Skin cancer checks in Dandenong
Found early, easier to treat
Most skin cancers can be treated successfully if they're found early.1 A check with an accredited skin cancer doctor is a simple way to find out.
- Bulk billed for Medicare card holders
- No referral needed
- At Langton Medical Centre, 37 Langhorne Street, Dandenong
Why a skin check matters
Skin cancer is common in Australia, and it becomes more common as we get older. The good news is that a skin check is quick, and it's bulk billed for Medicare card holders.
It's common
2 in 3Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70.2
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world.2
It becomes more common with age
Years of sun add up. Melanoma is more common in older adults.2,3
Some types mostly affect people over 50
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), a common skin cancer, occurs mostly in people over 50.2
You can't see everywhere
Skin cancer can grow on your back, your scalp, or even skin that doesn't get much sun. Some of these places are hard to check yourself.4
Found early, most can be treated
Most skin cancers can be treated successfully if they're found early.1
How often should you get checked? There's no set rule.2 If you're at higher risk, Dr Nagib may suggest regular checks, such as once a year. He'll look at your skin and your history, then tell you what's right for you.
Signs to watch for
Use the ABCDE guide to check your moles and spots.4
- A is for Asymmetry
The two halves of the spot don't match.
- B is for Border
The edge is uneven or spreading.
- C is for Colour
The spot is blotchy, with more than one colour.
- D is for Diameter
The spot is getting bigger.
- E is for Evolving
The spot is changing.
Also see a doctor if you notice:
- A new mole or spot, or one that looks different from your others
- A mole that gets bigger, or whose edge becomes uneven
- A spot that changes colour, for example from brown to black
- A spot that becomes raised, or grows a lump
- A mole that becomes rough, scaly or crusty
- A mole that itches, bleeds or weeps
- A sore that hasn't healed after a few weeks2,4
Not sure about a spot? Get it checked
You don't have to work it out on your own. Dr Nagib can look at any spot that worries you, and the rest of your skin too.
Bulk billed for Medicare card holders. No referral needed.
What happens at your skin check
No surprises. Here's what to expect, step by step.
Book
Book online with Dr Nagib, or call us. You don't need a referral. All consultations are bulk billed for Medicare card holders.
Check
He checks your skin from head to toe. He uses a hand-held dermatoscope to look closely at each spot.
Plan
He tells you what he found on the day. If a spot is suspicious, Dr Nagib will take a small sample (a biopsy). This is bulk billed for Medicare card holders too.
The check itself takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Skin Cancer Clinic at Langton Medical Centre: Dr Wagdi Nagib
Protect your skin with professional skin cancer checks, skin assessments and very early detection services.
Book an appointment with Dr Nagib for a thorough skin examination and personal care.
Training and qualifications
- Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
- Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor
- Diploma in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery
- Professional Certificate in Skin Cancer Surgery
- Professional Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery
- Advanced Certificate of Clinical Procedures
Mole and skin cancer removal, here at the clinic
If a spot needs to come off, Dr Nagib can remove it here. You don't need to go somewhere else.
- Mole and spot removal
- Biopsy: taking a small sample of skin to test
- Excision: cutting out a spot and closing the skin with stitches
- Skin flaps: moving nearby skin to cover the area after a spot is removed
- Skin grafts: using a thin piece of skin from another part of your body to cover the area
All bulk billed for Medicare card holders, including skin flaps and grafts.
Dr Nagib will explain your options and what to expect before any treatment.
Book a check with Dr Nagib
Start with a skin check. He will tell you what he finds on the day.
Bulk billed for Medicare card holders. No referral needed.
Questions people ask
Is the skin check really bulk billed?
Yes, if you have a valid Medicare card. Your skin check and any procedures with Dr Nagib are bulk billed. That includes mole removal, excisions, skin flaps and grafts.
What if I don't have a Medicare card?
Please call us on (03) 9791 8888 to ask about fees.
Can you check just one mole?
Yes. Tell Dr Nagib about the spot that worries you at the start of your visit. He may suggest checking the rest of your skin too.
How often should I get a skin check?
I don't like booking online. Can I call?
Of course. Call (03) 9791 8888 and our reception team will book you in.
Can I book for my mum, dad or partner?
Yes. Book online in their name, or call us on (03) 9791 8888.
Our skin cancer clinic in Dandenong
Dandenong Skin Cancer Clinic
at Langton Medical Centre37 Langhorne Street, Dandenong VIC 3175
(03) 9791 8888
Appointment times
| Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday | 8am to 5:50pm |
|---|---|
| Thursday | No appointments |
| Friday | 8am to 5:50pm |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
Getting here
We're in the centre of Dandenong, an easy trip from Doveton, Noble Park, Springvale, Keysborough and Endeavour Hills.
- Parking: street parking nearby
- Step-free access: ramps with handrails at the entrance
- In the same building: a pharmacy and St Vincent's Pathology (open 6 days)
Book your skin cancer check in Dandenong
Bulk billed for Medicare card holders. No referral needed.
Appointments Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8am to 5:50pm.
Sources
- Better Health Channel, Victorian Government. Skin cancer. betterhealth.vic.gov.au
- Cancer Council Australia. Skin cancer: causes, symptoms and risks. cancer.org.au
- Cancer Council Australia. UV radiation: risk factors and epidemiology. cancer.org.au
- Cancer Council Australia. Check for signs of skin cancer. cancer.org.au
- Cancer Victoria. Melanoma overview. cancervic.org.au