Full Body Skin Examination

During your full body skin exam, you’ll be asked to remove your clothing and change into a gown so that every area of the skin can be examined. Some patients prefer to keep on their undergarments for the examination. While this is perfectly acceptable, patients are encouraged to self-examine those areas on a routine basis to watch for any signs of skin cancer that their dermatologist won’t be able to see. It is best to come without makeup, nail polish, or product in your hair so all parts can be thoroughly examined. Hair should be worn loose, as well. During the exam, your dermatologist will look over your skin to identify signs of skin cancer. If nothing is found, this exam only takes a few minutes. However, if a suspicious growth is discovered, we may recommend a skin biopsy to determine whether the growth is cancerous.

Top dermatologists agree that everyone should have a full body skin examination at least once per year. However, those who are at a higher risk of skin cancer should consider having these exams more often - perhaps twice a year. Higher risk patients include those who spend a lot of time in the sun, have a history of skin cancer, or are immunosuppressed.

The cost of treatment at Florida Dermatology Specialists can vary depending on the procedures involved and the extent of treatment needed. In most cases, your treatment may be eligible for coverage by health insurance. During your initial consultation, we will develop a personalized treatment plan and assess your insurance coverage to attempt to determine the cost of treatment that you will be responsible for.

Florida Dermatology Specialists is the premier practice for dermatology treatments. Our team specializes in diagnosing and treating all diseases of the hair, skin, and nails. Led by Dr. Richard Krathen, board-certified Dermatologist, board-certified Micrographic Dermatologic Surgeon, and fellowship-trained Mohs Surgeon, we offer a full range of dermatology treatments to help patients prevent and manage the symptoms. With offices in Palm Beach Gardens, Port St. Lucie, and Stuart, FL, we welcome patients from the nearby areas of Florida.