Global Clinical & Aesthetic Dermatology Conference 2026

Presenter: Carl H Manstein
Specialty: Plastic Surgery
Location: Huntingdon Valley, United States
Title: Simple Surgical Treatments for Cancers of the Scalp

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🧴 Understanding Scalp Skin Cancers

Cancers of the scalp — including both melanoma and non-melanoma types — are increasing in frequency, largely due to prolonged sun exposure and cumulative actinic damage. As outdoor activity rises, so does ultraviolet-induced skin malignancy.

Surgical excision remains the gold standard treatment, traditionally followed by reconstruction using local rotation flaps. However, flap reconstruction can be extensive and invasive.

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🔪 A Simpler Surgical Approach

Dr. Manstein presents over 30 years of clinical experience using two straightforward reconstructive techniques:

1️⃣ Healing by Secondary Intention

• Ideal for defects smaller than 4 cm
• Minimal long-term disfigurement
• Avoids complex flap procedures

2️⃣ Thin Full-Thickness Skin Graft

• Suitable for defects up to 8 cm
• Acceptable cosmetic outcome
• Can be performed under local anesthesia
• Outpatient-based procedure

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📊 Clinical Experience & Outcomes

Over three decades, Dr. Manstein has treated 58 patients using non-flap reconstruction — even in cases with possible periosteal involvement.

With appropriate patient selection and careful pre-operative counseling, these techniques have proven to be:

✔️ Safe
✔️ Effective
✔️ Time-efficient
✔️ Less invasive

This approach minimizes surgical complexity while maintaining excellent oncologic and cosmetic outcomes.

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👨‍⚕️ About the Speaker

Dr. Carl H Manstein is a board-certified plastic surgeon, certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He completed his plastic surgery residency at Duke University and serves on the voluntary teaching staff at Temple University in the Department of Plastic Surgery.

He has also participated in international humanitarian missions, including work with Operation Smile.

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🌍 Join the Global Dermatology Community

Event: Global Clinical & Aesthetic Dermatology Conference
📅 October 26–28, 2026
📍 Boston, Massachusetts, United States & Online

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