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Skin Cancer Screening in Chicago
Illinois's year-round sun exposure makes skin cancer screening a critical part of preventive health care. At CornerMed, our board-certified providers perform comprehensive full-body skin exams using dermoscopy to identify suspicious moles, lesions, and early signs of skin cancer -- including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Early detection is the most powerful tool we have against skin cancer, and annual screenings save lives.
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What it helps with
Full-body skin examination for comprehensive evaluation
Dermoscopy for detailed analysis of suspicious lesions
Early detection of melanoma, BCC, SCC, and pre-cancerous lesions
Clear guidance on lesions requiring biopsy or specialist referral
Mole mapping and documentation for year-over-year comparison
Patient education on self-examination and sun protection
What happens
Full-body skin examination from head to toe
Dermoscopic analysis of any suspicious or changing lesions
Documentation and photography of notable moles or spots
Recommendation for biopsy or specialist referral when indicated
Sun protection counseling and self-exam education
Annual recall scheduling for ongoing monitoring
Who it is for
Anyone living in a high UV exposure environment like Chicagoland -- especially those with fair skin, a history of sunburns, a personal or family history of skin cancer, or numerous moles.
Adults 18+ living in Illinois or high-sun environments
Patients with fair skin, light eyes, or a history of sunburns
Anyone with a personal or family history of skin cancer
Patients with many moles or atypical-appearing moles
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