{"id":16537,"date":"2026-02-18T13:42:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T19:42:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/?page_id=16537"},"modified":"2026-04-16T15:42:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T20:42:01","slug":"mohs-surgery","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/mohs-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Mohs Surgery at Advanced Dermatology"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs Surgery at Advanced Dermatology<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"intro-text\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced Dermatology in Glencoe and Lincolnshire is among a select group of Chicago area practices offering comprehensive Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Mohs surgery is a precise in-office surgery to remove several types of skin cancer. We are Chicagoland\u2019s Leading Centers for Mohs Surgery &amp; Advanced Reconstruction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><\/h4>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is Mohs Surgery?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs Micrographic Surgery is the most advanced, precise, and effective treatment available for many types of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/skin-concerns\/skin-cancer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skin cancer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. This highly specialized technique removes cancer in carefully mapped layers, with each layer immediately examined under a microscope to ensure complete removal before reconstruction begins.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike traditional excision, Mohs surgery allows for real-time margin control. Only tissue containing cancer cells is removed, preserving as much healthy skin as possible. This tissue-sparing precision results in the highest cure rates available, up to 99% for certain non-melanoma skin cancers, while minimizing unnecessary removal of surrounding tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Advanced Dermatology, our Mohs program is led by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/team\/tushar-dabade-md-faad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tushar Dabade, MD, FAAD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who has a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon with\u00a0 advanced training in complex facial reconstruction. Following complete cancer clearance, reconstruction is performed with careful attention to cosmetic detail and functional preservation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery is often the preferred treatment for skin cancers located on highly visible or functionally sensitive areas such as the face, nose, ears, lips, scalp, hands, and lower legs, where precision truly matters and optimal cosmetic outcomes are essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs Surgery for Skin Cancer Near Chicago, IL<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery at Advanced Dermatology <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">near Chicago<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is performed by a double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon. Under the leadership of Dr.Dabade, MD, FAAD, our practice combines advanced skin cancer removal with meticulous reconstructive expertise, ensuring exceptional cure rates while preserving the natural appearance and function of the treated area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/mohs-surgery\/#pageblock-16538\" rel=\"noopener\">Meet Our Mohs Surgeon\u2193<\/a><a class=\"btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/mohs-surgery\/#pageblock-16531\" rel=\"noopener\">Before &amp; After Gallery\u2193<\/a><a class=\"btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/mohs-surgery\/#pageblock-16541\" rel=\"noopener\">Mohs Surgery Faqs\u2193<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet Our Mohs Surgeon<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tushar Dabade, MD, FAAD is a fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon with extensive expertise in complex skin cancer removal and reconstruction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Dabade\u2019s advanced training includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery &amp; Cutaneous Oncology\\<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expertise in advanced facial reconstruction, including flaps and grafts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strong record of high cure rates and exceptional cosmetic outcomes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early laxity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong relationships with local dermatologists and referring physicians who trust him with their most challenging cases<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients appreciate his precision, calm bedside manner, and dedication to creating the most natural-looking result possible after skin cancer removal<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Read More About Dr. Tabade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/team\/tushar-dabade-md-faad\/\">here<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.advdermatology.com\/request-appointment\/\">request an appointment<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About Mohs Micrographic Surgery<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Mohs Surgery Works<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery is performed in carefully planned stages during a single visit. After numbing the area with local anesthesia, the visible portion of the skin cancer is removed along with a very thin layer of surrounding tissue. That tissue is immediately processed in our on-site laboratory and examined under a microscope. This real-time analysis allows us to map exactly where cancer cells remain, if any are present at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If cancer cells are detected, only the precise area still involved is removed, nothing more. This process is repeated layer by layer until the margins are completely clear. Because we remove only tissue containing cancer cells, Mohs surgery preserves the maximum amount of healthy skin while achieving cure rates as high as 99% for certain non-melanoma skin cancers. Once complete clearance is confirmed, reconstruction is performed with careful attention to both function and cosmetic outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who Is a Candidate for Mohs Surgery?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery is often recommended for basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, particularly when tumors are located in areas where tissue preservation is critical. It is also ideal for recurrent skin cancers, tumors with aggressive or infiltrating growth patterns, and cancers that have indistinct borders.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This technique is especially valuable for cancers occurring on cosmetically and functionally sensitive areas such as the nose, eyelids, lips, ears, scalp, hands, fingers, and lower legs. In these locations, even small amounts of unnecessary tissue removal can significantly affect appearance or function. Mohs surgery allows for the highest level of precision where it matters most.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reconstruction After Mohs Surgery<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the cancer has been completely removed, reconstruction becomes the next priority. At Advanced Dermatology, reconstruction is performed immediately following clearance and is tailored to each patient\u2019s unique anatomy, wound size, and location.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the situation, this may involve a straightforward side-to-side closure, a carefully designed local flap that repositions nearby skin, a skin graft, or in some cases allowing the area to heal naturally under close supervision. The goal is always the same: to restore normal appearance and function while blending the repair seamlessly with the surrounding skin. Thoughtful reconstruction plays a vital role in ensuring patients continue to look and feel like themselves after surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Choose Advanced Dermatology for Mohs Surgery?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our dedicated on-site laboratory allows for immediate microscopic evaluation, ensuring precision and efficiency throughout the procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our surgical suites are designed for comfort and safety, and our team is experienced in managing both straightforward and complex cases. We also maintain seamless communication with referring dermatologists and primary care providers to ensure continuity of care before, during, and after treatment. This comprehensive approach allows us to deliver exceptional cure rates with minimal tissue loss and optimal cosmetic outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Skin Cancers Treated with Mohs<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery is most commonly used to treat basal cell carcinoma, the most frequently diagnosed skin cancer, which often appears as a pearly bump or a non-healing sore. It is also highly effective for squamous cell carcinoma, which may present as a scaly patch, crusted lesion, or growing nodule and carries a higher risk of spread if left untreated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In select cases, superficial forms of melanoma in situ may also be treated with Mohs surgery when appropriate, depending on individual circumstances and pathology findings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Expect on the Day of Your Procedure<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mohs surgery is performed on an outpatient basis, and most patients spend several hours in the office due to the staged nature of the procedure. Local anesthesia ensures comfort throughout the day. Between stages, patients relax while tissue is processed and examined in the laboratory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because only local anesthesia is used, most patients are able to drive themselves home afterward. Depending on the type of reconstruction performed, sutures may need to be removed within one to two weeks. Detailed post-operative wound care instructions are provided before you leave, and our team remains available to answer questions during your recovery.<\/p>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What Is Mohs Micrographic Surgery?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Mohs Micrographic Surgery is the most advanced, precise, and effective treatment available for many types of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. This highly specialized technique removes cancer in carefully mapped layers, with each layer immediately examined under a microscope to ensure complete removal before reconstruction begins.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike traditional excision, Mohs surgery allows for real-time margin control. 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