Chicago Mohs Surgery doctors

	John Pak, MD, PhD Chicago Oculoplastic Surgeon 604 Raymond Drive, Naperville		2 answers
	Otto Joseph Placik, MD Chicago Plastic Surgeon 880 W Central Rd Suite 3100, Arlington Heights		2 answers
	Carolyn Jacob, MD Chicago Dermatologic Surgeon 20 W. Kinzie Suite 1130, Chicago
	Murad Alam, MD Chicago Dermatologist 676 N Saint Clair St Suite 1600, Chicago
	Murad Alam MD Chicago Dermatologist 676 North St. Clair Street Suite 1600, Chicago

Recent Answers

Scar Treatment Ointment Used Post-Mohs Surgery? and when should you begin?

A: Reducing scar visibility after MOHs

Reducing scar prominence after reconstructing an eyelid after MOHS requires several tactics: reduction of sun exposure, application of a petroleum jelly substance that can be massaged on the scar, and time. I have recommended vitamin E ointment and TNS serum for reducing scar lines and have had favorable results from patients using these products. Following these straight forward may improve the visibility of scars.

John Pak, MD, PhD

Chicago Oculoplastic Surgeon

Should I Request a Plastic Surgeon for Mohs Reconstruction? My Mohs Surgeon does his own reconstruction. Should I request a plastic surgeon? I have Basel Cell Carcinoma between my eye and my nose, and I have yet to have my pre-surgery consultation with the surgeon.

A: Repair of MOHS around the eyelid

Reconstruction of the eyelid after MOHs require techniques that reduce the possibility of lid malpositions such as ectropions or eyelid asymmetry. If the lesion is small and there is excess skin, closure of the wound without adjacent tension will likely not result in lid malposition. However, if there is exisiting laxityof the lower eyelid and if the closure imparts tension such that the lid moves away from the eye, reconstruction using free skin grafts or myocutaneous flaps might be recommended. It is important to discuss these issues with your MOHS specialist and he or she will provide excellent advice and direction for the reconstruction.

John Pak, MD, PhD

Chicago Oculoplastic Surgeon

Mohs Surgery Scar on Nose I had Mohs Surgery when I was 27 (8 years ago) to remove a large basal cell carcinoma from the tip of my nose. My scar runs along the length of my nose and is discolored, raised/depressed and my nose has a somewhat lopsided/chewed up appearance now. After surgery, I had one session of dermaplaning with some improvement to texture. What are the best scar treatment options for me and would I get better results from a plastic surgeon or laser surgeon? Thanks

A: Mohs Surgery Scar on Nose

You appear to have some textural changes that are wider than the original incision which is by itself a reasonable scar.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon