Mohs Surgery in Gig Harbor, WA
Leading Providers of Mohs Micrographic Surgery in the South Sound
When you're facing a skin cancer diagnosis in Gig Harbor, you deserve the most effective treatment with the best cosmetic outcomes. Cascade Eye & Skin Centers offers Mohs micrographic surgery, the gold standard for skin cancer removal, with cure rates up to 99%.
Call to ScheduleMeet Your Gig Harbor Mohs Surgeons
Maureen Mooney, MD
Dr. Mooney is triple board-certified in dermatology, dermatopathology, and Mohs micrographic surgery. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota and completed fellowships in aesthetic dermatology, dermatopathology, and Mohs surgery.
June Kim, MD
Dr. Kim is a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon. She completed her undergraduate degree at MIT, medical training at UT Southwestern, followed by an internal medicine internship at Stanford and a Mohs surgery fellowship at Yale.
Why Choose Cascade Eye & Skin Centers for Mohs Surgery in Gig Harbor
Fellowship-trained Specialists
Both Dr. Mooney and Dr. Kim completed rigorous Mohs surgery fellowships beyond dermatology residency, ensuring the highest level of surgical expertise for Gig Harbor patients.
30 Years of Pacific Northwest Trust
As a long-established practice in the South Sound, we understand the unique needs of our community and the skin cancer concerns facing Pacific Northwest residents.
Comprehensive Skin Cancer Care
From diagnosis through treatment and ongoing surveillance, we provide complete care for patients at every stage of their skin cancer journey.
Mohs Surgery: The Most Effective Technique for Treating Common Skin Cancers
Mohs micrographic surgery is a highly specialized, tissue-sparing procedure that offers Gig Harbor residents:
- Highest cure rates: Up to 99% success rate for most skin cancers
- Maximum tissue preservation: Removes only cancerous cells while sparing healthy skin
- Superior cosmetic results: Minimal scarring, especially important for cancers on the face, head, and neck
- Same-day treatment: Complete removal and reconstruction in one visit
- Immediate microscopic analysis: Your surgeon examines 100% of the surgical margins during your procedure
For skin cancers on visible areas or aggressive/recurrent tumors, Mohs surgery delivers the confidence of complete removal with the best possible aesthetic outcome.
The Mohs Procedure: What Patients Can Expect
Mohs surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure at our convenient South Sound location. Here’s how the process works:
1: Local anesthesia:
The treatment area is numbed for your comfort
2: Tissue removal:
The visible tumor is carefully removed layer by layer
3: Microscopic examination:
Your surgeon personally examines 100% of the tissue margins under a microscope
4: Precise mapping:
If cancer cells remain, their exact location is mapped
5: Targeted removal:
Only areas with remaining cancer are removed
6: Complete clearance:
Steps repeat until all margins are cancer-free
7: Reconstruction:
The wound is repaired for optimal cosmetic results
Common Skin Cancers Treated with Mohs Surgery
Gig Harbor patients most commonly receive Mohs surgery for:
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer. It grows relatively slowly and seldom spreads to other parts of the body. However, if left untreated, it will continue to grow and may invade and destroy surrounding tissue.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer. This type of cancer generally grows rapidly and often appears as a roughened area of skin that may ulcerate or bleed.
Malignant Melanoma
Malignant melanoma usually appears as a brown-black growth on the skin that enlarges and sometimes bleeds. If not treated early, malignant melanoma can be life-threatening.
Superficial Radiotherapy (SRT)
While Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rates for skin cancer, Cascade Eye & Skin Centers also provides Superficial Radiotherapy (SRT) as an alternative treatment option for certain non-melanoma skin cancers affecting Gig Harbor patients.
SRT uses targeted, low-energy radiation to treat non-melanoma skin cancers without the need for surgery. This state-of-the-art technology delivers precise doses of radiation directly to cancerous tissue while minimizing impact on surrounding healthy skin.
The SRT Treatment Process
Unlike surgical removal, SRT requires multiple treatment sessions over several weeks. Each session is quick and painless, with no cutting, no stitches, and no downtime. The radiation precisely targets cancer cells while preserving the appearance and function of healthy tissue.
Explore Your Skin Cancer Treatment Options in Gig Harbor
At Cascade Eye & Skin Centers, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. Our fellowship-trained specialists will evaluate your specific skin cancer, medical history, and personal preferences to recommend the treatment approach that offers you the best outcome.