Map My Mole

Professional dermoscopy reviewed by a UK consultant dermatologist. Written report within 24 hours.

Magnifying glass examining a mole on skin, professional mole mapping and dermoscopy service at The Aesthetic Nurse Studio
Skin Health

Your moles, properly assessed by a consultant dermatologist

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the UK. Caught early, the survival rate for melanoma is over 90%. Caught late, the outlook changes dramatically. A visual check at home is not enough, many early changes are only visible under dermatoscopic magnification.

At The Aesthetic Nurse Studio, Shelley uses the clinically validated Map My Mole platform. Each mole is photographed with a medical-grade DE-300 dermatoscope, which provides polarised, magnified images that reveal subsurface detail invisible to the naked eye. Those images are securely submitted to UK consultant dermatologists, NHS-trained specialists in skin lesion assessment, who review them and produce a full written report.

Shelley currently works as a registered nurse in NHS dermatology. That clinical background means she is not simply operating a camera: she provides a proper consultation, flags anything that concerns her clinically, and talks you through the report and any next steps when results come back.

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What is dermoscopy?

The clinical standard for mole assessment, and why it matters.

Not just a magnifying glass

A dermatoscope uses polarised light to eliminate surface reflection, revealing the architecture beneath the skin, blood vessel patterns, pigment networks, and structures that indicate whether a lesion is benign or requires further investigation.

Clinical gold standard

Dermoscopy increases diagnostic accuracy for melanoma by up to 49% compared to the naked eye. NICE and the British Association of Dermatologists recommend dermoscopic assessment of suspicious lesions as standard clinical practice.

Reviewed by a specialist, not a generalist

Your images are reviewed by UK consultant dermatologists with extensive experience in lesion assessment. This is specialist-level expertise, accessible without a referral or a long wait for an NHS appointment.

GDPR-compliant and secure

All images and data are handled through the Map My Mole platform, which is fully GDPR-compliant. Your images are stored securely and never shared beyond the clinical review team.

How It Works

From appointment to consultant report in three steps.

Consultation & Capture

Your appointment starts with a brief consultation. Shelley asks about any moles that have changed, your skin history, and any concerns. She then photographs each mole using a medical-grade DE-300 dermatoscope under precise, consistent lighting. You can see the images on-screen as they are taken.

Secure Submission

Images are uploaded immediately and securely via the Map My Mole platform directly to a team of UK consultant dermatologists. The system is fully GDPR-compliant. Shelley adds clinical notes for each lesion so the reviewing dermatologist has full context.

Written Report

Within 24 hours, you receive a full written report from the consultant dermatologist by email. The report covers each mole individually, gives an assessment, and states clearly what action (if any) is needed. If a lesion is flagged urgent, the Map My Mole callback system ensures prompt follow-up.

What your report includes

A proper clinical document, not just a pass/fail.

Individual assessment of each mole

Every lesion is reviewed separately. The dermatologist describes what they can see dermoscopically and records a clinical assessment for that specific mole.

Clear outcome category

Each mole is classified into one of three outcomes: benign (no action needed), monitor (keep an eye on it and re-check), or refer (see your GP promptly). Plain English, no ambiguity.

Dermoscopic images included

The report includes the dermatoscopic photographs taken at your appointment, so you have a visual baseline. If you return for a follow-up check, changes over time can be compared directly.

GP referral support

If the dermatologist recommends you see your GP, the report is written in a clinical format that supports the NHS 2-Week Wait urgent referral pathway. You won't be left to explain it yourself.

Emailed directly to you

Your report is sent by email within 24 hours of your appointment. It's yours to keep, share with your GP, or use as a baseline for future checks. Shelley is available to talk through any questions.

Urgent callback if needed

If any lesion is flagged as requiring urgent review, the Map My Mole system automatically triggers a callback to ensure you are contacted quickly and supported with next steps.

Who Should Have a Mole Check?

You don't need to have a suspicious mole to benefit from this service.

You have a mole that has changed

Size, shape, colour or texture, any change in a mole should be assessed promptly.

You have a lot of moles

People with more than 50 moles are at increased risk and benefit from regular monitoring.

You have fair skin or a history of sunburn

UV damage is the leading cause of melanoma. Regular checks are recommended for high-risk skin types.

Family history of skin cancer

A family history increases your risk. Annual checks provide important peace of mind and early detection.

You've struggled to see your GP

Our service provides expert dermatologist review within 24 hours, no long waits, no uncertainty.

Annual peace of mind

Many clients with no specific concerns choose an annual mole check as part of their overall health routine.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing. Each mole checked includes the dermatologist report.

Map My Mole

Each mole photographed and assessed by a UK consultant dermatologist. Written report emailed within 24 hours.

1 Mole£70
2 Moles£100
3 Moles£130

Every assessment includes a full written UK consultant dermatologist report emailed within 24 hours, GDPR-compliant image storage, and referral support if required.

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Why choose Shelley for your mole check?

Most mole-checking services take photographs and send them off. Shelley does that, and more. As a registered nurse with hands-on experience in NHS dermatology, she provides a full clinical consultation at the appointment: discussing your skin history, flagging anything she considers clinically notable, and explaining what she observes under the dermatoscope before the images are submitted.

When your report comes back, she goes through it with you, answers your questions, and makes sure you know exactly what to do next. You won't be left reading a medical document alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

GPs are generalists, most have limited training in dermatoscopy and appointments are short. Map My Mole connects you directly with UK consultant dermatologists who specialise in skin lesion assessment. The images are taken with a medical-grade dermatoscope and reviewed at leisure by an expert who can compare against their extensive case experience. You also receive a formal written report, which you can take to your GP if a referral is needed, supporting the NHS 2-Week Wait pathway.

It depends on how many moles you'd like checked. A single mole check typically takes 15–20 minutes including the consultation discussion. A full body check for multiple moles takes 30–45 minutes. Shelley will discuss each mole with you at the appointment and explain what she can observe herself, before the images are sent for dermatologist review.

Not at all. The dermatoscope is simply held against the skin surface to photograph the mole, there are no needles, no incisions, and no discomfort. It's a completely non-invasive procedure.

In most cases, your written report from the consultant dermatologist is emailed to you within 24 hours of your appointment. The report will clearly state the assessment and any recommended action, from "no action required" through to "please see your GP urgently" if something needs prompt attention. If a lesion is flagged as urgent, the Map My Mole system automatically initiates a callback to ensure you get the right support quickly.

The written report can be taken directly to your GP and is designed to support NHS 2-Week Wait referrals if needed. Shelley will also discuss the results with you and advise on next steps. You will never be left unsupported, if the report suggests further investigation, Shelley will help guide you on what to do.

For most people, an annual check is recommended. If you have a personal or family history of skin cancer, or have a large number of moles, more frequent checks (every 6 months) may be advisable. Shelley will give you a personal recommendation at your appointment. If you notice any new or changing mole between appointments, don't wait, book sooner.

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