Melanoma Treatment NYC | Melanoma Treatment in NJ

Although melanoma is one of the least common forms of skin cancer, it is the most serious because the cancer can spread to other parts of your body. You should always check your face and body for any unusual moles or freckles because early detection of melanoma leads to improved outcomes. When checking for melanoma, look for moles or freckles that:

Have uneven edges and an asymmetrical shape, meaning that it is not the same on both sides
Are black, brown or other color

The melanoma may appear as a new mole or form as part of an existing mark or mole on your skin.

What is the cost of melanoma treatment?

Melanoma treatment is typically covered by your medical insurance. Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists of New York and New Jersey accepts CareCredit® and Alphaeon™ Credit, two different financing options that work with every budget! Please speak to our concierge team for more information.

Will I need to go to the hospital for melanoma treatment?

Treatment for melanoma depends on the extent of the cancer at diagnosis. If the melanoma has not spread, you may be able to have treatment on an outpatient basis.

Will I have general anesthesia during melanoma treatment?

In general, treatment for early melanoma can be performed using only local anesthesia to numb the treatment area, but your dermatologist will advise you about your individual surgical plan and the use of general anesthesia.

How do I get started?

Dr. Goldberg and his staff will be happy to discuss melanoma treatment with you. The first step in discovering which melanoma treatment is right for you is to schedule a consultation with our physicians or physician assistants. Your skin will be thoroughly evaluated, and a treatment plan will be prescribed. Please feel free to call for a private consultation at one of our offices in New York or New Jersey.

Schedule A Consultation

Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

The health and safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. Our in-office safety policies are aligned with the latest guidelines issued by the CDC and local government officials related to COVID-19.

New safety policies for patients:

Patients will undergo screening questions and receive comprehensive instructions about our new policies prior to their appointment.

To minimize contact, we will offer patients virtual check in and check out.

Patients will be instructed to come to the office wearing a mask.

Patient temperatures will be checked via forehead scanners upon arrival to the office.

We have reorganized our offices to maximize social distancing and cleanliness, and we have altered workflows to allow patients to wait outside or in their cars until their exam room is ready. Patients will be contacted via text message or phone call when the provider is ready for the visit to begin.

We are asking for patients to arrive at their appointment alone. For children and adult patients who require a caretaker, one adult may accompany the patient.

Patients who are sick or have had exposures to COVID-19 will be rescheduled.

Offices will be cleaned and disinfected frequently throughout the day.

Teledermatology appointments remain available for patients who prefer to be seen virtually.

New safety policies for office & staff:

All of our staff have completed training on all new workflows and infection prevention measures.

All of our clinical staff will be wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during patient encounters to include masks and eye protection.

Our exam rooms are sanitized before and after every patient visit.

All SLSS team members will be screened for symptoms and/or fever daily prior to coming to work.