Skin Lesions
Mole Removal
Skin moles are usually harmless. If a mole grows rapidly, changes colour, has an irregular border, gets crusty or bleeds, and needs to be biopsied or removed.
The removal of a mole that does not have any warning signs is not covered by public health.
Scar Revision
When healing a skin wound leads to a dysmorphic scar, we can consider removing the scar and repairing the skin in a more aesthetic fashion. Scar revision management is an uninsured procedure.
Pre-cancerous Lesions
Sun exposure can increase the risk of skin cancer. Precancerous skin lesions are usually crusty patches on the top layer of skin and, if left untreated, can gradually turn into skin cancer. These lesions are treated with Cryotherapy.
Wart Removal
Wart removal is done in the office over a few sessions with cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen). Alberta Health covers genital and foot warts, but common warts on hand are not covered by Alberta Health.
Skin Tag Removal
Skin tags are small skin growths that usually look unpleasant but do not cause problems. Skin tags can be removed with Cryotherapy or Radiofrequency. Skin tag removals are considered uninsured services.
Others
Do you have a skin condition you would like assessed?
Our doctors are qualified to diagnose and treat minor skin diseases and to perform biopsies and excisions of medically necessary lesions. We do all these procedures in our clinic, usually in half an hour or less. We are excited to announce that Dr. Mitra Arjang has joined our practice with her experience in general surgery.
If you have any skin lesions that you are concerned about or have lumps or bumps, your family doctor can refer you to a consultation appointment if intervention is necessary. We are happy to help you book a consultation appointment if you have other conditions. Most appointments are usually booked within 2-3 weeks time.