We are The Melanoma &
Skin Cancer Institute
Working towards a future without skin cancer…
The Melanoma & Skin Cancer Institute is a medical oncology practice and research institute focusing solely on treating patients diagnosed with melanoma and other types of skin cancers via in-person and telehealth consultation.
Based in Denver, CO, and led by Dr. Ryan Weight, our team takes pride in helping patients and their families understand the disease process in order to make informed decisions that fit their personal goals.
We accept major insurances including Medicare and Medicaid, and work with all patients to ensure that they receive the highest quality care.
Meet Dr. Ryan Weight
Founder & Lead Physician
A well-known expert in the skin cancer field, Dr. Weight has a reputation for the sincerity and quality of his patient care, and his first priority is to create meaningful relationships with anyone under his treatment.
Every new patient sits down for an extended meeting with Dr. Weight at their first visit to discuss their diagnosis and their specific plan.
"I enjoy taking care of patients diagnosed with skin cancer. My passion is in the research and treatment of skin cancers such as melanoma, and I provide specialized care to patients diagnosed with these conditions, past or present.”
Dr. Weight practices on the cutting edge of medicine, having co-authored practice-changing clinical trials in melanoma and providing patients access to life-saving treatments through these and other clinical studies.
-
Dr. Weight’s medical degree was conferred by Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. He received his post-graduate training in Philadelphia, PA, completing residency at Drexel University and fellowship training in hematology and medical oncology at Thomas Jefferson University.
Dr. Weight has served as a faculty member at Thomas Jefferson University and the University of Colorado. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Medical Oncology. Dr. Weight presents nationally on the subject of melanoma and skin cancer.
-
B.S. - Biomedical Engineering, University of Missouri
M.S. - Biomedical Engineering, University of Missouri
D.O. - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Residency - Internal Medicine, Drexel University School of Medicine, Philadelphia
Fellowship - Medical Oncology and Hematology, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia
Dr. Weight has a background in Biomedical Engineering, having received his undergraduate and graduate degrees in this discipline. It was Biomedical Engineering that led Dr. Weight into the field of melanoma and skin cancer. During his graduate studies he developed and patented a novel mechanism for detecting circulating melanoma cells in the human bloodstream.
-
In addition to national speaking engagements on melanoma and skin cancer, Dr. Weight regularly conducts and publishes his own research, which is available here on PubMed.
Meet the Team
We don’t just treat our patients like people, we treat them as friends, and this personal approach extends to the quality of care we provide and the thought we put into coordinating your treatment.
Every member of our team brings their own unique talents and depth of experience in the healthcare and oncology fields when caring for our patients.
In addition to Dr. Weight, here are the people you will get to know as part of your treatment:
-
Director of Clinical Operations
“We place patients at the very center of the care we provide and I want them to feel educated and involved in every step of their journey. As an oncology nurse my priority is establishing a connection with patients so they always feel supported by our practice.”
Consuelo has spent her nursing career focused on the care of oncology patients. As an undergraduate student at the University of Northern Colorado, she volunteered as a research assistant at the UNC Cancer Rehabilitation Institute. Providing direct patient care became her goal and she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Colorado in 2005.
As a registered nurse, she has provided both inpatient and infusion care at St. Joseph’s and Lutheran Medical Center. Working in cancer research was also a strong interest and Consuelo has held positions as Clinical Coordinator for oncology groups in Colorado and Nevada. She has also spent time working in managed care and pharma with a focus on clinical education for oncology service lines and products.
Consuelo has completed her Masters of Science in Nursing, become a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner, and serves as an active board member for the Western States Cancer Research NCORP and as president elect of the Metro Denver Oncology Nursing Society.
-
Medical Office Specialist
Breanna Wilson has spent her medical career focused on providing patient care that exceeds the accustomed patient care practices. She is an experienced professional who is knowledgeable in the clinical operations of nursing homes, hospice, and more recently family practice.
In the last seven years she has advanced her skills in medical administrative roles including expanding a medical practice using policy analysis, finance, accounting, budgeting, human resources, marketing, and information technology.
Breanna is BLS/CPR certified. She obtained her Associates Degree in medical assisting and business at the Institute of Business and Medical Careers. She is currently working towards her Bachelor Degree in practice management and business at CareerSteps Institute.
Breanna’s passion has grown through applying her medical office skill set to the field of oncology with the goal of providing transparent care and synergy that patients deserve in their everyday lives.
-
Medical Assistant
"My daily goal is to treat patients like family members. Interacting with patients is my favorite part of the job."
Originally from San Clemente, CA, Becky graduated from California State University - Chico and started a software sales career in Colorado. After her parents got sick, she moved home and began to develop an interest in the medical field.
It was getting her degree in Medical Assisting at Saddleback College where she found her mission in life. Becky has worked with patients in many aspects of medicine, including primary care, dermatology, neurology, renal care, and now oncology.
She loves to read, hike, and play with the pets, and she is an avid sports fan, supporting teams from her home state of CA as well as her new home in CO.
If you are a talented oncologist interested in working with patients diagnosed with skin cancer, please reach out.
Our Incredible Partners
We partner with The Sarah Cannon Research Institute to offer clinical trials tailored to melanoma and skin cancer patients, including early phase and first-in-human clinical trials.
Working with the Colorado Melanoma Foundation allows us to provide skin cancer resources to the community through The Sun Bus program.
We also incorporate a team of highly skilled medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists and other experienced healthcare professionals to consult on your cancer treatment through our Skin Cancer tumor board, and we provide anti-cancer treatment in a comfortable and soothing environment.
