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Condition: Skin Cancer

Skin cancer begins in the epidermis, which is made up of three kinds of cells:

  • Squamous cells: Thin, flat cells that form the top layer of the epidermis.
  • Basal cells: Round cells under the squamous cells.
  • Melanocytes: Cells that make melanin and are found in the lower part of the epidermis. Melanin is the pigment that gives skin its natural color. When skin is exposed to the sun, melanocytes make more pigment and cause the skin to darken.

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Resources Related to Skin Cancer

Skin Cancer Prevention (Article)

Skin cancer prevention approaches include avoiding risk factors like ultraviolet radiation that comes from the sun, sun lamps, and tanning beds.

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Melanoma Treatment (Article)

Melanoma treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

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Skin Cancer Treatment (Article)

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are the most common types of skin cancer.

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Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment (Article)

Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare type of skin cancer that usually starts in areas of skin exposed to the sun.

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Clinical Trials

Search our clinical trials for those related to Skin Cancer.

Treatments and Procedures Related to Skin Cancer

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Cancer Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Quality of Life Management
  • Radiation Therapy

Providers Diagnosing or Treating Skin Cancer

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Skin Cancer. Review each provider for availability.

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Omar T. Atiq, M.D.

Omar T. Atiq, M.D. Medical Oncologist

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Simona Dobos, PA

Simona Dobos, PA Physician Assistant

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Leslie M. Harrell, D.O.

Leslie M. Harrell, D.O. Radiation Oncologist

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Allison F. Henry, PA

Allison F. Henry, PA Surgical Physician Assistant

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Thomas A. Jennings, M.D., Ph.D.

Thomas A. Jennings, M.D., Ph.D. Dermatologist

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Michail Mavros, M.D.

Michail Mavros, M.D. Surgical Oncologist

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Mauricio A. Moreno, M.D.

Mauricio A. Moreno, M.D. Otolaryngologist

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Sonia T. Orcutt, M.D.

Sonia T. Orcutt, M.D. Surgical Oncologist

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Samantha G. Snavely, PA

Samantha G. Snavely, PA Medical Physician Assistant

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Emre A. Vural, M.D.

Emre A. Vural, M.D. Facial Plastic Surgery Otolaryngologist

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Kent C. Westbrook, M.D.

Kent C. Westbrook, M.D. Surgical Oncologist

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Keith G. Wolter, M.D., Ph.D.

Keith G. Wolter, M.D., Ph.D. Plastic Surgeon

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Henry K. Wong, M.D., Ph.D.

Henry K. Wong, M.D., Ph.D. Dermatologist

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James C. Yuen, M.D.

James C. Yuen, M.D. Plastic Surgeon

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Locations Where Providers Treat Skin Cancer

Note that the treatment of Skin Cancer may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Dermatology Oncology

Dermatology Oncology Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
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Areas of Expertise for Skin Cancer

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Cancer Care

The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

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Skin Cancer Care, doctor examining mole on back

Skin Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

Doctors from different specialties work together to provide you with comprehensive care that considers all of your skin cancer health concerns.

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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Phone: (501) 686-7000
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