What You Should Know
Melanoma develops in the cells that give skin its color (melanocytes). While it accounts for only about 1% of skin cancer cases, it causes the vast majority of skin cancer deaths. In Florida, the risk is elevated due to intense year-round sun exposure.
Dr. Khanna uses dermoscopy and Nevisense AI technology to evaluate suspicious moles — significantly improving early detection accuracy.
ABCDE Warning Signs
- Asymmetry: One half does not match the other
- Border: Irregular, ragged, or blurred edges
- Color: Multiple shades of brown, black, red, white, or blue
- Diameter: Larger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser)
- Evolution: Any change in size, shape, color, or a new symptom like bleeding
If you notice any of these warning signs, call us immediately for a same-week appointment.
How It Works
Dr. Khanna examines the suspicious lesion using dermoscopy — a magnification tool that reveals structures invisible to the naked eye.
For ambiguous lesions, Nevisense AI technology provides an objective electrical impedance measurement, increasing early melanoma detection accuracy.
A small tissue sample is taken in-office. Our on-site dermatopathology lab processes results faster than an outside lab.
Depending on the stage and location, treatment may include surgical excision, Mohs surgery, or referral to an oncologist for advanced cases.
Who Is This Right For?
You should see a dermatologist if you have a mole that is changing, a new dark spot that appeared recently, any lesion that bleeds without being scratched, or if you have a personal or family history of melanoma. Florida's sun makes annual full-body exams essential for everyone.
"A patient came in last year thinking the spot on her back was "just a mole." It was an early-stage melanoma. We removed it completely and she is doing great. That visit took less than 30 minutes. Please do not wait."
