Skin surgery
We are able to perform a wide range of skin surgery procedures but the NHS will only fund procedures for lumps and bumps which are causing significant irritation, infection or pain. This does not include those which are purely cosmetic i.e you don’t like the look of them. In addition, if he feels that you have a worrying mole or skin lesion he will arrange to refer you to a hospital specialist for treatment as these cannot be treated in the Practice.
All patients need to book a routine appointment with Dr Chambers or Dr Speight to discuss their skin problem prior to being booked in for any procedure. If they decide that your skin lesion cannot be treated on the NHS they will be able to direct you to local private providers if appropriate.
Joint injections
A variety of joint and soft tissue conditions can sometimes be helped by injection of a steroid into or around the joint. Examples would be certain shoulder problems, arthritis of the knee and smaller joints (not hips), plantar fasciitis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Please do not book in for a joint injection without first speaking to your GP.