Global Expertise, Hometown Care.

When choosing a specialist for skin cancer treatment, experience matters. High-volume Mohs programs develop refined techniques, efficient workflows, and reliable, coordinated reconstruction procedures. At ADS, under the leadership of Thomas L. Hocker, MD—Harvard and Mayo‑trained, triple board‑certified, and among the top three worldwide by melanoma Mohs volume (2,400+ cases)—patients receive margin‑controlled surgery and same‑day reconstruction in our certified ambulatory surgical center with exceptionally low infection rates.

The Significance of High Mohs Volume

Mohs surgery is the most effective technique for removing many basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas. Because the surgeon maps, removes, and reads tissue margins in real time, high‑frequency practice sharpens judgment at every step:

• Proven expertise – Performing Mohs regularly builds fluency with complex tumor patterns and challenging anatomic sites.
  
• Streamlined care – Efficient, well‑rehearsed processes reduce time in the office and improve comfort.
  
• Advanced reconstruction – Frequent exposure to complex wounds enhances the ability to deliver durable, natural‑looking repairs.
  
• Continuous quality improvement – High‑volume teams rigorously review outcomes, reinforcing best practices and safety.
  
  

At ADS, in‑house histology and, when appropriate, melanoma immunostaining support precise margin assessment.

Dr. Thomas Hocker: Double Fellowship‑Trained, Triple Board‑Certified

Dr. Hocker brings years of specialized training, a unique combination of clinical dermatology and dermatopathology expertise, and thousands of successful Mohs procedures to every case. As Founding Director of Dermatologic Surgery at UMKC, he teaches the next generation while continually refining our program’s protocols to keep patients safe and comfortable.

Why Patients Choose ADS

Our commitment goes beyond numbers—we deliver excellent outcomes with compassionate care:

• Highest cure rates available for many NMSC when treated with Mohs.
  
• Same‑day reconstruction to reduce repeat visits and downtime.
  
• A certified ambulatory surgical center for hospital‑level safety in a calming outpatient environment.
  
• Personalized plans based on your diagnosis, goals, and lifestyle.
  
• Exceptionally low infection rates supported by careful technique and after‑care.
  
  

Melanoma Priority Access: treatment ≤30 days; ≤14 days if high‑risk (insurance dependent).

Experience you can trust—clear margins, careful reconstruction, confident healing.