Mayfield Heights, OH – (April 16, 2024) – It is estimated that over 100,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with melanoma in 2024 alone. The team at Apex Skin is looking to help decrease this risk by offering FREE skin screenings in honor of Melanoma Monday. On Monday, May 6th, 2024, NEO community members can make an appointment to receive a complimentary skin check at any of Apex’s 14 locations.
Melanoma Monday occurs every year on the first Monday of May, which is also recognized as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. The goal is to bring awareness to a preventable disease, encourage the public to get annual skin exams, and to educate on the warning signs of skin cancer.
Dr. Garcia-Zuazaga, the founder and president of Apex Skin, stresses the importance of early detection, saying, “Regular skin cancer checks are lifesaving. Skin cancer is extremely common, but also extremely curable if caught early. I always tell patients to get their skin checked no matter their age, ethnicity, or any other risk factor.”
This event is near and dear to the Apex team, as their mission is to provide access to dermatology in our community. “We are the experts at detecting and treating skin cancer,” says Dr. Garcia. “Every year at this event, we diagnose people who otherwise wouldn’t know they were living with skin cancer. And on Melanoma Monday, if there is anything else that’s stopping you, like a copay or not having health insurance, this is your opportunity to get the potentially lifesaving skin check you need.”
Apex Skin FREE skin screenings are open to the public. You do not have to be a current patient of the practice to participate. To best serve as many patients as possible, they will be offering these screenings at all 14 of their locations. Appointments are suggested to avoid any wait times, but walk-ins may also be accommodated.
Apex Skin was founded by Dr. Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga to offer rapid access to excellent dermatological care. Apex Skin is now the premier physician-owned and locally managed dermatology practice in Northeast Ohio, specializing in medical, surgical, and aesthetic dermatology. With 14 locations, same-day appointments, short wait times, and a staff that prioritizes patient experience, Apex Skin is the best option for any skincare needs.