Convenient Minor Surgical Procedures by Your GP
Many common skin conditions and minor injuries can be effectively managed without a hospital visit. At Kenneth Tan Medical Clinic, our experienced General Practitioners (GPs) are equipped to perform a variety of minor surgical procedures safely and comfortably right here in our primary care clinic, typically using local anaesthesia.
Common Minor Procedures We Perform
Our GPs provide assessment and treatment for various conditions, including:
- Removal of Benign Lumps and Bumps: Such as sebaceous cysts, lipomas, and other non-cancerous skin lesions.
- Skin Tag Removal: Quick and effective removal of small, harmless skin growths.
- Mole Assessment, Biopsy, and Removal: Careful evaluation of moles. Suspicious moles may be biopsied (a small sample taken for lab testing/histological examination) or fully removed. Benign moles can often be removed for cosmetic reasons. (Note: Complex or potentially cancerous lesions will be appropriately referred to a specialist dermatologist or surgeon).
- Suturing of Cuts and Lacerations: Cleaning and stitching minor wounds to promote proper healing and minimise scarring.
- Incision and Drainage of Abscesses: Safely draining collections of pus (boils) under the skin to relieve pain and aid healing.
- Ingrown Toenail Management: Procedures like partial or complete nail removal (nail avulsion) to treat painful or infected ingrown toenails.
- Foreign Body Removal: Extracting simple splinters, glass shards, or other small foreign objects embedded near the skin surface.
- Wound Care and Dressing: Professional management of minor acute or chronic wounds and post-procedural care.
Why Choose Our Clinic for Minor Procedures?
- Convenience & Accessibility: Avoids hospital queues and processes for suitable procedures. Easier access within your community.
- Comfort & Familiarity: Undergo the procedure in the familiar setting of your trusted GP clinic.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Often more affordable than hospital settings.
- Continuity of Care: Your GP, who understands your overall health history, performs or oversees the procedure and follow-up.
- Reduced Waiting Times: Quicker access to assessment and treatment compared to typical hospital specialist appointments.
What to Expect During Your Visit
- Consultation & Assessment: Your GP will first carefully assess your condition, discuss your concerns, and determine if the procedure is appropriate and safe to perform in the clinic setting, or if a specialist referral is more suitable.
- Explanation & Consent: The procedure details, potential risks, benefits, alternatives, and estimated costs will be explained thoroughly. Your informed consent will be obtained.
- The Procedure: Performed efficiently under sterile conditions, usually with local anaesthesia injection to numb the area, ensuring your comfort.
- Aftercare Instructions: You’ll receive clear guidance on wound care, signs of infection to monitor, activity restrictions (if any), and any necessary follow-up.
- Follow-up Appointment: Scheduled as needed for review, dressing change, or suture removal.
Discuss Your Needs with Our Doctors
If you have a lump, bump, skin lesion, minor injury, or other condition you believe might benefit from a minor procedure, please schedule a consultation. Our GPs will provide a thorough assessment and advise on the most appropriate course of action for you.
Book an Appointment or call us today.