Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana

What Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana does

The Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana (LASSI), founded in 1998 by Dr. C. William Hanke, is a single-site dermatology and dermatologic surgery practice headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, operating from a state-of-the-art, AAAHC-accredited outpatient facility at 8925 N. Meridian St. The practice is structured around a medical dermatology core, with Dr. Hanke's Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer as its flagship clinical offering, supplemented by general medical dermatology (acne, eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, hair loss) and a broad cosmetic menu including BOTOX and dermal fillers, fractional and pulsed-dye lasers, HydraFacial, microneedling, Morpheus8, tumescent liposuction, sclerotherapy, and weight-loss injections. Revenue is generated through insurance-reimbursed medical procedures, out-of-pocket cosmetic services, and a clinical research division conducting Phase II-IV trials for pharmaceutical and device manufacturers. The practice also hosts an ACGME-accredited Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship in partnership with Ascension St. Vincent Hospital, training two fellows per year. Following a 2023 capacity expansion, the clinical team comprises three board-certified dermatologists (Dr. Hanke plus Dr. Beth Brogan and Dr. Terrance Brogan), three physician assistants, three licensed aestheticians, two histotechnologists, two clinical research staff, and additional support staff, totaling 38 employees. The LASSI Skin sub-brand provides aesthetics services under dermatologist supervision, and the practice sells medical-grade skincare (Epionce, Jan Marini, Colorescience) and Latisse as in-clinic adjuncts. Marketing is driven by physician reputation, patient referrals, community events, and educational content rather than paid acquisition. The practice is founder-owned, privately held, with no disclosed external investment or parent company.

Name

Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana

Legal name

Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana, LLC

Website

https://thelassi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana (LASSI) is a founder-owned, AAAHC-accredited dermatology and dermatologic surgery practice in Indianapolis offering Mohs micrographic surgery, medical dermatology, cosmetic procedures, clinical research, and an ACGME-accredited fellowship, serving consumer patients across the Indianapolis metropolitan area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dermatology Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Beauty Salons (812112)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Mohs Surgery & Skin Cancer (Dermatologic Oncology) (HLAKACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Procedural Dermatology (Office-Based Surgery) (HLAKACAG), Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF), General & Medical Dermatology (HLAKACAA), Medical Spas (Medi-Spa) (HSADAKAB)

Keywords

• Dermatology services
• Mohs micrographic surgery
• Cosmetic dermatology
• Laser skin treatments
• Skin cancer treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Dermatology Services: Revenue from medical dermatology consultations and procedures including skin cancer treatment, Mohs surgery, eczema treatment, acne treatment, and other medical skin conditions. Many medical services are covered by health insurance.
2. Cosmetic and Aesthetic Services: Revenue from elective cosmetic procedures including laser treatments, injectables (BOTOX, fillers), chemical peels, facials, liposuction, and skin care products. These are typically out-of-pocket expenses not covered by insurance.
3. Clinical Research Trials: Revenue from conducting Phase II, Phase III, and Phase IV clinical trials for pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers. These industry-sponsored trials are approved by FDA and IRBs.
4. Fellowship Training: The ACGME-accredited Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Training Program accepts 2 fellows per year at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana (LASSI) is a single-location dermatology practice offering medical dermatology, Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer, cosmetic dermatology, and aesthetic services. The practice delivers surgical and non-surgical skin treatments administered by board-certified dermatologists, physician assistants, and aestheticians, with an onsite clinical research division and an ACGME-accredited Mohs surgery fellowship program.

Product overview

The Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana (LASSI) is a single-location dermatology practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of medical and cosmetic dermatology services. The core offering centers on Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer, with supporting services in cosmetic injectables (BOTOX, fillers), laser treatments (Clear+Brilliant, BBL, CO2 laser, pulsed dye laser), body contouring (tumescent liposuction), and aesthetic services (HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling, microblading). The LASSI Skin sub-brand provides spa-like aesthetic treatments under dermatologist supervision. The practice also operates a clinical research division and an accredited fellowship training program. Products include medical-grade skincare lines (Epionce, Jan Marini, Colorescience) and prescription treatments (Latisse) sold as at-home complements to clinical services. There is no SaaS platform, API, or modular software architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LASSI Skin: The aesthetics/spa division of the practice offering facials, chemical peels, hydrafacials, laser treatments, and other aesthetic services under the supervision of board-certified dermatologist Dr. C. William Hanke.

Products and services

• Mohs Micrographic Surgery Gold-standard skin cancer removal procedure using microscopic examination of tissue layers to achieve up to 99% cure rate while preserving healthy tissue; performed under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis.
• Skin Cancer Treatments Comprehensive skin cancer care including Mohs surgery, excision, curettage, electrodesiccation, and radiation therapy for basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma, and precancerous actinic keratosis.
• Medical Dermatology Services Treatment of chronic and acute skin conditions including acne, eczema, hair loss, melasma, rosacea, psoriasis, skin cancer, and vascular birthmarks.
• BOTOX Cosmetic Neurotoxin injection that relaxes facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
• Jeuveau FDA-approved neurotoxin injectable for temporary improvement of moderate to severe glabellar lines.
• Xeomin Purified neurotoxin injectable for reducing moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows.
• Belotero Balance Hyaluronic acid dermal filler for smoothing moderate to severe wrinkles and folds.
• Radiesse Calcium hydroxylapatite filler for correcting volume loss and providing immediate lifting effect.
• Revance RHA Fillers Resilient hyaluronic acid fillers designed to adapt to facial dynamics for natural-looking results.
• Sculptra Aesthetic Poly-L-lactic acid injectable that stimulates natural collagen production for gradual, long-lasting facial volume restoration.
• Liquid Facelift Combination injectable procedure using dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxers to restore facial volume and reduce signs of aging without surgery.
• Clear + Brilliant Laser FDA-approved gentle laser treatment for uneven skin tone and texture with minimal to no downtime.
• Forever Young BBL (Broadband Light) Intense pulsed light therapy for treating sun damage, aging, visible veins, and hyperpigmentation.
• CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing Ablative laser procedure that vaporizes the top layer of skin to treat sun damage, fine lines, and acne scars.
• CoolPeel CO2 Laser Advanced fractionated CO2 laser targeting superficial skin tissue with shorter treatment sessions and gentler recovery.
• V-Beam Pulsed Dye Laser Laser treatment for rosacea, facial redness, spider veins, and vascular birthmarks using concentrated light energy.
• Morpheus8 Radiofrequency microneedling treatment that combines collagen induction therapy with skin tightening for facial rejuvenation.
• Microneedling Collagen induction therapy using fine needles to create micro-injuries, stimulating natural collagen production for scar and wrinkle reduction.
• Chemical Peels Superficial exfoliation treatments using botanical formulations to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and even skin tone.
• Laser Hair Removal Permanent laser hair reduction using a series of treatments to gradually remove unwanted body hair.
• HydraFacial Water-powered hydradermabrasion treatment that combines cleansing, exfoliation, peels, and extraction for all-in-one skin rejuvenation.
• LASSI Skin (Aesthetic Services) Medical aesthetics division offering facials, chemical peels, laser treatments, hair removal, and brow treatments under dermatologist supervision.
• Tumescent Liposuction Body contouring technique using local anesthesia to remove stubborn fat deposits safely with minimal recovery time.
• Z-Wave Cellulite Treatment Radial pulse therapy for reducing the appearance of cellulite and improving skin texture.
• Sclerotherapy Injection treatment for spider veins and varicose veins on the legs using a saline solution.
• Weight Loss Injections (GLP-1) FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonist injections for medically supervised weight loss programs.
• Photodynamic Therapy (Blu-U with Levulan) Light-activated treatment using topical photosensitizer for sun-damaged skin and precancerous lesions.
• Hair Growth Treatments PRP therapy, prescriptions, steroid injections, and Nutrafol supplements for hair loss treatment and regrowth.
• Acne Scar Repair Surgical and non-surgical treatments for acne scarring including subcision, dermabrasion, punch grafts, and laser resurfacing.
• Microblading Semi-permanent brow contouring and filling procedure using fine blade technique to create natural-looking eyebrows.
• Lash Lift Semi-permanent eyelash treatment that curls lashes from base to tip for enhanced length and definition.
• Clinical Research Trials Phase II, III, and IV clinical trials for dermatologic and cosmetic conditions conducted in their accredited research facility.
• Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship ACGME-accredited one-year fellowship training program in Mohs micrographic surgery at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital.
• Epionce Skincare Products Medical-grade skincare line for at-home use to complement in-office treatments.
• Jan Marini Skincare Products Clinically proven skincare products for acne, aging, and pigmentation concerns.
• Colorescience Skincare Products Mineral-based SPF and skincare products for sun protection and skin health.
• Latisse FDA-approved prescription treatment for inadequate or insufficient eyelashes to grow longer, thicker, and darker.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% cure rate for primary basal cell carcinoma
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ascension St. Vincent HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2004Primary training site for the ACGME-accredited Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology Fellowship Training Program. Located 5 blocks from LASSI. Ascension St. Vincent sponsors 175 residents and fellows across multiple specialties. Dr. Hanke serves as Program Director and Thomas McGovern, MD serves as Associate Program Director.
• American Academy of DermatologyminorOthersDr. Hanke is Past President of the AAD and received the Gold Medal Award from AAD. AAD is the world's largest dermatologic society with member dermatologists worldwide.
• American Society for Dermatologic SurgeryminorOthersDr. Hanke is Past President of ASDS and received both the Samuel J. Stegman Award and President's Award from ASDS. ASDS is the leading organization for dermatologic surgeons.
• American College of Mohs SurgeryminorOthersDr. Hanke is Past President of ACMS (which has 1,000+ members) and received the Frederic E. Mohs Award and Distinguished Achievement Award. He serves on the ACGME Residency Review Committee for Dermatology.
• International Society for Dermatologic SurgeryminorOthersDr. Hanke is Past President of ISDS and received the President's Gold Medal, the highest honor. He has lectured in 25 countries and performed live surgery in 7 countries.
• Skin Cancer FoundationminorOthersDr. Hanke serves as Senior Vice President of the Skin Cancer Foundation. The Foundation is a major organization dedicated to skin cancer prevention and treatment education.
• Indiana University School of MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Hanke served as Professor of Dermatology, Pathology, and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at IUSM. He was the first physician in the US to be awarded the triple Professorship. He established the first Mohs micrographic surgery fellowship training program at IUMC. He is currently Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology at IUSM and Visiting Professor of Dermatology at University of Iowa-Carver College of Medicine.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Galderma: Global dermatology-focused pharmaceutical company producing Sculptra, Restylane, and medical skincare lines used in the practice. Major supplier shaping the economics of LASSI's injectables and skincare product sales.
• AbbVie (Allergan Aesthetics): Manufacturer of BOTOX, CoolSculpting, and other aesthetic products used by LASSI. Indirect peer as the dominant supplier for the practice's injectable revenue stream.

Direct peers

• Anne Arundel Dermatology: Large, PE-backed dermatology platform with 100+ providers across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, providing Mohs surgery, medical dermatology, and aesthetic services. Direct competitor for talent and patient referrals.
• U.S. Dermatology Partners: One of the largest PE-backed dermatology practice networks in the U.S., offering medical, surgical (including Mohs), and cosmetic dermatology across 100+ locations. Direct competitor for Mohs referrals and physician talent.
• Forefront Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology practice group with locations across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services including Mohs. Directly comparable geographic and service profile.
• Schweiger Dermatology Group: PE-backed dermatology platform with dozens of offices across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, offering general dermatology, Mohs surgery, and cosmetic services. Comparable single-specialty group structure and service mix.
• Dermatology Associates (regional independents): Independent regional dermatology practice offering medical, surgical, and cosmetic services including Mohs surgery. Closely comparable founder-led model to LASSI.
• Advanced Dermatology: Multi-state dermatology practice group providing medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology including Mohs surgery. Closely comparable offerings and payer mix to LASSI.
• Pinnacle Dermatology: PE-backed dermatology group operating across multiple states with a Mohs surgery, general dermatology, and aesthetics service mix. Comparable operating model to LASSI at greater geographic scale.

Emerging players

• Curology: Telemedicine-based dermatology provider offering prescription acne and anti-aging skincare direct-to-consumer. Competes at the lower-acuity end of dermatology demand that LASSI's medical dermatology segment also serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/laser-and-skin-surgery-center-of-in

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Laser and Skin Surgery Center of Indiana