Precision Care
When faced with a skin cancer diagnosis, patients seek treatments that offer the best cure rates, such as the highly specialized, state-of-the-art technique called Mohs micrographic surgery.
“Our number one goal is to cure the cancer while preserving as much normal tissue as possible using the Mohs technique,” explained Sheetal Mehta, MD, assistant professor, medicine, dermatology division, Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine (LUC SSOM).
Dr. Mehta and her colleague, Steven Goulder, MD, assistant professor, medicine, dermatology division, LUC SSOM, and Chief of Dermatologic Surgery, meticulously remove tissue around and under the tumor, process the tissue onsite in their laboratory and then examine the tissue under a microscope. They repeat the process until no cancer cells remain. “This outpatient technique provides the highest cure rate, ranging from 97 to 99 percent. It also allows our patients to undergo cosmetic reconstruction the same day,” Dr. Mehta said.
Drs. Mehta and Goulder discuss individual cosmetic reconstruction options with each patient and collaborate with other Loyola surgical subspecialists, such as plastic surgeons, otolaryngologists or oculoplastic surgeons for optimal results.
“Twenty five percent of Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, and organ transplant recipients are at a significantly higher risk,” Dr. Goulder said. Since early detection significantly increases survival rates, people age 40+ are encouraged to have annual skin cancer screenings. For more information on Loyola's Skin Cancer and Mohs Micrographic Surgery Center or to schedule an appointment, please call (888) LUHS-888.
Make the call today. Get a mammogram tomorrow.
Loyola doesn’t want a busy life to keep you from getting the care you need. That’s why we provide next day appointments for screening mammography services. Select locations even offer convenient evening and weekend hours.
Advanced technology
Digital mammography is offered at each of our five convenient screening centers. This allows us to provide you with the best possible care in the prevention and early detection of breast cancer.
Regular screening
Early detection is critical. Loyola recommends women age 40-49 get a mammogram every 1-2 years and annually after age 50.
Make an appointment
To schedule a mammogram, call (888) LUHS-888. Available at our Maywood, Darien, Oakbrook Terrace, Orland Park, and North Riverside locations.
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