Your skin deserves a closer look!
Village Health is excited to announce the launch of SkinScope, a dedicated skin check clinic in Spreydon, Christchurch, for the early detection of melanoma and other skin cancers plus ongoing skin surveillance.
Dr Eve Fitzgerald and Dr Nicole Anderson are both GP specialists with extended scope for skin cancer medicine.
If you've had a skin cancer diagnosed in the past you should be having an annual skin check. Talk to us about our annual check-ups.
Why Choose SkinScope?
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Trained Skin Cancer Doctors – All consultations are performed by doctors with specialised training in skin cancer detection and management.
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Optimascan – Your SkinScope journey starts with the latest tech in Total Body Photography -scanning your entire skin in just 61 seconds
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Dermatoscope Technology – suspicious moles and spots are examined with a dermatoscope, allowing us to see changes not visible to the naked eye allowing earlier and more accurate skin cancer diagnosis.
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DermEngine Software – We use advanced dermatology-specific software for the imaging, documentation and analysis of skin conditions and skin cancer.
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Early Detection Saves Lives – The earlier skin cancer is found, the easier it is to treat. Regular skin checks could save your life and your looks!
SkinScope Services
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Full-body Dermoscopy skin checks
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Optimascan Full Body Photography
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Mole surveillance and monitoring (includes full mapping)
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Spot checks for new or changing moles
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Skin biopsies
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Skin Cancer management including cryotherapy, topical chemotherapy or excision
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Skin cancer prevention and education
Who Needs a Skin Check?
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Anyone who notices a new, changing, or unusual spot
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If you have ever been sunburnt
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If you spend lots of time working or playing outdoors
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People with fair skin, freckles, or lots of moles
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Anyone with a family or personal history of skin cancer
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Anyone on immunosuppressant medication or has had an organ transplant
SkinScope – expert skin checks using the latest technology to save your skin!
More Information
Total Body Photography
Total Body Photography (known as TBP) is the most effective technique for imaging all spots on a your full body. SkinScope uses Dermengine’s streamlined software and intelligent analytics in conjunction with our skin cancer doctors to document and track your moles and spots.
A personalised 3D body map is created and integrated directly into your patient record.
Changes in your spots can then be identified early through regular checks leading to early detection of skin cancers, early treatment and your peace of mind!
SkinScope Doctors
Dr Eve Fitzgerald and Dr Nicole Anderson are both GP specialists with an extended scope in skin cancer identification and management.
Drs Eve and Nicole work collaboratively to ensure the best management of your skin spots.
They are excited to be part of the launch of SkinScope by Village Health and to be using the most advanced technology provided by Dermengine and Optimascan.
Dr Eve Fitzgerald
FRNZCGP, MBChB, Cert Advanced Dermoscopy and Cert Clinical Skin Cancer Medicine & Surgery (SCCA)
Initially training in general surgery, Eve transitioned to General Practice as her family grew. She uses her expert surgical skills to perform complex skin cancer excisions. She has undertaken advanced training in New Zealand, Australia and the USA in both dermoscopy and the medical and surgical management of skin cancer (Skin Cancer College of Australasia).
Dr Eve Fitzgerald is an Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor with the Skin Cancer College Australasia. This means that she has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer.
Dr Nicole Anderson
FRNZCGP, MBChB Dip Obs, Dip Int Health, Dip Trav Health, Cert Dermoscopy & Cert Skin Cancer Medicine (SCCA)
Nicole has over 30 years’ experience as a GP. She developed her interest in skin cancer medicine while working in Brisbane and undertook initial dermoscopy training there in 2011. Returning to NZ in 2022, she undertook the Skin Cancer College of Australasia’s certificates in Dermoscopy and in Skin Cancer Medicine. She has been doing regular skin checks and diagnostic biopsies as well as standard skin cancer excisions.
Your skin deserves a closer look! - By Experts!
SkinScope Clinic
SkinScope is located in "The Annex" at 30 Lincoln Road
There's plenty of parking around the back of the building.
Appointments
Skin check appointments with a doctor are available NOW.
Please fill out the questionnaire below by clicking on the link, one of our doctors will be in touch with appropriate appointment length and appointment options.
Any enquiries, please ring Village Health Lincoln Road Reception on 03 3388-595
The OptimaScan arrives in November and will be available for scanning soon after. Watch this space!