Mohs' Surgery Brooklyn

For some patients, the most favorable option for skin cancer removal is Mohs' surgery. Brooklyn dermatologic surgeon Ronald R. Brancaccio, M.D., Director of The Skin Institute of New York, has helped numerous patients successfully treat skin cancer conditions with this procedure.

Board certified by the American Board of Dermatology (ABD), Dr. Brancaccio is a specialist in several aspects of skin health. Mohs' surgery is one of his many areas of specialization.

At The Skin Institute of New York, this procedure entails the following steps:

  • Applying a local anesthetic to the target area to minimize pain potential
  • Removing the visible cancer, along with a thin layer of additional tissue
  • Laboratory examination of the specimen to identify the cancerous areas

In the event that additional cancer is detected during the procedure, Dr. Brancaccio removes additional tissue only where necessary. By utilizing this thorough process, the potential for surgical defect is significantly minimized. The final step of the procedure, incision closure, can be conducted by one of several methods. This can be discussed with Dr. Brancaccio prior to surgery.

For a comprehensive preparation checklist prior to Mohs' surgery, please view our detailed procedure page.

In addition to surgical procedures, The Skin Institute of New York offers minimally-invasive procedures to improve the health and appearance of skin. At our locations in Brooklyn and New York City, laser hair removal is a specialty of our practice. Additionally, we offer general dermatology, cosmetic injectables, and tattoo removal. Several Brooklyn and New York City patients appreciate our wide range of services.

More can be learned on Mohs' surgery, or the other aspects of our practice, during an initial consultation. Should you wish to proceed as our patient, the fee for this appointment will be applied toward your treatment costs.

The office of our Brooklyn Mohs' surgery specialist can be reached at (718) 491-5800, or in New York City at (212) 675-5847. However, if you prefer to e-mail us, we will respond as soon as possible.