SKIN CANCER
When a patient hears that they have skin cancer, their first reaction is often one of fear. Once they are reassured that many skin cancers are not life-threatening if caught early, they experience relief mixed with apprehension about what’s next. They wonder:
-How is the lesion going to be removed? What kind of procedure will I need?
-Once we are sure that the skin cancer is fully removed, what are my options for reconstruction?
-Will it leave a scar? Will I be disfigured?
-How long will the healing process take and when can I go back to my normal life?
Dr. Mendes can patiently explain your options to you. He is an expert at MOH’s surgery, the state-of-the-art method for dealing with most skin cancers. MOH’s allows for precision diagnostics and better options for reconstruction.
The Consultation:
I take my time here. For good reason. It’s key that you choose a surgeon with whom you feel at ease. Someone who has earned your trust and who listens to your concerns. Someone who will speak with you honestly about your situation, explain your options, and give you realistic expectations.
Whether it takes one, two or three sessions, you’ll know everything you need to know to understand what’s coming. Knowledge is power and this will help you be a partner in your care and healing.
Surgery:
You’ll find that we work very hard at making the surgical experience as easy and as positive for you as possible. Depending on your needs we can help with everything from transportation and hotel arrangements to post-op care.
In cases where local anesthetic is used, I can use hypnosis to ease anxiety. I’m one of the few plastic surgeons offering this. Besides helping to put you at ease and keeping your blood pressure down, hypnosis often means less anesthesia. And that’s always a good thing.
With us, the care doesn’t end in the recovery room. Patients develop lifelong relationships with Dr. Mendes and our staff, because we care.
MOH'S SURGERY
My approach is based on one simple understanding. Every patient is different and every patient is the same. Whether you’re a thirty-something mother who wants a sleeker body, or a forty-something businessman who wants a fresher face, or an eighteen-year old who wants a straighter nose, when it’s over, you all want the same thing….
You want to be glad you did it. Everything I do is designed to get you that result.
Combining a holistic approach with state-of-the-art surgical techniques and strategy has allowed me to create one of the best self-enhancement programs in Israel. My aesthetic is natural. Most importantly, I listen.
The Consultation:
I take my time here. For good reason. It’s key that you choose a surgeon with whom you feel at ease. Someone who has earned your trust - who shares your taste. Someone who will help you take an honest look at your reasons for wanting surgery. And your expectations.
The best solution for you may be a different procedure than the one you came in for. It might be no surgery at all. Whether it takes one, two or three sessions, you’ll know everything you need to make the right decision. Without any pressure.
Surgery:
You’ll find that we work very hard at making the surgical experience as easy and as positive for you as possible. Depending on your needs we can help with everything from transportation and hotel arrangements to post-op care.
In cases where local anesthetic is used, I can use hypnosis to ease anxiety. I’m one of the few plastic surgeons offering this. Besides helping to put you at ease and keeping your blood pressure down, hypnosis often means less anesthesia. And that’s always a good thing.
With us, the care doesn’t end in the recovery room. Patients develop lifelong relationships with Dr. Mendes and our staff, because we care.