Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) has long been recognized for its exceptional cure rates, delivering 99% five‑year cure rates for patients who depend on precise margin control and real‑time histologic evaluation. Yet for surgeons, it can get tricky to streamline procedures, reduce bottlenecks and enhance diagnostic confidence without compromising the reputable quality or patient experience of MMS.
Today, live telemicroscopy is becoming a huge asset for seeing what’s possible inside a Mohs suite by enabling collaboration and accelerating throughput across every stage of the procedure.
A Smarter, Faster Mohs Workflow
Due to Mohs surgery’s repetitive nature, surgeons may move between the patient, the histology lab and the microscope dozens of times per day. These inevitable transitions can slow down the schedule, extend procedure time and delay care for subsequent cases.
At Mikroscan, we understand that workflows can get stuck in a rocky cycle that may be hard to break, so we created the L5, a compact, ultra‑high‑resolution telemicroscopy system.
In Live Telemicroscopy Mode, the L5 operates as a fully functional remote‑controlled robotic microscope equipped with five high‑quality objectives and full control over navigation, focus and illumination. Instead of walking back and forth to histology, surgeons can review slides from any high‑resolution monitor in the practice or remotely while the histologist prepares and loads the next specimen.
This streamlined workflow can improve the Mohs surgeon’s and histologist’s turnaround times by up to 50%. That efficiency translates into more predictable schedules, smoother patient flow and a more efficient experience for everyone involved.
Designed for the Realities of Mohs Histology
Mohs labs are notoriously tight on space. Cryostats, staining stations, slide dryers and documentation tools fill every inch of countertop. The L5 was also built with this reality in mind.
Mikroscan’s small footprint arrives ready out‑of‑the‑box. It’s lightweight, compact and intuitive to use, making it an easy addition to even the smallest Mohs suites. Image quality is paramount in frozen section interpretation, with the L5 delivering excellent image quality Mohs surgeons can rely on day after day.
What’s Possible with the L5
1. Better Documentation for Better Quality Measures
Documentation is an important part of Mohs practice management. Surgeons must correlate findings, capture regions of interest and ensure appropriate use of Mohs surgery codes. The L5 makes it easier to complete all those tasks with built‑in tools for annotations, snapshots and case documentation.
These capabilities support quality measures, streamline charting and create a clear visual record that can be shared with referrers, subspecialists and within internal teams.
2. Real‑Time Collaboration with Dermatopathologists
Even the most experienced Mohs surgeons encounter challenging cases with histologic simulants, inflammatory patterns, unusual tumors or ambiguous margins. Traditionally, consulting a dermatopathologist meant sending images and waiting for a callback, which can delay the patient’s procedure.
With the L5, consultation becomes immediate.
Surgeons can consult live with dermatopathologists from anywhere, reducing the risk of misdiagnosis and avoiding unnecessary reoperations. This capability is especially valuable for cases beyond basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, where same‑day excision of pre-cancers may be possible without requiring the patient to return.
The ability to share live, high‑resolution images ensures that surgeons have the support they need when cases become complex.
3. Patient Satisfaction Through Efficiency and Confidence
Patients undergoing Mohs surgery value speed and reassurance with clear answers. The L5 directly supports these priorities by reducing wait times, minimizing callbacks and improving diagnostic accuracy.
When patients spend less time waiting and more time receiving definitive care, they lay their future care and trust with the practice and its clinicians.
4. A Competitive Advantage for Growing Mohs Practices
In a competitive dermatology market, practices that deliver faster procedures and more consistent outcomes stand out. Mikroscan can help your practice create that advantage with:
- Increased throughput: Shorter procedure times and improved workflow efficiency
- Enhanced referrals: Better documentation, stronger collaboration and higher patient satisfaction
These benefits strengthen clinical operations but also support practice growth.
Fast Payback and Long‑Term Value
Mohs surgery can be a lucrative practice, quickly recovering their advanced technology investments. For high‑volume practices, the return on investment can be fast and steady.
When combined with improved diagnostic confidence and better patient outcomes, the ultimate ROI for your practice becomes impossible to ignore.
A Trusted Partner for Mohs Surgeons
Mikroscan is ready to help you keep delivering exceptional Mohs care. With its small footprint, intuitive design, high‑quality imaging and reliable support, the L5 empowers surgeons to deliver the highest standard of care.
For Mohs surgeons who seek to elevate their practice, streamline workflow and enhance diagnostic confidence, connect with us today and request a demo.
