Now Scheduling Skin Cancer Screenings
Early Detection Focus
Skin exams help identify suspicious moles or changing spots so concerns can be evaluated as early as possible.
Expert Diagnosis
Our providers assess abnormal skin changes and guide next steps when melanoma is suspected.
ABCDE Guidance
Patients are educated on the ABCDE warning signs to help recognize when a mole may need evaluation.
Prompt Treatment Planning
When melanoma is diagnosed, treatment is planned quickly based on the location and characteristics of the lesion.
Surgical Treatment Options
Surgical removal is a primary treatment approach for melanoma, with techniques selected to remove abnormal cells effectively.
Prevention & Ongoing Monitoring
Guidance is provided on sun protection, self-checks, and follow-up skin exams to support long-term skin health.
Treatment Benefits
What To Expect
Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer that develops from pigment-producing cells in the skin. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds can damage skin cells and lead to abnormal cell growth. Melanoma often appears as a new mole or a change in an existing mole or dark spot and can spread if left untreated.
At Specialists in Dermatology PLLC, our team focuses on early melanoma detection, diagnosis, and treatment planning. If you notice a new or changing mole, itching, bleeding, or any visible change in a spot on your skin, it is important to schedule a professional skin exam.
A helpful way to monitor moles at home is the ABCDE method:
A – Asymmetry
B – Borders that are irregular
C – Color that varies
D – Diameter larger than 6mm
E – Evolution or change over time
If melanoma is diagnosed, prompt treatment is important. Surgical removal is a common treatment approach, and your provider will recommend the most appropriate option based on the location and characteristics of the lesion. Our team also provides prevention guidance, including sun protection strategies and the importance of regular self-checks and follow-up skin exams.Bring note of any new, changing, itching, or bleeding moles or spots you want evaluated. Avoid heavy makeup or body coverage that could limit skin visibility during the exam.
Follow your provider’s recommendations after your visit. If additional evaluation, biopsy, or removal is needed, you will receive specific instructions and follow-up guidance.
A thorough skin evaluation and review of concerning areas
Discussion of the ABCDE warning signs
Possible recommendation for biopsy or removal if a spot appears suspicious
Insurance & Billing
Insurance coverage may apply for melanoma evaluation and treatment based on medical necessity/coverage.
Diagnostic Appointments
Visits may include examination, biopsy, and coordination of next steps depending on findings and results.
Treatment Timeline
Care timelines vary based on stage, location, and whether additional treatment is required after diagnosis.
Specialist-Directed Care
Your dermatologist coordinates care and referrals as needed to ensure appropriate melanoma management.