Skin Checks

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, making regular skin checks an important part of preventative healthcare. Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes.

At Calamvale Family Practice, we provide comprehensive skin examinations in a professional and respectful environment.

Skin Cancer Checks

Our doctors perform thorough full-body skin examinations to assess moles, freckles and lesions for any signs of skin cancer, including melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers.

We recommend regular skin checks for:

• Patients with fair skin
  
• Those with a history of sun exposure or sunburn
  
• Individuals with a personal or family history of skin cancer
  
• Patients with numerous or changing moles

Your doctor will advise how frequently you should have a follow-up examination based on your individual risk profile.

Minor Surgical Removal of Skin Lesions

If a suspicious lesion is identified, we may recommend removal for biopsy or treatment. Minor procedures are performed in-clinic using sterile techniques and local anaesthetic to ensure patient comfort.

We also remove benign lesions where clinically appropriate.

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic Therapy is a treatment option for certain precancerous or superficial skin lesions. This procedure involves the application of a specialised light-sensitive cream followed by light activation to target abnormal cells.

Your doctor will determine whether PDT is suitable for your condition.