Proactive care means

peace-of-mind.

Skin cancer develops in 1 in 5 Americans by the age of 70. Early detection improves outcomes for all types of skin cancer. This is especially true for deadly forms of cancer such as melanoma. When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99%. Undetected, melanomas can move into lymph nodes or metastasize into distant organs- creating a public health impact in the United States.

Through faster, more accessible triage of potential skin cancer spots, thousands of lives can be saved each year. CheckMySpot exists to put expert opinions in the palm of your hand – making proactive care and peace-of-mind as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Source: Skin Cancer Foundation

Discover the fastest way to evaluate potential skin cancers:

With the CheckMySpot app, you can get a dermatologist's opinion usually within 24 hours. No waiting, no in-person appointment, and no insurance required.

Upload two photos of your lesion, answer a few simple questions about your medical history and your current symptoms, and press submit. Your case is now on its way to a certified CheckMySpot provider for review and you can expect a full disposition report within 48 hours.

An Expert Opinion, Without the Wait

Step 1:

Download the app.
Get the CheckMySpot app for Android or iOS.

Step 2:

Complete your medical profile.
Add some basic medical history using the brief questionnaire. All of your information is kept completely confidential, stored in our HIPAA-compliant server.

Step 3:

Upload a photo.
Follow the simple guide to take and securely upload a photo of your skin lesion. If additional photos are needed, our CheckMySpot team will contact you.

Step 4:

Get an expert opinion.
Your image will be evaluated by a qualified dermatologist screener within 24-48 hours. Skin lesions are triaged based on three possible dispositions:

Green: Lesion appears OK; observation only recommended at this time.

Yellow: Non-urgent in-person evaluation visit recommended; lesion indeterminate.

Red: Urgent in-person evaluation recommended; worrisome for cancer.

What comes next?

A green disposition encourages patient users to continue to monitor the lesion for future changes. If a patient user receives a yellow or red disposition, CheckMySpot will refer the user to either their existing dermatologist or a qualified dermatologist in their area for an expedited appointment.

Get An Expert Opinion Now

  • Board certification indicates a provider has met the highest standard of experience, testing and continued education in their chosen field. CheckMySpot is committed to utilizing providers that meet and exceed the very high standards of board certification. For more information on the value of board certification, visit Value of Board Certification | American Board of Medical Specialties

  • Dermatologists are extensively trained in making diagnoses based on the visual appearance of the skin, including spots. As such, dermatology is a field that uniquely lends itself to the use of photographs. In fact, all board-certified CheckMySpot dermatologists pass a rigorous examination in which they are tested on photographic recognition of diseases including all forms of skin cancer. Your CheckMySpot provider will review your photograph looking for features that characterize benign, non-worrisome spots from those features seen in skin cancer.

    Yes, but how does my provider know what my spot might be just by looking?

    It is often said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Imagine when you pick up a family member from the airport or bus station. You will drive by dozens of people standing on the curb with their suitcase, but you always recognize and stop right by your loved one. However, if you sent somebody else with only a description of your loved one, they’d pause at people and probably resort to asking them if they were your family members! That is exactly how it is with CheckMySpot providers when they evaluate a spot. They are experienced and have seen thousands of skin lesions. This experience allows them to distinguish subtle features of benign and cancerous skin spots.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5-Star Reviews

  • Dr. Stephen K.

    The CheckMySpot app is a helpful innovation in healthcare because it improves accessibility to dermatologists. The benefit is twofold: with a decrease in the number of patient visits for lesions that don’t require treatment, more appointments are available for people with serious skin lesions. Secondly, for patients with skin cancer, a recommendation for prompt evaluation aids in early detection. Following the easy instructions, I have submitted a photo of a mole that, thankfully, was classified as benign. The process was convenient and my family’s anxiety was quickly eased. I did not have to be unproductive or risk being exposed to infection while waiting in the doctor’s office. I plan to watch carefully for any new skin lesions on my family members and me in the future. I will not hesitate to use CheckMySpot again.

  • Vanessa M.

    I was very pleased with the quick response to my inquiry with the CheckMySpot professionals. What a relief to find out that the new skin lesion I was worried about was benign. It was so convenient to use my phone from home to contact a doctor rather than spend a day away from work in an office. I highly recommend using this service!

  • Wendy T.

    I cannot recommend this service strongly enough! On two separate occasions, my family members had skin lesions that warranted attention. I quickly submitted photos and received prompt responses. One lesion ended up being benign, which relieved our worries. The other lesion, a basal cell carcinoma, required treatment. CheckMySpot quickly referred me to my dermatologist where I received the care I needed and the outcome was successful! I was very happy with this service and will use again.

  • Susan T.

    My experience with CheckMySpot has been great!!! As a full-time working wife and mother, I am constantly on-the-go and find it hard to schedule doctor’s appointments. It is so convenient to have the option of sending a picture of a concerning mole or lesion and receive a quick response as to whether I need an in person examination, or if my spot is nothing to worry about! Thank you for such a wonderful service - I plan on using it in the future for myself and my family.

  • M. Thomas

    I am a father of two, soon to be three and frequently on the road with my work. My wife was very concerned about a spot on my back that I couldn’t see. It was 6 weeks before I could get in to my dermatologist. We used the CheckMySpot service and within a day or two we received the great news that this spot appeared ok. We just can’t take chances with our health. We were so relieved and pleased. This is such a great service for families like ours!

  • Mickey M.

    In using “CheckMySpot,” the quick turn around and help from the dermatology provider was great. With our busy schedules, being able to take a picture and send it right over is so convenient. It is also very comforting to know that the professional staff takes great care in analyzing your “spot” and giving you guidance on what to do next. We will be using this again in the future!

  • Kim B.

    I am thrilled to learn that CheckMySpot will launch in early 2023. I am confident it will improve access to important dermatological screening services that are high quality and convenient. Quite a few years ago I noticed a very small spot on my left forearm. The spot was smaller than a pinhead and to my untrained eye looked no different than a freckle. I reached out to CheckMySpot and their provider asked me to use my smartphone to send a photo of the spot. Thank goodness I did! After reviewing the photo, the CheckMySpot team urged me to make an appointment with my local dermatologist. The spot turned out to be a small melanoma caught early and removed, thanks to CheckMySpot’s assessment of the photo I sent.

  • R. Smith

    Although my mom received adequate care at her senior living facility, getting her to an off-site physician’s appointment took a lot of preparation and expense. When I noticed a new skin spot on her forehead, I was concerned about a cancer. Her caregiver told me about CheckMySpot. I used the service and heard within a day that the spot was worrisome for skin cancer. This made my decision to take time off work and arrange transportation to her dermatologist easier knowing an appointment was truly necessary. Just a minor procedure was required to fix the problem. I love this service. Highest recommendations!