First Lady Jill Biden Recovering After Getting Skin Cancer Lesions Removed

Dr. Jill Biden is recovering from surgery.

On Wednesday (January 11), Dr. Kevin O’Connor, who is the physician to President Joe Biden, revealed that the 71-year-old First Lady is recovering well after having two cancerous lesions removed from above her right eye and her chest.

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“Today, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, First Lady Jill Biden underwent her scheduled outpatient procedure, commonly known as Mohs surgery, to remove and examine a small lesion above her right eye,” Dr. O’Connor shared in a statement.

“The procedure confirmed that the small lesion was basal cell carcinoma. All cancerous tissue was successfully removed, and the margins were clear of any residual skin cancer cells,” Dr. O’Connor continued. “We will monitor the area closely as it heals, but do not anticipate any more procedures will be needed.”

He added, “Further, during her pre-operative consultation, an additional area of concern was identified on the left side of the First Lady’s chest. The appearance of this lesion was consistent with potential basal cell carcinoma. This lesion was also excised utilizing Mohs surgery, and basal cell carcinoma was confirmed. Again, all cancerous tissues was successfully removed, and the margins were clear of any residual skin cancer cells.”

Dr. O’Connor went on to share some details about basal cell carcinoma.

“Basal cell carcinoma lesions do not tend to ‘spread’ or metastasize, as some more serious skin cancers such as melanoma or squamous cell carcinoma are known to do,” Dr. O’Connor explained. “They do, however, have the potential to increase in size, resulting in a more significant issue as well as increased challenges for surgical removal.”

Dr. O’Connor concluded, “As anticipated, the First Lady is experiencing some facial swelling and bruising, but is in good spirits and is feeling well. She will return to the White House later today.”

We’re glad to hear First Lady Jill Biden is doing well after her surgery.