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Melanoma and Skin Cancer

As Georgia’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University offers you access to the latest innovative research, clinical trials and advanced melanoma and skin cancer treatment methods.

Why Winship for Your Skin Cancer

We take skin cancer seriously. Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University’s experts offer patients a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to skin cancer and melanoma treatment and care.

At Winship, you will receive coordinated scheduling across various specialties (if necessary) and have access to a program coordinator, which helps to streamline your visits and make sure you are supported every step of the way.

Here is what you can expect when you receive skin cancer care at Winship:

Dedicated Multidisciplinary Team

We provide a coordinated, cohesive program with a dedicated treatment plan established for every patient. Our highly specialized skin cancer experts include dermatologists, medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, skin pathologists, and we will work across disciplines if needed to provide patients with high-quality, thorough care. These specialists rank among the top skin cancer experts in the world.

Accurate Diagnosis of Your Skin Cancer

It is critical to determine whether a skin lesion is cancerous or benign. If it is cancerous, our team of experts will then determine what type of skin cancer it is and how advanced it is to decide on a course of treatment. A skin cancer diagnosis typically requires a skin biopsy.

Tailored Skin Cancer Treatment

Your treatment plan depends on many different factors and will be completely personalized to meet your specific needs. Winship excels in targeted therapy, and our experts believe it makes all the difference in providing the best, most advanced skin cancer care out there.

Treatment You Can’t Get at Other Centers

Winship leads and collaborates on more clinical trials than any other cancer center in the state. As a patient, you have access to cutting-edge clinical trials and drug developments that are improving skin cancer outcomes. Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship.

More Promising Outcomes

Winship’s skin cancer outcomes are unrivaled in the state, and our team of experts is working diligently to improve skin cancer prognoses for more advanced skin cancer types. Our targeted treatment plans use the latest innovations and technologies to reach the best possible skin cancer outcomes.

Support Every Step of the Way

Our skin cancer and melanoma team — which includes nutritionists, nurse navigators, social workers, counselors and more — is here for you and your family to lean on. We do everything in our power to help you throughout your experience with us.

Patient Care That Matters

Our promise is to provide you with support, exceptional care and an individualized plan utilizing the most advanced treatment possible, and even a second opinion. We'll be with you and your caregiver every step of the way — from diagnosis to treatment and long after.