Is It Okay for a PA to Do Facial Repair After Mohs?

October 23, 2010
Asked By:221641anon in SC

The dermatologist/Mohs surgeon did the surgery, harvested the graft, and left his PA to do the rest. I know that many PA's may be good at stitching. However, I have a hard time comparing a PA to a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. If this is the routine procedure at this office, would I be better off seeking a surgeon who does his/her own stitching on the face? It seems to me to be more intricate than stitching up any other wound. My graft separated and migrated upward after stitches came out.

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January 24, 2011

Answer: In our office Surgery including stitching is done by MDs

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January 24, 2011

Answer: In our office Surgery including stitching is done by MDs

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November 2, 2010

Answer: Mohs suturing should be done by a qualified surgeon

November 2, 2010

Answer: Mohs suturing should be done by a qualified surgeon

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