Dr. Jay Adams, MD
Dermatologic Surgery,
Dermatopathology,
Mohs Surgery
Medical Expertise of Dr. Jay Adams, MD
Diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, including the use of Mohs micrographic surgery.
About Dr. Jay Adams, MD
Jay Adams, MD is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon providing care to patients in the Carson Nevada area at Carson Dermatology
Dr. Adams recevied specialists training in Dermatopathology (microscopic pathology of skin diseases), Dermatologic Surgery and Mohs Micrographic Surgery.
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Dermatology, Fellow (FAAD)
- American Society of Dermatopathology, Fellow (FASDP)
- American Society of Mohs Surgery, Fellow (ASMS)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- Nevada State Medical Society
- Carson Douglas Medical Association
KEY PROFESSIONAL ACHEIVEMENTS
- Retired LtCol USAF Medical Corps
- Air Force Meritorius Service Medal
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
Conditions Treated
Procedures & Services
Tips & Wisdom
Mohs surgery is a specialized treatment for skin cancers developed by Dr. Frederick Mohs, a general surgeon, in the 1930s. It proved to give a high cure rate for difficult skin cancers and was later adopted and refined primarily by dermatologists who treat the majority of skin cancers in modern medicine. Mohs surgery requires the same physician to act both as surgeon (the removal of tissue) and as pathologist (reading and interpreting the slides to check the lateral and deep margins of ...
Patient Education Resources
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Education & Training
- Undergraduate Degree - Michigan State University East Lansing Michigan. B.S. biochemistry and psychology: magna cum laude
- Medical School- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- Medicine Internship - Tripler Army Medical Center Honolulu, Hawaii
- Dermatology Residency - Wilford Hall United States Air Force Medical Center, Lackland AFB, San Antonio, Texas
- Anatomic Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Residency (AP/CP) - University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Professional Affiliations
Carson Dermatology Skin Cancer Center
Carson Dermatology will work with you to ensure your skin is at its healthiest and free from skin cancer and other common disorders.
With offices in Carson City, NV, and Reno, NV, we provide dermatology services to all surrounding areas, including Sparks, Dayton, Minden, Gardnerville, Fernley, Fallon, North and South Lake Tahoe, Bishop, and Mammoth Lakes.
Carson Dermatology offers skin cancer screenings and treatment of all skin conditions using the most up-to-date, evidence-based medical practices.
Our team of qualified experts will evaluate each patient and provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. Some problems can be fixed quickly with a simple procedure or medicine, while others may require long-term treatment. We are here to support you and ensure you are consistently happy and that your skin remains healthy.
We have served Northern Nevada since 1979 and pride ourselves on our experience and expertise. Every patient that comes into our office, whether for a one-time appointment or recurring treatments, is part of our family, and we make sure that you leave feeling listened to and cared for.
Our specialty lies in our diagnostic accuracy and treatment, and we feel confident that we can give you the best service and the best treatment.
If you have a skin problem you need help with, contact us today and we’ll be happy to set up an appointment for you to come in and see a licensed and experienced dermatologist.