Skin Cancer Screening Bangkok: Total Body Examination + Dermoscopy by IOD Faculty

Annual skin cancer screening is one of the most effective ways to detect melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma) at curable early stages. Bangkok's UV index averages 11+ year-round, and decades of cumulative sun exposure — combined with rising air travel and outdoor lifestyle among expat residents — make routine specialist screening especially relevant for fair-skinned individuals, those with > 50 nevi, family history of melanoma, or prior NMSC.

Who should be screened

Annual screening is recommended for: fair skin (Fitzpatrick I–III), > 50 melanocytic nevi or > 5 atypical nevi, personal history of skin cancer, first-degree family history of melanoma, history of severe sunburns before age 20, immunosuppression (post-transplant, HIV), chronic UV exposure occupations or outdoor sports. Patients with prior melanoma or > 2 BCC/SCC should be screened every 3-6 months.

What our screening includes

1) Comprehensive Total Body Skin Examination (TBSE) including scalp, ears, oral mucosa, palms, soles, interdigital web spaces, and anogenital region 2) Polarized dermoscopy of any suspicious lesion using ABCDE criteria and the Argenziano 7-point checklist 3) Digital photography for mole mapping and longitudinal comparison 4) Same-day biopsy and shave/punch excision if indicated 5) Referral to plastic surgery (Dr. Naphan, Phramongkutklao) for Mohs micrographic surgery on H-zone lesions 6) Written report with sun-protection plan and follow-up schedule.

Why a specialist matters

General practitioners and aesthetic clinics typically perform visual inspection only. Specialist dermatologists using polarized dermoscopy improve melanoma detection sensitivity from 60% (naked eye) to 90%+ and reduce unnecessary biopsies by approximately 50%. Dr. Pat is Faculty at the Institute of Dermatology (Thailand's national derm referral center), board-certified dermatologist (License #54323), with published research in dermatology and rheumatology overlap conditions.

FAQ

Q: How long does the screening take? — 30-45 minutes for first visit, 20-30 minutes for annual follow-up Q: Is dermoscopy painful? — Completely painless and non-invasive. Q: Do you accept international insurance? — Yes, we provide itemized invoices for reimbursement (BUPA, Cigna, Allianz, etc.) Q: English-speaking? — Yes, Dr. Pat consults in English and Thai. Q: Cost? — Please contact the clinic via LINE @dr.patskinclinic for current pricing.

📞 Book your annual skin cancer screening at Siam Dermatology — LINE @dr.patskinclinic | BTS Thipawan (current location)