Advancements in Non-Surgical Skin Cancer Treatments

In this exclusive interview with The Dermatologist, Dr Emily Ruiz explores innovative non-surgical treatments for skin cancers. From injectables to topical therapies and systemic agents, Dr Ruiz sheds light on diagnostic criteria, mechanisms of action, and their effectiveness compared to surgical methods. She provides a comprehensive preview of her upcoming session, “Non-Surgical Treatments for Skin Cancer,” at Dermatology Week Fall 2023.

Now in its third year, Dermatology Week is a unique, multi-day event that brings together some of the leading subject matter experts from across the field of dermatology. With a focus on dermatology education over destination, Dermatology Week aims to provide practical, timely education that can immediately translate into better patient outcomes. Attend Dermatology Week Fall 2023: September 20th-23rd!

Emily Ruiz, MD, MPH, is an associate physician at the Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery Center of Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital in Boston, MA. She is also an assistant professor of dermatology at Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA, and director of the High-Risk Skin Cancer Clinic at Dana Farber/Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA.

Questions Asked:

• Can you give us a preview of what will be covered during your session at Dermatology Week Fall 2023?

• What are the key characteristics and diagnostic criteria used to help identify keratinocyte carcinomas (KCs) that may be suitable candidates for non-surgical treatments?

• Could you provide an overview of the different non-surgical treatments available for KCs and their respective mechanisms of action?

• How does the effectiveness of non-surgical treatments compare with traditional surgical approaches in terms of disease control, cosmetic outcomes, and overall patient satisfaction?

• What additional tips and insights would you like to share with your colleagues regarding non-surgical treatments for skin cancer?

Reference
Ruiz E. Non-surgical treatments for skin cancer. Presented at: Dermatology Week Fall 2023; September 20–27, 2023; Virtual.