Skin drug treatments may regress dangerous birthmarks and prevent melanoma
The team used these models to show that several topical drugs can cause the lesions to recede. One of the topical treatments protected against cancer development.
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is a malignant tumor that grows in the skin cells and accounts for more than 50 percent of all cancers.
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Melanoma & Skin Cancer Surgery Program
The Melanoma & Skin Cancer Surgery Program at Massachusetts General Hospital offers expert surgical care within a multidisciplinary Cancer Center team.
Melanoma
Melanoma and Pigmented Lesion Center
The Melanoma Center and Pigmented Lesion Center (PLC) at Massachusetts General Hospital is the nation's longest-standing multidisciplinary clinic providing care for patients with—or at risk of developing—cutaneous melanoma
Melanoma Genetics Program
We help to identify and provide comprehensive, coordinated medical care for families that have a hereditary melanoma syndrome.
Merkel Cell Carcinoma Treatment Program
World-renowned specialists and superb resources for diagnosing and staging cancer combined with leading-edge treatment approaches provide personalized care for patients with this rare type of skin cancer.
Pediatric Surgery
The Pediatric Surgery service at MassGeneral Hospital for Children is an international referral center for the complete spectrum of general and thoracic pediatric and neonatal surgical services.
Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Treatment Program
Skin cancer treatment at the internationally renowned Center for Melanoma offers novel therapies for individuals with advanced melanoma.
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Quantity and Characteristics of Waste at a Level I Trauma Center
The purpose of this study was to quantify and describe the amount of waste generated by an Emergency Department, identify deviations from waste policy and explore areas for waste reduction.
The Climate-Smart Emergency Department: A Primer
Our publication keeps health care professionals up to date on the latest research and clinical advances from Mass General.
Research Institute Blog
News and notes from the largest hospital-based research program in the United States
Charged
A podcast devoted to uncovering the stories of Mass General's relentless pursuit to break boundaries and provide exceptional care
Patient Gateway
The Patient Gateway provides secure online access to your health information whenever you need it. Check upcoming appointments, communicate with your doctor’s office, review medications and pay medical bills—all seamlessly online 24/7.