Please meet our MOHS' Surgery & Skin Cancer Center

What is MOHS Micrography Surgery?

Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized, highly effective technique for the removal of skin cancer. The procedure was developed in the 1930s by Dr. Frederic Mohs at the University of Wisconsin and is now practiced throughout the world. Mohs surgery differs from other skin cancer treatments in that it permits the immediate and complete microscopic examination of the removed cancerous tissue, so that all “roots” and extensions of the cancer can be eliminated. Due to the methodical manner in which tissue is removed and examined, Mohs surgery has been recognized as the skin cancer treatment with the highest reported cure rate.

Advantages of the MOHS Surgical Procedure

Some skin cancers can be deceptively large – far more extensive under the skin than they appear to be from the     surface. These cancers may have “roots” in the skin, or along blood vessels, nerves, or cartilage. Skin cancers that  have recurred following previous treatment may send out extensions deep under the scar tissue that has formed at the site. Mohs surgery is specifically designed to remove these cancers by tracking and removing these cancerous “roots.” For this reason, prior to Mohs surgery it is impossible to predict precisely how much skin will have to be removed. The final surgical defect could be only slightly larger than the initial skin cancer, but occasionally the removal of the deep “roots” of a skin cancer results in a sizeable defect. The patient should bear in mind, however, that Mohs surgery removes only the cancerous tissue, while the normal tissue is spared.

Our MOHS Surgery & Skin Cancer Center

Dr. Monheit has been a leader in skin cancer and Mohs surgery.  He trained with Dr. Frederick Mohs and established the first center for Mohs surgery in Alabama.  He has trained fellows for the past 20 years which has graduates practicing worldwide.  The Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer Center at Total Skin & Beauty is a state of the art facility with a dedicated staff for skin  cancer removal via the Mohs technique, reconstruction and personalized patient care. With over 2,000      patients treated a year, our center has the experience and expertise for predictable cures and quality care. 

Director

• Gary D. Monheit, MD

Surgical Staff

• Heidi Neugent, PA-C

(205) 380-6147

Surgery Scheduling

• Cyndi Baethke
• Donna Raye

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(205)380-6118      (800)252-6647