Skin cancer checks
Expert detection and care — right here at your local GP practice
What is a skin check?
A thorough examination of your skin — from head to toe
What is a Skin Check?
A thorough examination of your skin — from head to toe
A skin check is a whole-body examination performed by one of our GPs to assess your skin for any signs of cancer, pre-cancerous change, or other conditions that need attention. Using dermoscopy — a specialised handheld magnification device — our doctors can examine lesions in far greater detail than the naked eye allows.
Skin checks at TSMP go beyond a quick look. We take a full history of your sun exposure, previous skin cancers, and family history, and examine every surface of your skin systematically — including your scalp, the soles of your feet, and between your toes. If anything needs to be investigated or treated, we can discuss your options on the same day.
No referral is required. You can book directly online or by phone.
Who needs a skin check?
Skin checks are for everyone living in North Queensland
Townsville's tropical latitude means UV levels remain high year-round — significantly higher than southern Australian cities. Cumulative sun exposure builds silently over decades, which is why regular skin checks matter even if you feel perfectly well and haven't noticed anything unusual.
The right check frequency depends on your individual risk. As a general guide:
Low Risk - younger adults, limited or no sunburn history, no personal or family history of skin cancer, darker skin type > Once off skin check or if you have any concerns
Moderate Risk - fair complexion, had a number of sunburns previously, many moles, personal history of skin cancer, or significant family history > Get checked every 1-2 years
High Risk - Previous melanoma diagnosis, multiple non-melanoma skin cancers, immunosuppression, or strong family history of melanoma. Your GP will guide your schedule.
Workplace Health
Skin Cancer Checks
Our doctors are qualified to complete whole body skin checks and advise on appropriate management. Occupational and lifetime exposure to the sun increases the risk of skin cancer many fold. Yearly skin checks can decrease the morbidity associated with developing skin cancer by allowing early intervention.
On-site Influenza and Covid Vaccination Programs
If you are concerned about the impact on influenza on the health of your employees and the productivity of your company, then an influenza vaccination program with TSMP is a convenient way minimise disruptions, protect productivity and invest in the health and wellbeing of your staff. Vaccinating your employees against influenza has shown to be cost effective as employees remaining healthier, reducing absenteeism and increasing productivity.
Other Vaccinations
If other occupational risks exist we can also facilitate other vaccine programs. Examples include but are not limited to Q fever, rabies, hepatitis A and B, typhoid, tetanus and whooping cough. See The Travel Clinic for further information
Video Consultations
If you have a busy schedule at your office or are travelling out-of-town then video consultations are available with our doctors. The video consult offers you medical care where you need it and can be conducted from your office or home on your desktop computer, or travelling using a mobile device such as laptop or smart phone/tablet.
