Dr. Honeycutt performs surgery to remove skin cancers such as basal cell carcinomas, squamous cell carcinomas, and melanomas. She also performs Mohs Micrographic surgery, of which the goal is to remove all of the skin cancer while sparing as much healthy tissue around the cancer as possible.

The doctor also removes benign (non-cancerous) moles, however, removal may or may not be covered by insurance and there are several different methods of removal depending upon the type of mole or growth. An appointment for evaluation by the doctor is required prior to scheduling any type of surgery or removal.

ABCD’s of Melanoma
A. Asymmetry: one half of the spot does not match the other half.
B. Border Irregularity: Normal moles are round or oval. The borders of a melanoma may be uneven or notched.
C. Color: Common moles are usually one color throughout. Melanomas may have several colors or an irregular pattern of colors.
D. Diameter: common moles are generally less than 1/4 inch in diameter (the diameter of a pencil eraser). Melanomas may be 1/8 to 1/4 inch but are often larger.

Other warning signs are:
A sore that does not heal
A new growth.
(Courtesy of the American Cancer Society)

-The doctor also removes benign (non-cancerous) moles. These procedures may or may not be covered by insurance. There are many methods for removing skin lesions depending on the type. An appointment for evaluation by the doctor is required prior to scheduling any type of removal or surgery.

Dr. Honeycutt says, “Get to Know Your Moles!"