Skin Cancer in Richmond va
The good news is that most skin cancers can be treated successfully. While surgery (including Mohs surgery) is often considered the most effective treatment for many skin cancers, there are situations where other treatments may be appropriate. Dr. Wallace and the Mohs Surgery Center Team will work with you to determine the best treatment option for you.
The best treatment depends on several factors, including:
- The type of skin cancer
- The size and location of the lesion
- Whether the cancer is superficial or invasive
- Your overall health
- Your personal preferences
Which Treatment Is Best?
Every skin cancer is different.
While many patients are excellent candidates for these nonsurgical options, Mohs surgery or standard surgical excision remains the treatment with the highest cure rates for skin cancers including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Mohs surgery is favored for cancers that are especially:
- Large
- Recurrent
- Aggressive
- Located on the face, ears, nose, lips, hands, genitalia, legs, feet or other high-risk areas
Our goal is to recommend the treatment that offers the best balance of:
- Highest chance of cure
- Best cosmetic result
- Lowest risk of recurrence
- Treatment that fits your health and lifestyle
Questions?
We encourage you to discuss all available treatment options with us in a consultation. Together, we can determine the treatment plan that is safest and most appropriate for your individual skin cancer.