Condition: Skin Cancer

Skin cancer begins in the epidermis, which is made up of three kinds of cells:

Squamous cells: Thin, flat cells that form the top layer of the epidermis.
Basal cells: Round cells under the squamous cells.
Melanocytes: Cells that make melanin and are found in the lower part of the epidermis. Melanin is the pigment that gives skin its natural color. When skin is exposed to the sun, melanocytes make more pigment and cause the skin to darken.

About Sonia T. Orcutt, M.D. (Video)

Sonia Orcutt, M.D., is a surgical oncologist at UAMS Health. She treats a broad range of cancers and has a passion for personalized care.

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Skin Cancer Prevention (Article)

Skin cancer prevention approaches include avoiding risk factors like ultraviolet radiation that comes from the sun, sun lamps, and tanning beds.

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Melanoma Treatment (Article)

Melanoma treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.

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Skin Cancer Treatment (Article)

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) are the most common types of skin cancer.

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Treatments and Procedures Related to Skin Cancer

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Providers Diagnosing or Treating Skin Cancer

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Locations Where Providers Treat Skin Cancer

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