Mole removed on first appointment?

Question

hello! i want to remove my mole from my face, and i want to know if it can be removed on the first appointment with a dermatologist.

Dev Wali, MD · Answer

This can be done in the first appointment.  Often times a virtual consultation may give enough information to the surgeon to schedule the procedure.  Ask your surgeon if this is possible.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

there is no reason why this cant be treated at an office visit. I suggest seeing an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Many of the moles we see on the face are benign and can be removed with surgery or with laser/hyfrecation. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thank you for your question.Some physician offices will do a consult and treat. Contact your physician to see if this is an option. Best of luck

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

You would need to contact each physician's office to determine if they could remove a mole at your first office visit.  Some may do this and some may not.  In addition to a dermatologist, you could also try a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon.

Dustin Wilkes, DO · Answer

A mole can be removed on the first appointment.  I would consult with a cosmetic dermatologist regarding treatment options.  Best, Dr. Wilkes"This answer has been provided without seeing this patient and cannot be
 held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment
 with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Katherine L. Caretti, MD · Answer

Moles can be removed on the initial visit, but it will depend on the physician's office policy and if time has been blocked out for such a procedure. There are a couple of options for removal including saucerization which would leave a circular scar or excision which is preferred and would leave a small linear (line) scar. Excision also ensures complete removal of the mole and decreases likelihood of mole recurrence. In either case, be mindful of the fact that it is impossible to cut the skin without leaving a small scar.

Michael A. Greenberg, MD · Answer

Can this mole be done at an initial visit?  Yes.Will it be done?  That depends on the individual physician and their office policies.You will have to call various offices to check that.

Maral Skelsey, MD · Answer

Mole removal on the initial visit depends on the depth and type of the mole. Some moles that are raised can be easily removed during the first appointment.

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