Doctor Skin Checks
Follow-Up & Ongoing Skin Surveillance
After treatment or assessment, ongoing skin surveillance is an important part of reducing future risk. Regular follow-up allows doctors to detect new or recurring lesions early.
What Does Follow-Up Care Involve?
Follow-up may include:
- Scheduled doctor skin checks
- Monitoring previous treatment sites
- Assessment of new lesions
- Education on self-checks and prevention
Your doctor will recommend an appropriate follow-up schedule.
Long-Term Skin Cancer Care
Patients with previous skin cancer benefit from structured, long-term surveillance. DrSkinCheck provides continuity of care within Family Doctor clinics, supporting early detection and peace of mind.
What Your Appointment Includes
- Full-body skin examination by a doctor
- Dermoscopic assessment of moles and lesions
- Medical advice and reassurance
- Diagnosis where appropriate
- Discussion of biopsy or treatment options if needed
- Clear follow-up plan
Important:
Family Doctors conduct all DrSkinCheck appointments.
Who Should Book a Doctor Skin Check?
You should consider booking if you:
- Have fair skin or freckles
- Have had significant sun exposure or sunburn
- Have many moles or changing lesions
- Have a personal or family history of skin cancer
- Work outdoors or spend a lot of time in the sun
- Want reassurance from a doctor
Regular skin checks help detect skin cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
What Happens After You Book
- Choose a convenient appointment time
- Attend your appointment at a Family Doctor clinic
- Your doctor performs a full skin check
- Findings are discussed with you clearly
- If treatment is needed, the next steps are planned
No unnecessary delays. No fragmented referrals.
Fees & Medicare Rebates
DrSkinCheck appointments are doctor consultations.
Medicare rebates may apply depending on the services provided during your appointment. Our team can advise on fees and rebates at the time of booking.
ABOUT FAMILY DOCTOR
Family Doctor is one of Australia’s largest medical clinic networks, delivering high-quality, accessible primary care nationwide.
DrSkinCheck is delivered by Family Doctor doctors within established Family Doctor clinics, ensuring strong clinical governance and trusted care.
Frequently Asked Question
Who performs a DrSkinCheck?
All skin checks are performed by qualified Family Doctor doctors.
Is this a medical consultation?
Yes — this is a full medical consultation with a doctor.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required.
Is there a Medicare rebate?
Medicare rebates may apply depending on billing item numbers — advise at booking.
How often should I have a skin check?
Your doctor will recommend frequency based on risk — typically annually but may be more frequent.
What happens if skin cancer is found?
Your doctor will explain the diagnosis and treatment options and plan next steps with you.