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Early detection saves lives. Learn about the importance of skin cancer screening and how Dr. Ben Wiese provides thorough assessments in Kelowna to keep your skin healthy.


  • Why Choose a Private Skin Cancer Clinic? An Overview of the Cost and Benefits 

    Why Choose a Private Skin Cancer Clinic? An Overview of the Cost and Benefits 

    When it comes to skin cancer, early detection is key – but long wait times in the public system can make that difficult. A private skin cancer clinic offers easier access to screenings and treatment, ensuring concerns are addressed as soon as possible. According to the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA), there are only 770 dermatologists […]

  • Understanding Mole Mapping: A General Practitioner’s Guide

    Understanding Mole Mapping: A General Practitioner’s Guide

    Your skin tells a story, and that story evolves over time. Freckles, birthmarks, and moles are all natural markers of that journey. While most moles are harmless, they are the most common sites where melanoma can develop. Regular self-exams can help spot changes, but advancements in technology have made early skin cancer detection more accurate […]

  • Melanoma Skin Cancer & Your Personal Risk Score

    Melanoma Skin Cancer & Your Personal Risk Score

    Doctors recommend that people take time to examine how their skin may have been damaged by the sun. They should be completing a thorough self-examination of their moles to check for any changes. Changes can signify that what you thought was a mole actually could be a melanoma. Melanoma skin cancer is the most dangerous form of […]

  • Dr. Ben Wiese Interviewed During Skin Cancer Awareness Month

    Dr. Ben Wiese Interviewed During Skin Cancer Awareness Month

    Dr. Ben Wiese was requested to share some of his insights and help spread awareness during several interviews for Skin Cancer Awareness Month. He is passionate about sharing how to protect you skin, detecting skin cancer during its early stages, and checking your skin regularly. Skin Cancer Awareness Month Interviews Kelowna Now Getting to Know […]