Medical articles from Professor Alex Woollard

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14/04/2026

Plastic Surgeon

Facial reanimation and its role in treating facial palsy

When recovery from facial palsy doesn’t occur naturally, surgical intervention may help improve both function and appearance. Modern techniques like facial reanimation focus on restoring active movement, particularly the ability to smile.

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04/04/2025

Professor Alex Woollard

Plastic Surgeon

Plastic surgery post-skin cancer treatment: Restoring appearance, function, and emotional wellbeing

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK. While the treatments available have significantly improved survival rates, the surgical removal of skin cancer can sometimes result in visible scarring or loss of function. This article will guide you through how plastic surgery can help with both the aesthetic and functional recovery following skin cancer treatment.