At SpaSurgica in Waterloo, we provide expert diagnosis and surgical treatment for a full range of benign and malignant skin lesions. If you notice a changing mole, new growth, or a persistent wound, a timely medical assessment is recommended. Under the expert care of Dr. M. Elmaraghy, our board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience, skin cancers are diagnosed and removed using advanced minor surgical techniques that ensure complete excision and the most optimal aesthetic and medical outcomes.
Treatment for Malignant Skin Conditions in Waterloo
At SpaSurgica, we specialize in the evaluation and surgical treatment of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and a full spectrum of benign and precancerous lesions that require treatment or removal. Every case is individually assessed to determine the safest, most effective, and most aesthetically appropriate surgical or nonsurgical treatment plan.
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer, often presenting as a pearly bump, a sore that doesn’t heal, or a patch that bleeds easily. While BCC rarely spreads, it can grow if left untreated and become locally destructive. We remove BCC using precise surgical excision, ensuring clear margins while preserving healthy surrounding skin for the best cure rate and aesthetic result. There may also be nonsurgical treatment options available depending on the size and location of the tumor.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
Squamous cell carcinoma may appear as a scaly patch, a crusted bump, a nonhealing wound, or a rapidly growing lesion. SCC carries a higher risk of spread and requires prompt removal. Dr. Elmaraghy performs surgical excision and reconstruction to eliminate all cancerous tissue and reduce the chance of recurrence, followed by guidance on local wound care and long-term monitoring.
Melanoma
Melanoma is one of the most serious forms of skin cancer and often begins as a mole that changes to a more irregular shape, or color. It may also present with rapid growth and may start de novo and not from an existing pigmented lesion. Early detection and surgical excision with appropriate margins is critical. At SpaSurgica, melanoma treatment involves carefully planned removal with appropriate safety margins, along with coordination of further multidisciplinary care if deeper or more advanced disease is suspected.
Beyond Skin Cancer
Beyond skin cancer care, Dr. Elmaraghy provides expert treatment for numerous non-cancerous skin and soft-tissue conditions, including:
- Cosmetic mole removal and abnormal moles, dysplastic nevi
- Age spots, skin tags, sebaceous cysts, dermatofibromas, and lipomas
- Keloid scars, including revision and excision
- Split, torn, or stretched earlobes, repaired
- Venous concerns, including spider veins and telangiectasias
- Precancerous lesions (such as actinic keratoses)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger, treated surgically
Minor Skin Surgery
Minor skin surgery is an outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia. Dr. Elmaraghy removes the cancerous lesion along with a thin margin of healthy tissue to ensure full clearance. This technique is ideal for most BCCs, SCCs, and early melanomas. The focus is on ensuring complete removal and the most refined cosmetic closure possible.
Reconstructive Closure When Needed
For lesions in delicate or highly visible areas, such as the face, eyelids, ears, or nose, Dr. Elmaraghy applies advanced reconstructive techniques to restore function and appearance. Depending on the size and location of the excision, closure may involve layered suturing, local tissue rearrangement, or small flap techniques to achieve natural-looking results.
This same level of surgical precision is applied in SpaSurgica procedures, such as mole removal and scar revision, where the goal is precise removal with minimal downtime and a refined cosmetic result.
Why Patients Choose Spasurgica for Skin Cancer Care
At SpaSurgica, we offer expert, efficient, patient-centered care:
- Drastically reduced wait times
- Minimal scarring, thanks to meticulous plastic surgical techniques
- All procedures performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon
- Out-of-hospital, comfortable surgical environment
- No referral required for most conditions
- State-of-the-art, fully accredited surgical facility using the latest minor surgical techniques
Skin Care Treatment Plus Laser Therapy
During skin cancer treatment, we take meticulous care to minimize scarring as much as possible. We also offer advanced laser therapies to further refine and improve surgical scars following skin cancer removal. These treatments help smooth skin texture, reduce redness, and enhance overall skin quality. By promoting more even healing, laser therapy can significantly improve the final cosmetic outcome.
Schedule Your Consultation
SpaSurgica is the most trusted plastic surgery practice in Waterloo, led by Dr. Elmaraghy, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience and advanced fellowship training in plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. If you have noticed a suspicious lesion or have a biopsy-confirmed diagnosis, early treatment is important. Book your skin cancer consultation and minor surgery today.
