Actinic Keratosis
Actinic keratosis – also known as AK — is a pre-cancerous condition that presents as small patches on areas of the skin that have been heavily exposed to the sun.
Welcome to the practice of
John Boyer, M.D.,
Patrick Ellison, M.D.,
&Westley Mori, M.D.
Welcome to Our Practice
We invite you to use our site not only to get to know us, but also as a place for easy resources from our educational links and office brochures, to handy tips for helping identify some of the most common types of skin cancer and their future prevention.
Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Mohs micrographic surgery is the most effective and advanced treatment for skin cancer. It offers the highest potential for cure.
Originally developed in the 1930s, Mohs micrographic surgery has been refined into the most advanced, precise, and effective treatment for a large variety of skin cancer types. Skin cancer often resembles the “tip of the iceberg” with more tumor cells growing downward and outward into the skin like the roots of a tree.
How we can help
Most Effective & Least Invasive Surgery
Our physicians specialize in the care & treatment of patients with all skin cancer types. Emphasis is performance of Mohs micrographic surgery, dermatologic surgery & cutaneous oncology.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma, look like raised red pearls on the surface of the skin.
Malignant Melanoma
Melanoma is a dangerous form of skin cancer that, although rare, is responsible for the greatest number of skin cancer deaths in America.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Skin
Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin is the most common human cancer.
Sun Sense: Skin Cancer Prevention Tips
Many people develop skin cancer in their lifetimes. It is by far the most curable form of cancer though early detection is important for a positive outcome.
"I had a very small basal cell carcinoma on the middle of my nose. I had a consult for Mohs surgery with Dr. Boyer whose knowledge, experience, thoroughness and credentials are most impressive. I researched him on Yelp, Vital Signs and Healthgrades before committing to seeing him. I wasn't disappointed. He's direct and kind. No nonsense and a nice bedside manner. "
Lee Ann R.
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Our Surgeons
Fellowship trained Mohs surgeons are specialists in dermatology, pathology, and reconstructive surgery. The vast majority of Mohs surgeons are dermatologists. Dermatology is the only medical subspecialty requiring extensive training in dermatopathology, constituting a large portion of Board Certification testing. Skilled and experienced clinical observation of skin, as well as extensive microscopic training in dermatology residency provides an excellent foundation for Mohs fellowship training.
Mohs Surgical Facility at the Queens Medical Center
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. It is estimated that one in four Americans with fair skin will develop skin cancer over their lifetime. Hawaii has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer in the country. Fortunately the vast majority of these cancers can be effectively treated.
That is the goal of our entire staff, to help you discover the extent of your needs and receive the most caring, professional, and experienced attention available anywhere.
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