Category Archives: Mohs Surgery

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Is Skin Cancer Curable? Your Top Questions Answered

During the carefree, languid days of summer fun and beachside vacations, the last thing people want to be thinking about is skin cancer. It’s easy to dismiss it as a cautionary tale, but for up to 10,000 Americans each day, a diagnosis is a new and unsettling reality. That’s according to the Skin Cancer Foundation, …

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Mohs Surgery for the Newly Diagnosed: What You Need To Know

Being diagnosed with skin cancer can be a startling experience, but don't worry—you're certainly not alone. More than 3 million cases of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are treated in the U.S. each year, and the vast majority of skin cancers are curable. Mohs surgery is considered one of the best, …

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Mohs Surgery 101: Answering Your Most Commonly Asked Questions

Each year, more than 1.2 million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer. While this diagnosis isn’t usually immediately life-threatening, it does require corrective treatment to prevent it from spreading further. Mohs surgery is one of the most effective, trusted ways to remove these cancerous skin cells directly.  You may find yourself with a few questions—both …

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DermSurgery Associates

Houston Dermatologists Bring Depth of Experience to Large Network of DermSurgery Associates Clinics Across Houston Area

DermSurgery Associates is a network of highly trained Houston dermatologists offering industry-leading, advanced treatments for a wide range of skin conditions. These highly trained Houston dermatologists and their talented support staff specialize in cosmetic dermatology, adult and pediatric dermatology and skin cancer surgery and treatment. With 11 service locations conveniently located across the Houston-metropolitan area, …

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DermSurgery Associates

What You Need to Know About Skin Cancer and Mohs Surgery

Is it time for a professional cancer screening? In the United States in 2013, an estimated 1,660,290 new cases of cancer were diagnosed. The American Cancer Society estimates that 580,350 of these cases will end in death. The society projects that melanoma skin cancer accounted for 76,690 of the newly diagnosed cancer cases, with 9,480 …

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DermSurgery Associates

What is Mohs Surgery for the treatment of skin cancer?

Mohs surgery is a specialized surgical procedure used to remove skin cancer.  This technique offers a very successful cure for skin cancers.  The surgeon, who is a dermatologist experienced and trained in both surgery and pathology, removes and examines each layer of the diseased skin with a microscope for the presence of cancer cells during …

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