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(03) 5275 5737
(03) 5275 5939
Bell Post Shopping Centre - 290 Anakie Rd
Norlane VIC 3214
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
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Skin Checks

Have you noticed a change in the look of your skin?

Did you know that non-melanoma skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world? It affects two out of every three Australians by the age of 70.

While skin cancer is almost entirely preventable, early detection is important.

If you have a mole that is worrying you or you’ve noticed any of the following changes, it’s important to have it checked by a doctor as soon as possible. It only takes 15 minutes, and could save your life.

  • Has your mole changed in colour or size, or has become itchy?
  • Do you have an area of skin that never heals?
  • Do you have a spot that has grown quickly, or is new?

Even if you feel your skin is healthy, we recommend seeing a doctor for a skin check at least once a year, especially if you spend time in the sun for work or leisure.

We have GPs practising at Bell Post Medical Centre who have significant experience in the early detection and management of all types of skin cancer. While most doctors can perform skin checks, the doctors at Bell Post Medical Centre have further qualifications in this field. They can also remove any dangerous spots or moles, saving you a trip to the dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

We recommend annual skin checks for people aged 50 years and over, or who have:

  • Family history of melanoma
  • Previous history of non-melanoma skin cancer
  • Previous history of melanoma
  • Attended a solarium more than five times
  • Significant sun damage
  • A spot that has changed, is new, or has become symptomatic.

If this is you, or someone you know, please book a skin check appointment by calling us on 03 5275 5737 .

After Hours

In a medical emergency, please call 000 and ask for an ambulance.

If you require medical assistance, Barwon Health's University Hospital Geelong is located on Bellerine St (main entrance) or Ryrie Street (emergency entrance), Geelong. Ph: (03) 4215 0000. Barwon Health North is located at 155 Princess Hwy, Norlane. Ph: (03) 4215 8000.

Private emergency medical services are also available at St John of God Hospital, located at Myers St, Geelong. Ph: (03) 5226 8888 or Epworth Geelong, located at 1 Epworth Place, Waurn Ponds. Ph: (03) 5271 7777.

For out of hours medical services, please call the National Home Doctor Service 13SICK on 13 74 25 or the After Hours GP Helpline on 1800 022 222 or visit https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/after-hours-gp-helpline