Map My Mole – Professional Mole & Skin Lesion Checks in Monmouth
Worried about a mole or unusual skin lesion? Get expert advice from a UK consultant dermatologist, with a digital report available within 48 hours.
At Hook Podiatry in Monmouth, we offer the Map My Mole service, providing convenient access to professional mole and skin lesion assessments without the need to arrange an initial private dermatology appointment.
With the average consultation with a private consultant dermatologist costing £250+, Map My Mole offers you a review and report from a UK consultant dermatologist for £75.
Whether you've noticed a new mole, a change in an existing mole, or an unusual mark on your skin, having it professionally assessed can help you understand what it might be and whether further investigation is necessary.
Using specialist imaging equipment, we capture detailed photographs of your mole or skin lesion. These are securely submitted to Map My Mole, where they are reviewed remotely by a UK consultant dermatologist.
You'll receive a digital report explaining the dermatologist's findings and recommendations, usually within 48 hours of submission.
Book your Map My Mole appointment at Hook Podiatry in Monmouth.
What Is Map My Mole?
Map My Mole is a specialist teledermatology service provided by Community Dermatology Limited.
It connects patients with UK consultant dermatologists who assess moles and skin lesions using detailed clinical photographs and dermoscopic images.
The service provides a convenient way to obtain a specialist opinion on an individual mole or lesion, helping you understand whether it appears reassuring or requires further medical attention.
You don't need to have a mole on your foot to use this service. We can capture images of suitable moles and skin lesions on other areas of the body too.
How Does Map My Mole Work?
The process is straightforward and involves three simple steps.
Step 1 – Your Appointment
During your appointment at Hook Podiatry, we'll ask you some questions about your mole or skin lesion, including how long it has been present and whether you've noticed any changes.
Step 2 – Specialist Imaging
We'll take a series of photographs of the affected area, including detailed close-up images using a specialist dermoscopic lens.
These images, together with the relevant clinical information, are securely submitted to Map My Mole for assessment.
Step 3 – Your Dermatologist's Report
A UK consultant dermatologist reviews your images and clinical information.
You'll receive a digital report by email, within 48 hours, explaining:
The dermatologist's opinion about your mole or skin lesion.
Whether the appearance raises any concerns.
Whether further investigation or treatment is recommended.
What steps you should take next.
If your lesion is considered suspicious, you'll be advised to arrange appropriate follow-up with your GP or dermatologist.
Why Choose Map My Mole?
Expert dermatologist assessment
Your images are reviewed by a UK consultant dermatologist (all dermatologists that work with Map My Mole also work in the NHS) with specialist experience in assessing skin lesions.
Fast results
Receive your digital report, within 48 hours of submission.
Convenient local appointments
Have your mole or skin lesion photographed at Hook Podiatry in Monmouth, without travelling to a specialist dermatology clinic for the initial assessment.
Clear advice on what to do next
Your report provides recommendations about whether further medical investigation or treatment may be needed.
Assessment of individual lesions
The service can be used to obtain an opinion on a particular mole or skin lesion that is causing concern.
Don't Forget to Check Your Feet and Toenails
Skin cancer can develop anywhere on the body, including areas that are easily overlooked, such as the soles of the feet, between the toes and beneath the toenails.
(Bob Marley died from a form of skin cancer that originally started as a dark spot under his right big toenail!)
Some skin cancers affecting the feet may initially resemble relatively harmless conditions, including bruising, pigmentation or other skin changes.
Signs that should prompt medical assessment include:
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A new or changing dark mark on the sole of your foot.
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An unusual brown or black streak beneath a toenail.
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A dark mark beneath a nail that does not grow out as expected.
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A mole that changes in size, shape or colour.
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A skin lesion that bleeds, crusts or fails to heal.
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A new or changing pigmented lesion anywhere on the skin.
Not every unusual mark is skin cancer, but changes should not be ignored.
What Happens if My Mole Looks Suspicious?
If the consultant dermatologist identifies features that require further investigation, your report will explain the recommended next steps.
You may be advised to contact your GP or arrange a face-to-face dermatology assessment.
Map My Mole will also contact patients with concerning findings to help ensure they have received and understood their report.
Although detailed images can help dermatologists assess skin lesions, a definitive diagnosis of skin cancer may require a biopsy and laboratory examination.
A reassuring report cannot completely rule out skin cancer. If your lesion continues to change or you remain concerned, seek further medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly will I receive my results?
Your digital report is available within 48 hours of your images and information being submitted to Map My Mole.
Who assesses my mole?
Your photographs and clinical information are reviewed by a UK consultant dermatologist through the Map My Mole service.
Can you check moles anywhere on my body?
The service is suitable for assessing individual moles and skin lesions in a range of locations, provided appropriate images can be obtained. Some lesions may require direct examination instead.
Will I receive a copy of my report?
Yes. Your report will be emailed directly to you. You can also choose to share a copy with Hook Podiatry.
Can Map My Mole diagnose skin cancer?
The service provides a specialist assessment of images and clinical information, but it cannot definitively diagnose or exclude every skin cancer. A biopsy may be necessary for a definitive diagnosis.
Do I need a GP referral?
No GP referral is required to arrange a Map My Mole appointment. However, if a lesion is suspicious, you may need further assessment through your GP or a dermatologist.
Is this a full-body skin cancer screening service?
No. Map My Mole provides assessment of submitted individual lesions. It does not replace a comprehensive skin examination or an urgent referral for suspected skin cancer.
Book Your Map My Mole Appointment in Monmouth
If you're concerned about a mole or unusual skin lesion, a professional assessment can help you understand what to do next.
At Hook Podiatry, we provide a convenient local service with specialist imaging and access to UK consultant dermatologists through Map My Mole.
Hook Podiatry – Monmouth