Skin Checks

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. 

Two in three Australians are diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70. 

Regular skin checks help detect abnormalities before they spread or become dangerous with early detection being key.

Sun exposure is the most significant risk factor, but genetics, skin type, gender, and other factors also contribute if you have:

• a mole that has changed
• lots of moles, or more than 10 moles on your arms
• fair skin that easily burns
• past episodes of significant sunburn
• frequent sun exposure
• an outdoor job or previous outdoor job 
• an outdoor sport or hobby
• a history of using tanning beds
• a skin spot that bleeds easily or is tender
• a personal or family history of skin cancer
• a lowered immune system, such as taking immunosuppressant medication

Dr Hong Wu and Dr Yuan-Hsun Chang have a special interest in skin cancer medicine having undertaken additional training in skin cancer medicine with the Australasian College of Dermatologists or HealthCert Education in association with the Skin Cancer Institute.

Please contact reception on 5243 5566 or book online for a skin check.

The fee for a skin check is $170.00 with a rebate of $82.90. 

Additional fees may apply for any biopsies taken.