Most cases of skin cancer don’t have to mean surgery, if you know your options.

In this episode, Dr. Kat Kesty sits down with Dr. Murphy Mastin to explore the groundbreaking, less invasive treatments that are transforming how skin cancer is treated. From targeted creams to light-based therapies, today’s options can often shrink or eliminate tumors while avoiding surgery and scars.

What we cover in this episode:

• How topical treatments like five-fluorouracil and immune-boosting medications can reduce skin cancer risk by up to 75%
• The role of oral medications like acitretin for high-risk patients
• In-office treatments including photodynamic therapy, light therapy, and Laser technology
• When radiation therapy can be an effective non-surgical alternative and who it’s best for
• Why Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate by examining 100% of tumor margins
• How immune checkpoint inhibitors are changing outcomes for advanced and metastatic skin cancers
• The future of Laser-based prevention and treatment

Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, care for someone at risk, or want to stay proactive about skin health, this episode offers clear explanations and real options. Dr. Mastin breaks down complex treatments in a way that’s easy to understand, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

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