In electrosurgery, electric current is applied directly onto an abnormal skin growth that will be destroyed. This is applied through a pencil-like hand-held device. Anesthetic cream is initially applied to the skin which makes this fast and simple procedure painless. Several types of skin lesions can be effectively treated with this method by your experienced dermatologist.

After examining your skin, your dermatologist may suggest a biopsy to further evaluate your skin condition. During a skin biopsy a small sample of your skin is collected, under local anesthetic, and then analyzed in our laboratory. This helps clarify the diagnosis in ambiguous skin conditions and rashes but also in moles and lesions that are clinically suspicious. If a mole is found to be clinically suspicious for cancer, it is usually removed as a whole, through minor surgery. At the GMI, our surgical dermatologist removes and repairs the skin under local anesthetic. The skin is closed with sutures and a dressing is applied. The mole is sent for analysis and your dermatologist will then explain the results during a consultation. The GMI has a state-of-the-art histopathology laboratory where samples are sent for analysis.

A dermatoscope is a handheld tool that can magnify skin lesions up to 10 times. It is key in dermatology as it helps the dermatologist assess the color and structure of a mole or a skin lesion, and in experienced hands it can help in the early diagnosis of melanoma and other skin cancers. During mole screening, the dermatologist will perform a thorough skin examination, assessing all moles and lesions on your skin and identify any suspicious lesions that may require further evaluation or removal.

At our department we offer different types of laser systems including the latest picosecond technology laser. This can treat skin imperfections such as dyschromia, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and is also the most effective modality to remove tattoos of different colors. It is also used for aesthetic purposes such as non-ablative scar improvement and skin rejuvenation. It can be used in all skin types with minimal contra-indications.

Cryotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment where superficial skin lesions are frozen using liquid nitrogen. Several types of superficial lesions (benign, pre-malignant or even superficial skin cancers) can be treated with this method. The dermatologist applies the cryotherapy in the office setting and no anesthesia is required. The treated area usually becomes red, sometimes forms a small blister that then scabs and heals on its own with minimal attention. It is a fast, simple, and safe procedure readily used by experienced dermatologists.

At our department we offer a state-of-the-art, total body photography, digital dermoscopy and artificial intelligence mole mapping tool, which not only photographs and records all your moles but also identifies suspicious, new, and changed moles quickly and accurately. This tool scans and takes a picture of all your moles and recognizes those that 'stand-out' and need further assessment. All mole pictures can be magnified, and the characteristics of each mole can be evaluated. Furthermore, these pictures can be saved and compared to new ones taken on your next visit, to identify whether you have any new moles or if any of your existing moles have changed. Mole mapping is particularly useful for monitoring people with several moles, people with a personal or family history of melanoma, or for anyone who wants a detailed mole assessment with photographic documentation.

A detailed consultation takes place at our brand-new, configured, clinic offices with one of our specialists. During your consultation you will have time to discuss any skin related worries and concerns you have. The dermatologist will also take a detailed medical history, and perform a thorough physical examination. The dermatologist may then diagnose any conditions present, and suggest further treatment, or recommend further testing to determine the exact cause of your symptoms.

Aesthetic dermatology is the branch of dermatology which focuses on protecting, maintaining, and restoring skin health and appearance using medical treatments. Factors affecting our skin appearance include ageing, sun-exposure, smoking, environmental pollution and other intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Treatments at our center are delivered by our expert dermatologists and the health care professionals who work under the supervision of our dermatologists. We ensure that the treatments we offer are evidence-based. These treatments include PRP and microneedling for collagen stimulation, treatments for hyperhidrosis as well as advanced technology and injectable treatments for skin rejuvenation. Our specialists are happy to offer a detailed consultation and aesthetic facial analysis to identify areas of skin appearance that may be restored or optimized through non-surgical treatments. During your consultation, we will determine your goals and priorities, and form a treatment plan that you are happy with.