What is Skin Cancer Management?
Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70 — and early detection is the single most important factor in successful treatment. Dr Pateel's skin cancer certification means thorough, dermoscopic assessment is available right here at the practice.
Treat or Refer
Benign lesions managed in-practice; suspicious lesions referred promptly for further care.
On-Site Dermoscopy
Magnified examination of individual lesions using a dermatoscope for greater accuracy.
Certified Skin Cancer GP
Dr Ram Pateel holds skin cancer management certification and is experienced in dermoscopic lesion assessment.
Full Body Examination
A thorough head-to-toe skin check, not just the spots you're worried about.
Know What to Look For
Asymmetry & Border
One half doesn't match the other, or edges are ragged, blurred, or irregular.
Colour & Diameter
Uneven colouring — brown, black, red, or white — or larger than 6mm (pencil eraser size).
Evolving
Any spot changing in size, shape, colour, or that starts bleeding or itching.
Who Should Get a Skin Check?
Routine Checks
Adults who haven't had a skin check in the past 12 months, or anyone with fair skin, many moles, or significant lifetime sun exposure.
Higher-Risk Patients
Anyone with a personal or family history of skin cancer or melanoma should be checked regularly and may need more frequent monitoring.
Who Is This For?
• Adults who haven't had a skin check in the past 12 months
• Anyone with a personal history of skin cancer or melanoma
• People with fair skin, many moles, or a family history of melanoma
• Patients with significant lifetime sun exposure
• Anyone concerned about a new or changing spot
What We Cover
• Full body skin examination — head to toe
• Dermoscopy — magnified assessment of individual lesions
• Diagnosis and management of benign lesions
• Referral for surgical removal of suspicious lesions
• Skin cancer education — sun protection and self-examination advice
• Ongoing surveillance and follow-up for high-risk patients
STEP 4
Ongoing Monitoring
High-risk patients are placed on a surveillance schedule — we contact you when due.
STEP 3
Assessment & Findings
Your GP discusses any findings — monitoring, biopsy, treatment, or specialist referral.
STEP 1
Book a Skin Check
Book online via HotDoc or call reception — mention it's a skin check so we allow 30 minutes.
STEP 2
Full Body Examination
Dr Pateel conducts a thorough skin exam, using a dermatoscope on individual lesions.