Dermatologist in Colorado Springs, CO.

The Skin Cancer Foundation reports that one in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70. Over 9,500 people in the U.S. receive a diagnosis per hour with skin cancer, and more than two fatalities occur every hour. There are three types of skin cancers: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Melanoma (the most dangerous) has a 99% five-year survival rate when detected early, and the procedure to remove the cancer is known as Mohs Surgery. At Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center of Colorado Springs, our doctors recommend Mohs Surgery to Colorado Springs, and Trinidad, CO, patients with one of the three skin cancers mentioned or who have a few episodes that occur close together.

What Makes Mohs Surgery Special?

The idea of skin cancer and surgery is scary as a unit, let alone combined. Fortunately, you can relax knowing that Mohs Surgery uses a precise method to remove the least amount of skin necessary to treat the affected area. Our dermatologist will only recommend Mohs Surgery if you show symptoms of early melanoma or a melanoma that remains close to the skin. Mohs surgery isn't applicable for all skin cancers, but our doctors recommend this advanced technique to patients when required. Additional benefits of this surgery include minimal scarring, low-recurrence rates, and quick results. Our dermatologists can also perform this procedure in a single visit.

Our doctor at Skin Cancer & Dermatology Center of Colorado Springs physically evaluates your skin and family history of skin cancer during your initial consultation. Consider Mohs Surgery in Colorado Springs, CO, or Trinidad, CO, to treat skin cancer that has a high risk of returning. Our doctor can also address any questions or concerns regarding the procedure. Please explore our website to learn more about the conditions we treat and the services provided. For more information or to schedule an appointment at one of our two locations, call (719) 574-0310 (Colorado Springs) or (800) 290-2478 (Trinidad).