Dermatology Photohub
The dermatology photohub service streamlines the dermatology two week wait cancer referral pathway and is run by Health Care Assistants. The HCA will take photos of the lesion(s) on the day of the appointment.
You will not see a dermatologist
This appointment is with a Health Care Assistant, not a dermatologist. No lesion will be removed on the day. The HCA will take photos of the lesion(s) which will then be reviewed virtually by a dermatologist.
About The Service
Virtual triage by the dermatologists will be based on the dermatoscopic images, AI analysis and the completed patient questionnaire together with the TWR referral submitted by the GP.
Available to all patients registered with practices in NWS with suspicious lesions, with the exception of lesions which are ulcerated, weeping and/or dressed.
Your GP will refer you to the service if you meet the criteria. Please note that lesions which are ulcerated, weeping and/or dressed are not suitable for this service. We won't be able to photograph multiple lesions. Please speak to your GP if you are concerned about other lesions in different parts of your body.
Dermatology Photohub
Two week wait cancer pathway
AI-assisted dermatoscopic imaging
Important Information
Pre-Appointment Questionnaire
Please look out for a text message with a pre-appointment questionnaire. It is important that this is completed prior to your visit.
You Will Not See A Dermatologist
You will not see a dermatologist on the day. You will not have any lesion removed either. This appointment is with a Health Care Assistant.
Clinic Schedule
Photohub clinics run across two NW Surrey locations Monday to Friday.
St Peter's Hospital
- Monday08:30 – 17:00
- Friday08:30 – 17:30
Woking Community Hospital
- Monday08:30 – 17:00
- Tuesday08:30 – 17:00
- Wednesday08:30 – 17:30
- Thursday08:30 – 17:00
- Friday08:30 – 17:30
How It Works
The referral and appointment process.
GP Referral
Your GP will refer you to the service if you meet the criteria for a two week wait cancer referral.
Complete Questionnaire
You will receive a text message with a pre-appointment questionnaire. Please complete this before your visit.
Photography Appointment
A Health Care Assistant will take dermatoscopic photos of the lesion. These are reviewed by dermatologists with AI analysis.
Need More Information?
Speak to your GP about a referral, or get in touch with our team for more details.