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Modern Healing - 2005
Skin Cancer
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2000 Mohs Surgeries...
Dr. OJ Rustad completed his four year Dermatology residency program at the University of Minnesota. He then was selected for a Cutaneous Surgery Fellowship at the University of MN in 1990. During this fellowship, he received further extensive surgical training in Mohs skin cancer surgeries as well as cosmetic surgeries and procedures. This additional training has allowed him to develop proficiency in the various surgeries of the skin.
Surgical Testimonial
"Not very often do you find a doctor of Dr. O. J. Rustad’s caliber. He is not only a highly skilled MOHS surgeon; he is also a very compassionate and caring individual. You are definitely in the best hands when he is your doctor."
Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery is a specialized technique for removing skin cancers. Instead of taking a large amount of skin all around a skin cancer and having a pathologist later examines it later in order to try and make sure all the cancerous cells are gone, Mohs surgery removes the smallest amount of normal tissue possible. This is especially important in areas such as the face, where it's important to have a good cosmetic outcome as well as remove the cancer. Skin Cancer
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2000 Mohs Surgeries...
Dr. OJ Rustad completed his four year Dermatology residency program at the University of Minnesota. He then was selected for a Cutaneous Surgery Fellowship at the University of MN in 1990. During this fellowship, he received further extensive surgical training in Mohs skin cancer surgeries as well as cosmetic surgeries and procedures. This additional training has allowed him to develop proficiency in the various surgeries of the skin.
Surgical Testimonial
"Not very often do you find a doctor of Dr. O. J. Rustad’s caliber. He is not only a highly skilled MOHS surgeon; he is also a very compassionate and caring individual. You are definitely in the best hands when he is your doctor."
Janet E., Shoreview
Mohs Surgery
In Mohs surgery, as the cancer is excised, each section is microscopically examined to determine if any cancer cells are still present. If any cells remain, only the cancer cells and as few as possible normal cells next to that area are removed. . .
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American Society for Mohs Surgery - Patient FAQs
Is Mohs surgery the best treatment option for all skin cancers?
If you have any type of suspicious skin lesion you should seek evaluation by a dermatologist. If skin cancer is suspected, he or she may recommend and perform a biopsy. Mohs surgery may be recommended based on the type . . . > Read More ASMS FAQs
Mohs Surgery - Photos
Skin Cancer on Forehead - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery After Two Mohs Stages
Closure One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Neck - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
After Two Mohs Stages Closure
One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Lower Lip - Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
Before Surgery After Two Mohs Stages
Closure One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Temple - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery After Two Mohs Stages
Closure One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Lower Lip - Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
Final Defect Post Surgery
One Week Post Surgery One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Forehead - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery Final Defect
Closure One Month Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Chin - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery Final Defect
Closure Six Weeks Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Forehead - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery Final Defect
Closure
Skin Cancer on Mid-Forehead - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery Final Defect
Closure 5 Months Post Surgery
Skin Cancer on Right Nasal - Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Before Surgery Final Defect
Closure 4 Years Post Surgery
