What is Mohs surgery used for?
Mohs surgery is used especially for basal or squamous cell carcinoma, including cancers on cosmetically sensitive areas such as the face, neck, hands, or feet. Carolina Skin Institute performs Mohs in the office under local anesthesia.
How quickly are Mohs surgery results available?
Carolina Skin Institute has on-site pathology, which provides immediate tissue-analysis results during the Mohs procedure rather than waiting for an outside laboratory.
What should I look for when choosing a dermatologist for skin cancer?
For skin cancer treatment, check whether the dermatologist is board-certified and whether the practice offers the needed procedure. Carolina Skin Institute lists a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon, while Highlands Dermatology lists board certification and dermatologic surgery.
Can these practices treat routine conditions such as acne or eczema?
Yes. Highlands Dermatology specifically lists acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, pediatric dermatology, and mole evaluation. Carolina Skin Institute lists medical dermatology and management of complex skin diseases.