Medical articles of Mohs surgery

07/04/2025
Mr Hamid Tehrani
Consultant Plastic, reconstructive and Mohs surgeon
Mohs surgery: Is it painful? What's involved?
is a precise surgical technique used to treat certain types of skin cancer. It’s especially effective for cancers located in areas where preserving as much healthy tissue as possible is important, such as the face, ears or hands. This article explains what happens during the procedure, how painful it may be, and what recovery involves.
31/03/2025
Miss Rakhee Nayar
Consultant Plastic Surgeon Specialised in Mohs Surgery
Skin cancer: When should something be removed?
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, but with early detection and treatment it can be managed successfully. In this article, we'll discuss when a skin lesion or growth should be removed, the process behind skin cancer removal, and why early intervention is so important.
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28/02/2025
Mr Jonathan Cubitt
Plastic Surgeon
Why plastic surgery plays an important role in skin cancer treatment
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, and early treatment is essential to prevent its spread. While surgical removal is often necessary to eliminate cancerous cells, plastic surgery plays a vital role in restoring both function and appearance, particularly when large areas of skin are affected.
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07/10/2024
Mr Milind Dalal
Plastic Surgeon
Reconstructive surgery for skin cancer: techniques and recovery process
Skin cancers manifest in the form of red bumps, angry moles, or discoloured patches, and the most effective treatment for them is to remove them as soon as possible so that they cannot metastasise and spread to the rest of the body. The three most common kinds of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. We spoke to a leading consultant plastic surgeon about what comes next after skin cancer is removed.
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29/05/2024
Miss Charlotte Defty
Consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon
Understanding Mohs surgery: A comprehensive guide
Mohs surgery is an invaluable technique in treating certain skin cancers and ensuring effective removal while preserving healthy tissue. In her latest online article, renowned consultant reconstructive and plastic surgeon Miss Charlotte Defty delves into the most commonly asked questions surrounding Mohs surgery.
05/02/2024
Dr Waseem Bakkour
Dermatologist
An expert's guide to Mohs surgery
In his latest online article, renowned consultant dermatologist and dermatological surgeon Dr Waseem Bakkour explains Mohs surgery, a highly successful treatment for skin cancer.
29/11/2023
Miss Rakhee Nayar
Consultant Plastic Surgeon Specialised in Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery: an in-depth guide: part 2
In the second article of a two-part series, Miss Rakhee Nayar discusses alternatives to Mohs surgery, its consequences and what happens during the procedure.
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14/11/2023
Miss Rakhee Nayar
Consultant Plastic Surgeon Specialised in Mohs Surgery
Mohs surgery: an in-depth guide: part 1
When it comes to treating certain types of skin cancer, Mohs micrographic surgery is a technique often recommended by surgeons and dermatologists as the “gold standard” and the most highly effective and precise treatment option, particularly for skin cancers such as basal cell carcinoma (BCC or rodent ulcers) or squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), as well as other rarer tumour types. Renowned Consultant Plastic Surgeon Miss Rakhee Nayar, who specialises in the surgery, discusses why it's recommended, what to expect during the procedure and potential complications.
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26/01/2022
Dr Jibu Varghese
Dermatologist
All you need to know about Mohs surgery
In our latest article, esteemed consultant dermatologist, Dr Jibu Varghese, provides an expert overview on all things Mohs surgery, including a detailed explanation of what exactly the surgery is, how long it typically lasts, and the main advantages and disadvantages of Mohs surgery.
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18/05/2018
Dr Saqib Jawaid Bashir
Dermatologist
How to spot skin cancer and how to treat it
Skin cancer is a scary prospect. However, if it is spotted early, skin cancer can be relatively easy to treat, and even for more advanced skin cancers, there is hope. We talked to expert dermatologist Dr Saqib Bashir, who explained what skin cancer looks like and how it can be treated.
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