Mohs Micrographic
Surgery Specialists

Leading Mohs Surgery Expertise

People facing skin cancer often experience fear, uncertainty, and vulnerability. Beyond the medical diagnosis, there is the concern about scarring, the anxiety over recurrence, and the worry about how treatment will affect your appearance and your life. We understand. We have seen it. And we’re here to guide you through it with expertise, honesty, and genuine care.

At Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery, our mission is to provide exceptional, evidence-based medical treatment using the latest advancements in care. With our fellowship-trained specialists, we prioritize your health, ensuring it receives the highest level of care and precision.

Leading Mohs Surgery Expertise

People facing skin cancer often experience fear, uncertainty, and vulnerability. Beyond the medical diagnosis, there’s the worry about scars, the anxiety about recurrence, and the concern about how treatment will affect your appearance and your life. We get it. We’ve seen it. And we’re here to guide you through it with expertise, honesty, and genuine care.

At Northstar Mohs & Skin Surgery, our mission is to provide top-quality, evidence-based medical treatment using the latest advancements in care. With our fellowship-trained specialists, we prioritize your health, ensuring it receives the highest level of care and precision.

Meet Dr. Amir
Aboutalebi

Dr. Amir is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellowship-trained Mohs, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgeon. With advanced training from Harvard Medical School and Florida State University’s prestigious Mohs Surgery Fellowship, Dr. Aboutalebi specializes in cutaneous oncology and advanced skin cancer treatment. He is committed to excellence in his field, providing compassionate care, and empowering patients through knowledge.

Why you can
trust us

Selecting a surgeon is a significant decision that requires confidence in the clinical expertise of your treating physician and respect for your well-being. Trust isn’t given; it is earned through rigorous training, ongoing education, unwavering ethical practice, and detailed attention to individualized care. These principles guide our work every single day.

We believe in clear, direct communication and unapologetic transparency. We will tell you what you need to know, explain our recommendations and the alternatives available, and invite you to ask your questions. Our goal is to ensure you feel informed, empowered, and supported in making informed decisions about your care.

Voices of Our Patients

“I found everyone to be very friendly in the office. Dr Amir’s assistant was attentive to my needs and comfort. Dr Amir is an excellent surgeon who cares for his patients with compassion, concern and encouragement.”

I feel so fortunate to have found Dr Amir and his wonderful staff. He is a very patient centered physician. He listens, explains and makes sure you understand. As a healthcare professional I seen him and his office staff hitting all the key indicators for quality, compassionate care.

Dr. Aboutalebi and his team are absolute professionals. They go above and beyond to ensure patient comfort and I couldn’t imagine a more positive experience. Every single employee that I spoke with was polite and helpful, even during these stressful times. During surgery, Dr. Aboutalebi took every single precaution possible to ensure the process was clean, painless, and safe. He’s also extremely personable and truly cares about his patients. More importantly, he treats his staff with respect and prioritizes training and educating. I’ll use Northstar Dermatology for anything that ever comes up and I highly recommend you do as well.

Dr. Amir is the finest dermatologist that I have ever met. He knows exactly what is needed to be done and it's always has been a smooth procedure. I'm grateful for the whole team.

The office was bright and very clean as were the exam rooms. Entire staff was pleasant and helpful. Dr. Aboutalebi was personable and professional. Overall, a very, very pleasant experience. I highly recommend.

“Wonderful Doctors and immaculate facility! Everyone from reception desk to nurses, doctors, and checkout staff are professional and incredibly nice. Doctor Amir bedside manners are wonderful and treats you like family. I went there with great pain and felt immediately better after procedure that was done in office with relatively no pain. I do highly recommend them for all dermatology needs.”

What Makes Mohs Surgery Different & Better

Mohs micrographic surgery is the most effective treatment available, and here’s why:

The Highest Cure Rates Available

99% Cure Rate

for primary basal cell carcinomas (BCC) / squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) and 94% cure rate for recurrent skin cancers.

Smaller Surgical Wounds

by removing only the cancerous tissue and preserving as much healthy skin as possible.

Immediate Results

with tissue examined under a microscope during the procedure to ensure all cancer is removed before you leave.

Outpatient Procedure

with local anesthesia, allowing you to return home the same day.

Gold Standard

for high-risk skin cancers, skin cancers in cosmetically sensitive areas, and recurrent tumors. Superior to conventional excision, radiation, or other treatments.

The Mohs Procedure:
What to Expect

Before Your Procedure

We’ll discuss your diagnosis, review the surgical plan, answer all your questions, and ensure you feel completely informed and comfortable. We’ll photograph and map the surgical site for our records.

During the Procedure

This procedure involves removing the visible skin cancer and a thin layer of surrounding tissue under local anesthesia. The removed tissue is carefully mapped, processed, and examined under a microscope to check all margins. If any cancer remains, only the affected areas are re-excised in additional stages, with short waiting periods between them. Once all margins are clear, reconstruction is performed using the most appropriate method—such as side-to-side closure, local flaps, or skin grafts—to restore both function and appearance.

After Your Procedure

Most patients return to normal activities within 1-2 weeks. We provide detailed aftercare instructions, pain is typically minimal and well-controlled, and we’re available to answer questions throughout your recovery.

Our Commitment: Healing, Restoring, Empowering

We heal your cancer. We restore your confidence. We empower you with knowledge about prevention and surveillance. 

We recognize that skin is everyday; it’s how you present yourself to the world and how you experience the world around you. When skin cancer threatens that, we don’t just treat the disease. We preserve your identity, protect your confidence, and ensure you can get back to living your life.