The focus of our Skin Cancer & Lesion Clinic at Greco Dermatology in Sarasota is centered on skin checks for the surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancer, as well as suspicious or unwanted lesions and growths. This is one of our main, and most important, services.
Skin Cancer & Lesion Clinic
The Importance of Skin Checks
After working with Greco Dermatology, our patients feel more informed and educated about their skincare. Most feel a sense of relief after undergoing skin exams once their issues are addressed or the exam confirms that there’s no clinically suspicious lesion. Not only are these exams important for medical reasons; they also provide a sense of calm and peace of mind, which is invaluable. Routine skin exams at the Skin Cancer & Lesion Clinic are generally performed once or twice each year, but may occur more frequently depending on risk factors and diagnosis of skin cancer.
The Importance of Being Fellowship-Trained
When you choose to work with Greco Dermatology, you can feel confident and assured you’re in the excellent hands of a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon. In addition to being fellowship-trained himself, Joseph F. Greco, M.D. also trained other fellows at UCLA in Mohs surgery. Fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons must undergo:
- A competitive application, review, and selection process to be chosen for training
- Extensive hands-on direction and education from highly qualified trainers who are themselves skilled practitioners of the Mohs procedure
- 1-2 years of additional training after residency
- Exposure to rare tumor pathology, difficult tumor locations, and complex wound reconstruction
- A minimum of 650 cases during training
Lipomas
A lipoma is a benign tumor made of fat tissue that develops just beneath the skin. They are often rubbery rather than hard, and not dangerous. However, if a patient wants to remove a lipoma for cosmetic or comfort reasons, Dr. Greco can take it out with excisional surgery that is an outpatient procedure. These lesions can be caused by genetics or injury.
Male & Female Pattern Hair Loss
Hair loss is one of the most cosmetically upsetting conditions, and it affects countless men and women. With hair restoration deep within our veins at Greco Dermatology, we are confident that we can help you with your hair loss. We offer many options for restoration, including hair transplant (Bio-FUE and Bio-FUT), photodynamic therapy, cytokine-rich plasma therapy (BioScalp), scalp micropigmentation, and topical/oral therapies.
Melanoma
Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer that can be fatal if left untreated. Although it can form anywhere on the skin, it’s most often located on the legs in females and the trunk in males. It’s also commonly found on the neck and face. Cancer begins when abnormal cells begin acting erratically and spreading to other parts of the body. Surgical excision is a common treatment.
Moles
Moles are skin lesions that are made up of cells that produce pigment. This makes them darker than their surrounding skin, and they can present as brown, black, blue, pink, or flesh-colored. They may also be raised up from the skin. Moles are usually benign, but it’s very important to have them checked yearly. If needed, moles can be removed via surgical shave or excision.
Scars
If you have a scar or scars on your face or body, sometimes it can feel like that’s all you see when you look in the mirror or see photos of yourself. We understand the disheartening effect scarring can have on your confidence, which is why we offer treatments for scars. We offer micropigmentation for scar camouflage, as well as our bio-enhanced skin therapy for scar treatment to trigger new collagen, making scars less visible.
Seborrheic Keratoses
This type of lesion is an overgrowth of skin cells that technically should fall off, but instead they become “sticky” and end up piling up on themselves. They are often caused by genetics and sun exposure. While they’re not dangerous, many people dislike their appearance and want them removed. Liquid nitrogen, electrosurgery, and shave removal are the most common treatments for removing them.
Follow-Up Visits
Follow-up visits will vary depending on the goals of your specific treatment plan, response to treatment, or if biopsy results warrant further treatment.
We realize that suspicious lesions may arise quickly, or that existing lesions undergo rapid symptomatic change and should not wait for the next routine exam. This is why we have dedicated urgent lesion visits specifically to address these instances. We want to increase access to a quick and focused evaluation.
Dr. Joseph Greco: A Top Skin Cancer Surgeon in Sarasota
Joseph F. Greco, M.D. is a Mohs surgeon and skin cancer specialist and a third-generation medical provider who has been in the realm of skin cancer for 15 years. Known for Mohs work at UCLA, Dr. Greco gained a unique and extensive work experience in the demanding environment of Los Angeles. Here he performed over 20,000 Mohs and excisional surgery procedures and was instrumental in the supervision and training of 14 Mohs micrographic surgery and cutaneous oncology fellows at UCLA. He also treated a number of celebrity clients. He is truly a top skin cancer surgeon and now, with his exceptional skin cancer center in Sarasota, he offers hope and healing to numerous patients. If you’re interested to meet with Dr. Greco in a consultation, we encourage you to contact our office today.
