Can a doctor in Walnut Creek, CA cure skin cancer with surgery?
The diagnosis of skin cancer can be unsettling. You need to be informed
so that you can choose the most competent surgeon to perform your skin
cancer surgery in Walnut Creek, CA. Mohs Micrographic Surgery can be
used in most cases and it provides a cure rate of 99%. This treatment
should only be performed by a surgeon with extensive training in the
procedure. Mohs surgery is a specialized technique and success involves
expert tissue handling and surgical skill. Today’s most competent
surgeons such as Dr. Christine Lee have completed a fellowship approved
by the American College of Mohs Surgery. Dr. Lee completed her training
in dermatology and then a fellowship in Mohs surgery and cosmetic
surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. She has
observed and performed thousands of Mohs surgery procedures. Most
doctors have not completed this training.
Mohs surgery is very precise, so the maximum amount of
healthy tissue is spared. The technique focuses on only removing the
diseased skin providing the best cosmetic outcome. But you can rest
assured knowing that Dr. Christine Lee has expertise in cosmetic,
reconstructive surgery as well.
Mohs has become a gold standard in skin cancer surgery.
This technique is used all over the world because it provides immediate,
microscopic evaluation of diseased skin tissue. This means that you
can leave your doctors’ office knowing that all of the cancer has been
removed.
Dr. Lee performs Mohs surgery in her state-of-the-art
office. This ensures that costs are minimized and your safety and
comfort are maximized. The procedure can typically be completed in one
visit, but this can vary based on the severity of the tumor and the
necessary reconstruction.
During the procedure, Dr. Lee will precisely remove the
tumor and then examine the area using a microscope. She will be looking
for any remaining cancer cells. She will remove small sections and
then map them to learn the direction that the cancer cells are growing.
If she sees additional cancer cells, she will need to remove more
tissue. When Dr. Lee determines that the tumor has been completely
removed, she will reconstruct the area. During the procedure you will
experience only minimal discomfort, if any.
If you need skin cancer surgery in Walnut Creek, California,
don’t wait to schedule your appointment with Dr. Lee. Early
intervention gives the best outcomes. Call today to start your path to
being cancer-free.
Dr. Min-Wei Christine Lee
Dr. Christine Lee is a Board-certified Dermatologist with sub-specialties in laser surgery, cosmetic surgery, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, facial plastic reconstruction, and dermatologic surgery. She leads The Skin And Laser Treatment Institute as its Director and serves as Clinical Faculty for the Department of Dermatologic Surgery at the University of California San Francisco. Patients travel from across the globe for her expertise, and Dr. Lee has trained thousands of stateside and international doctors.Share this Article
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