Jupiter Medical Center is pleased to announce that its Comprehensive Cancer Program will now offer a cutting-edge Melanoma Screening Program specifically designed to help in the early detection of skin cancer, using advanced imaging technologies that can reduce unnecessary biopsies. Confocal scanning laser microscopy is a revolutionary imaging technique that creates a three-dimensional image of the skin’s many layers, and provides a virtual biopsy of potentially dangerous skin lesions. It allows rapid imaging of multiple lesions and can be used to track trouble spots for growth or changes over time.
Additionally Fotofinder mole mapping is a highly advanced way to track potential changes in moles and lesions for early detection of skin cancer. Experts in the Melanoma Screening Program use a sophisticated computer system to scan a patient’s entire body for areas that could potentially develop into cancer. High-resolution photos are stored and can be compared to new images taken at each follow-up visit for accurate tracking of moles and enhanced evaluation of lesions.“Early detection of melanoma is paramount to determine the best treatment approach and achieve a potential cure,” said Michael Borenstein, MD, PhD, Co-Medical Director of Dermatologic Oncology at Jupiter Medical Center. “Through the Melanoma Screening Program and the advanced technology for virtual biopsy, Jupiter Medical Center provides a level of comprehensive care to patients with complex cancers that is unmatched in our community. We’re raising the standard of care for skin cancer treatment in our region.”
“With skin cancer’s prevalence in Florida, we saw a real need for an innovative and aggressive approach to diagnosis and treatment,” said John Couris, President and CEO of Jupiter Medical Center. “Our new Melanoma Screening Program enhances the world-class care offered through our Comprehensive Cancer Center.”
