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Mohs Micrographic Surgery · Charlotte, NC
Mohs surgery in Charlotte, NC
Dr. Amit Om is a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon. Starting December 2026, he performs Mohs surgery for skin cancer at Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology (PPSD), at its Cotswold and Blakeney offices in Charlotte.
The Basics
What is Mohs surgery?
Mohs micrographic surgery is a precise technique for removing skin cancer, developed by Dr. Frederic Mohs in the 1930s. The cancer is removed one thin layer at a time, and every layer is examined under the microscope right away. If cancer remains at the edge, only that spot is treated again, so surgery stops the moment the margins are clear.
Because 100% of the margin is checked, Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate of any skin cancer treatment, up to 99% for common skin cancers like basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, while sparing as much healthy skin as possible. That matters most on the face, where every millimeter counts.
Candidacy
Who is a good candidate for Mohs surgery?
Not every skin cancer needs Mohs surgery. Dr. Om will recommend the treatment that's best for your diagnosis and its location. Mohs is often the right choice for:
Recurrent skin cancer
Tumors that have come back after a previous treatment.
Aggressive or ill-defined tumors
Cancers with indistinct borders, aggressive growth patterns, or roots that extend beneath the visible surface.
Large lesions & higher-risk patients
Larger tumors, and cancers in patients with weakened immune systems, where complete removal is especially important.
What to Expect
Your Mohs surgery day
Mohs surgery is an outpatient procedure done under local anesthesia, and most cases are completed in a single visit, including reconstruction.
Remove a thin layer
The visible tumor and a thin layer of surrounding tissue are removed under local anesthesia.
Map and stain
The tissue edges are marked with colored dyes and mapped, so any remaining cancer can be located exactly.
Examine every margin
Dr. Om reads the slides himself, checking 100% of the surgical margin under the microscope while you wait.
Repair the site
Once margins are clear, the wound is reconstructed the same day for the best functional and cosmetic outcome.
Your Surgeon
Why choose Dr. Om for Mohs surgery in Charlotte
Double board-certified
Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology in both dermatology and micrographic dermatologic surgery.
Fellowship-trained
Completed an ACGME micrographic surgery and dermatologic oncology fellowship in Los Angeles under Dr. Richard Bennett.
Surgeon and pathologist
Dr. Om examines the microscope slides himself, checking the entire margin before your wound is closed.
More about Dr. Om · See real Mohs results and patient resources
Locations
Where to find Dr. Om
Starting December 2026, Dr. Om sees patients at Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology in Charlotte.
Cotswold office
309 S. Sharon Amity Road, Suite 200
Charlotte, NC 28211
Blakeney office
5815 Blakeney Park Drive, Suite 100
Charlotte, NC 28277
Mohs Surgery FAQ
Questions about Mohs surgery
What is the cure rate for Mohs surgery?
Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate of any treatment for common skin cancers, up to 99% for basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Om will talk with you about what to expect for your specific diagnosis.
How long does Mohs surgery take?
Plan for a good part of the day. Each layer is processed and read under the microscope while you wait, and most cases finish in a single visit, with reconstruction done the same day.
Will I be awake during Mohs surgery?
Yes. Mohs surgery is performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. The area is fully numbed, and most patients are comfortable throughout.
Will I have a scar after Mohs surgery?
Any surgery leaves some scar, but Mohs removes the least possible tissue, and Dr. Om specializes in reconstruction designed to hide within natural skin lines. See an honest example on the For Patients page.
How do I schedule Mohs surgery with Dr. Om in Charlotte?
Starting December 2026, contact Piedmont Plastic Surgery & Dermatology at 704-344-8846 or schedule online. For more patient resources, visit the American College of Mohs Surgery.
Concerned about a spot? Don't wait on it.
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