Assessment and Treatment of Concerning Skin Lesions
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, and early detection plays a crucial role in improving outcomes. Medical practitioners consulting from Langpark Health offer assessment and excision of moles and other skin lesions that may be suspicious or require removal for diagnostic or therapeutic reasons.
Patients are encouraged to book a skin check appointment if they notice new, changing, or irregular moles, spots that don’t heal, or any other skin concerns. Following a skin check, a practitioner may recommend excision of a lesion for biopsy or complete removal.
What the Process May Include:
Full skin examination and mole assessment
Dermoscopic evaluation of suspicious lesions
Discussion of findings and treatment options
Minor surgical excision under local anaesthetic
Histopathology testing for diagnosis
Wound care advice and post-procedure follow-up
Reasons for Lesion Excision:
Suspicion of skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma)
Changes in size, shape, or colour of a mole
Bleeding, irritation, or discomfort from a lesion
Cosmetic concerns in some cases (as assessed individually)
Prioritising Skin Health
Regular skin checks can support early diagnosis and prompt treatment of skin cancer. Medical practitioners consulting from Langpark Health are experienced in skin assessments and may offer minor surgical procedures, including mole and skin cancer excisions, within the practice.
Appointments are available for skin checks and follow-up procedures. If a lesion requires attention, your practitioner will discuss the recommended next steps with you.
After Hours Service Phone 03 9789 5966 and a message will tell you how to contact the doctor on-call
Langpark Health celebrates and respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters on which we work, the Bunurong People of the South-Eastern Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
