Skin Cancer Screening
(Fotofinder AI Scanner)
Digital skin cancer early detection technology - covered by basic insurance - at Derma Medical Clinic in Zurich-Sihlcity
Skin Cancer Screening (Fotofinder AI Scanner)
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In just a few minutes, your personal skin archive is created: Every area of your skin is photographed and stored. At each follow-up appointment, the system compares new images with previous ones. Even the smallest changes become immediately visible. Additionally, our specialist physicians perform a thorough examination.
Skin Cancer Screening with Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner at a Glance
For whom is skin cancer screening with the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner particularly important?
Skin cancer can affect anyone. However, certain groups benefit particularly from regular screening:
- People with many moles or unusually shaped pigmented spots
- Individuals with very fair skin who sunburn easily
- People who had frequent sunburns during childhood or adolescence
- Individuals who spend a lot of time outdoors for work or leisure (e.g., athletes, construction workers, gardeners)
- Families with known skin cancer cases
- Anyone who has noticed a suspicious skin change: new mole, change in shape, color, or size
- You have previously had skin cancer (e.g., melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma)
- Scars or previous surgical sites need to be monitored regularly
- You have an increased risk for new skin changes
For whom is skin cancer screening with the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner particularly important?
Skin cancer can affect anyone. However, certain groups benefit particularly from regular screening:
- People with many moles or unusually shaped pigmented spots
- Individuals with very fair skin who sunburn easily
- People who had frequent sunburns during childhood or adolescence
- Individuals who spend a lot of time outdoors for work or leisure (e.g., athletes, construction workers, gardeners)
- Families with known skin cancer cases
- Anyone who has noticed a suspicious skin change: new mole, change in shape, color, or size
The examination is particularly recommended if…
- You have previously had skin cancer (e.g., melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma)
- Scars or previous surgical sites need to be monitored regularly
- You have an increased risk for new skin changes
Treatment
What is skin cancer?
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. It often appears inconspicuous, as a new spot, a changed mole, or a non-healing skin area. Particularly insidious: Over two-thirds of all melanomas (malignant melanoma) do not develop in existing moles, but on previously healthy skin.
How does the examination work?
With the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner, we capture your entire skin in just a few minutes, like a map:
- Your complete skin condition is photographed and stored.
- At each follow-up appointment, the system compares new images with previous ones.
- Even the smallest changes are made visible.
We additionally examine suspicious moles using a special dermatoscope. This produces highly magnified images that we can evaluate directly on screen and discuss with you.
What happens if something is suspicious?
If a mole or skin area appears suspicious, we can immediately take a small tissue sample (biopsy) in our operating room or remove the entire skin lesion. This is examined in the laboratory. Results are typically available within a few days.
Your advantage: Everything under one roof
From early detection through treatment to follow-up care, all steps take place directly at Derma Medical Clinic, supervised by experienced dermatology specialists, in an environment already familiar to you.
How does skin cancer early detection with the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner work?
Personal consultation and risk assessment
We discuss your skin health, any changes, previous findings, and your personal risk.
Total body imaging with Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner
In just a few minutes, your entire skin is digitally mapped – like a map. These images serve as the foundation for your personal skin archive.
Automatic image comparison at follow-up appointments
At each check-up, new images are compared with previous ones. Even the smallest changes are immediately noticeable
Detailed analysis with dermatoscope
We additionally examine suspicious moles using special dermatoscopy.
Immediate evaluation of suspicious findings
If necessary, we take a small tissue sample (biopsy) directly on-site or remove the entire skin lesion. Results are usually available within a few days.
At Derma Medical Clinic in Zurich-Sihlcity, the examination and treatment of skin cancer is performed exclusively by experienced specialists in dermatology:
- Dr. med. Benjamin Miller, Specialist in Dermatology and Phlebology
- Dr. med. Markus Dendorfer, Specialist in Dermatology and specialized Pediatric Dermatologist
Both have extensive experience in early detection and modern treatment of skin tumors.
Dr. med. Benjamin Miller
Board-certified Specialist in Dermatology & Venereology FMH
Dr. med. Markus Dendorfer
Board-certified Specialist in Dermatology & Venereology FMH
What you can expect from us
Precise skin diagnostics with state-of-the-art technology
The Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner creates a digital map of your skin. AI-assisted comparisons make even the smallest changes visible. Suspicious skin areas are additionally examined using a special dermatoscope.
Rapid evaluation of suspicious findings
Suspicious skin areas are immediately assessed. If necessary, we take a small tissue sample (biopsy) directly on-site for rapid laboratory diagnosis or remove the entire skin lesion.
Complete treatment from a single source
If skin cancer is confirmed, surgical removal is performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia in our own operating room.
Aesthetically optimized suturing techniques
All procedures are performed with special attention to achieving the most inconspicuous cosmetic result possible.
Discreet process and comfort
For longer procedures or necessary observation periods, a private recovery room is available to you.
Schedule your skin cancer screening with the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner now.
The most precise skin cancer screening - covered by basic insurance.
FAQ on Skin Cancer Screening with Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner
What is a Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner?
Your entire skin is digitally mapped in just a few minutes – from head to toe. This creates a digital skin archive that is compared with new images at each follow-up appointment. Changes are detected early as a result.
Why is skin cancer screening so important?
Skin cancer can begin inconspicuously and cause no symptoms for a long time. Through regular screening with the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner, new moles or the smallest changes in existing spots can be documented and medically evaluated.
How does skin cancer screening work at Derma Medical Clinic?
After a personal consultation, your entire skin is digitally mapped using the Fotofinder AI Total Body Scanner. The system compares current images with previous ones and highlights even the smallest changes. Suspicious moles are additionally examined with a dermatoscope. If needed, a small tissue sample can be taken directly or the entire skin lesion removed.
How often should I have skin cancer screening?
For most people, an annual check-up is recommended. With increased risk, such as many moles, fair skin, family history, or previous skin cancer, we recommend more frequent intervals.
Does basic insurance cover the costs?
Yes. Skin cancer screening as well as necessary evaluations and follow-up examinations are covered by basic insurance.
What happens if a mole is suspicious?
Our specialists examine the area more closely using a state-of-the-art dermatoscope. If necessary, a small tissue sample (biopsy) is taken or the entire skin lesion is removed and examined in the laboratory. Results are usually available within a few days.
Can I reduce my risk of skin cancer myself?
Avoid intense sun exposure, use daily sunscreen with a high SPF, wear protective clothing, and regularly examine your skin yourself. If you notice anything suspicious, schedule an appointment promptly.
