Minor surgical procedures
Day-case procedures under local anaesthetic at the practice — open to anyone, whether or not you are registered here.
A number of conditions that would otherwise mean a hospital waiting list can be dealt with in a single appointment in general practice, under local anaesthetic, with no overnight stay and no referral required.
What this covers at our Naas clinic
Procedures carried out at the practice include:
- Ingrown toenail — assessment and nail surgery
- Sebaceous and epidermoid cysts — removal
- Moles and skin lesions — assessment and removal where appropriate
- Abscesses and boils — incision and drainage
- Minor lacerations — closure and repair
- Skin tags and other small benign lesions
What to expect
- Phone the practice
Phone 045 850060 and describe the problem. Reception will arrange a consultation and tell you what to expect.
- Consultation first
Every procedure begins with an assessment. The clinician confirms what the lesion is, whether removal is appropriate, and talks through the procedure, the healing time and any scarring.
- Same day where suitable
Where the assessment is straightforward and theatre time allows, the procedure can often be carried out at the same visit rather than on a separate date.
- Afterwards
You go home the same day. You will be given wound care instructions, told what to watch for, and arrangements made for any dressing change or suture removal that is needed.
Who this is for
Minor surgery suits problems that are uncomplicated, clearly benign or clearly definable, and treatable under local anaesthetic.
- Anyone with a painful or recurrent ingrown toenail
- Anyone with a cyst, lipoma or other lump they want assessed or removed
- Anyone with a mole or skin lesion they are concerned about
- Anyone with an abscess or boil needing drainage
- Patients of other practices — no registration with this practice is required
You do not have to be a patient here
This service is open to anyone, whether or not you are registered with the practice. If you attend another GP in Naas, Kildare or further afield, you can still book a minor surgery consultation here. With your consent the practice will write to your own GP afterwards so your records stay complete.
Phone the practice on 045 850060 to arrange an appointment, or to ask whether a particular problem is suitable before booking.
This page is general information, not medical advice. It cannot tell you whether you need to be seen. If you are worried about a symptom, phone the practice on 045 850060. If someone is seriously ill or in immediate danger, call 112 or 999.
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Learn moreMinor Surgery — common questions
Do I need to be a patient of the practice for minor surgery?
No. Minor surgical procedures are open to anyone, whether or not you are registered with Pulses TSM Medical Clinic. Patients of other practices are welcome to book a consultation.
Can an ingrown toenail be treated in Naas without a hospital referral?
Yes. Ingrown toenail surgery is carried out at the practice under local anaesthetic as a day-case procedure, without a hospital referral or waiting list.
Can I have a mole removed at a GP practice?
Moles and skin lesions are assessed first to determine whether removal is appropriate and how it should be done. Some lesions are suitable for removal at the practice; others need referral to a dermatologist or surgeon, and the assessment will tell you which applies.
Will the procedure be done on the same day as my consultation?
Often, yes. Every procedure begins with a consultation, and where the assessment is straightforward and time allows, the procedure can be carried out at the same visit. Phone 045 850060 to discuss.
Is minor surgery covered by a medical card?
Cover depends on the procedure and your eligibility. Phone the practice on 045 850060 and reception will confirm what applies before you book.
Speak to the practice about minor surgery
Call during opening hours and reception will take it from there.