Patient info

New Zealand has the highest incidence of melanoma in the world along with Australia, over 4500 (invasive melanoma and melanoma in situ) new cases are diagnosed every year.

Melanoma is a cancer of melanocytes (pigment cells) in the skin.

This section explains all you need to know about melanoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most frequently asked questions

Glossary of terms

All about Melanoma including moles, risk factors, management, prognosis and surgery.

About Melanoma

All about Melanoma including moles, risk factors, management, prognosis and surgery.

Melanoma Diagnosis

Melanoma Diagnosis methods and information about skin checks.

Melanoma Prevention

Steps you can take to help prevent Melanoma.