Non-Invasive Diagnosis of Melanoma
December 28, 2023When Orit Markowitz, MD, embarked on her dermatology career years ago, there were limited – if any — treatments available for advanced melanoma. However, thanks to innovative thinking and the relentless dedication of researchers, there’s been a significant expansion in options for melanoma patients. Dr. Markowitz highlighted an exciting development for oncologists—a noteworthy trial has surfaced, demonstrating that the combination of mRNA vaccines with either immunotherapy or potentially targeted therapy could substantially reduce mortality rates among those with advanced melanoma.
While patients eligible for such combined treatments will collaborate closely with an oncologist, Dr. Markowitz emphasized the importance of dermatologists and other healthcare providers being well-informed when working with these patients. She underscored the pivotal role of dermatologists as the “gatekeepers” across various aspects, responsible for early identification of areas of concern and their management. In a captivating interview with Hope Cook, PA-C, on Dermcast.live, Dr. Markowitz delves into additional updates and treatment avenues for melanomas, shedding light on intriguing insights.