Skin Cancer Screening & Treatment

Skin Cancer Screening & Treatment in Vincennes

Early Detection. Advanced Treatment. Walk-In Access.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. When detected early, treatment is highly effective and often less invasive.

At Vincennes Walk-In Dermatology, we provide comprehensive skin cancer screening, biopsy, and treatment planning, including advanced non-surgical options for appropriate cases.

Walk-in evaluations are available during regular business hours for new concerns or changing skin lesions.

Skin Cancer Screening in Vincennes

Routine skin cancer screening allows early identification of:

• Precancerous lesions
• Basal cell carcinoma
• Squamous cell carcinoma
• Suspicious or atypical moles

A professional skin exam evaluates the entire skin surface, including areas patients may not easily see.

Who Should Have Yearly Skin Checks?

Annual skin exams are recommended for patients who have:

• History of significant sun exposure
• Fair skin or frequent sunburns
• Tanning bed exposure
• Personal history of skin cancer
• Family history of melanoma
• Numerous or atypical moles

Yearly skin checks improve early detection and simplify treatment.

Walk in during business hours for evaluation of new or changing spots, or schedule a full-body skin exam.

Common Types of Skin Cancer

Actinic Keratosis (Precancerous Lesions)

• Rough, scaly patches on sun-exposed skin
• Common on the face, scalp, ears, and hands
• May progress to squamous cell carcinoma if untreated

Early treatment helps prevent progression.

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

• Most common form of skin cancer
• Often appears as a pearly bump, pink patch, or non-healing sore
• Slow-growing but may damage surrounding tissue

Early-stage BCC is highly treatable and may qualify for non-surgical options.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

• May appear as a red, scaly patch or thickened lesion
• Can grow more aggressively than BCC
• Often associated with cumulative sun damage

Prompt treatment helps prevent deeper invasion and spread.

Melanoma

• Less common but more serious
• May develop in an existing mole or as a new dark lesion
• Evaluated using the ABCDE criteria (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving)

Suspicious melanomas require urgent evaluation and surgical referral when appropriate.

Diagnostic Evaluation

Skin cancer diagnosis may include:

• Full-body skin examination
• Dermoscopic assessment
• Skin biopsy for microscopic analysis

A biopsy confirms the diagnosis and helps determine the most appropriate treatment approach.

Skin Cancer Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the tumor type, depth, location, and patient-specific factors.

Options may include:

• Cryotherapy for certain precancerous lesions
• Surgical excision or Mohs surgery when appropriate
• Non-surgical radiation-based treatment for eligible cases

Treatment plans are individualized based on medical necessity and patient needs.

Advanced Non-Surgical Treatment: IG-SRT

For many early-stage basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (IG-SRT) offers a non-invasive alternative to surgery.

IG-SRT:

• Requires no cutting or stitches
• Is performed in an outpatient setting
• Helps preserve cosmetic appearance
• Uses imaging guidance for precision
• Offers high cure rates for appropriate early-stage tumors

Not every tumor qualifies for IG-SRT.

Learn more about IG-SRT treatment options.

Walk-In Skin Cancer Evaluation During Business Hours

If you notice any of the following:

• A non-healing sore
• A bleeding or crusted lesion
• A rapidly changing mole
• A new growth that looks different from others

Walk-in evaluation is available during regular clinic hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

We serve patients throughout Vincennes and the surrounding Knox County communities.

Appointments are also available for comprehensive yearly skin exams and ongoing monitoring.

Early Detection Changes Outcomes

Most skin cancers begin silently. They may not cause pain and may not feel urgent.

Routine screening and prompt evaluation reduce treatment complexity and improve both cosmetic and medical outcomes.

Walk in during business hours or schedule your yearly skin cancer screening in Vincennes today.