Skin Cancer Surgeon in Sarasota FL

David Napoliello, MD helps patients with many ailments, including melanoma, commonly called skin cancer. Melanoma is one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer, particularly in the state of Florida, where exposure to sun is a normal part of life. Scary statistics, like how one person dies of melanoma every hour, are thrown around often. However, being diagnosed with melanoma is not a death sentence. With proper prevention and timely treatment, melanoma can be beaten. The best thing you can do if you suspect you may have melanoma is to seek the help of a professional.

Call Our Surgeon If You See a Suspicious Mole

Melanoma typically manifests itself as a mole somewhere on the skin. The legs and back area are two of the most common areas for a melanoma growth to appear. One of the reasons that melanoma has a high rate of fatality is because most people ignore the appearance of a new mole as no big deal. There are signs that indicate whether or not a mole is dangerous, including:

Appears Suddenly
Asymmetrical Shape
Irregular Borders

Irregular or Patchy Colors
Larger Size Than a Typical Mole
Grows Larger Over Time

If you spot a suspicious new mold or growth on your skin, contact us to schedule a biopsy. During the biopsy, a small sample of cells is taken for testing to determine if the mole is benign or malignant.

One Doctor for All Aspects of Melanoma Removal in Sarasota

From inspecting a suspicious mole, to taking a biopsy of the cells and performing the laparoscopic melanoma surgery in Sarasota to remove the growth, Dr. Napoliello can handle everything for you. If caught in time, melanoma is easily treatable and does not have to affect the balance of your life.

Melanoma treatment from a qualified professional like Dr. Napoliello can help you to get the disease eradicated and move forward with your life. We serve residents of Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Lakewood Ranch, Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, Longboat Key, Palmetto, North Port, Englewood, Parrish, Arcadia, and Ellenton, Florida.