Dermatologist/surgeon

[FloridaShrimp]

My inquiry is specific- I had Mohs surgery done on the top of my head removing a large area of skin. I am not pleased at all with the performance of the dermatologist. I felt that the doctor was rushed, taking little time with me and that the stitching was done quickly and roughly. Six weeks later, the area still hasn't healed. I am looking for a recommendation from someone who has had skin surgery who is pleased with the ability of the doctor and with the outcome of the procedure. I hesitate to mention the doctor by name and will appreciate any replies.

[dbussone]

Dr Tran. He did a very difficult Mohs on a family member with great success.

[zcaveman]

Dr Casper. He has done several MOHS procedures on me and they all came out okay.

Z

[Flyinglady]

Dr Casper. He has done several MOHS procedures on me and they all came out okay.

Z

I don't care for Dr. Casper, very bad time keeper and I found him somewhat indifferent.

[kaydee]

Dr Tran

[KittyKat]

Another vote for Dr Tran of Village Dermatology in Laurel Manor. He does not rush and is very meticulous. Also, a gentleman. Good luck.

[raynan]

Another recommendation for Dr. Tran. Very precise in his surgery.

[zcaveman]

I don't care for Dr. Casper, very bad time keeper and I found him somewhat indifferent.

Dr Casper is my third dermatologist since I have come to TV. I liked the first one but he was in Ocala. The second one I will not comment on but I will say that an 8:30 appointment could end up at 10:00 and he had the worst office staff I have ever met.

I have never had a problem with Dr Casper or his staff. The appointment is always on time and he was okay with me.

Z

[billethkid]

Dr. Tran!!
I had a large Cancer on the top of my head that required a skin graft.
One could not expect any better results at both surgery locations.
He is very skilled at what he does and is very patient focused. As are all the staff.

[mkm276]

Has anyone heard of or used Dr Michael Bond? Looking for comments-good or bad

[NotGolfer]

I saw Dr. Bond for something on my face. He came in with his entourage and froze it then left the room. I was told to come back in XX weeks for a re-check. I saw an assistant of his all the next times I went back. He's fine...heard both good and bad things about him. He's with Advantage Dermatology, I think the name of the practice is.

[billethkid]

Dr. Bond is not a MOHS surgeon.
There are better patient focused dermatologists in TV!

[ronsroni]

Dr. Casper. He is FAR FROM INDIFFERENT IMHO and quite skilled at diagnostics. I opted for radiation he raspy vs MOHS for my tip of nose cancer and glad of it. No scar and he checked me halfway through my treatments.
Office staff is nice. I don't generally care for PAs to treat me and here is no different. For a cold.... Ok. For this.... Not happening.
I really like Dr. Casper as does my hubby who has a history of ocular melanoma. He is picky.
Nuf sed.. Best of luck.

[Challenger]

Dr, Tran

I have had at least six procedures by Dr Tran and all have been totally satisfactory. He is a skilled surgeon. Good office staff and PAs also.

[dbussone]

Dr, Tran



I have had at least six procedures by Dr Tran and all have been totally satisfactory. He is a skilled surgeon. Good office staff and PAs also.


Agree 100%

[tucson]

Also agree w/everyone for Dr Tran! He did my surgery and did a fantastic job! Dr Tran studied at Cleveland Clinic and someone told me he used to be a plastic surgeon before he specialized in Mohs surgery. That is most likely the reason he is SO good on his technique on how to cut and stitch, to have the great outcome on my face.

[gego3650]

Every time I went there some thing was cut usually in an area where I could not see. I had a positive on my face and Tran did the job in less that 20 minutes and 6 months later it reappeared. The job was not done the first time so I went to Dr. Richards who is tops in the field. All of my friends have dropped Tran for a better choice.

[LuckySevens]

Dr. Casper is our choice of dermatologist.
He never rushes us and he did a serious MOHS surgery on my husband from the top of the sideburn to the bottom of his ear, a long area, and the scar is barely visible plus husband has not had a recurrence.
Several of my friends have left Dr. Tran and gone to Casper.

[billethkid]

I too beleive the use of scam is nothing more than an individual trying to add as much negative emphasis as possible.

And we all know as Paul Harvey used to say.....now for the rest of the story (which we are not getting).

By the way for those who are changing because of recurrence.....what is the recurrance rating of the other docs mentioned? What is the recurrence rating of skin cancer surgery in general?

Most of us know it is not zero. No different than the differing recurrance expectations of other types of cancers.

I will bet not one of those with a recurrance complaint confronted Dr. Tran.

The only scam I see is the need for some to disparage a provider.

[duffysmom]

I was told I needed to have MOHS on the tip of my nose (poetic) and have to decide to either do the MOHS or radiation. Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm hoping to minimize the scarring if possible. Thanks

[dbussone]

I was told I needed to have MOHS on the tip of my nose (poetic) and have to decide to either do the MOHS or radiation. Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm hoping to minimize the scarring if possible. Thanks


My wife had a similar diagnosis and a very positive outcome. Dr Tran performed the MOHS.

[billethkid]

I was told I needed to have MOHS on the tip of my nose (poetic) and have to decide to either do the MOHS or radiation. Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm hoping to minimize the scarring if possible. Thanks

Did the same medical person give you Those choices? If it is not melanoma I am curious why radiation. I have not heard about much radiation being used on skin cancer.......especially if non Melinda.

[dbussone]

Did the same medical person give you Those choices? If it is not melanoma I am curious why radiation. I have not heard about much radiation being used on skin cancer.......especially if non Melinda.


I had the same thought. It is unusual and I had not heard of it until moving here.

[billethkid]

Melinoma NOT Melinda:shrug:

[Villageswimmer]

:beer3:Melinoma NOT Melinda:shrug:

Auto correct strikes again. ;) I think we all know what you meant.

[onslowe]

I've posted very positive comments about Dr David Casper in other threads. He detected a malignant melanoma on my very first visit and excised it right there. He saved my life in May of '13.

This morning he removed a squamus cell cancer from my arm. He called me on his cell phone just now (5:45pm) to make sure I was doing well.

That's my kind of doctor!

[dbussone]

I've posted very positive comments about Dr David Casper in other threads. He detected a malignant melanoma on my very first visit and excised it right there. He saved my life in May of '13.

This morning he removed a squamus cell cancer from my arm. He called me on his cell phone just now (5:45pm) to make sure I was doing well.

That's my kind of doctor!

Amen. Blessings and prayers for your full and permanent recovery.

[duffysmom]

Dr. Caspar offers either MOHS or a very low radiation therapy which requires 3 visits a week for 5 weeks. My cancer is basel cell so it isn't life threatening.
I was curious to know if the radiation therapy leaves a scar as opposed to MOHS which I've had several times. The radiation therapy is new to me. Thank you all for your responses.

[zcaveman]

I had the radiation on my face and ear. There are no scars. The radiation is quick. You go in at your scheduled time (or very close to it) and you are out in 10-15 minutes.

The tech that does the radiation is friendly and informative.

Z

[dbussone]

I had the radiation on my face and ear. There are no scars. The radiation is quick. You go in at your scheduled time (or very close to it) and you are out in 10-15 minutes.



The tech that does the radiation is friendly and informative.



Z


Would you happen to know what kind of radiation is used and if the tech is a radiation Physicist? I'd like to learn more.

[zcaveman]

Would you happen to know what kind of radiation is used and if the tech is a radiation Physicist? I'd like to learn more.

Let me see if I can find the card about it and I will get back to you.

Z

[NYGUY]

I recently had 20 (approx 30 second) Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT) treatments at Dr Casper's office for a Basal Cell Carcinoma on my leg. The site is now healing well. I have been very pleased thus far.

[zcaveman]

Would you happen to know what kind of radiation is used and if the tech is a radiation Physicist? I'd like to learn more.

Let me see if I can find the card about it and I will get back to you.

Here is a link to the Superficial Radiotherapy treatment (SRT) - http://www.alliantdermatology.com/srt.htm

As far as the tech, she is a Radiation Therapy Technologist. I do not know if she is a radiation physicist.

Hope this helps.

Z

[dbussone]

Here is a link to the Superficial Radiotherapy treatment (SRT) - http://www.alliantdermatology.com/srt.htm

As far as the tech, she is a Radiation Therapy Technologist. I do not know if she is a radiation physicist.

Hope this helps.

Z


Thank you!

[xcaligirl]

I apologize that I don't know anyone to recommend however I do know that my husband had MOHS on the top of his head and it did take a LONG time to heal. Hoping you find a good dermatologist!