The 20 Best Melanoma Doctors Near Me in Mount Pleasant, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 79 doctor with experience in Melanoma near Mount Pleasant, SC. Of these, 63 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Dermatology | General Surgery

    MUSC Health Dermatologic Surgery At East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Ave, 3rd Floor, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Joel Cook grew up in Northeast Tennessee and came to Charleston to attend the College of Charleston where he graduated magna cum laude. Enamored with Charleston, he remained here for his medical school education at MUSC where he graduated second in his class. Following medical school, he completed an internship in internal medicine at the University of Virginia. His dermatology residency was at MUSC. He then completed the prestigious fellowship in Mohs and dermatologic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, Shadyside in 1997.Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Cook joined the faculty of the Department of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina. He currently is a professor of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery and the division head of Dermatologic Surgery. He has held many national appointments including the board of directors of the American College of Mohs Surgery. He has published extensively on varied topics in cutaneous oncology and reconstructive dermatologic surgery. He is the director of the fellowship training program in Dermatologic Surgery.Dr. Cook is regarded as one of the country's leading experts on Mohs and reconstructive dermatologic surgery and frequently lectures at national and international meetings. His area of expertise is Mohs micrographic surgery and reconstructive dermatologic surgery. His special interest is flap reconstruction of post-surgical facial defects. Dr. Cook has completed over 55,000 Mohs procedures. Dr. Cook has participated in several multicenter national clinical trials for Mohs surgery and melanoma treatments. Dr. Cook is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Keloids, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Trichoepithelioma. Dr. Cook is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MUSC Health Surgical Oncology At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Hollings Cancer Center, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    President David J. Cole, M.D. FACS, received his Bachelor of Science degree in biology from New Mexico State University and he received his medical degree from Cornell University Medical College in New York. He interned and completed his residency at Emory University Affiliated Hospitals in Atlanta and his fellowship in surgical oncology at the NIH/NCI Surgery Branch in Bethesda.Dr. Cole came to MUSC in 1994. In 2003 he was named the A. McKoy Rose, Jr. M.D. endowed chair in surgical oncology and was selected as chairman for the Department of Surgery in September of 2007. Dr. Cole was then elected president of MUSC Physicians in 2013. He held these esteemed titles until becoming president of MUSC on July 1, 2014.Dr. Cole is board certified through the American Board of Surgery with a primary clinical field of interest in breast cancer as well as melanoma and sarcoma. He has a strong research background with more than 17 years of continuous funding by the NIH. He recently stepped down after seven years as the medical director for the center for cellular therapy in order to concentrate on the needs surrounding his newest role. His research at the center focused on novel cancer vaccine development and molecular diagnostics. Dr. Cole is rated as a Distinguished 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, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy. Dr. Cole is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    MUSC Health Dermatology At East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Avenue, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Winterfield, MD, MPH, specializes in Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery and is located in Mount Pleasant, SC. Dr. Winterfield is rated as an Experienced 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 Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer. Dr. Winterfield is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    MUSC Health Cosmetic Dermatology At East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Avenue, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Diana Antonovich is currently assistant clinical professor of dermatology in the Department of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Her special interests are in cosmetic dermatology, skin rejuvenation and skin cancer. She holds a leadership role in resident education in the area of cosmetic dermatology and is an active member in multiple professional societies including the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Antonovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, and Lichen Planus. Dr. Antonovich is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology
    Distinguished in Melanoma
    Surgical Oncology

    Carolina Family Care Inc.

    1600 Midtown Ave, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Abbott is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Abbott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Melanoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joni Mazza is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Mazza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Sunburn, and Melanoma.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    MUSC Health Dermatology At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andraia Li, MD, specializes in Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery and is located in Charleston, SC. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Erythromelalgia, Melanoma, Dermatomyositis, and Alopecia Areata. Dr. Li is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Melanoma
    General Surgery

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Graciela De Jesus, MD, FAAD was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She obtained her medical degree summa cum laude from the University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus. Following her Internal Medicine internship at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Long Island, NY, she completed her Dermatology Residency training in SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, NYC. She was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society during her Dermatology training. Dr. De Jesus furthered her training by pursuing a dermatopathology fellowship in the prestigious Ackerman Academy of Dermatopathology in NYC. Dr. De Jesus is Board Certified in Dermatology and in Dermatopathology. In addition to her role as a Dermatologist at MUSC, Dr. De Jesus is proud to serve our nation's veterans as the Dermatology Section Chief at the Ralph H. Johnson VAMC. Dr. De Jesus's interests include General Dermatology for Adults, Medical Dermatology, Skin Cancer and Skin Cancer in patients with pathogenic genetic variants that predispose them to an increase in skin cancer (BRCA1, BRCA2, MITF, CDKN2A, etc.). She runs a clinic in collaboration with Hollings Cancer Center that seeks to care for patients carrying mutations that increase their risk of developing skin cancer. Dr. De Jesus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Sunburn.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Office

    912 Old Georgetown Rd, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mclean Sheperd is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Sheperd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Neurocutaneous Melanosis.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Lowcountry Medical Associates

    180 Wingo Way Ste 202, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Leach is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Leach 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 Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Melanoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Nurse Practitioner | Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Nurse Practitioner | Dermatology
    505 Belle Hall Pkwy Unit 202, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashleigh Kinon is a Dermatologist and a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Ms. Kinon is rated as an Experienced 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 Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Mt Pleasant Dermatology

    570 Long Point Rd Ste 200, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Steele is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Steele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, and Linear Hamartoma Syndrome.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Experienced in Melanoma

    Mt Pleasant Dermatology

    570 Long Point Rd Ste 200, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Caroline Wooten is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Wooten is rated as an Experienced 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 Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Prurigo Nodularis, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne LeClercq grew up in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina and graduated from Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. She then worked in Fairfax, Virginia for four years as a medical consultant before attending medical school at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed an internship in internal medical at the University of Virginia and a dermatology residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. She now sees patients in Mount Pleasant and North Charleston. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the South Carolina Medical Association and the American Academy of Dermatology. Her special interests include general, surgical and pediatric dermatology. Dr. Leclercq is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Hives, and Actinic Keratosis.

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

    MUSC Health Hematology Oncology At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Abirami Sivapiragasam is a board-certified hematologist and oncologist with over a decade of experience. Currently, she is the Director of Medical Oncology at the MUSC Hollings Cancer Center and an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Previously, she worked as an Associate Professor of Medicine at the SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital in Syracuse, NY. During her tenure there, she also served as the Program Director for the Hematology and Oncology Fellowship program.Dr. Sivapiragasam is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. She is also a skilled educator, having trained medical students, residents, and fellows.As a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Sivapiragasam is committed to keeping up with the latest advancements in her field. Additionally, she is a published researcher in her area of expertise.Dr. Sivapiragasam is known for her compassionate and dedicated approach to patient care. She is a respected leader in the field of breast oncology and is highly regarded in the medical community. Dr. Sivapiragasam is rated as an Advanced 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 Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Laryngeal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Sivapiragasam is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matthew Kohler joined MUSC Women's Care as a gynecologist oncologist in 1998 and now serves as the director of the division of MUSC gynecology oncology. He is board certified in both obstetrics and gynecology, and gynecologic oncology. His specialties include radical and minimally invasive (robotic) surgery for gynecologic cancers, chemotherapy, and gestational trophoblastic disease. Dr. Kohler received his undergraduate degree from Yale University, then went on to Duke University for his medical degree, residency, and a gynecology oncology fellowship. Dr. Kohler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Hysterectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Kohler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MUSC Health Hematology Oncology At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 2nd Floor, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Thai Ho has been caring for patients affected by genitourinary cancers for over 10 years. His area of expertise and the focus of his research is in treating kidney and bladder cancers. He also sees patients with kidney, bladder, upper tract urothelial, and prostate cancers, as well as patients affected by hereditary cancer syndromes. Dr. Ho completed the Baylor College of Medicine Physician Scientist Program in 2006, internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis in 2009, and Medical Oncology Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center in 2012.Dr. Ho's research is funded by the National Institutes of Health and Department of Defense to better match cancer patients with targeted therapies by using precision medicine approaches to identify a cancer's unique vulnerabilities. At MUSC Hollings Cancer Center, Dr. Ho is the Director of Precision Medicine and an Associate Professor in the Division of Hematology \& Oncology. Prior to joining MUSC, Dr. Ho was an Associate Professor faculty the Mayo Clinic where he was a member of the Center for Individualized Medicine Epigenomics Group, Genomic Tumor Board, and von Hippel-Lindau Clinic. Dr. Ho is rated as an Advanced 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 Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Nephrectomy, and Orchiectomy.

    Advanced in Melanoma
    Otolaryngology | Oncology
    Advanced in Melanoma
    Otolaryngology | Oncology

    MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St, 86 Jonathan Lucas St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. John Kaczmar is a medical oncologist who specializes in caring for patients with cancers of the head and neck. He attended college at Cornell University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. He then obtained his medical degree at Columbia University Medical School in New York City, where he served as president of his class. After medical school, he undertook a residency in internal medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. There, he served as a member of the resident steering committee and attained an additional certification in health care leadership in quality. Following this, he completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, before joining the Medical University of South Carolina in 2017.There are many challenges involved in treating cancers of the head and neck. Dr. Kaczmar's research interests are focused on overcoming these challenges through the use of the body's own immune system (immunotherapy) and targeted therapies aimed at fighting head and neck cancer growth. In addition to bringing cutting-edge treatment options to patients, he has an interest in working to improve the tolerability of proven treatments so as to maximize quality of life. Dr. Kaczmar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Laryngeal Cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, and Glioma. Dr. Kaczmar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

    109 Bee St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Myers is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced 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 Sunburn, Seborrheic Keratosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Melanoma
    Dermatology

    Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

    109 Bee St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Pruitt is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Pruitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Melanoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calciphylaxis, Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, and Pseudoxanthoma Elasticum.

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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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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 Mount Pleasant, SC?

    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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