Frederic E. Mohs
Frederic E. Mohs (pronunciation: Fred-er-ic E. Moes) was an American physician and general surgeon, best known for developing the Mohs surgery, a microscopically controlled surgery used to treat common types of skin cancer.
Etymology
The term "Mohs" refers to Dr. Frederic E. Mohs, who developed the technique. The surgery was initially termed chemosurgery, but it is now commonly referred to as Mohs surgery in honor of its founder.
Life and Career
Frederic E. Mohs was born on March 1, 1910, in Burlington, Wisconsin. He completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During his time there, he developed the Mohs surgery technique, which he continued to refine throughout his career.
Mohs served as a faculty member at the University of Wisconsin-Madison for over 50 years, where he trained many physicians in his technique. He passed away on July 2, 2002.
Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery is a precise surgical technique used to treat skin cancer. During Mohs surgery, thin layers of cancer-containing skin are progressively removed and examined until only cancer-free tissue remains. This technique allows surgeons to preserve as much healthy skin as possible and is often used to treat cancers in cosmetically and functionally important areas like the head and neck.
Related Terms
- Skin cancer: The abnormal growth of skin cells, often developed on skin exposed to the sun.
- Mohs surgery: A surgical technique for removing skin cancer layer by layer.
- University of Wisconsin-Madison: A public research university in Madison, Wisconsin, where Frederic E. Mohs studied and worked.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Frederic E. Mohs
- Wikipedia's article - Frederic E. Mohs
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