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Can a Mole Excision be Performed by Dermatological Nurse Pracitioner. (photo)

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Seeing a nurse practitioner at a nearby Dermatology office about a raised mole on my cheek near my nose. I've had it for as long as I can remember. Recently it seemed a bit more swollen or puffy, not necessarily larger in diameter. I've read that it's not uncommon to have an excision performed during the first office visit. I am wondering if it is common for nurse practitioners to perform excisions? Should I opt to see an MD instead?

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