The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in salinas, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Melanoma near salinas, CA. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    R Brickley Sweet M D And Leonard G Renfer M D PTRS

    114 E Romie Ln, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    831-757-1007
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Milene Crispin is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. Dr. Crispin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Neurocutaneous Melanosis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Monterey County Health Dept HHA

    1270 Natividad Rd, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    831-755-4510
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Melissa Garcia is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Universal Acquired Melanosis, and Liver Spots.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Aimee S. Paik
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Aimee S. Paik
    Dermatology
    Referral required

    Salinas Valley Health Specialty Clinic

    1033 Los Palos Dr Ste A, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    831-757-2058
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Aimee Paik is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Paik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Melasma, and Warts.

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    Dr. Geetha N. Varma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Geetha N. Varma
    Hematology | Oncology
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    Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care

    505 E Romie Ln Ste A, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    831-755-1701
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Geetha Varma is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Hong Zhao
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Hong Zhao
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care

    505 E Romie Ln Ste A, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    831-755-1701
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Hong Zhao is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Shehzad Aziz
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Shehzad Aziz
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Salinas Valley Health Cancer Care

    505 E Romie Ln Ste A, 
    Salinas, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    831-755-1701
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Shehzad Aziz is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California. Dr. Aziz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Parasol Dermatology Inc.

    900 Cass St Ste 200, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-574-8425
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Christina Bolante is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Bolante is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Giant Congenital Nevus. Dr. Bolante is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Mary E. Dahl
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Mary E. Dahl
    Dermatology
    Referral may be required
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    Office

    977 Pacific St Ste A, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-644-9740
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Mary Dahl is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Dahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Comedones, Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome, Actinic Keratosis, and Universal Acquired Melanosis. Dr. Dahl is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required
    Before you request

    Ronald A Friedman MD Inc

    798 Cass St Ste 204, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-233-6474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Howard Oriba is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Oriba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seborrheic Keratosis, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Rosacea. Dr. Oriba is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Eric S. Lee
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Eric S. Lee
    Dermatology
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    Eric S Lee MD

    284 Foam St Ste 28, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-372-3228
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Eric Lee is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Atopic Dermatitis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Acne. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required
    Before you request

    Office

    9781 Blue Larkspur Ln Ste 100, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-333-9008
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Catherine Biren is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Biren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Warts. Dr. Biren is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Daria Maldonado M.D. Inc

    9781 Blue Larkspur Ln, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    831-333-9008
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Luchetti is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Luchetti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome, Actinic Keratosis, Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, and Fetal Cystic Hygroma. Dr. Luchetti is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    James Rheim MD Inc.

    757 Pacific St Ste A1, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-373-4404
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Rheim is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Rheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Griscelli Syndrome, Hypomelanotic Disorder, Dyschromatosis Symmetrica Hereditaria, and Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria. Dr. Rheim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Michael E. Stuntz
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Michael E. Stuntz
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2 Upper Ragsdale Dr Ste B230, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-649-0808
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Stuntz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Stuntz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Referral may be required

    Thomas P Bradley MD PhD Inc.

    24571 Silver Cloud Ct Ste 201, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-333-1719
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Bradley is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gastric Lymphoma, Endoscopy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Jon W. Benner
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Dr. Jon W. Benner
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Montage Medical Group, Surgical Services

    2 Ragsdale Dr Ste 230 Upper, 
    Monterey, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    831-643-6700
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jon Benner is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Monterey, California. Dr. Benner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gangrene, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Melanoma?

    Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer and develops in cells (melanocytes) that make the pigment (melanin) for skin color.  Melanoma is characterized by an irregularly-shaped skin growth that can be a variety of colors, such as white, pink, red, brown, black, or blue, can develop from an existing mole that becomes cancerous, or can appear as a separate skin growth.  There are three subtypes of melanoma: 1) acral lentiginous melanoma, 2) juvenile melanoma, and 3) malignant lentigo melanoma. While melanoma more frequently appears on skin (cutaneous melanoma) that is occasionally exposed to the sun, this cancer can also appear in other areas of the body that have little or no exposure to the sun (acral lentiginious melanoma), such as the scalp, palms, genitals, toes, and soles of the feet (hidden melanoma). More rarely, melanoma can also form in the eyes (ocular melanoma) or inside the nose or throat. While melanoma can appear at any age, it occurs more frequently in older people between the ages of 50 and 70 (malignant lentigo melanoma); however, the rates of melanoma have been increasing over the last thirty years, as well as appearing more frequently in young adults. Juvenile melanoma can be either a cancerous or non-cancerous form of melanoma and usually occurs before puberty. Melanoma tumors are more commonly found on the back in men and on the legs in women. While melanoma more commonly affects the outer layer of skin (epidermis), as the cancer grows, involving more layers of skin, it can also spread to other parts of the body (metastasize). Melanoma is classified by the following stages: Stage 0 (Melanoma in situ) – In this stage of melanoma, abnormal cells that produce melanin (melanocytes) are present in the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and may become cancerous and spread (metastasize). Stage I (IA & IB) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with or without a break in the skin (IA), or the tumor is more than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IB). Stage II (IIA, IIB, & IIC) – In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is no larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIA), or the tumor is more than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin (IIB), or the tumor is more than 4 millimeters thick, with a break in the skin (IIC). Stage III (IIIA, IIIB, IIIC, & IIID) - In this stage of melanoma, the tumor is not larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters, without a break in the skin, and the cancer has spread to multiple lymph nodes, or it is unknown where the primary cancer began, or the cancer is found in 1 lymph node, and there is tumor spread (metastases) on or under the skin, or the tumor is no larger than 1 millimeter thick, with a break in the skin, or not larger than 2 millimeters thick, without a break in the skin, and one of the following has also been found: 1) the cancer has spread to 1-to-3 lymph nodes, or there are microscopic tumors or tumor spread (metastasis) on or under the skin, or the tumor is larger than 1, but not more than 2, millimeters thick, with a break in the skin, or larger than 2, but not more than 4, millimeters thick, without a break in the skin. Stage IV – In this stage melanoma, the cancer has spread (metastasized) to other parts of the body, such as distant lymph nodes, soft tissue, muscle, the brain, spinal cord, lung, liver, gastrointestinal tract, and bone, and the cancer may have spread far from the primary tumor.

    When should I see a Melanoma doctor near salinas, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Melanoma doctor near salinas, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Melanoma doctor near salinas, CA?

    You can find a Melanoma doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Melanoma doctors near salinas, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Melanoma doctors near salinas, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Melanoma doctor near salinas, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Melanoma doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Melanoma doctor near salinas, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Melanoma doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Melanoma doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Melanoma doctors near salinas, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Melanoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Melanoma doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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