and treated, the better the prognosis.