When it comes to treating skin cancer, the skill and training of your surgeon can make a significant difference in your outcome. Mohs surgery is a highly specialized procedure that requires precision, attention to detail, and advanced expertise. At West Virginia Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center, Dr. David W. Judy stands out as one of the few fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons in the state, offering patients exceptional care and the highest standards in skin cancer treatment.
What Is Fellowship Training in Mohs Surgery?
After completing medical school and a dermatology residency, some physicians pursue additional advanced training in Mohs micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology through an American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS)-approved fellowship. This one-year program involves extensive, hands-on experience in the removal of complex skin cancers and advanced reconstructive techniques.
During fellowship training, surgeons learn to:
- Precisely map and remove skin cancer layer by layer
- Analyze tissue under a microscope to confirm clear margins in real time
- Perform delicate repairs and reconstructions to minimize scarring
- Manage challenging cases in cosmetically and functionally sensitive areas like the face, ears, and hands
This level of training prepares fellowship-trained surgeons to effectively and artistically handle a wide variety of skin cancers.
Why Should You Choose a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon?
Mohs surgery is especially valuable for cancers in areas where preserving healthy tissue is critical. Fellowship-trained surgeons are uniquely qualified to combine complete cancer removal with techniques that help maintain your appearance and function.
Dr. Judy’s credentials include:
- Board certification in Dermatology and Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Fellowship training in Micrographic Surgery & Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Massachusetts Medical School
- Membership in the American College of Mohs Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
With his advanced training and years of experience, Dr. Judy provides patients in West Virginia access to nationally recognized expertise close to home.
Trust Your Skin Cancer Care to a Mohs Expert
When facing a skin cancer diagnosis, you deserve the highest level of care. Dr. David W. Judy offers expert evaluation, treatment, and reconstruction tailored to your needs.
Contact West Virginia Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center, serving Charleston, Huntington, and Buckley, WV at 304-925-7546 to meet with a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon dedicated to your health and recovery.
