Get clarity on your skin concerns with Fylde Private Medical
Assessment | Diagnosis | Action | After Care
Assessment
In-clinic assessment with a dermatologist
You’ll be seen face-to-face by our dermatology specialist who will assess any concerning moles or lesions. Using a dermascope pen, we examine skin structures not visible to the naked eye, helping to identify potential early signs of skin cancer.
What happens in the screening:
Detailed visual examination
Use of dermoscopy to assess pigmentation, asymmetry, borders and vascular patterns
Discussion of your skin history and risk factors
Diagnosis
Discuss findings of assessment
If something looks suspicious, we’ll discuss the findings with you immediately. If a biopsy is clinically needed, we’ll arrange it quickly, here in our clinic. No referral or long wait required.
No biopsy needed
You’ll be offered a 6-month follow-up appointment, just in case anything changes.
Biopsy recommended
You’ll be booked in promptly with one of our trained professionals for a safe and comfortable procedure.
Action
Clear guidance on your biopsy results
Once your biopsy has been carried out, your sample is carefully reviewed by our dermatologist.
Biopsy Review & Diagnosis
If the biopsy confirms skin cancer, we will discuss the findings with you in full and explain the recommended treatment options.
Minor Surgery (if required)
If a lesion needs to be removed, we’ll book you in promptly for minor skin surgery at our clinic. This procedure is typically quick, done under local anaesthetic, and carried out by experienced medical professionals in a safe, clinical setting.
After Care
Post-surgery follow-up
Once your lesion is removed, we’ll arrange a follow-up appointment to:
Check your healing progress
Monitor for signs of recurrence
Support your skin health moving forward
Discuss any scar management or further treatment if needed
Dr. Safal Rahim
Dermatologist
Dr. Rahim has been a valued member of the Fylde Coast community since 2019 when he joined Clifton Hospital under the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals as a Dermatologist. His dedication to patient care and his love for the area have made him immensely popular among patients. Originally trained in India in 2013, he developed a particular interest in skin cancer and was instrumental in the success of the Fast Track Teledermatology service at Clifton Hospital, which was awarded as one of the best in the country. In addition to his expertise in skin cancer, Dr. Rahim frequently treats autoimmune conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and blistering skin disorders. He also conducts regular Paediatric Dermatology clinics, focusing on childhood eczema.