Leading Dermatology & Plastic Surgery Clinic in Copenhagen

This pioneering MOHS clinic is based in Copenhagen, just a short flight from the UK.

The team at the clinic comprises of specialists in Dermatology and Plastic Surgery who combined have performed over 1000 operations and have over 20 years experience.

All the dermatologists and plastic reconstructive surgeons working at the clinic are board-certified and have Danish and European certification as Mohs surgeons.

They are highly skilled and experienced in the field, making them some of the best specialists in the world at this technique.

All the doctors and nurses speak English fluently so patients from all over the world can feel comfortable and at ease.

There are no waiting lists and patients can be treated within 2 weeks of enquiring.

Every patient is treated as an individual with a personalised, caring approach whilst ensuring the best medical results for the patient.

What is MOHS Surgery?

The term ‘Mohs’ comes from Dr. F. Mohs, an American specialist who developed the procedure in the 1930’s which is called Mohs micrographic surgery.

Mohs surgery has come to be accepted as the single most effective technique for removing Basal Cell Carcinoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma (BCCs and SCCs), and many other types of skin cancer. It spares the greatest amount of healthy tissue while also most completely removing the cancer cells.

Cure rates for BCC and SCC are an unparalleled 98 percent or higher with Mohs, significantly better than the rates for a standard excision or other technique.

Even better, Mohs surgery can be performed and the wound closed in just one day, providing patients with the safest and quickest way of treatment

Benefits of MOHS

• Performed exclusively with local anaesthesia
• An outpatient procedure – no hospital admission
• Is the safest method
• Provides the optimal cosmetic result

What happens during a MOHS procedure?

The operation is always done with local anaesthesia. The visible skin cancer and a smaller fringe of about 1 – 2 mm of the surrounding healthy tissue is removed. The sample is examined in a microscope immediately.
In this way, the presence of skin cancer is visualised, both on the edges and in depth. Under the microscope you can find remaining tumours, and repeat the procedure until all the cancer is removed.
Depending on the size of the wound it may be left to heal on its own, closed with stitches, or reconstructed with a skin graft or flap.

The outpatient procedure usually takes about 3 hours to complete but in some cases where the tumour is large may take a whole day or longer.

How effective is MOHS micrographic surgery?

Mohs micrographic surgery is very effective at completely removing skin cancers while sparing normal healthy tissue. Cure rates have been found to exceed 99% for new (primary) cancers and 95% for recurrent cancers.

Who is suitable for MOHS micrographic surgery?

Skin cancers may form with undefined edges and lengthy root like extensions that can grow deeply or laterally from the visible lesion.

The MMS technique allows almost 100% of the tumour margins to be microscopically examined, very much more than traditional methods. Hence MMS is particularly suitable for the treatment of difficult skin cancers because it is able to identify and remove all cancer tissue. This allows higher cure rates and less scarring.

MMS is primarily used to treat basal and squamous cell carcinomas, but can be used to treat less common skin cancers including melanoma.

It is particularly useful in the following circumstances:
• Recurrent or incompletely excised BCC and SCC
• Primary BCC and SCC where the edges of the cancer cannot be clearly defined
• BCC and SCC in an area where it is important to preserve healthy tissue for maximum functional and cosmetic result, such as eyelids, nose, ears, lips, genitals, hands & feet
• BCC and SCC that is large (more than 2cm in diameter) or growing rapidly.
• Cancer arising in scars or in sites of previous radiation therapy
• High risk or aggressive types of SCC (e.g. infiltrative histology, poorly differentiated)
• Multiple, small, less aggressive tumours situated in the same surgical area
• Young patients who may expect to have further skin cancers on the face

Who performs MOHS micrographic surgery?

A specially trained dermatologist or dermatologic surgeon performs MOHS micrographic surgery.
The MMS surgeon needs to have skills in dermatology, oncology, pathology and reconstructive surgery. Occasionally, other specialist practitioners may be called in to assist, e.g. a plastic surgeon to reconstruct the wound for the best aesthetic results.

Are there any complications?

Major complications, those that are life threatening, do not occur and minor complications, like infections and bleeding, are very low, around 1% for our clinic.

Outstanding Patient Reviews:

“I went to the clinic for a consultation and second opinion. I was greeted by competent, empathetic and friendly staff. The specialist is highly skilled and it is a super nice clinic”.

“As a human being and as a trained dentist, I can only highly recommend the skilled, sympathetic and 100% up-to-date team you meet by being treated at this clinic”.

“From the moment I arrived, I was well received at the reception and felt comfortable. The treatment was top notch as the doctors are specialists in their field. I am extremely pleased with the result of the surgical procedure and I can only recommend others to be treated at this clinic”.

“From the moment I stepped in through the door and until I was finished, I was greeted and treated by the sweetest, professional and friendly staff you could wish for. So much was taken into account and one was in safe hands. Thank you very much for the wonderful treatment”.

“Really a great experience. From reception to examination and treatment, the whole process felt fantastic. Thank you!”.

“After having skin lesions removed in the UK which was a most horrific experience where the NHS didn’t even give me local anaesthetic, I chose to go abroad for treatment. I am forever grateful to you for arranging my treatment at this wonderful clinic where I felt so comfortable the minute I arrived”.

“Thank you for arranging everything so easily at this wonderful clinic. The staff all speak fluent English and the lovely Dr explained everything to me throughout the procedure. The clinic is immaculately clean and I felt totally safe throughout. What a superb experience. I will never have any dermatology treatment again in the UK. This clinic is the only choice for me now”.

“This is absolutely the best dermatology service I have experienced.
Very pleasant experience since the first call and consultation, during surgery and check-ups. I would highly recommend this clinic. Thank you so much, I am deeply grateful for all the support”.

“Absolutely amazing experience. The most competent team of staff, nurses and doctors that I have ever come across in Europe. The ambiance is great in the clinic. They are efficient with little to no waiting time for appointments or surgery. Every message is delivered with a tremendous amount of empathy, and the doctors are absolutely outstanding. I would highly recommend this clinic”.

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