Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer. When detected early, most basal cell carcinomas can be treated and cured and are not considered life-threatening.
Melanoma Treatment
Melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer often caused by exposure to the sun. Our team has specialized training in all melanoma treatments, including Mohs surgery.
Mohs Surgery
A surgery that cuts away thin layers of skin to address skin cancer. Mohs performed by our certified physicians has a high cure rate and minimizes damage to healthy tissue.
Skin Cancer Screenings
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Regular screenings with your dermatologist find cancer earlier, minimizing risk of spread. Schedule your annual exam now!
Skin Cancer Treatment
Skin cancer is the uncontrolled overgrowth of abnormal skin cells. When caught early, it can be very treatable.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
A common skin cancer that begins when UV light from the sun damages the skin and causes a cancerous tumor. We test all suspicious spots and offer the latest treatments.
Treatment of Moles
Moles are a common skin growth that can vary in color, shape and size. Some moles can develop into melanoma, so it is important to see a dermatologist if you see any changes.
Dr. Brent Kirkland is a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon in Cincinnati and Dayton, specializing in skin cancer diagnosis, Mohs surgery, facial reconstructive surgery, and medical dermatology. Patients in southwest Ohio trust Dr. Kirkland for expert, personalized care in treating basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and other complex skin cancers.
Dr. Kirkland earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH, and completed residency training at Stanford University, working with leading experts in cutaneous oncology. He then completed fellowship training in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Cutaneous Oncology, and Facial Reconstructive Surgery in Pittsburgh, PA. He is one of the few Mohs surgeons in southwest Ohio trained in intraoperative immunostains to optimize cancer removal while preserving healthy tissue.
Dr. Kirkland is double board-certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American College of Mohs Surgery. He has authored numerous scientific articles on cutaneous oncology, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology and has presented at national meetings.
Recognized by both Cincinnati Magazine and Dayton Magazine as one of the Best Doctors for Mohs surgery, Dr. Kirkland provides the highest-quality care for patients seeking Mohs surgery in Cincinnati or Dayton. In addition to his clinical role, he serves as Chief Medical Officer at DOCS Dermatology.
Credentials
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Double Board-Certified in Dermatology and Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
