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Mohs Micrographic Surgery doctors
FeaturedDr. Sanket Shah
MBBS, MS, MCh
Senior Consultant — Surgical Oncology · Specialty: Surgical Oncologist
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Surgical Oncologist
- Senior Consultant, Surgical Oncology — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai, Present
- Surgical Oncologist — Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Expertise & Procedures
- Breast-conserving surgery and oncoplastic reconstruction
- Modified radical mastectomy and sentinel node biopsy
- Head and neck tumor resection with neck dissection
- Thyroidectomy and laryngectomy for cancer
- Laparoscopic ovarian cancer surgery
Surgical Oncologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Girish Panth
MBBS, MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), Fellowship in Dermatosurgery & Cosmetology, Advanced Training in Dermatology, International Training
Consultant, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Dermatosurgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India40+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 40+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Dermatosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant, Dermatology at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
- Built a 40+ year clinical career spanning general dermatology, dermatosurgery, and advanced cosmetic procedures.
Expertise & Procedures
- Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Pigmentation Laser Treatment
- Chemical Peels
- PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
Dermatologist & Dermatosurgeon Experience: 40+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Harshita Reddy Bondugula
MBBS, MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), Fellowship in Dermatology
Assistant Professor & Consultant Dermatologist, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist
Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills Hyderabad, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Dermatologist
- Currently serving as Assistant Professor and Consultant Dermatologist in the Department of Dermatology at Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
- Affiliated with Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, contributing to both patient care and academic teaching within the dermatology unit.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
- Advanced Medical Hair Loss Treatment
- Skin Biopsy
Dermatologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospital, Jubilee HillsHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Nidhi Singh
MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), MBBS
Senior Consultant, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai Chennai, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
- Senior Consultant, Dermatology — Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai (2015 – Present)
- Consultant Dermatologist — Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai (joined 2015, progressed to Senior Consultant)
Expertise & Procedures
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Pigmentation Laser Treatment
- Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- Chemical Peels
- Botox Injections
Dermatologist & Cosmetologist Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCity ChennaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Oshin Agrawal
MBBS, MD — Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
Specialist, Department of Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Fortis Hospital, Noida Noida, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
- Currently serving as Specialist in the Department of Dermatology at Fortis Hospital, Noida, Delhi NCR.
- Has built over 10 years of clinical practice spanning medical dermatology, cosmetic procedures, and laser-based treatments.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- Pigmentation Laser Treatment
- Skin Tightening with Energy-Based Devices
- PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
Dermatologist & Cosmetologist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Hospital, NoidaHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Priyanka Hemrajani
MBBS, MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy), Diploma in Dermatology, Fellowship in Skin Laser Surgery
Senior Consultant, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist
Marengo Asia Hospitals Ahmedabad, India12+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 12+ years of experience in Dermatologist
- Senior Consultant, Dermatology — Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram (current)
- Senior Consultant, Dermatology — Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad (current affiliation)
Expertise & Procedures
- PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
- Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Chemical Peels
- Botox Injections
Dermatologist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Marengo Asia HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Yogesh H R
MBBS, MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy (DVL)
Consultant Dermatocosmetologist, Dermatology · Specialty: Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Dermatologist & Cosmetologist
- Consultant Dermatocosmetologist, Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru — current role.
- Consultant Dermatocosmetologist, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Koramangala, Bangalore — since 2015.
Expertise & Procedures
- Acne Scar Laser Treatment
- Advanced Laser Skin Rejuvenation
- Skin Tightening (Energy-Based Devices)
- PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
- Advanced Medical Hair Loss Treatment
Dermatologist & Cosmetologist Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryLiver TransplantCardiac SurgeryOrthopedics
1+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
2+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Hyderabad, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Est. 1988
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.1
44 reviews
550+
Beds
38+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Chennai, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Gleneagles Global Hospital
Est. 1999
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.7
112 reviews
1000+
Beds
27+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Noida, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Fortis Hospital, Noida
Est. 2004
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.5
88 reviews
236+
Beds
22+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Faridabad, IndiaStarting from$1,500
Marengo Asia Hospitals
Est. 2007
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Mohs Micrographic SurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology
1+
Doctors for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
4.4
54 reviews
450+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for early-stage skin cancer treatment for several reasons, including:
More affordable estimates
Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.
Internationally accredited hospitals
Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.
Experienced specialists
Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.
Care coordination support
A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.
About the Procedure
What is Mohs Micrographic Surgery?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery is a precise, tissue-sparing surgical technique used to remove early-stage skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, particularly on the face, ears, and other cosmetically or functionally sensitive areas. During the procedure, thin layers of skin are removed and examined under a microscope in real time until no cancer cells remain, ensuring complete removal while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible. It offers the highest cure rates among skin cancer treatments and minimizes scarring compared to conventional excision.
Who may be considered?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.
How does it work?
The tumor is removed layer by layer under local anesthesia, with each layer mapped and examined microscopically on-site until the margins are completely clear of cancer cells.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Standard Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Gold StandardThe tumor is removed layer by layer under local anesthesia, with each layer mapped and examined microscopically on-site until the margins are completely clear of cancer cells.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $150 - $600
Skin biopsy with histopathology, dermoscopy, CBC, coagulation profile, ECG (for elderly patients), high-resolution ultrasound of the lesion if deep invasion suspected
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $1,500 - $3,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~1 day (day-care, multiple stages same day)
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~5-7 days recommended
Total stay: approx 7-10 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Consultation with dermatologic surgeon/oncologist
- Local anesthesia and surgical procedure
- On-site frozen section pathology processing
- Wound closure or reconstruction (if needed)
- Post-operative dressing and follow-up visit
Usually Not Included
- International and domestic travel
- Hotel/accommodation beyond hospital stay
- Advanced reconstructive/flap surgery if extensive defect
- Long-term dermatology follow-up after discharge
- Visa and travel insurance
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients can resume light activities within a few days, with full wound healing typically taking 2-4 weeks depending on the size and location of the surgical site; regular follow-up with a dermatologist is recommended to monitor scarring and check for recurrence.
Risks
Potential risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, temporary or rare permanent nerve damage, and, in a small percentage of cases, incomplete tumor removal requiring further treatment.
Alternatives
Alternative treatments for early-stage skin cancer include standard surgical excision, curettage and electrodesiccation, radiotherapy, and topical or photodynamic therapy, though these generally offer lower cure rates or less tissue preservation compared to Mohs surgery.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent skin lesion biopsy report with histopathology
- Clinical photographs of the lesion (multiple angles)
- Dermoscopy images if available
- Imaging reports (CT/MRI/ultrasound) for deep or recurrent tumors
- Complete blood count (CBC) and coagulation profile
- List of current medications, especially blood thinners
- Prior skin cancer treatment history, if any
- ECG report for patients above 40 or with cardiac history
Patient information needed
- Exact location, size, and duration of the skin lesion
- Type of skin cancer diagnosed (basal cell, squamous cell, etc.)
- Whether this is a primary tumor or a recurrence
- Any known allergies, especially to local anesthesia
- History of immunosuppression or organ transplant
- Cosmetic concerns or functional areas near the lesion (eyes, nose, lips)
- Preferred travel dates and companion travel plans
- Insurance or budget preferences for reconstruction if needed
Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Mohs Micrographic Surgery) and procedure (Mohs Micrographic Surgery) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Mohs Micrographic Surgery in India
What is Early-Stage Skin Cancer?
Early-stage skin cancer is a term used to describe cancerous or pre-cancerous changes in the skin that are still localised, meaning they have not yet invaded deeply or spread beyond the original site. The specific type and stage can only be confirmed through clinical examination and, typically, tissue analysis by a pathologist.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Early-Stage Skin Cancer?
Common signs that prompt further evaluation include a new or changing mole, a pearly or waxy bump, a flat lesion with a scaly or crusted surface, a sore that does not heal within a few weeks, or a spot that bleeds, itches, or changes in colour, size, or shape. Melanoma in particular may follow the well-known ABCDE criteria — asymmetry, irregular border, multiple colours, diameter greater than 6 mm, and evolution over time. It is important to understand that the presence or absence of these signs does not confirm or exclude a diagnosis; only a qualified clinician can make that determination.
How is Early-Stage Skin Cancer diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a thorough skin examination by a specialist, who will assess the size, location, borders, colour, and texture of any suspicious lesion. A dermoscopy (a non-invasive magnified examination of the skin) is often used to gather additional detail before any tissue is sampled. If a lesion is deemed suspicious, a biopsy is taken and sent for histopathological analysis, which is the definitive step for confirming the type, depth of invasion (Breslow thickness in melanoma), and margins — all of which inform staging and guide treatment planning.
How is Early-Stage Skin Cancer treated?
Treatment decisions depend on the confirmed type, histological features, anatomical location, and the patient's overall health, and must be individualised by the treating clinician. For many early-stage non-melanoma skin cancers, procedural options such as surgical excision or Mohs micrographic surgery are highly effective and routinely used; Mohs surgery in particular allows real-time margin analysis and is especially suited to cosmetically or functionally sensitive areas. Some superficial or very low-risk lesions may be managed with non-surgical approaches, but this suitability must be assessed case by case.
Can Early-Stage Skin Cancer be treated without a procedure?
Non-surgical options do exist for certain early-stage and superficial skin cancers, and include topical therapies such as imiquimod or 5-fluorouracil cream, photodynamic therapy (PDT), cryotherapy, and careful active surveillance for selected very low-risk lesions. However, these approaches are generally appropriate only for specific lesion types and grades, and a dermatologist must determine whether they offer adequate disease control for a given patient's situation — surgical removal remains the standard of care for the majority of confirmed skin cancers.
When is Mohs Micrographic Surgery considered for Early-Stage Skin Cancer?
Mohs Micrographic Surgery may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Early-Stage Skin Cancer?
Early-stage skin cancer is primarily evaluated and managed by a dermatologist, often one with a subspecialty focus in dermato-oncology or Mohs surgery. Depending on the lesion type, location, and complexity, input from a plastic surgeon, head and neck surgeon, or a multidisciplinary oncology team may also be involved.
How do I choose a doctor for Early-Stage Skin Cancer?
When selecting a provider, it is worth looking into the clinician's specific experience with the type of skin cancer involved (for example, Mohs-trained surgeons for facial or high-risk lesions), their access to on-site pathology for same-day margin analysis, and whether the facility supports multidisciplinary review and structured follow-up protocols, given that surveillance after treatment is an important part of long-term management.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.