The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in Torrington, CT

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The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors near Torrington, CT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Melanoma near Torrington, CT. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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24 providers found
    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    540 Litchfield St Fl 2, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Inam Shaikh is a General Surgeon in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    538 Litchfield St, Suite 201, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Mcgeehin is a General Surgeon in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Mcgeehin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Melanoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

    540 Litchfield St, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajay Ranade is a General Surgeon in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Ranade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

    538 Litchfield St, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Gostkowski is a General Surgeon in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Gostkowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pacemaker Implantation, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

    540 Litchfield St, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Madhavi Gorusu is a Hematologist in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Gorusu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

    200 Kennedy Dr, 
    Torrington, CT 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Rutter is a Radiation Oncologist in Torrington, Connecticut. Dr. Rutter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 260, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fludiona Naka is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Naka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Advanced in Melanoma

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 260, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Emily Shaughnessy is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Shaughnessy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Melanoma, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    72 Pine St Unit 3, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Glenn Gart is a Dermatologist in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Gart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Comedones.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    21 South Rd Ste 200, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donna Aiudi is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Aiudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 260, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonal Muzumdar is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Muzumdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Parapsoriasis, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    21 South Rd Fl 2, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neelesh Jain is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Jain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Actinic Keratosis, Porphyria, and Melanoma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    21 South Rd Fl 2, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hao Feng is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Feng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Keloids, and Bowen's Disease.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 260, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Santoro is a Dermatologist in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Santoro has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringoma, and Trichoepithelioma.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Bristol Hospital Cancer Care Center

    41 Brewster Rd, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Black is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Black is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    Bristol Hospital Multi Specialty Group, Inc.

    15 Riverside Ave, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Marshall is a General Surgeon in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Bristol Hospital Multi Specialty Group, Inc.

    41 Brewster Rd, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Mccallister is a General Surgeon in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Mccallister is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Juvenile Angiofibroma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Bristol Hospital Cancer Care Center

    41 Brewster Rd, 
    Bristol, CT 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Driola Brahaj is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Bristol, Connecticut. Dr. Brahaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    339 W Main St, 
    Avon, CT 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Todd Alekshun is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Avon, Connecticut. Dr. Alekshun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    399 Farmington Ave Ste 210, 
    Farmington, CT 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Smith is a Plastic Surgeon in Farmington, Connecticut. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, Epidural Lipomatosis, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, and Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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 does MediFind rank Melanoma doctors near Torrington, CT?

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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 Torrington, CT?

    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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