Most small skin cancers can be removed right in our office. If you have been diagnosed with a basal cell or squamous cell carcinoma — or a suspicious spot was found at your skin check — you may not need a hospital or a months-long wait. We perform elliptical excisions of small skin cancers in-office, typically within days to weeks, not months.
How it works
- We confirm the diagnosis, usually with a small biopsy
- The area is numbed with local anesthesia
- The cancer is removed with a margin of healthy skin and sent to pathology
- The site is closed with careful suturing designed to heal as a thin, flat line
- Pathology results confirm the cancer was fully removed
Why in-office excision
- Far lower cost than hospital or surgical-center settings
- Faster scheduling — small cancers are best treated early
- Local anesthesia only, with no downtime for most patients
- Wound-care expertise for optimal healing — it is our specialty
Frequently asked questions
Does it hurt? The numbing injection stings briefly; after that, most patients feel only pressure.
Will I have a scar? Any excision leaves a mark, but elliptical excision with layered closure is designed to heal as a thin line that fades over months. Our wound-care background means healing is never an afterthought.
What about melanoma or larger cancers? We will assess your case honestly and refer you promptly to the right specialist if your situation needs Mohs surgery or hospital-based care.