Skin Cancer Checks - Canberra - 02 6294 9366
Conder Surgery provides comprehensive skin cancer checks in Canberra. The surgery is conveniently located at Shop 3, 3 Sidney Nolan Street, Conder, ACT (near the Lanyon Marketplace), and operates Monday to Saturday (excluding public holidays). An EFTPOS terminal is available, along with on-site parking – making your skin cancer check in Canberra as easy as possible.
The skin clinic at Conder Surgery is led by Dr Qays Alsha’er – a registered General Practitioner with Advanced Certificates in Skin Cancer Medicine, Skin Cancer Surgery, and Dermoscopy. Dr Alsha’er is accredited with the Skin Cancer College Australasia – the peak body for primary care skin cancer practitioners.
Types of Skin Cancers
The three types of skin cancer commonly found in Canberra are:-
Basal cell carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma
Melanoma (an aggressive form of skin cancer)
Rarer forms of skin cancer include dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP), Kaposi sarcoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, and sebaceous gland carcinoma.
Dr Qays Alsha’er
Why Skin Cancer Checks are Required in Canberra
It’s imperative to have regular skin cancer checks in Canberra – due to the city’s clear skies and relatively high altitude. As people get older, their chances of developing skin cancer increase, especially if they’ve been sunburnt in the past.
Some symptoms of possible skin cancer include:-
Crusty, weeping sores that don’t heal.
Existing moles that bleed or have more than one colour.
New moles, spots, and lumps on the skin.
Existing moles and freckles that change colour, shape, or size.
Scar-like formations on the skin.
Black streaks under fingernails and toenails (may also be nail fungus).
Vision problems (ocular melanoma).
If any part of your skin looks or feels strange, a precautionary skin cancer check is highly recommended. A thorough skin cancer check is available at Conder Surgery in Canberra. Dr Alsha’er and his team use the renowned ABCDE approach when checking for skin cancers, which focuses on Asymmetry, Border, Colour, Diameter, and Evolution (or Evolving).
The Conder Surgery Value Proposition
Conder Surgery is renowned for its comprehensive skin cancer checks in Canberra.
The surgery operates 6 days a week and has on-site parking.
Conder Surgery provides a one-stop skin service – covering assessment, diagnosis, and minor surgery (if required).
All medical staff performing skin cancer checks at Conder Surgery in Canberra are fully qualified and insured.
Conder Surgery adheres to strict hygiene and professional standards.
Dr Alsha’er and the team at Conder Surgery recommend a skin cancer check in Canberra at least every twelve months.
Frequently Asked Questions About Skin Cancer Checks in Canberra
Are skin cancer checks invasive or painful?
No. The doctor will ask you to remove your clothes (down to your underwear) and lie on an examination couch. He/she will then examine your skin.
Are skin cancer checks in Canberra free?
The general answer is “no.” Conder Surgery is not a bulk billing medical practice; however, exceptions may apply. All potential patients can ask Reception for an estimate of fees and out-of-pocket expenses.
Is skin cancer life-threatening?
If detected early, most skin cancers can be treated successfully. The key is early detection – so it’s imperative to have regular skin cancer checks in Canberra.
Contact Details
To book an appointment for a skin cancer check in Canberra, please call Reception at Conder Surgery on (02) 6294 9366.
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