Professional Mole Checks at Swift Pharmacy
Worried about a mole or noticed a recent change in your skin?
Our Mole Checking Service at Swift Pharmacy provides a quick and convenient way to have a mole professionally assessed without needing to wait for a GP appointment.
During your appointment, a trained member of our pharmacy team will capture detailed images of your mole using a specialist dermatoscope. These images are securely submitted for review by a UK consultant dermatologist, who will provide a written report explaining the findings and any recommended next steps.
Results are typically available within 24–48 hours.
Mole Check Pricing
First Mole – £45
Includes your consultation, imaging and dermatologist review.
Additional Moles – £20 each
Additional moles can be checked during the same consultation for £20 per mole.
When Should You Get a Mole Checked?
It is worth getting a mole checked if you have noticed something new or unusual, particularly:
- A mole that has changed in size, shape or colour
- A new mole that looks unusual or different
- A mole that itches, bleeds or crusts
- A mole that has changed in appearance
- A mole or skin lesion that is causing you concern
Having a mole assessed can provide reassurance and help identify when further medical investigation may be appropriate.
How Our Mole Checking Service Works
Book Your Appointment
Book your mole checking appointment with Swift Pharmacy. Our pharmacy team will explain the service and answer any initial questions you may have.
Your Mole Check
During your appointment, a trained member of the pharmacy team will complete a short questionnaire with you.
A specialist device called a dermatoscope is then used with a smartphone to capture clear, detailed images of the mole or skin lesion.
The appointment usually takes around 10 minutes.
Dermatologist Review
Your images and information are securely uploaded for assessment by a UK consultant dermatologist.
This is not an AI assessment. Your images are reviewed by a medical specialist.
Receive Your Report
You will receive a written dermatology report, typically within 24–48 hours.
The report will explain whether the mole appears benign, should be monitored or requires further assessment.
Clear Next Steps
If no concerns are identified, you may not need to take any further action.
If the dermatologist recommends further investigation, you will receive guidance on the appropriate next steps, which may include seeking further assessment through your GP or another suitable healthcare pathway.
Why Choose Our Mole Checking Service?
Fast Results
Receive your dermatologist report typically within 24–48 hours.
Consultant Dermatologist Review
Your mole images are assessed by a UK consultant dermatologist, rather than relying on an automated AI assessment.
Convenient Local Service
Have your mole images taken conveniently at Swift Pharmacy, without needing a GP appointment to access the initial service.
Quick Appointments
Image capture and the initial assessment usually take around 10 minutes.
Clear Written Report
Receive an easy-to-understand written outcome explaining whether the mole appears benign, requires monitoring or needs further investigation.
Secure & Confidential
Images and information are securely uploaded for assessment and handled in accordance with appropriate data protection requirements.
Who May Not Be Suitable for the Service?
Our Mole Checking Service is suitable for many people; however, there are situations where you should seek medical advice from your GP or another appropriate healthcare service instead.
The service may not be suitable if:
- The mole or lesion is bleeding heavily, very painful or showing signs of infection
- You have a rapidly spreading rash, fever or feel unwell
- A healthcare professional has already advised you to seek urgent GP or hospital assessment
- You have already been referred through an urgent pathway for the mole
- The mole is located somewhere where suitable imaging cannot safely be performed, such as inside the mouth or genital area
- The lesion is too large or sensitive to be safely imaged within the pharmacy
- You are concerned about more than three new or changing moles, in which case an in-person mole assessment may be more appropriate
- You are under 16 and attending without a parent or guardian
If you are unsure whether the service is suitable for you, speak to the Swift Pharmacy team before booking.
Concerned About a Mole?
Don’t leave yourself wondering about a new or changing mole.
Book a Mole Checking Service at Swift Pharmacy for convenient access to specialist dermatologist review and clear written results.
£45 for your first mole
£20 for each additional mole during the same consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during my mole checking appointment?
A trained member of our pharmacy team will ask you a few questions and use a specialist dermatoscope to capture detailed images of the mole. These images are then securely submitted to a UK consultant dermatologist for assessment.
Who reviews my mole?
Your images are reviewed by a UK consultant dermatologist. The assessment is carried out by a medical specialist rather than an AI system.
How long does the appointment take?
The appointment usually takes around 10 minutes, although this may vary depending on the number of moles being checked.
When will I receive my results?
Your written dermatologist report is typically returned within 24–48 hours.
How much does a mole check cost?
The first mole costs £45 to check. Additional moles checked during the same consultation cost £20 each.
For example, two moles would cost £65 in total.
What will my report tell me?
Your report will explain whether the mole appears benign, whether it should be monitored or whether further medical assessment is recommended.
What happens if something concerning is found?
If the dermatologist recommends further assessment, you will be provided with guidance on the appropriate next steps. This may include contacting your GP for further investigation or referral.
Do I need to prepare before my appointment?
No special preparation is normally required. If the mole is covered by hair, you may wish to carefully trim the area beforehand to make imaging easier, although this is not essential.
Is my information kept secure?
Your images and information are securely uploaded through the mole checking system. The service information provided to Swift Pharmacy states that images are not retained on the imaging device following the appointment.
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