GP-Led Medical Skin Checks – Robina, Gold Coast
MedCentres Robina
Evidence-based medical weight management led by your GP in Robina, Gold Coast. Compassionate care with a multidisciplinary approach and clear fees with Medicare rebates.
When to consider booking 'SCAN your skin'
Sore
A spot that is scaly, itchy, bleeding, tender, or not healing within six weeks.
SChanging
A mole’s size, shape, or colour is changing.
CAbnormal
A spot looks or feels different to your other spots.
ANew
A new spot, particularly if you are over 40. Pay attention to high‑sun areas such as the face, scalp, ears, neck, arms, hands and legs.
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Skin Check Appointment
What happens at your appointment
- A GP performs a full‑body skin examination in a private clinical setting.
- Dermatoscopic assessment of moles and lesions.
- Review of your skin type, sun exposure, and personal or family history.
- Clinical photography may be used to record baseline images where appropriate.
- If a suspicious lesion is identified, options may include monitoring, a diagnostic biopsy, local treatment, or referral to a specialist if required.
- Pathology timeframes vary; many results are returned within a few business days.
- Follow‑up plans are individualised and may range from every few months to every one to two years, depending on risk.
Mole Checks
Mole mapping with Derm Engine
- May be recommended if you have many moles, a family history of melanoma, or previous skin cancer.
- High‑quality total‑body and lesion imaging enables comparison across visits to detect small changes.
- May help support earlier identification of concerning changes and reduce unnecessary biopsies in some cases.
Skin Check Fees
Fees and Medicare
- Mixed/private billing.
- Medicare rebates may apply to eligible diagnostic consultations under current rules.
- Any out‑of‑pocket costs will be explained before treatment or biopsy proceeds, including relevant Medicare item numbers where applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Is a skin check covered by Medicare?
Medicare rebates may apply to eligible diagnostic consultations. Any gap fees will be confirmed before your appointment.
Can a GP do a skin check?
Yes. GPs in our clinic provide comprehensive skin checks, mole mapping with Derm Engine, diagnosis, and a range of treatments where appropriate.
What happens if a suspicious spot is found?
Your GP will explain suitable next steps. This may include monitoring, a diagnostic biopsy, local treatment, or referral to a specialist if required.
How often should I have my skin checked?
Frequency depends on your skin type, sun exposure, and personal or family history. Your GP will recommend an interval appropriate for you.
When should I book a skin check?
Consider booking if you notice a sore, changing, abnormal or new spot; if you have many moles; or if you have a personal or family history of skin cancer.
Book Your Skin Check Today
Whether you’ve noticed a changing spot or simply want peace of mind, a comprehensive skin check can help identify concerns early. Our Robina GPs provide thorough skin assessments with Derm Engine mole mapping and personalised follow-up recommendations where appropriate.
General advice only: Any decision to undergo a procedure should be made after a discussion with your GP about your individual circumstances, potential benefits, risks, and alternatives. Outcomes vary between individuals. No result can be guaranteed.