What is Mohs Surgery?
Mohs micrographic surgery is the gold standard for treating skin cancer, offering the highest cure rate while preserving as much healthy skin as possible. This advanced, tissue-sparing technique is especially effective for basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), as well as other high-risk or recurrent skin cancers.
Why Choose Mohs Surgery?
✅ Highest Cure Rate – Up to 99% success rate for new skin cancers and 94% for recurrent cases.
✅ Precise & Tissue-Sparing – Removes only cancerous cells, preserving healthy tissue.
✅ Minimally Invasive & Outpatient – No hospital stay; performed in one visit.
✅ Minimal Scarring – Advanced closure techniques ensure optimal cosmetic outcomes.
✅ Immediate Results – Each layer is examined in real-time, reducing the need for additional treatments.
How Mohs Surgery Works
1️⃣ Step 1: Precise Removal – The surgeon removes a thin layer of tissue containing the cancer.
2️⃣ Step 2: Immediate Lab Analysis – The tissue is examined under a microscope to check for remaining cancer cells.
3️⃣ Step 3: Layer-by-Layer Approach – If cancer cells remain, only those areas are removed, ensuring maximum skin preservation.
4️⃣ Step 4: Wound Repair & Healing – Once cancer-free, the area is carefully closed for the best possible healing.
Who is Mohs Surgery Recommended For?
Skin cancers on the face, nose, ears, eyelids, lips, hands, or feet (where tissue preservation is crucial).
Recurrent or aggressive skin cancers.
Large, poorly defined, or fast-growing tumors.
Patients seeking the most effective treatment with minimal scarring.
What to Expect During Mohs Surgery
The procedure is done under local anesthesia (no general anesthesia needed).
You’ll stay in a comfortable setting while each tissue layer is examined.
The entire process typically takes 1-4 hours.
After surgery, post-op care instructions will be provided to ensure smooth healing.
Why Choose Us for Mohs Surgery?
Led by Dr. Soheil Simzar, a UCLA-trained Mohs surgeon with over 30,000 surgeries performed, our team is committed to:
✔ Expert surgical precision with minimal scarring
✔ Advanced reconstruction techniques for optimal cosmetic outcomes
✔ A patient-centered, compassionate approach
✔ State-of-the-art technology for real-time pathology analysis