Medical Dermatology

Skin Cancer

Detection & treatment

Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer, and it is generally curable when caught early. Our dermatologists screen, diagnose, and treat all types.

Medical dermatology care at Southeast Dermatology
Medical care

Detection & treatment

Overview

Understanding Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancers, affecting more than one million Americans every year. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer at some point in their lives, and these conditions are generally curable if caught early.

Our physicians screen for and treat the three main types of skin cancer, tailoring treatment to the type, size, and location of each lesion.

Screening

ABCDE method

Treatments

Excision · Mohs · Cryosurgery

Early detection

Highly curable

A closer look

What to expect

The specifics of your care, and where our dermatologists focus their attention.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

The most common form of skin cancer. Tends to be slow-growing and rarely metastasizes.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Found in the surface layer of the epidermis, often presenting as a crusted or scaly patch with an inflamed, red base.

Melanoma

The least common but most serious form, and the most common form of cancer among young adults age 25 to 29.

Ready when you are

Ready to care for your skin?

Request an appointment for Skin Cancer online, or call either office and our team will help you find a time.