GP Care provides a comprehensive service for anyone who wishes to have a minor skin lesion removed and where this procedure is not covered by the NHS. A skin lesion is any small skin cyst, lump, bump, wart, skin tag or ganglion.
This is a private service with appointments available every week in accredited surgeries throughout South Gloucestershire, Bristol and North Somerset. All our minor surgery clinicians have expertise in skin conditions and lesion removal.
Surgery to remove a skin lesion is a quick and straight-forward procedure. The majority of lumps we remove are harmless and are being treated for minor reasons.
The doctor will ask patients questions about the lesion. These may include how long it has been there, whether it has increased in size and details about how it affects daily life. The doctor will also ask about the patient’s general health, past medical history and any medication that the patient is taking. It is important at this stage that the patient asks any questions so that they understand the nature and purpose of the operation and the complications which can occur including the extent of scarring. For operations on the face or sensitive areas the patient must be clear that they wish to have the procedure and are aware of the likely scarring that will occur.
The operation will involve only a local anaesthetic so patients will be awake throughout and usually can ask questions while it is taking place.
Fees for this service are very competitive and will include the cost of the consultation and procedure.
Please talk to your GP about referral or if you require more information or wish to make a booking please either call GP Care on 0117 970 8983. Alternatively email us using the contact box opposite and we will contact you.
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