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Why choose Brevard skin and Cancer Center?

We hope you and your loved ones stay safe and healthy. Brevard Skin and Cancer Center is a team of board-certified dermatologists and experienced medical professionals dedicated to the diagnosis, education, prevention, and treatment of hair, skin and nail conditions. With five locations throughout Brevard County, we make treatment more accessible.

Who are the board certified Mohs surgeons in Brevard?

They are two of only 1679 physicians nationwide to achieve Board Certification in MOHS SURGERY. Andrew G. Miner, M.D. Mario J. Sequeira, M.D. Brevard Skin and Cancer Center is committed to the health and welfare of our staff and our patients. We are closely monitoring the outbreak of COVID-19.

Why choose our Center for skin cancer treatment?

Our center is also home to a full-service aesthetic clinic with a staff of medical aestheticians to keep your skin's healthy glow year round. Skin cancer is, unfortunately, very prevalent in Florida and much of our resources are directed towards the timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment of skin cancer.

Does Mohs offer skin cancer treatment in Florida?

Skin cancer is, unfortunately, very prevalent in Florida and much of our resources are directed towards the timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment of skin cancer. Mohs micrographic surgery is offered at two of our three locations, Rockledge and Viera.

How to diagnose skin cancer?

However, they won’t know if it’s cancerous or not until it’s removed and tested. This is a biopsy. A biopsy is the only sure way to diagnose skin cancer.

Where does skin cancer start?

It begins on the outer layer of skin, called the epidermis, and is most often caused by overexposure to UV light including sunlight and artificial UV light from tanning beds. However, skin cancer can appear anywhere on your body even if it wasn’t exposed heavily to UV light.

What is the name of the doctor who diagnoses skin cancer?

Skin Cancer Staging. If the biopsy shows that you have skin cancer you will be referred to a cancer specialist, known as an oncologist. Whether melanoma or nonmelanoma skin cancer, your oncologist needs to know the extent (stage) of the disease.

What is the most common cancer in Florida?

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States and Florida ranks second in the nation for the highest rate of new melanoma cases. It is important to know what to look for can help catch it early when it’s much easier to treat.

What is the least common type of skin cancer?

Basal cell carcinoma ( BCC) Melanoma. Melanoma is the least common type of skin cancer but tends to spread quicker than squamous cell or basal cell carcinomas. If you have already received a skin cancer diagnosis, reviewing this section's important information about diagnosis, staging, and treatment options is a good first step before meeting ...

Do you need all the treatments for skin cancer?

There are several ways to approach skin cancer treatment. You typically will not need all of the treatment types described in this section. Your skin cancer specialist will determine what types of treatment may be needed given the type of skin cancer, stage of cancer, and your overall health.

Does skin cancer have a risk factor?

Having a risk factor (or factors) does not guarantee that you will develop skin cancer.

About Practice

Brevard Medical Dermatology is a top-rated dermatology practice with locations in Viera/Melbourne, Titusville and Merritt Island, FL, providing state-of-the-art diagnosis and care for an array of acute and chronic dermatology issues including acne, skin cancer, moles, skin rashes, warts, dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma..

Words from our patients

"My 5 month old daughter's skin has cleared up and she is much happier! Thanks Anna & staff!"

Since 1977

Your satisfaction with your care at Melbourne Dermatology Center has been our top priority since 1977.

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We consider it a privilege to be trusted in providing skin care for family members through generations.

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