The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in Brighton, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Melanoma near Brighton, MI. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael S. Sabel, MD, FACS is the William W. Coon Collegiate Professor of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery at Michigan Medicine. He completed his undergraduate training at Pennsylvania State University and obtained his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. His general surgery residency was performed at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Lukes Medical Center in Chicago. Dr. Sabel completed an NIH-T32 research fellowship in tumor immunology and a surgical oncology fellowship at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Sabel joined the University of Michigan faculty in 2001. He has been listed in Best Doctors in America in Surgical Oncology every year since 2007 and has named as one of the U.S. News and World Report Top Doctors in Surgery since 2011.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Sabels clinical interests are in the area of surgical oncology, with special expertise in breast cancer and melanoma. Dr. Sabel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Craniectomy. Dr. Sabel is board certified in Surgery.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jeffrey Moyer earned his medical degree with highest honors in 1997 at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. In 2003, he joined the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, where he performs reconstructive surgery for head and neck cancer. His research focuses on immunological therapy of head and neck cancer. Dr. Moyer is Board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in addition to being an active member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American College of Surgeons, the American Association for Cancer Research and the American Head and Neck Society. Dr. Moyer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Rhinophyma, Laryngectomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Moyer is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic & Recon Surg.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    7500 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Julie Mervak is a faculty member in the Department of Dermatology at Michigan Medicine, where she provides medical dermatology care to patients of all ages. Dr. Mervak has a special clinical interest in the diagnosis and treatment of nail diseases.A graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School, Dr. Mervak completed her transitional year internship at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, Michigan, and her dermatology residency at the U-M Department of Dermatology, serving as Chief Resident during her senior year. Following her residency, Dr. Mervak entered practice in Ann Arbor, then joined the Department of Dermatology at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill as a Clinical Assistant Professor (2017-2022) and Director of Medical Student Education. Dr. Mervak was recruited to the clinical faculty of the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology in 2022.Dr. Mervak is a member of the Council for Nail Disorders (CND), a multidisciplinary national organization that aims to enhance knowledge and understanding of normal and pathologic nails. She serves on the Council’s Journal Club Committee and is the Council’s Social Media Chair, promoting learning and evidence-based medicine for nail pathology via curation of posts on the Council’s Instagram account.An active clinical educator, Dr. Mervak provides instruction to dermatology residents, medical students, and others, including hands-on training in nail procedures. Dr. Mervak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Psoriasis, and Warts. Dr. Mervak is board certified in Dermatology.

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    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    7500 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mio Nakamura is a board-certified dermatologist and an assistant professor of dermatology. She provides medical dermatology diagnosis and treatment to patients of all ages within in our medical dermatology outpatient clinics. Dr. Nakamura maintains a strong interest in clinical research and serves as the Director of the Program for Clinical Research in Dermatology (PCRiD) in the department. In this role, she oversees patient recruitment and participation in clinical and translational studies.Dr. Nakamura is a graduate of Wayne State University School of Medicine. Following graduation, she completed her transitional year internship at St. Joseph Mercy Health System in Ann Arbor, MI, and a Psoriasis and Clinical Research Fellowship in the Department of Dermatology at the University of California San Francisco, in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Nakamura obtained her Masters of Science in Clinical Research Design and Statistical Analysis at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She completed her dermatology residency at the U-M Department of Dermatology, where she served as co-chief resident in her final year. Dr. Nakamura joined the U-M dermatology faculty in September 2021. Dr. Nakamura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Melanoma, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Nakamura is board certified in Dermatology.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rudy earned her medical degree with highest honors and distinction in research in 2014 from the University of Michigan School of Medicine. She completed a five-year otolaryngology residency at Stanford University and then returned to the University of Michigan where she completed a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Rudy is an active member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.Dr. Rudy is originally from Connecticut but has strong family roots in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and at the University of Michigan. Her husband, Dr. Michael Rudy, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Hospitalist medicine at Michigan Medicine. Dr. Rudy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Bell's Palsy, Facial Paralysis, Melanoma, and Septoplasty.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    7500 Challis Rd, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jennifer Mancuso a board-certified dermatologist, and fellowship-trained pediatric dermatologist who provides medical dermatology diagnosis and treatment to patients of all ages. Dr. Mancuso sees patients in our medical dermatology outpatient clinics, including our pediatric dermatology clinic at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mancuso provides dermatology consultation within the Michigan Medicine hospitals and emergency department.Dr. Mancuso is a clinical assistant professor in the departments of dermatology and pediatrics. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Following graduation, Dr. Mancuso completed her transitional year internship and her dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. Dr. Mancuso joined the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology faculty in 2018 and subsequently completed a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, California in 2020. Dr. Mancuso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 75 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses DRESS Syndrome, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Keratosis Pilaris, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sarah Yentz received her medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed Internal Medicine residency training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital where she served as chief resident 2014-2015. She completed her fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at the University of Michigan in 2018. Dr. Yentz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Brenner is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Brenner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Facial Paralysis, Anosmia, Low Nasal Bridge, Laryngectomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Brenner is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic & Recon Surg, and Sleep Medicine.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Joseph Evans is originally from the Chicago suburbs, and attended the University of Iowa where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics. He then completed the MD-PhD program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where his graduate studies focused on inhibitors of cell death in cancer cells. Dr Evans entered Radiation Oncology at University of Michigan where he completed Residency.Clinically, Dr Evans sees and treats patients with gynecologic cancer, including brachytherapy, spine metastases, and benign diseases treated with radiation treatment, particularly Dupuytren's disease.Dr Evans is a physician leader in the department and the Rogel Cancer Center. He works with other faculty and staff leaders on clinical operations within the department and the interface with the Cancer Center, focusing on process improvement, quality metrics, financial stewardship, and strategy. His work streamlines workflows in the Electronic Medical Record (Epic) to improve patient care, patient experience, and clinician experience. Dr. Evans 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 Endometrial Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, and Prostate Cancer. Dr. Evans is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aimee Rolston is an Oncologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Rolston 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 Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, Hysterectomy, and Oophorectomy. Dr. Rolston is board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dragovic attended the University of Michigan for both undergraduate and medical school, and after completing radiation oncology residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), he returned to Ann Arbor to join the U of M Department of Radiation Oncology faculty in 2012. Since that time, he has held several roles in the Department of Radiation Oncology, with experience in multiple of the department’s community practice affiliates as well as at the main hospital. Dr. Dragovic was chosen to lead the department’s new clinic at the Brighton Center for Specialty Care and also to represent the BCSC Cancer Center as a whole as Physician Lead. He has taken on these roles with great joy and pride as it has been both a challenge and reward being a part of building a new cancer center. Dr. Dragovic’s vision for the BCSC Cancer Center is to become more or less an extension of the University Hospital Cancer Center- providing the highest quality multidisciplinary care to patients with a wide variety of cancer diagnoses, including the availability of clinical trial enrollment for appropriate patients. Clinically, Dr. Dragovic treats all disease sites and has a specific clinical interest in head & neck cancer, lung cancer, and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). Dr. Dragovic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Laryngeal Cancer, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Dragovic is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas, Texas. Her clinical practice has focused on head and neck cancer, lymphoma and hematologic malignancies, CNS malignancies, lung cancer, and breast cancer. However, she is board certified and experienced in treating all disease sites. She has clinical research experience in several disease sites as well, including head and neck cancer, glioblastoma, esophageal cancer, cutaneous lymphoma, and lung cancer. Patient care is her passion, and she enjoys working with patients on a daily basis. She is a strong believer in patient education and making sure patients understand their disease and treatment options. Based on her experience developing clinical trials at Stanford, she is developing an academic program focused on the conduct of clinical trials as well as patient and physician decision-making regarding clinical trials. Her goal is to develop tools to improve clinical trial enrollment through medical team communication as well as patient and physician education. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Angiosarcoma, and Intraductal Papilloma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Gu is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Gu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Perichondritis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Angel Qin is an Oncologist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Qin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Radiation Oncology

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Following her undergraduate and graduate studies in Virginia, Dr. Jaworski completed her residency training in Radiation Oncology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Jaworski has closely collaborated with clinical and medical physics faculty members to investigate multiple aspects of radiation treatment planning, including collaborations within the Michigan Radiation Oncology Quality Consortium. Her first-author publications have shown the durable impact of quality measures in reducing the use of prolonged radiation courses for pain relief, gains associated with automated treatment planning for head and neck cancer, and reducing toxicities associated with radiation. As a testament to her passion for patient care and clinical focus, Dr. Jaworski was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society in 2022. Dr. Jaworski is board-eligible and treats all disease sites. Dr. Jaworski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Prostate Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Endometrial Cancer. Dr. Jaworski is board certified in Radiation Oncology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Oncology | Hematology | Internal Medicine

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance1, Level 1, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John C. Krauss, M.D., graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1985, did his Internal Medicine training at the University of Minnesota, and then returned to the University of Michigan for his Hematology and Oncology specialty training. Dr. Krauss joined the University of Michigan Faculty in 1992, and then moved his research lab to the Cleveland Clinic to continue clinical research on harnessing the immune system to combat cancer. In 1998, Dr. Krauss came back to Ann Arbor to be the Associate Director of the Ann Arbor Community Cancer Oncology Program at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, and rose through the ranks to be the Section Head of Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Krauss treats a wide variety of patients with cancer, including breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, and kidney cancer, focusing both on providing the highest possible cure rates for cancer and the best quality of life for the patient while on the journey. Dr. Krauss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, and Anal Cancer. Dr. Krauss is board certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    2305 Genoa Business Park Dr # 180, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Rivard is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Rivard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Giant Congenital Nevus. Dr. Rivard is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology and American Board Of Dermatology.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    2305 Genoa Business Park Dr # 180, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Messenger is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Messenger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma
    7960 Grand River Rd # 160, 
    Brighton, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Padma Nallamothu is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Brighton, Michigan. Dr. Nallamothu 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 Erythroderma, Exfoliative Dermatitis, Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Louis Chiara MD PC

    120 S Main St Ste D, 
    Milford, MI 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Louis Chiara is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Milford, Michigan. Dr. Chiara 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 Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Nevus, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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 Brighton, MI?

    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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