The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in Hickory, NC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 780 doctor with experience in Melanoma near Hickory, NC. Of these, 595 are Experienced, 121 are Advanced, 33 are Distinguished and 18 are Elite.

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    Elite in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am a medical oncologist who specializes in the treatment of patients with skin cancer. I am part of a team of surgical oncologists, dermatologists, and radiation oncologists who all work together to determine the best treatment approach for each patient. My focus is on treating patients with advanced melanoma, as well as melanoma that is at high risk for recurrence after surgery. We also treat patients with merkel cell carcinoma and advanced basal cell and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma. We also have a number of clinical trial options available, allowing our patients access to the newest therapies available. Dr. Salama is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, and Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET).

    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Nelson is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Actinic Keratosis, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Duke Cancer Center

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "It is my personal goal that every patient that we see feels that they are receiving optimal care here at Duke. My focus is to provide each patient with ""cutting-edge"" treatments, and to do so in a compassionate and thoughtful manner.". Dr. Hanks is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Metastatic Uveal Melanoma. Dr. Hanks is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine.

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    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ira Merrick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Merrick is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Gershenwald is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Gershenwald is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lymphedema, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Isabella Glitza is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Glitza is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Tissue Biopsy, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Duke University Health System Inc

    20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
    Durham, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Georgia Marie is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Marie is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Wargo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Wargo is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Liposarcoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wen-jen Hwu is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Hwu is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Posterior Fossa Tumor, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Davies is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Davies is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Lung Cancer, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Curry is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Curry is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, and Grover's Disease.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Priyadharsini Nagarajan is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Nagarajan is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus, and Extramammary Paget Disease.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    Office

    1 Medical Ctr Blvd Fl 3, 
    Winston Salem, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pierre Triozzi is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Dr. Triozzi is rated as an Elite 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 Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janice Cormier is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Cormier is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Liposarcoma.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stergios Moschos is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Moschos is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Metastatic Brain Tumor.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Elite in Melanoma

    UNC Hospitals Pulmonary Function Lab

    101 Manning Dr, 
    Chapel Hill, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frances Collichio is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Collichio is rated as an Elite 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, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Oligodendroglioma.

    Elite in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Elite in Melanoma
    Hematology | Oncology

    AdventHealth Hematology Oncology Infusion Services Hendersonville

    50 Hospital Dr Ste 4B, 
    Hendersonville, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Thompson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Uveal Melanoma, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Elite in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

    210 Ashville Ave # 408, 
    Cary, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Lucci is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cary, North Carolina. Dr. Lucci is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Oncology

    Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute (Medical Oncology & Immunotherapy)

    1021 Morehead Medical Drive, Suite 6100, 
    Charlotte, NC 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Asim Amin is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Amin is rated as a Distinguished 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Melanoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Clear Cell Sarcoma. Dr. Amin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Davis Ambulatory Surgical Center

    120 E Carver St, 
    Durham, NC 
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    My primary area of clinical interest is surgical oncology. My primary focus includes the care of patients with melanoma or other potentially aggressive skin or soft tissue tumors, as well as those in need of lymph node surgery. In addition to patient care and research, I am committed to education and training. It is important to me to be accessible, engaged, and thoughtful in my approach to interacting with patients, colleagues, learners, and other stakeholders. For me, a principle guiding force is a deep-seated belief in patient-centered, multidisciplinary, compassionate, state-of-the-art care that aims to serve our community and support the mission and values of Duke Health. Dr. Mosca is rated as a Distinguished 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 Melanoma, Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mosca is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Melanoma doctor near Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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 Hickory, NC?

    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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