SKIN CANCER REMOVAL

The principal cause of skin cancer is over exposure to ultraviolet rays of the sun. The three most common types of sun-related skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma. Our philosophy is one of prevention, but once a diagnosis of skin-cancer is made, we must determine the most appropriate intervention. Every effort is made to avoid surgery, but occasionally a cancerous growth must be surgically removed.

Typically a minor outpatient surgical procedure can be performed in our ambulatory surgery center, the Houston Lake Surgery Center, located within our office. Our modern surgery center is licensed by the state of Georgia, certified by the Health Care Financing Administration and Medicare, and is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc.

Some skin cancers, especially ones that are large, recurrent, or arise on the face and scalp, are best removed with micrographic surgery known as the Mohs technique. The physician acts as both surgeon and pathologist allowing more accurate and precise removal of the cancer, hopefully assuring complete cure and recovery. Our Mohs laboratory is on-site and complements the facilities of the Houston Lake Surgery Center. Please ask if micrographic surgery would be appropriate for your skin tumor.

We follow up with non-surgical treatments as part of our preventive program for continued good health.

SKIN CONDITIONS

Skin conditions can be extremely uncomfortable and disruptive to your quality of life. We provide a wide range of treatment and procedures dealing with these conditions. Dr. Freeman customizes treatment plans, medications and procedures for each individual patient. The following are just a few common conditions that we routinely treat:

Acne	Eczema	Dermatitis	Psoriasis	Skin Growths	Warts
Cysts	Birthmarks	Moles	Hair Loss	Nail Disease	Rashes

...we encourage all patients to have a preventive skin examination which can be scheduled at the time of a subsequent office visit. If you are interested in this service, please let Dr. Freeman or one of his staff know at the time of your visit.