MoleMate Demonstration

MoleMate is latest technological advance in mole screening. A valuable device made especially for GPs and skin specialists, MoleMate assists and accelerates the diagnostic process. You begin by scanning a skin lesion; then by using the intuitive software, you can quickly decide whether you need to refer the patient, excise the lesion or confidently assure the patient the lesion is not harmful.

In this video you will see Wayne Hicks, Sales & Operations Manager at Schuco demonstrate how to use MoleMate.

VIDEO

Quick Facts about MoleMate:

• High resolution dermatoscopic view with up to 40x magnification
• Better diagnostic accuracy in comparison with the “Seven Point
Check-list” that is the current Gold Standard in Primary Care (p=0.02)1
• The only digital skin imaging technology to display haemoglobin,
melanin, dermal melanin and collagen (SIAscans)
• Scans within seconds, displaying high resolution SIAscan images,
that allow you to rapidly evaluate lesions
• Intuitive and easy to use software
• Includes the MoleMate clinically proven scoring system developed in
conjunction with GP practices & Cambridge University Teaching Hospital
• Share SIAscans with the patient on the spot, reassuring the patient
and increasing their confidence during and after the consultation
• Incorporate patient details, notes and lesion location together
with SIAscans into PDF reports, which can be used for
referral or for the patient to take home
• Includes mannequin option so lesions can be
located and recorded for future reference
• Gives substantially higher sensitivity than
alternative methods. Clinically proven
to increase the number of true
positive referrals whilst reducing
practice referral costs and patient
distress
• Requires basic training, is very easy
to install and integrates
seamlessly into the medical practice

You can find more information and purchase a MoleMate here.

MoleMate at Primary Care

Wayne Hicks, the Sales and Operations Manager at Schuco, recently gave a demonstration of the MoleMate to professionals from Primary Care. The MoleMate is specifically designed with and for general practitioners and skin specialists.

Reasons to invest into a MoleMate:

•Accurate
•Rapid
•Patient friendly
• Easy to use
•Affordable

The MoleMate uses the powers of SIAscopy to assist and accelerate the diagnostic process of suspicious skin lesions. SIAscopy is a clinically proven, non-invasive skin imaging technology that can accurately detect melanoma at an early and treatable stage.

SIAscopy is the only technology that can look up to 2mm beneath the skin’s surface to provide five distinct images to aid diagnosis: haemoglobin, melanin, dermal melanin and collagen as well as a high resolution dermatoscopic view with up to 40x magnification.

MoleMate enables the medical professionl to quickly scan and make a decision to refer a patient, excise a lesion or immediately assure them that their lesion is not suspicious.

You can see up to 2mm beneath the skin.

Click here to explore more about MoleMate on the Schuco website.

Skin Cancer Prevention

The Primary Care 2011 exhibition took place at the NEC Birmingham in May, where thousands of primary care professionals enjoyed visiting numerous stands, attending seminars and generally networking within their industry. Schuco sponsored the event and the team was there demonstrating their devices and offering education about skin care.

Anthony Hubbard, MD of Schuco delivers a talk on Skin Cancer and demonstrates the MoleMate

Anthony Hubbard, MD of Schuco delivered a seminar on Skin Cancer and how Schuco devices help GPs cut down on the volume and cost of referrals by accurately and confidently assessing suspicious skin lesions within their practice.

Anthony said the way to avoid skin cancer is by; a) being sun smart and b) avoiding tanning beds.

According to Cancer Research UK:

In 2008 around 11,770 new cases of malignant melanoma were diagnosed in the UK and more than 98,800 non-melanoma skin cancers were registered.
In 2008 around 2,560 people in the UK died from skin cancer. Around 2,070 from malignant melanoma and around 500 from non-melanoma skin cancer.

Those who live in sunny climates like Australia and New Zealand are at a greater risk, however it does not mean you can afford to be unconcerned if you live in Europe.

Crowd listens to talk on Skin Cancer

The frequency of skin cancer cases in the UK has risen drastically in recent years and in April 2011 Switzerland was deemed to have the third highest rate of skin cancer globally.

Fortunately, skin cancer is preventable for the conscious individual.  “Your skin requires only 20 minutes a day to absorb enough vitamin D; and it does not have to be in the middle of the day when the sun is at it’s strongest”, said Anthony.

From a young age, Australians are taught “Slip, Slop, Slap, Wrap”; the motto of long term campaign for sun smart practices. It reminds people to slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat and wrap on some sunglasses. By following these principles when in the sun and avoiding being in the sun for extended periods, you will be protecting yourself from the risk of skin cancer. Tanning beds and solariums are also known contributors to  skin cancer rates and should be avoided.

Finally, if you notice that you have developed moles of skin lesions, it is important to keep a check on them and look for the following signs (ABCD):

Asymmetry: Is one of the sides different to the other?
Border: Is the border irregular or smooth?
Colour: Has the colour changed at all?
Diameter: Is it 6mm or bigger?

Schuco stand at the Primary Care Event

If you find a skin lesion has changed, make sure to mention it to your GP on your next visit. If possible, take pictures of the changing mole to show to your doctor.

For GPs and skin specialists, one of Schuco’s most popular devices is the MoleMate. This device scans suspicious moles and the intuitive software guides you through a process of discerning whether or not the mole needs further attention. The MoleMate provides confidence for you and your patient as well as reducing the need for referrals. You will find further information about the MoleMate here.

By avoiding skin cancer in the first place, and then detecting it at the earliest stage, we can reduce the rates of skin cancer in the UK.

Primary Care Event at the NEC

In May 2011, Schuco was proud to sponsor and be a part of a Primary Care event held at the NEC. Over 5000 delegates attended the conference, which offered informative seminars and a range of medical and lifestyle related exhibitors; from the Vegetarian and Vegan Foundation, to comfortable shoes for nurses, medical products, cancer charities and much more.

Itz was a successful event for the Schuco team as they shared their experience and knowledge with deleagtes including informative information about their diverse product range including devices for Cryosurgery, Dermoscopy, Electrosurgery, and Siascopy.

Giles, Kirsty, Wayne, Anthony and James gave demonstrations to eager crowds; especially popular was the mole scanning device and diagnostic software of the MoleMate. Delegates lined up to have their moles scanned on their legs, arms and even in their hair!

Enjoy this slideshow of the event!

This slideshow requires JavaScript.