Patient Resources
The following documents and references are recommended for patients with recently diagnosed MCC.
Click here to download the patient handout for Merkel cell carcinoma
Click here to view a patient-oriented overview of Merkel cell carcinoma featured in JAMA Dermatology
Click here for information about assistance with travel costs associated with MCC treatment
The authoritative source on Merkel cell carcinoma.
Last updated:
May 8, 2023
About the Disease
- What is a Merkel cell?
- What is Merkel cell carcinoma?
- Symptoms & appearance of Merkel cell carcinoma
- Causes of Merkel cell carcinoma
Testing & Diagnosis
Created in partnership with:
Seattle Multidisciplinary MCC Team, University of Washington MCC Research, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance/Skin Cancer