Professional Skin Cancer Checks & Early Detection
In Port Hedland, WA, Hedland Dental Care has partnered with Christine Comans from Skin ChX in Perth to bring professional, comprehensive skin cancer screening directly to our community.
You can have complete peace of mind knowing that the clinician performing your skin check holds postgraduate qualifications in skin cancer medicine and brings extensive real-world screening experience to every appointment.
What a Full Body Skin Check Involves
A full body skin check is a thorough, head-to-toe examination of your skin carried out by a trained skin cancer clinician. During your appointment, Christine will carefully examine every area of your skin, including areas that are difficult to check yourself, such as the scalp, back, and behind the ears.
If anything looks suspicious or warrants further investigation, Christine will refer you for appropriate diagnosis, management, and treatment with the relevant specialist. Skin checks are the most effective way to detect skin cancer early, and early detection provides the best possible treatment outcomes.
Meet Christine Comans
Christine Comans GCMed (Skin Cancer Medicine) BAppHSc (Clinical Aesthetics)
Christine is a highly qualified skin cancer clinician who studied skin cancer medicine at the University of Queensland. In a single year, she performed more than 3,000 individual skin cancer screenings in workplace settings, reflecting both her dedication and the depth of her clinical experience.
Christine has travelled extensively across Western Australia to deliver workplace skin checks and is proud to now bring her expertise to Port Hedland, WA. Her academic qualifications include a graduate certificate in medicine specialising in skin cancer medicine, as well as a bachelor of applied health science in clinical aesthetics.
Christine is also a dermal clinician with advanced knowledge in skin science, developed through her undergraduate studies and many years of clinical practice. She is passionate about skin health in its fullest sense, not only in detecting and managing skin cancers but also in supporting the broader skin health of every patient she sees.
Why Skin Checks Are Essential in Regional WA
Living in Port Hedland means exposure to some of the highest UV radiation levels in the country for much of the year. Outdoor workers and those who spend significant time in the sun face a substantially elevated risk of developing skin cancers, including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. The earlier a skin cancer is identified, the simpler and more effective the treatment is likely to be.
A full-body skin check is quick, painless, and could genuinely be life-saving. It is one of the most straightforward steps you can take to protect your long-term health.
Skin Check FAQs
How often should I have a skin check?
For most people living in high UV exposure areas like Port Hedland, WA, an annual skin check is recommended. Those with a personal or family history of skin cancer, a large number of moles, or significant accumulated sun damage may benefit from more frequent checks. Christine will advise you on the right interval for your situation.
Do I need a referral to book a skin check?
No referral is needed. You can book directly through Skin ChX by calling (08) 6558 0480.
What should I do if I notice a new or changing spot on my skin?
Do not wait for your next scheduled skin check. If you notice a spot that is new, changing in size or colour, itchy, bleeding, or otherwise unusual, book an appointment as soon as possible.
What is the difference between a skin check and a standard GP assessment?
A skin check performed by a specialist skin cancer clinician is a dedicated, thorough examination using tools and training focused specifically on the detection and management of skin cancer. While a GP can perform basic skin assessments, a clinician with postgraduate qualifications in skin cancer medicine offers a higher level of specialisation and diagnostic detail.
Call 1800 230 230 to get checked sooner rather than later.
