For years, medicine had little awareness of the dangers of sun exposure. Once it was discovered that suntanning and sunburn were major factors in instances of skin cancer, we began […]
During this time of year when natural sunlight may be lacking, many people head to their local tanning salon for a quick boost. The prevalence of tanning salons across the […]
Mohs micrographic surgery has been heralded as the gold standard in skin cancer treatment. This combination of surgical and histopathological techniques was developed to completely remove complicated skin cancers without […]
Watch Videos About Mohs Surgery Here! Skin cancer is the most prevalent of all types of cancers in the United States. This condition in all of its forms is an […]
We’re reaching toward our half-way point between summer seasons, which means now is a great time to discuss the need for protective habits. For the past several years, we’ve heard […]
Though there are several types of skin cancer, many people only know of the general term itself. The varying forms are lumped into one, at least as far as communication […]
One of Walt Whitman’s most quoted poems says “keep your face always toward the sunshine and the shadows will fall behind you.” Beautiful as these words are, they are not […]
Dermatologists have come to view melanoma in situ (MIS) as quite the challenge. This is because the margins of this form of skin cancer are usually poorly defined. Because we […]
A skin cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming on its own. While managing the emotional reaction to such a diagnosis, patients must simultaneously determine which method of treatment may best suit […]
When discussing the matter of skin cancer, we don’t often make the connection between this serious disease and the body’s natural immune response. Immunity is supposed to help ward off […]