Understanding a melanoma diagnosis and making the best decisions about your treatment, or that of a loved one, can seem daunting. That’s why the team at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health carefully and compassionately guides you through the process, helping you understand your options every step of the way. Together, we develop personalized plan best suited to your needs.

Types of Melanoma

Our specialists evaluate, diagnose and treat all types of melanoma:

We also treat non-melanoma skin cancers, including squamous cell skin cancer, basal cell skin cancer, and Merkel cell carcinoma.

Part of Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center

Our team of experts works together, and in close collaboration with colleagues at Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center, meeting weekly to discuss every patient’s unique case. That means you have the dual benefit of close-to-home care, and access to the newest therapies through clinical trials and academic level research.

Experienced, Caring Specialists

Our multidisciplinary team consists of clinicians and supportive services staff members that help assure the best possible experience for every patient. Meet our Melanoma Team

Clinical Team

  • Plastic and cosmetic surgeons
  • Dermatopathologists
  • Hematologists/oncologists
  • Radiation oncologists
  • Nurse navigator
  • Community dermatologists

Support Team

  • Social workers
  • Dietitians
  • Financial services professionals
  • Chaplains
  • Lymphedema clinic staff

Request an Appointment for Melanoma Care 

To make an appointment at the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, call 717-544-9400 or request an appointment using our online form.

In This Section

Eye (Ocular) Melanoma

We work with other experts to treat ocular melanoma, the most common type of eye cancer that begins in melanocytes in the eyes.

Melanoma Skin Cancer

Melanoma is an aggressive skin cancer that forms from melanocytes and requires early detection of cancerous moles and other symptoms.

Mucosal Melanoma

We bring together expertise from several fields of medicine to find, diagnose and treat mucosal melanoma, using the latest diagnostic tests and treatment methods for this rare cancer.

Metastatic Melanoma

Melanoma that has metastasized or spread beyond draining lymph nodes is considered stage IV melanoma.

Meet the Team

Our melanoma team includes top cancer oncologists, plastic surgeons and a nurse navigator. They work together to provide complete care tailored to you.

Clinical Trials and Research

We take part in large, national clinical trials and stay on top of the latest advances in cancer research, including new and promising therapies.

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