In this video, Dr Lauren Young explains what's involved in Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancers on the eyelid or peri-eye area — including why four doctors are involved and what happens on the day.
This procedure involves four doctors working together across two stages.
Dermatologist & Mohs Micrographic Surgery Specialist. Removes the skin cancer and confirms it has been fully cleared under the microscope.
Works with Dr Young to ensure you are comfortably asleep during the Mohs stage.
Oculoplastic surgeon — an ophthalmologist specialised in eye surgery reconstruction. Performs the reconstruction once the cancer is fully cleared.
Works with Dr Stewart to ensure you are comfortably asleep during the reconstruction stage.
The eyelid is a delicate area with very little spare tissue. Mohs micrographic surgery allows Dr Young to remove the skin cancer while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible — with confirmation the cancer is fully cleared before Dr Stewart begins reconstruction.
Dr Young remains available for any questions before your procedure. All postoperative and wound queries are directed to Dr Stewart's rooms.