Advanced Dermatologic Surgery & Ambulatory Surgery Center
Our Specialties
Dermatology Services & Ambulatory Surgery Center of Overland Park
At Advanced Dermatologic Surgery we offer cutting-edge services performed by one of the world's leading experts in dermatology, skin cancer, and MOHS surgery. Our triple board-certified, Harvard and Mayo Clinic - trained dermatologic surgeon and his all-star team are honored to serve the entire greater Kansas City metro area.
Accepting New Patients!*
We are now accepting patients who currently do not have a dermatologist.
*Business days only. Some skin cancers require additional time for complete removal and repair. Our Mohs surgeons will discuss the best treatment options with you.
ABOUT US
Thomas L.H. Hocker, MD
Harvard Medical School Trained
Recipient of Mayo Clinic's Harold O. Perry Most Outstanding Scholar
Our triple board-certified, Harvard-trained Mohs and Reconstructive surgeon is an expert in ALL aspects of your care. Dr. Hocker diagnoses and treats some of the most challenging and rare skin cancer cases in the country, and is an internationally invited expert and lecturer on these topics.
A Specialized, World-Class Melanoma & Skin Cancer Practice
Dr. Hocker is one of the most experienced melanoma Mohs surgeons in the world, performing approximately 300 melanoma Mohs cases per year — more melanoma Mohs surgery than most academic dermatologic-surgery departments report across entire multi-year published series. Mohs surgery examines 100% of the surgical margin and offers an exceptionally high cure rate for appropriately selected skin cancers. We track our outcomes closely — see the charts on our Evidence & Outcomes page.
99.78%
Cure Rate
Exceptionally High Cure Rate — Mohs surgery offers among the highest cure rates available for common skin cancers.
3x Lower
Recurrence Risk
Margin-Controlled Precision — Mohs checks the complete surgical margin during the procedure, which is associated with low recurrence rates.
~300
Annual Mohs Cases
More melanoma Mohs surgery per year than many large academic centers report across entire published series.
NOW OFFERING
Private & VIP Services
Care Designed Around You
Advanced Dermatologic Surgery offers Private Services for patients seeking a more personalized and discreet care experience for skin cancer evaluation and treatment.
This option provides priority access, extended consultations, enhanced privacy, and streamlined coordination of care, all delivered by the same expert surgical team, including Dr. Hocker.
Trusted by Patients. Backed by 1,700+ verified Google reviews
Top rated, board-certified Harvard trained surgeon & dermatologist.
Patients consistently choose Advanced Dermatologic Surgery for expert-led care, exceptional outcomes, and a patient experience that puts comfort, clarity, and confidence first.
"By far the best experience I have ever encountered in a medical facility. Dr. Hocker was professional, very personable, and thorough in all aspects. All the staff treated me with respect and kindness at all times. I could easily recommend this facility to my family and closest friends. And everyone else. A truly positive remarkable experience."
Tom B.
"Any diagnosis that includes the “c” word is scary. In that moment you need a partner who understands the battle you’re up against and the weapons necessary to fight. Advanced Dermatologic Surgery successfully brings both together in a winning combination to help you win that battle... I cannot endorse this team more highly. As they said after my procedure, “You walked in today with cancer - and leaving cancer free!” I can’t think of a greater outcome or a better experience."
Tim D.
*Individual results vary; patient experiences are not a guarantee of outcome.
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