Dr.
Spates’ research focuses on metastatic skin cancer
and diagnostic techniques. He has published widely and presented
his findings at numerous medical conferences. In addition,
he has written textbook chapters on melanoma and nonmelanoma
skin cancer for primary care physicians. Dr. Spates, considered
one of the country’s most talented cutaneous surgeons,
is on the faculty for the Scripps Clinic in San Diego, teaching
courses about cutaneous surgery. At The Dermatology Group,
his work includes both skin cancer treatment and cosmetic
surgery.