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Mole & skin lesion screening,
checked with real expertise

Nurse-led clinical screening with your images reviewed by a Consultant Dermatologist — clarity and reassurance about a mole or skin change, without the long wait. No GP referral needed.

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Nurse-led MASCED-accredited Consultant dermatologist review No GP referral needed
The service

A trusted second pair of eyes

A new mole, or a change to one you’ve had for years, is one of those worries that’s hard to sit with — and the wait for a routine GP appointment can stretch on. Our screening service gives you a clear, clinical answer, quickly.

Here’s how it works in practice. In clinic, we carry out a careful assessment and capture high-quality images of the mole or lesion using specialist photography equipment. Those images are then reviewed remotely by a Consultant Dermatologist through the Map My Mole platform, which follows the British Association of Dermatologists’ teledermatology guidelines. You receive a written report with a clear recommendation.

This is an assessment and screening service — we photograph, document and arrange expert review. We don’t remove moles or lesions; where onward treatment is advised, your report supports a fast, well-evidenced route to it, including an NHS referral through your GP.
When to get checked

The ABCDE of a mole

A simple way to spot the changes worth checking. If a mole shows any of these — or simply doesn’t feel right to you — it’s worth having it looked at. Most turn out to be harmless, and knowing is the point.

A

Asymmetry

One half doesn’t match the other — an irregular, uneven shape.

B

Border

Ragged, notched, blurred or otherwise irregular edges.

C

Colour

More than one shade — brown, black, pink, red, white or blue.

D

Diameter

Larger than about 6mm, or noticeably bigger than your others.

E

Evolving

Changing in size, shape or colour — or itching, bleeding or crusting.

The pathway

How your screening works

1

Book

Book online or contact us directly — no GP referral needed. Let us know if you’d like more than one mole or lesion looked at.

2

Clinical photography

In clinic, we assess and photograph each lesion with specialist equipment, documenting them individually for an accurate record.

3

Dermatologist review

Your images are reviewed remotely by a Consultant Dermatologist via the Map My Mole platform, in line with BAD teledermatology guidelines.

4

Your written report

You receive a clear written report with a recommendation. If onward care is advised, it can be shared with your GP to support an NHS referral.

Is it right for you

Who a screening helps

  • You’ve noticed a new mole, or a change to an existing one
  • You have a personal or family history of skin cancer
  • You’ve had significant sun exposure or use of sunbeds over the years
  • You have many moles and would like them documented and monitored
  • You’d like expert reassurance without a lengthy wait
  • You simply want peace of mind about a spot that’s been on your mind
Safe, and in expert hands

Clinical care you can trust

Screening is carried out by a nurse with recognised skin-cancer training, and every set of images is reviewed by a Consultant Dermatologist — so a clinical expert stands behind your result.

  • Nurse-led, with MASCED-accredited skin cancer training
  • Images reviewed by a Consultant Dermatologist
  • Map My Mole follows BAD teledermatology guidelines
  • A clear written report you can share with your GP

This service does not replace emergency medical care. If you have a lesion that is bleeding heavily, growing rapidly, or you are acutely concerned, please contact your GP, call NHS 111, or attend A&E directly.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How quickly will I get my results?
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Typically within a few working days of your appointment — considerably faster than the traditional GP referral pathway, which can take weeks or months. You’ll receive a clear written report with the dermatologist’s recommendation.
What happens if something concerning is found?
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Your report will say so clearly and explain what to do next. Because it’s a documented, dermatologist-reviewed assessment, it can be shared with your GP to support a faster, well-evidenced NHS referral. We’ll talk you through it so you’re never left unsure of the next step.
Can I have several moles checked in one appointment?
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Yes. Just let us know at the time of booking how many you’d like reviewed, and we’ll document each lesion separately so every one gets its own proper assessment.
Is this suitable for children?
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Please contact us directly to discuss, and note that anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the appointment.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
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No — you can book directly with us, with no referral needed upfront. If your result recommends onward care, the report is designed to support a referral into the NHS through your GP.
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Put your mind at ease

If a mole or skin change has been on your mind, don’t sit with the worry. Book a screening and we’ll get you a clear, expert answer — and if something needs a closer look, we’ll make sure it gets one, quickly.

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