You visit your doctor each year for a check-up and schedule regular dental cleanings, but what about your skin? Skin cancer is the most common cancer and also one of the easiest to treat when found early. At Vilafortuny in Dubai we believe regular skin screening should be a normal part of your healthcare routine.
Why early detection matters
When skin cancer is found early, the risk of spread and of disfigurement from the disease or its treatment is greatly reduced. Checking a concerning spot takes very little time and can provide either genuine peace of mind or an early route to a cure. The vast majority of skin cancers, when found and treated early, are not life threatening, and our team is committed to supporting you with timely assessment, management, and follow-up at every step.
Prevention comes first
Even better than curing a skin cancer is avoiding one in the first place. We help you manage your skin to minimise your risk, with evidence-based advice on lifestyle, topical treatments, and light-based preventative therapy where appropriate.
What a screening involves
A skin cancer screening is a roughly 15-minute visual inspection of your skin by a medical professional, with no blood work involved. Any adult who has never had one should consider a full-body skin exam to establish a baseline and discuss how often future checks are needed. The examination covers your skin from scalp to feet, looking for suspicious spots.
Check your own skin too
Between professional visits, examine your own skin, and that of close family, around every six months. Look for moles or spots that have changed in size, shape, or colour, that bleed or fail to heal after several weeks, that are asymmetrical or have irregular borders, or that are larger than a centimetre. Early skin cancers can resemble an insect bite, pimple, or scratch, so simply noticing whether something is new and persisting, or old and changing, can be enough to warrant a check. Above all, practise safe sun habits to help prevent skin cancer in the first place.
Trusted skin screening at Vilafortuny, Dubai
Established in Dubai since 2006, Vilafortuny provides easy access to skin examinations, same-day biopsies of concerning lesions, and medical, surgical, or laser management aimed at a cure while protecting your appearance. If something does not look or feel right, do not leave it undiagnosed. To book a screening, contact Vilafortuny on Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai.
