Evidence-Based Skin Cancer Care
Thorough, Modern, and Focused on You
At Duchess Medical in Vasse, Dr. Jaimie Drysdale offers a range of advanced skin cancer services — tailored to your needs and backed by experience, technology, and a focus on prevention.
Advanced Technology for Accurate Diagnosis
Each consultation takes place using high-quality LED lighting, dermoscopy, and AI-powered imaging (DermEngine) for maximum accuracy and peace of mind.
LED Lighting
High-quality LED illumination ensures optimal visibility for detailed skin examination and accurate assessment
Dermoscopy
Advanced dermoscopic examination provides magnified views of skin lesions for precise diagnostic evaluation.
AI-Powered Imaging
DermEngine technology utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance diagnostic accuracy and track changes over time.
Our Skin Cancer Services
Comprehensive care tailored to your specific needs, from routine screenings to surgical interventions.
1. Comprehensive Head-to-Toe Examination
30 Minutes
A full-body skin check to examine all moles, freckles, and lesions — even in hard-to-see areas. Ideal for routine screenings or if you've never had a skin check before.
Tools Used:
Dermoscopy
LED lighting
DermEngine imaging
Ideal For:
Anyone seeking a baseline check or full annual review, especially those with sun exposure, family history, or fair skin
3. Serial Digital Imaging
20-30 Minutes
High-resolution, AI-assisted photography to track changes in moles over time. Helps catch subtle changes early, especially in at-risk patients.
Tools Used:
Dermoscopy
DermEngine imaging
Ideal For:
Patients with many moles, atypical lesions, or a personal/family history of melanoma
5. Skin Biopsy
15-30 Minutes
A small sample is taken from a suspicious lesion to confirm diagnosis. Quick, low-risk, and usually done during the same appointment.
Tools Used:
Biopsy punch
Shave tool
Dermoscopy
Ideal For:
When more information is needed before planning further treatment
2. Assessment of Specific Lesions
15 Minutes
Concerned about a new or changing spot? This focused appointment examines one or a few specific lesions. Fast, accurate, and reassuring.
Tools Used:
Dermoscopy
LED lighting
Optional imaging
Ideal For:
Anyone worried about a single mole or spot that looks suspicious or has changed recently
4. Skin Cancer Removal
45-60 Minutes
Removal of suspicious or confirmed cancerous lesions using precise surgical techniques. Performed on-site with local anaesthetic.
Tools Used:
Surgical instruments
Sterile technique
Histology follow-up
Ideal For:
Patients with diagnosed skin cancers or lesions requiring complete excision for diagnosis
6. Liquid Nitrogen Treatment (Crytherapy)
15 Minutes
Freezing therapy used to treat pre-cancerous lesions(like solar keratoses) or benign spots like warts and seborrhoeic keratoses.
Tools Used:
Liquid nitrogen spray device
Ideal For:
Sun-damaged skin, pre-cancerous lesions, or minor skin blemishes.
7. Topical Field Therapy
Varies
Prescription creams applied at home to treat sun-damaged areas or superficial skin cancers over time. Guided and monitored by Dr. Drysdale.
Tools Used:
Prescribed medications like Efudix or Aldara, follow-up reviews
Ideal For:
Patients with multiple superficial lesions or widespread sun damage
Meet Dr. Jaimie Drysdale
With extensive experience in dermatology and skin cancer detection, Dr. Drysdale combines clinical expertise with the latest technology to provide comprehensive care for patients in Vasse and surrounding areas
Board-certified dermatologist
Specialist in skin cancer detection and treatment
Committed to patient-centered care
