Early detection is the key to permanent cure, which usually involves surgical excision in an office setting. Board certified dermatologist Dr. Robert Benson has a long-established reputation as an expert in the prevention, detection, and treatment of all skin cancers and has over four decades of experience both in the U.S. and New Zealand, the skin cancer capitol of the world. Dr. Benson with our team of board certified dermatologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, diagnose cancerous lesions on a regular basis. Our Mohs surgeon is board certified dermatologist Dr. Nick Frank who is fellowship-trained in Mohs surgery and dermatologic oncology. 

The two most common types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas. They can usually be cured without risk to your overall health if treated expeditiously. The gold standard treatment for these common skin cancers, especially if they occur in cosmetically sensitive areas, is called Mohs micrographic surgery. This is an outpatient procedure done under local anesthesia. All performed in one day by Dr. Frank, this surgical technique allows precise removal of the skin cancer, rapid evaluation under the microscope to ensure complete removal of the cancer, and repair of the skin while minimizing scarring. 

Our patients receive the latest and most effective preventative measures with a range of specialty antioxidants, sunblocks, cosmetics, and Photodynamic Therapy. Detection of skin cancer is an everyday occurrence at Benson Dermatology due to our regular and intensive screening exams by our board certified team of specialists. Surgical or medical removal of skin cancers is our specialty, with most excisions done in the office under local anesthesia yielding excellent cosmetic results.*