Ross I.S. Zbar, MD, FACS
Skin Cancer

The incidence of skin cancer is on the rise.  If you have a skin cancer, consider having a nationally recognized leader in the field treat you. 

  • Nonmelanoma Cutaneous Carcinoma
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  • Melanoma
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    Various types of cutaneous carcinomas

    An expert in the field...

    Dr Zbar has written extensively on skin cancers.  He works closely with dermatologists, pathologists and oncologists.  Wouldn't you want an expert on your team?

    Dr Zbar was named the Director of the newly launched Center for Cutaneous Oncology and Melanoma at Mountainside Hospital; a recognition of his achievements in this field.


    Some skin cancers only require excision; whereas others should have margin control or the Mohs technique.  To learn more about these issues, please visit the American Society of Board Certified Plastic Surgeons.

    Reconstruction of the skin defect is important.  Please visit Dr Zbar to see his many before and after photographs.

    Dr Zbar has published many manuscripts regarding skin cancer.

    Zbar RIS and Canady J. Nonmelanoma Facial Skin Malignancy. Plastic Recon Surg 2008; 121(1S) MOC-PS CME Collection:1-9.


    Zbar RIS. “Skin Tumors I: Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinoma” in Selected Readings in Plastic Surgery, Volume 10, Number 3, Part I, 2004.


    Zbar RIS and Cottel WI.  “Skin Tumors I: Basal Cell Carcinoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma” in Selected Readings in Plastic Surgery, Volume 9, Number 5, 2000.