Melanie A. Clark, MD
Assistant Professor
Location
- Skin Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
- 8800 West Doyne Ave.
- Milwaukee, WI 53226
Specialties
- Dermatology
Skin Cancer Center
My goal for each patient I see is to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment with a personalized care plan to fit the unique needs of each individual. I believe in involving my patients in discussions about treatment options so they may be active participants in their care plan.
Overview
Diseases and Conditions
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancers
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Atypical Fibroxanthoma
- Sebaceous Carcinoma
- Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Mucinous Carcinoma
Treatments and Services
- Dermatologic Surgery
- Melanoma Surgery
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery
- Photodynamic Therapy
- Nail Surgery
- Skin Growth Removal
- Virtual Visit
Patients Ages Seen
- Adult
- Senior
Languages
- English
Board Certifications
- Dermatology
- Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
Clinic Locations
Skin Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
- 8800 West Doyne Ave.
- Milwaukee, WI 53226
- (414) 805-5361
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Biography
Dr. Melanie A. Clark is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. She has training and expertise in the comprehensive care of skin cancer patients with an emphasis on surgical treatment and reconstruction. Dr. Clark is trained to treat both common and rare cutaneous malignancies and has an interest in treating complex high-risk skin cancers in immunosuppressed patients. She treats patients with melanoma, non-melanoma skin cancer, benign neoplasms of the skin, and nail disease requiring nail surgery.
Dr. Clark graduated summa cum laude from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with a degree in molecular and cellular biology. She received her medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. Dr. Clark completed her dermatology residency at Northwestern University McGaw Medical Center in Chicago, IL where she served as chief resident in her final year of training. Dr. Clark completed her fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, OH.
Dr. Clark has authored numerous publications and is actively involved in several professional societies within the field of dermatology and dermatologic surgery.
Education and Training
Doctor of Medicine - University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine - Chicago, IL (2012)
Fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology - Cleveland Clinic - Cleveland, OH (2016-2017)
Residency in Dermatology - Northwestern University-McGaw Medical Center - Chicago, IL (2013-2016)
Publications
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(Mazmudar RS, Fazio J, Garland K, Tripathi R, Clark M, Olasz E, Bordeaux JS, Scott JF.) J Am Acad Dermatol. 2021 11;85(5):1290-1293 PMID: 32896594 SCOPUS ID: 2-s2.0-85115179257 09/09/2020
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(Smith SDB, Clarke CN, Clark MA, Harker-Murray AK, Sokumbi O.) Am J Dermatopathol. 2021 08 01;43(8):585-587 PMID: 33534208 SCOPUS ID: 2-s2.0-85112126051 02/04/2021
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Evaluating the Utility of Routine Imaging in Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Nail Unit.
(Clark MA, Filitis D, Samie FH, Piliang M, Knackstedt TJ.) Dermatol Surg. 2020 11;46(11):1375-1381 PMID: 32106119 SCOPUS ID: 2-s2.0-85094931635 02/28/2020
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Vulvar basal cell carcinoma arising in the setting of repeated perilamp exposure.
(McEnery-Stonelake ME, Clark MA, Vidimos AT.) JAAD Case Rep. 2020 Feb;6(2):103-105 PMID: 32016151 PMCID: PMC6992888 02/06/2020
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Pyoderma gangrenosum of the vulva treated with mycophenolate mofetil and infliximab.
(Sadowsky LM, Clark MA, Schlosser BJ.) Dermatol Ther. 2019 05;32(3):e12905 PMID: 30964575 SCOPUS ID: 2-s2.0-85065256619 04/10/2019
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Repair of a Multisubunit Defect of the Earlobe, Preauricular Skin, and Superolateral Neck.
(Pelster MW, Clark MA, Yoo S.) Dermatol Surg. 2017 05;43 Suppl 1:S122-S125 PMID: 28263197 03/07/2017
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Clusters of Painful Blue Papules.
(Yoon DY, Clark MA, Rodriguez HE.) JAMA Dermatol. 2016 12 01;152(12):1379-1380 PMID: 27557402 08/25/2016
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(Clark MA, Yoo SS, Kundu RV.) Dermatol Surg. 2016 May;42(5):696-8 PMID: 27054445 04/08/2016
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Limited Evidence for Antiseptics and Antibiotics in Surgical Wounds Healing
(Allison Vidimos RPh, MD, Melanie Clark MD.) Practice Update. 10/12/2016
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Eruptive keratoacanthomatous atypical squamous proliferations (KASPs) arising in skin graft sites.
(Clark MA, Guitart J, Gerami P, Marks BR, Amin S, Yoo SS.) JAAD Case Rep. 2015 Sep;1(5):274-6 PMID: 27051751 PMCID: PMC4809229 04/07/2016
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Impact of warm versus cold ischemia on renal function following partial nephrectomy.
(Eggener SE, Clark MA, Shikanov S, Smith B, Kaag M, Russo P, Wheat JC, Wolf JS Jr, Matin SF, Huang WC, Harel M, Cambio J, Shalhav AL, Raman JD.) World J Urol. 2015 Mar;33(3):351-7 PMID: 24817142 05/13/2014
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Chronic kidney disease before and after partial nephrectomy.
(Clark MA, Shikanov S, Raman JD, Smith B, Kaag M, Russo P, Wheat JC, Wolf JS Jr, Matin SF, Huang WC, Shalhav AL, Eggener SE.) J Urol. 2011 Jan;185(1):43-8 PMID: 21074205 11/16/2010