Dermatologic surgery at Centro Dermatológico IDDA in Santiago, Dominican Republic, provides specialized care for skin lesions and tumors. These procedures are led by Dr. Jessica Mercedes Núñez, a dermatologist and surgeon trained in Spain. Most treatments are performed using local anesthesia in a convenient outpatient setting, allowing patients to go home the same day.
Dr. Jessica Mercedes Núñez leads the surgical and oncology services at the clinic. She is a member of the Dominican Society of Dermatology with advanced training from the University of Alcalá. Dr. Núñez focuses on removing skin lesions and performing reconstruction. Her work covers diagnostic, therapeutic, and reconstructive needs. Every procedure begins with a detailed medical history and a medication review. The surgical team uses dermatoscopy when needed to evaluate lesions before the first incision.
The clinic uses several methods to treat skin conditions depending on the size and type of the lesion. These techniques include:
After removing a lesion, the clinic uses specific reconstruction methods. Surgeons may use direct closure, skin grafts, or local flaps to help the skin heal properly. In some cases, the team allows for second-intention healing, where the wound closes naturally over time.
To confirm a diagnosis, the clinic sends all excised tissue for histopathological analysis. This test checks the margins to make sure all unhealthy tissue was removed. Recovery time depends on the location of the surgery and the technique used. Patients receive clear instructions on wound hygiene and suture management. It is important to avoid touching the stitches and to limit physical activity. Dr. Núñez also provides guidance on photoprotection to prevent scarring from sun exposure. You can request a consultation for dermatologic surgery at Centro Dermatológico IDDA through the Bookimed platform.
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The clinic operates through five key service areas:
Dr. Jessica Núñez leads the surgical and oncology services. Her focus is early detection of skin cancer. The clinic manages localized skin cancers through planned surgical excision. Surgeons use flaps and grafts to reconstruct defects after removing a lesion. Most procedures are outpatient with local anesthesia.
For tissue confirmation, the clinic performs several biopsy methods:
The surgical team studies every removed specimen through histopathology. This confirms accurate diagnosis and clear margins.
Dr. Natalie López heads aesthetic services. She focuses on skin quality and volume restoration. The clinic uses Botox® to treat dynamic expression lines on the forehead and around the eyes. Specialists also provide facial rejuvenation using hyaluronic acid, collagen biostimulators, and chemical peels. After a medical evaluation, patients may receive a Hollywood Laser Peel to improve skin texture.
Pediatric dermatology care is available for infants, children, and adolescents. Specialists treat common childhood conditions such as atopic dermatitis, molluscum contagiosum, and juvenile acne. The pediatric team also monitors infant hemangiomas and pigment changes like vitiligo.
The clinic uses high-resolution digital tools to monitor skin health and detect abnormalities early. Specialists perform digital dermatoscopy and mole mapping to track changes in pigmented lesions over time. This helps doctors decide if a mole needs immediate biopsy or regular monitoring.
Trichoscopy is used within the trichology unit to diagnose alopecia subtypes. These include androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata. This imaging examines the scalp and hair shafts at high magnification. For inflammatory conditions like psoriasis, the clinic combines clinical history with microscopic examination of skin samples.
International patients receive care primarily in Spanish. For those who cannot travel for every visit, the clinic offers teleconsultation via WhatsApp. This allows for remote evaluation, treatment planning, and follow-up monitoring. Doctors provide structured aftercare guidance digitally – including wound care instructions and signs of infection to watch for.
The clinic is not accepting new requests
Average answering time – 5 minutes
