Skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, affecting 1 in 5 people during their lifetime. At BOB体育, nationally recognized experts provide state-of-the-art treatment for both melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers.
Our team of specialists provides comprehensive, personalized treatment options and access to the latest clinical trials鈥攍eading to superior patient outcomes. The BOB体育 Cancer Center is proud to be NCI-designated, a distinction awarded by the National Cancer Institute to centers that meet the highest standards for cancer research and care. This designation places BOB体育 at the forefront of cancer innovation, ensuring our patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.
Learn more about our current skin cancer clinical trial opportunities.
Non-melanoma skin cancer comprises the majority of diagnosed cases and includes two main types: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Both develop in the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin.
Although less common, melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer. It starts in the melanocytes, the cells that produce skin pigment, or melanin. Melanoma is the leading cause of death from skin disease due to its potential to spread cancer cells rapidly.
BOB体育 ranks in the top 10% of high-performing hospitals in the cancer specialty. This distinction reflects excellence across key measures, including patient outcomes, volume of high-risk cases, patient experience, nurse staffing, and the use of advanced technologies.
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet, or UV, radiation鈥攚hether from the sun or tanning beds鈥攕ignificantly increases the risk of skin cancer. Individuals with light or fair skin, or a family history of skin cancer, are also at greater risk and should learn proper skin cancer prevention.
Prevention is key to reducing your risk of skin cancer. Here are several effective ways to protect your skin and support early detection:
For more information on patient education regarding skin cancer treatment and clinical trials, visit our patient education page.
Our multidisciplinary team of skin cancer treatment experts at BOB体育 includes specialists, nurse navigators, plastic surgeons, researchers, dermatologists, and more. Our patients benefit from the combined expertise of multiple cancer specialists, who carefully review patient cases and develop the most effective treatment plans. Specialists include those in the fields of:
Our renowned experts utilize the latest innovative technology and clinical trial research to provide extensive skin cancer treatment options. We offer a wide range of technologies in convenient outpatient settings, including:
BOB体育 research scientists make medicine better every day. They discover new ways to help people by running clinical trials. When you join a clinical trial, you can get advanced medical care. Sometimes years before it's available everywhere. You can also help make medicine better for everyone else. If you'd like to learn more about clinical trials, visit our clinical trials page. Or click one of the links below:
The purpose of the study is to learn from the real world practice of prescribing targeted therapies to patients with advanced cancer whose tumor harbors a genomic variant known to be a drug target or to predict sensitivity to a drug. Note: Due to鈥�
Our community and patient programs provide great value to patients, families and loved ones. People can find support, educational materials, expert consultants and more. In most instances, these programs are offered free of charge.
Improves health and quality of life for long-term cancer survivors.
An educational and networking event that brings together cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and health care professionals.
Helps individuals access high-quality cancer screening, prevention and treatment services.
Interdisciplinary facility that helps support the diverse needs of individuals and families.
Pain management treatment plans for cancer patients.
Can assist you through the treatment process in a number of practical and supportive ways.
Peer companionship for adolescents and young adults living with serious illness.
This free online program educates those newly diagnosed with cancer on what to expect, how to manage stress, and navigate financial burdens, among other topics.
Offers classes, programs, groups, activities, resources and health fairs throughout Gainesville, Ocala and The Villages communities.
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