Page 28 - Southern Exposure - March '24

Page 28, Southern Exposure

medICal matters

Navigating The Journey Of Melanoma And Complex Skin

Cancer Care: Insights From A Specialized General Surgeon

As the sun kisses our skin with warmth and radiance, devices is associated local excision to remove the tumor along with a safety margin
it’s easy to forget the potential risks lurking beneath its wi t h a n i n c r e a se d of healthy tissue. In cases of advanced disease, adjuvant
golden embrace. Skin cancer, particularly melanoma, poses risk of melanoma and therapies such as immunotherapy or targeted therapy may be
a significant threat to our health, requiring meticulous nonmelanoma skin cancer, warranted to mitigate the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
management and expert care. As a specialized general including squamous cell In select cases, sentinel lymph node biopsy aids in gauging
surgeon with a focus on surgical oncology, I’m deeply carcinoma and basil cell the extent of disease spread and guiding subsequent treatment
committed to guiding individuals through the intricate carcinoma. strategies.
journey of melanoma and complex skin cancer care. It’s Melanoma Management Following surgical intervention, diligent wound care and
important for the patient to understand the nuances of And Diagnosis close monitoring are imperative to expedite healing and detect
diagnosis, surgical treatment and recovery, shedding light Early detection is any signs of complications promptly. While physical recovery
on critical aspects of skin cancer management. paramount in combating may vary depending on the extent of surgery, emotional
Understanding Skin Cancer Risk Factors melanoma effectively. support and counseling are equally vital in navigating the
Risk factors associated with skin cancer include Regular self-examinations psychological toll of battling cancer.
prolonged sun exposure and a history of severe sunburns and annual screenings Diligently apply sunscreen, seek shade during peak hours,
which can heighten the risk of developing melanoma. by a dermatologist can Dr. Kimmerle “K.C.” Cohen and wear protective clothing to fosters a proactive approach
Additionally, individuals with fair skin, light-colored eyes, identify suspicious lesions. towards skin cancer prevention.
and a family history of skin cancer are more predisposed to Dermoscopy, a noninvasive technique utilizing magnification Dr. Kimmerle “K.C.” Cohen is an oncological and general
this condition. Presence of atypical moles or a weakened and light to visualize skin structures, aids in distinguishing surgeon with Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group
immune system due to factors such as organ transplantation or benign moles from potentially malignant lesions. and on staff at Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm
immunosuppressive medications amplifies the susceptibility Upon diagnosis, a comprehensive evaluation may include Beach and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Learn more
to skin cancer. And yes, increased exposure to tanning beds imaging studies and lymph node mapping as well as guidance about Dr. Cohen, or call her office for more information or
can be harmful. According to the American Academy of in treatment decisions. Surgical excision remains the to schedule an appointment at (561) 802-9958.
Dermatology, exposure to UV radiation from indoor tanning cornerstone of melanoma management, encompassing wide

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center:

Your Destination For Advanced Urological Care

Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center (PBGMC) team is able to better identify and more accurately biopsy We are here for your emergent and urgent care as well
has your urological health needs covered by offering suspicious prostate cancer areas. when it comes to urology. We are on standby seven days
some of the latest technologies and treatment options. Testicular cancer can affect males at any age, but it is a week, laser ready to treat the more common urological
Our board-certified urologists are here to serve the most often found in men age 15 to 44 years. Learn about issues, like kidney stones.
community. Urology focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, the early signs of the disease and how to do a testicular “Not every hospital can say they own their own laser
and management of disorders and diseases affecting the self-exam and talk with your doctor if there is a suspicious to treat kidney stones, so having one in-house means that
urinary tract system in both males and females, as well lump, swelling or pain in the area. we don’t need to contract with a company to bring in one
as the male reproductive organs. At PBGMC, we can In addition to the prostate, our surgeons also can when a patient shows up with a kidney stone. We can get
treat every aspect of urology, from infertility to robotic perform urologic procedures of the bladder, kidneys, to work right away,” said urologist Dr. Sean L. Sawh,
oncology. adrenal glands or ureters, robotically with the Da Vinci M.D., FACS, on staff at PBGMC.
Common urological cancer sites include the kidneys, Xi robot. The robot allows patients to have these complex Learn more about Palm Beach Gardens Medical
bladder, testicles, ureters, and the prostate gland. surgeries done by our dedicated trained surgeons and Center’s urology services at https://www.pbgmc.com/
According to the American Urological Association, staff, giving them the highest quality of care and surgical services/urology.
the benefits of screening include finding and treating outcomes for any of their oncologic or reconstructive Take our free kidney stone quiz: www.pbgmc.com/
a prostate cancer before it has metastasized outside of needs. health-assessments/kidney-stone-quiz.
the prostate. The Urology Care Foundation generally
recommends prostate cancer screening for men between
the ages of 55 to 69. Some men who are at higher risk
for prostate cancer should consider screening as early as
age 40 to 45. Talk to your primary care doctor and know
your risk.
Historically, finding the exact location of cancer in a
prostate gland has been a challenge. Conventional TRUS
prostate biopsy techniques are referred to as “blind”
biopsies since physicians typically cannot easily view
the specific location of any abnormal tissue. Now, using
the Artemis 3-D imaging and navigation system, our

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