Melanoma and skin cancer

Skin cancer specialists like ours should check any moles showing signs of cancer, which may include those with:

• Sides that don’t match each other (asymmetry)
• Uneven borders
• Tan, brown or black color
• Changes in size, shape or color
  
  

What you should know about melanoma and skin cancer

• Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer. If you have light-colored skin, you face an even higher risk.
• Not all suspicious moles become cancer. Seeing one of our doctors can help you determine your risk.
  
  

Why choose Geisinger for your melanoma and skin cancer care?

• Quick access: If you have a skin cancer concern, we offer several ways to see one of our specialists for a comprehensive screening. We are often able to offer screening appointments within one business day. We also host free screening events twice a year.
• Innovative treatments: We offer treatments that destroy cancer and lower the risk it will return. Procedures such as Mohs surgery get rid of tumors by removing one layer of skin at a time. We also offer non-surgical treatments such as immunotherapy, which uses special drugs to help you fight cancer. Find out more about cancer treatment.
• Prevention: We offer innovative treatments such as photodynamic therapy. This therapy uses drugs and a special kind of light to reduce sunspots and lower your future skin cancer risk.