Skin Cancer Screening

Full-body mole mapping and dermoscopy for skin cancer detection

Skin cancer — including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma — is highly treatable when detected early. Our skin cancer screening service provides a full-body examination with dermoscopy, enabling identification of suspicious lesions before they become life-threatening.

High sun exposure in the UAE makes skin cancer risk relevant for expatriates and UAE nationals alike; annual screening is recommended for those with multiple moles, fair skin, history of sunburn or a personal or family history of skin cancer.

Key Benefits

Full-body dermoscopy examination in a single appointment
Dermoscopy significantly improves diagnostic accuracy over the naked eye
Suspicious lesion biopsy performed in-clinic if indicated
Mole mapping available for high-risk patients

Is This Treatment Right For You?

Patients with multiple moles or changing skin lesions
Fair-skinned individuals with high sun exposure in the UAE
Those with personal or family history of skin cancer

What to Expect

Skin Cancer Consultation

Sun exposure history, skin type and personal history reviewed.

Full-Body Examination

Systematic full-body skin check by the dermatologist.

Dermoscopy

Dermoscope used to assess suspicious lesions in detail.

Biopsy or Referral

Lesion biopsy performed in-clinic or specialist referral arranged if indicated.

Recovery & Aftercare

No downtime; minor wound dressing for 3–5 days if a biopsy is taken.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I have a skin cancer check?

Annually for moderate-to-high-risk individuals; every 2 years for low-risk patients — your dermatologist will advise the appropriate frequency.

Can skin cancer be detected by looking at moles myself?

The ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Colour, Diameter, Evolving) helps but dermoscopy by a trained dermatologist is significantly more accurate for early detection.