A Complete Skin Cancer Program on Long Island
For many basal and squamous cell skin cancers, evaluation, biopsy, Mohs surgery, and reconstruction can be coordinated through one practice — by physicians who work together every day, often without a referral to another facility.
Comparative “only” statements reflect a competitive-practice review based on publicly available practice websites and physician directories, reviewed August 2026.
Skin Cancer Experience, by the Numbers
Figures are from Belaray's own clinical records. See the full breakdown and methodology on our Clinical Insights page.
Your Skin Cancer Team
Dual board-certified Mohs surgeon & co-founder (Hicksville)
Dual board-certified Mohs surgeon (Stony Brook)
Dual board-certified Mohs surgeon (both offices)
Oculofacial plastic surgeon — same-visit reconstruction around the eye (Hicksville)
Skin Cancers & Conditions We Treat
- Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) — the most common skin cancers, treated with Mohs surgery for the highest cure rates. See BCC vs. SCC.
- Facial, nose, ear, and lip skin cancers — where Mohs surgery preserves the most healthy tissue. See facial Mohs surgery.
- Eyelid & periocular skin cancers — Mohs removal by a Belaray Mohs surgeon, with same-visit reconstruction by oculofacial surgeon Dr. Rachel Ellis when appropriate. See Mohs & oculoplastic reconstruction.
- Actinic keratoses (precancers) — treated before they can progress. See actinic keratosis.
- Atypical moles & melanoma screening — full-body exams and mole checks. See mole removal and how to check your skin.
Learn More About Skin Cancer & Mohs Surgery
Skin Cancer Center — Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get Mohs surgery on Long Island?
Belaray Dermatology performs Mohs micrographic surgery at its Hicksville (Nassau County) and Stony Brook (Suffolk County) offices. Belaray is the only Long Island dermatology practice with three dual board-certified Mohs surgeons on staff and performs more than 2,200 Mohs surgeries a year.
What types of skin cancer does Belaray treat?
Belaray diagnoses and treats basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and precancerous actinic keratoses, and screens for and coordinates care for melanoma. Mohs micrographic surgery is used for basal and squamous cell cancers, especially on the face and other high-risk sites.
Does Belaray perform reconstruction after skin cancer removal?
Yes. When reconstruction is appropriate, tumor removal and wound repair are completed the same day at both offices, and some smaller wounds are intentionally allowed to heal naturally by secondary intention. For skin cancers around the eye, Dr. Rachel Ellis performs same-visit oculofacial plastic reconstruction — a combination available together nowhere else in the Tri-State Area.
How do I know if I need Mohs surgery?
Mohs surgery is typically recommended for biopsy-confirmed basal or squamous cell carcinomas on the face, ears, nose, lips, and other cosmetically or functionally sensitive areas, and for large, recurrent, or aggressive tumors. Your dermatologist will advise whether Mohs is appropriate after examining and biopsying the lesion.
Is skin cancer treatment covered by insurance?
Belaray accepts most major insurance plans at both the Hicksville and Stony Brook offices. Call either office to verify your specific coverage before scheduling.
Schedule a Skin Cancer Evaluation
Worried about a spot, or referred for Mohs surgery? Reach either office directly, or book online.