Cape Fear Valley Dermatology opened on June 15, with a ribbon-cutting celebration scheduled for June 22 at 12 p.m.

This is an expansion of services, bringing new and enhanced dermatology care to Fayetteville and the surrounding communities. 

Located at 3526 Village Drive in Fayetteville, the clinic will provide comprehensive dermatology services including routine skin exams, diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, skin cancer screenings, and advanced dermatologic care. The clinic also offers specialized Mohs surgery care through a Mohs-certified provider, delivering highly precise treatment for skin cancer.

Mohs surgery is a highly specialized procedure used to remove skin cancer, most commonly basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. What makes it unique is that the surgeon removes the cancer one layer at a time and examines each layer under a microscope during the procedure. This continues until no cancer cells remain. Mohs surgery offers the highest cure rate for many skin cancers while preserving as much healthy skin as possible—giving Fayetteville patients advanced, precise skin cancer treatment close to home.

Cape Fear Valley Health identified a growing need for accessible dermatology services in the region, particularly for skin cancer prevention, early detection, and specialized treatment. 

With summer starting up and people spending more time outside, it’s important to remember to protect your skin.

There are three types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and

melanoma. While melanoma is the most dangerous, because of its capacity to spread to other

organs, it is also often the easiest to spot. The “ABCDE’s of Melanoma” can help you remember

what to look for:

A is for asymmetry: Take notice if the two sides of a mole don’t match up.

B is for border: Instead of a tidy, even border, melanoma may have scalloped or notched

edges.

C is for color: Two or more colors in the same mole might signal a problem.

D is for diameter: Look for anything larger than ¼ inch.

E is for evolving: Notice any changes in size, shape, color or texture.

Squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma typically present almost like a sore that

doesn’t heal. It may look almost like a pearly bump, something that blends in more with the skin around it.

Because skin cancer isn’t always so easy to see, Cape Fear Valley Health recommends annual skin checks for anyone with a history of excessive sun exposure or a family history of skin cancer. Regular visits make it easier to find and treat a potential problem.

Expanding dermatologic care locally helps reduce wait times and improves access for patients who previously had to travel outside the area.

Patients can schedule an appointment by calling 910-615-DERM (3376). Patients are encouraged to call the clinic directly for the most up-to-date scheduling information and availability.