Treatment of Multiple Skin Cancer Lesions
Question: I have multiple skin cancers on my face. Should I remove them all at once or at different times? Case Study A male patient in his 60s is noted…
Skin Cancer: Nasal Reconstruction and Scar Management
Question: I’m having skin cancer removed from my nose. How long should I expect to have before my scar is noticeable? Case Study The patient is a male in his…
Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Reconstruction of the Scalp
I’ve had a large squamous cell cancer on my scalp. I would like it removed but I am also concerned about the defect. What should I do? Case Study The…
Basal Cell Cancer: Reconstruction of the Nose
I had a small bump on my nose that my dermatologist said was basal cell cancer. I had it resected and now I have a huge hole in my nose.…
Microtia: Congenital Deformity of the Ear
Question: My child has been born without one ear. What should I do? Discussion: Microtia is a relatively common congenital ear deformity where the ear is either underdeveloped or completely…
Figure 1: Derrick Rose sustained an orbital fracture and will have to wear a protective mask (right) temporarily on his return to the NBA.
Derrick Rose: Orbital Fracture Precautions
CHICAGO, October 6, 2015 – Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose suffered a left orbital fracture during practice earlier this week after taking an elbow to the face. He underwent…
Figure 1: Derrick Rose sustained an orbital fracture from a teammate during a practice session.
Derrick Rose: Orbital Fracture Surgery
CHICAGO – Bulls point guard Derrick Rose suffered a left orbital fracture during practice after taking an elbow to the face. He was taken to Rush University Medical Center for…
Figure 2: The large defect after Mohs excision of the basal cell carcinoma of the nose.
Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Nose and Nasal Reconstruction
I have a small bump on my nose. My doctor says it is basal cell carcinoma and I should have it removed. What should I expect to happen when I…