Skin Cancer

Access a team of dedicated experts.

If you've been diagnosed with melanoma or another type of skin cancer, the experts at Novant Health Cancer Institute are here to help throughout your journey. You have an entire care team on your side, including dermatological oncologists, melanoma specialists, cancer patient navigator services and our compassionate support staff.

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From diagnosis to personalized treatment.

If your primary care physician or dermatologist suspects early symptoms of skin cancer, they'll refer you to a skin specialist. From there, our team reviews your case and works with you to develop a personalized treatment plan. 

Depending on your situation, your skin cancer treatment may include: 

  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy: The removal and biopsy of lymph nodes to see if cancer is present.  
  • Skin grafting: Healthy skin is transplanted from one area of the body to treat the affected area. 
  • Complex closure: The closure of an open wound after skin cancer removal. 
  • Reconstruction:  Surgery is performed to replace missing skin and tissue to restore its appearance and minimize scarring.
  • Radiation therapy, immunotherapy and targeted agents: For advanced cases, one or more of these treatments may be used.

Types of Skin Cancer

Why Choose Novant Health?

Accredited by multiple national organizations, including the Commission on Cancer and the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®), your Novant Health physician is committed to providing excellence in cancer care. You can feel confident that you will be supported throughout your cancer journey by a specialized team of experts focused on your specific needs. We work in state-of-the-art cancer care centers that are among the best in the country.

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Your cancer journey is unique. That’s why our nationally recognized cancer teams work with you to develop a personalized care plan. At Novant Health, you’ll have access to the most current treatment options available only at leading cancer institutes. Your treatment may include clinical research trials or robotics, microsurgeries, new radiation technologies, or cellular and immune therapies. Together, we can treat your cancer, manage your symptoms, and provide you with support at all stages.

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You're not alone on your cancer journey. At Novant Health, rest assured you’ll have all the resources you need to tackle your life-changing diagnosis. Our multidisciplinary, collaborative approach brings together experts with knowledge from different specialties to support you every step of the way. In addition to oncologists, radiologists, and surgeons, your team may include nurse navigators, nutritionists, integrative medicine specialists, genetic counselors, social workers, symptom management and palliative care specialists, and more.

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Nationally Recognized Care

  • National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) 
  • Commission on Cancer (CoC) 
  • Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI)
  • Radiation Oncology Practice Accreditation (ROPA-ACR)
  • APEx Accreditation (ASTRO)
  • Magnet Recognition-American Nursing Credentialing Center
  • American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP)
  • National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
  • Southeast Clinical Oncology Research Consortium (SCOR)/National Cancer Institute (NCI) Community Oncology Research Program 
  • Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT)
  • National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC)

Connect with our collaborative team.

Novant Health cancer clinics provide you with a devoted, compassionate team of experts for your skin cancer treatment. Our specialists meet weekly to review your individual treatment plan and ensure you are on the right path.

This multidisciplinary approach includes experts specializing in:

  • Medical oncology
  • Radiation oncology
  • Surgical oncology
  • Patient navigation
  • Nutrition
  • Pathology
  • Clinical research
  • Radiology
  • Symptom management
  • Psychosocial support services
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You’re Entitled to a Second Opinion.

Are you concerned or confused about a cancer diagnosis or treatment recommendation you've received?

Another perspective on your case and options can give you some peace of mind. Reach out for a virtual session or in-person consultation.

Experience the Future of Cancer Care, Today.

Together, we can beat cancer. Clinical research studies drive breakthroughs in the prevention, detection and treatment of many cancer conditions.

If eligible to join a clinical trial, you could access new cancer treatments before they’re available to the general public. Explore clinical trials and speak with your cancer team to see if any are right for you.

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