desertdweller

I know this is an old post, but has anyone got any actual scientific evidence that the practice of digging into an old, stable,congenital mole, and finding evidence of essentially 0-stage melanoma results in improved survivability, or even statistical survivability that is as good as simply not disturbing it in the first place?

Been there, and see no evidence that awards in dermatology indicate a conscientious dermatologist.  

You shouldn't have to explain to a dermatologist how to provide to an acceptable standard of care.  I wouldn't give her a second chance.