Mohs surgery, also known as microscopically controlled surgery, was developed by Dr. F. Mohs in the 1940's. It is a common procedure used to treat certain skin cancers and to prevent the recurrence of that cancer. This precise method of treating skin cancers allows us to surgically remove the skin cancer and immediately examine the tissue to identify any remaining cancerous tissue.
Mohs surgery is often used when:
- certain areas of the body affected by skin cancer doesn't respond to other treatment options.
- the skin cancer is affecting an area of the body that the patient wishes to keep as much of the normal tissue as possible.
- the size of the skin cancer cannot be easily determined by a visual examination.
- cancer returns to a previously treated area.
Mohs surgery is performed on an outpatient basis and requires a local anesthetic. In addition to having a higher success rate, Mohs is also recognized for its precision, making it the most aesthetic choice for skin cancer treatment.
Recovery time depends on the size of the skin cancer. While some wounds can heal by themselves, others may require sutures, a small skin graft or in some cases, reconstructive surgery. If any discomfort should occur following this treatment, it is usually very mild and can be treated with Tylenol. While minimal bleeding is common, you should seek immediate medical attention if you experience persistent, excessive bleeding.
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All of our on-site Mohs Micrographic surgery is performed by Dr. Kehua Li.
Kehua Li, M.D.
- Board Certified in Dermatology
- Board Certified in Dermatopathology
- Board Certified in Mohs Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
- Fellow of American Academy of Dermatology
- Fellow of American Society for Mohs Surgery
- Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University
- Former Mohs Surgeon at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Past President, North American Chinese Dermatology Association
Dr. Kehua Li’s diverse background includes residency in general surgery and residency with specialization in Dermatology.
Dr. Li completed his internship in general surgery at Washington Hospital Center, residency in dermatology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident, and He completed a dermatopathology fellowship at University of Colorado.
Dr. Li’s research efforts led him to publish over 100 original peer-reviewed articles in prestigious journals, including Nature Genetics, Journal of Clinical Investigation, and Journal of Investigative Dermatology, and published chapters in Dermatology textbooks as well.
He was awarded twice the Dermatology Foundation Fellowship and Physician Career Development Award in “Recognition of the Contribution Made to Expanded Knowledge in the Field of Dermatology”.
An esteemed member of the community, Dr. Li has been voted a “Top Doctor and Mohs Surgeon” numerous times in prestigious Castle Connolly, South Jersey magazine, BeWellPhilly magazine, and Philadelphia magazine and U.S. News. In addition to performing Mohs at Premier Dermatology he also has his own practice Advanced Dermatology in Sewell, NJ.