Skin cancer care
Skin cancer screening
An annual full-body skin exam is the single most reliable way to catch skin cancer early, when it's most treatable.
What it is.
A skin cancer screening is a head-to-toe visual exam, including the scalp, between toes, and other often-overlooked areas. We use a dermatoscope (a polarized hand-held magnifier) to examine suspicious lesions in detail.
Who it affects.
Most adults benefit from an annual skin check. Higher-risk patients (fair skin, many moles, family or personal history of skin cancer, significant sun exposure) may benefit every six months.
How we treat it.
If a lesion is concerning, we'll discuss the next steps with you and may perform a biopsy in the same visit. Most biopsies take only a few minutes. We follow up by phone with results, typically within 5–10 business days.
When to come in.
Schedule a skin check annually, or sooner if you notice any new, changing, bleeding, or non-healing spot.
Common questions.
Does the screening hurt?
No. A full-body skin exam is visual and entirely non-invasive.
Will my insurance cover the visit?
Most major insurance plans cover medically necessary skin cancer screenings. Bring your insurance card; our team can verify coverage in advance if you text or call ahead.
Related conditions.
Next step
Ready to schedule your visit?
Send a quick message and our team will reach out to schedule. Most patients can be seen within the same week.