Melanoma is a potentially serious type of skin cancer.

Melanoma is caused by the changes in cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are what produce skin pigments called melanin, which is responsible for the appearance of your skin colour.

This type of skin cancer is now the third most common malignancy in Australia for both sexes, behind colorectal, breast and prostate cancer.

If detected early, most melanomas are curable. If they are not detected until later, they can become more serious.

Dermatologists consulting at Melbourne City Dermatology are committed to early detection of skin cancers including melanoma, and keep up to date with the latest trials and research.

They see patients with no prior history of skin cancer to perform preventative checks, and also manage patients long term with a history of melanoma in the family, those who have had melanomas removed.  Many patients are referred by their GP with a lesion of concern and require diagnosis, and others simply come in for preventative check ups.

Melanoma requires surgical treatment, which is usually performed in our well equipped and modern surgical facility on site. Occasionally, in the case of advanced or complex melanoma we may co-ordinate your surgery with the Victorian Melanoma Service or a plastic surgeon.