So, they just punched a divot in my upper arm...

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...and they'll let me know what the biopsy says in a week or so. Meanwhile, I have some black nylon thread sticking out of me.

The whole experience was kind of a pain, particularly as the dermatologist was brusque and offhand, the assistant was cold, and the administrative staff looked like they clearly felt I wasn't pretty or vain enough to grace their office.

I did notice that all the staff were young, female, thin, and distant, and that botox info featured prominently in the examining room. I guess maybe they mostly deal with cosmetic surgery?

Hmmm. Perhaps I should go find another dermatologist. Any pointers?

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[mmeubiquitous.livejournal.com]

Yikes! I hope it turns out ok :(

There is a group of dermatologists that I went to back in December for a mole check that seemed good...I don't remember their names, but they work out of the Caritas St. Elizabeth group, and they're located in Brighton...I don't think there are many dermatologists there, but I can dig out the info if there are multiple dermatology offices at Caritas.

[r-ness.livejournal.com]

Yikes! I hope it turns out ok :(

Oh, I'm not wildly concerned. As I said, I get all kinds of things checked out because of family history. But thanks for the good wishes!

I'll check into the group you mentioned. Thanks for the pointer!

[mmeubiquitous.livejournal.com]

As I said, I get all kinds of things checked out because of family history.

I can understand that, seeing as I have some skin cancer in my family, too...better safe than sorry :)

Incidentally, the doctor's name I was referred to was Rita Berman...I didn't actually see her, but the guy in the group I did see (Brian Selkin, I think) was very nice.