Surgical
Moles
Most moles are harmless, but a mole that is new, growing or changing deserves a look. A full-body skin check takes about 20 minutes. If anything needs testing, it can usually be removed the same day.
Signs to look for
New moles. A mole that appears in adulthood.
Changing moles. Growing, or changing shape or color.
Itching or bleeding. A spot that itches, bleeds or crusts.
The odd one out. A mole that looks unlike your others.
How we treat it
Full-body skin check. A head-to-toe exam, with photos kept on file.
Mole removal. A quick shave or small excision under numbing medicine.
Lab testing. Removed moles go to the lab, with results within a week.