The Chevin Clinic, Tredgold Crescent, Bramhope, Leeds, LS16 9BR • Monday - Saturday: 8.30am - 6pm • Tel: 0133 2303 206 • Email: info@chevinclinic.co.uk
Expert Minor Surgery & Cryotherapy
We provide expert minor surgery and cryotherapy treatments for a range of benign skin lesions and minor skin concerns, delivered by experienced NHS-trained doctors using established clinical techniques.
About The Clinic.
Minor Surgery & Cryotherapy
Led by Dr Marcus Smith, GP Partner with specialist expertise in minor surgery and dermatology, our service offers convenient access to assessment and treatment in a professional clinical setting, with a focus on safe, effective care and excellent cosmetic outcomes wherever possible.
Treatments are available for a variety of common skin concerns including warts, verrucas, skin tags, seborrhoeic keratoses and other benign lesions.
Please note: this service is suitable for benign and non-suspicious lesions only. Where there is any concern regarding a lesion, further medical assessment may be recommended prior to treatment.
Services
What To Expect
Your appointment will include an assessment of the lesion or area of concern, a review of relevant medical history and a discussion about suitable treatment options. Where treatment is appropriate, we will explain the procedure, expected recovery, aftercare and any potential risks before proceeding.
Treatment may be carried out by cryotherapy or minor surgical removal, depending on the type, size and site of the lesion. We do not currently offer laser removal.
Some treatments may be carried out at the same appointment where clinically appropriate. Other procedures may require a separate appointment. If a lesion appears suspicious or unsuitable for treatment within our clinic, we will advise you on the most appropriate next steps.
A skin lesion assessment consultation involves a review of your medical history and a close examination of the lesion. The clinician will ask about any changes in size, shape, colour, or symptoms such as bleeding, itching, or pain, and may use a dermatoscope (a handheld magnifying device) to assess the area in more detail.
If minor surgery is recommended, the clinician will explain the procedure, including any risks, benefits, and aftercare requirements. Depending on the lesion and clinic arrangements, the treatment may be carried out on the same day or scheduled for a later appointment, with any tissue samples sent for laboratory analysis if needed.
A cryotherapy appointment is a quick treatment used to remove certain skin lesions by freezing them with liquid nitrogen. The clinician will examine the lesion, explain the procedure, and then apply the freezing treatment directly to the affected area. You may feel a brief stinging, burning, or cold sensation during the treatment.
After the procedure, the area may become red, swollen, or form a blister before healing over the following days or weeks. The clinician will provide aftercare advice, explain what results to expect, and discuss whether any follow-up treatment is needed.
An additional cryotherapy appointment is a follow-up treatment for a skin lesion that has not fully responded to previous freezing treatment. The clinician will assess how the lesion has healed, discuss any changes since your last visit, and, if appropriate, apply another round of liquid nitrogen to further treat the area.
You may experience a brief stinging or burning sensation during treatment, and the area may again become red, swollen, or blistered before healing. The clinician will provide updated aftercare advice and explain whether further follow-up is likely to be needed.
A skin tag removal appointment is usually a quick and straightforward procedure. The clinician will examine the skin tag, confirm that it is suitable for removal, and explain the treatment method, which may involve snipping, cautery (heat removal), or freezing the skin tag.
The procedure is generally well tolerated, with minimal discomfort, and you can usually return to normal activities straight away. After treatment, the area may be slightly sore or develop a small scab while it heals, and the clinician will provide advice on caring for the treated area.
A surgical seborrhoeic keratosis or wart removal appointment is usually a simple outpatient procedure. The clinician will examine the lesion, explain the removal method, and use a local anaesthetic if needed before removing the lesion using a suitable surgical technique.
After the procedure, a small dressing may be applied and you will be given advice on wound care and healing. Some mild soreness, redness, or scabbing is normal, and the clinician will explain any follow-up requirements and when you can expect the area to fully heal.
A surgical benign mole or skin lesion removal appointment is a minor procedure carried out under local anaesthetic. The clinician will assess the lesion, explain the procedure, and remove it using an appropriate surgical technique. In some cases, the tissue may be sent for laboratory analysis as a routine precaution.
After the procedure, the area may be closed with stitches and covered with a dressing. You will be given advice on wound care, healing, and any follow-up appointments. Mild discomfort, bruising, and scarring are normal parts of the healing process.
A small cyst removal appointment is a minor procedure performed under local anaesthetic. The clinician will examine the cyst, explain the procedure, and make a small incision to remove the cyst and its lining, helping to reduce the chance of it returning.
After the procedure, the wound may be closed with stitches and covered with a dressing. You will be given advice on caring for the area, signs to watch for during healing, and any follow-up arrangements. Mild discomfort, bruising, and swelling are common and usually settle within a few days.
A small lipoma removal appointment is a minor surgical procedure performed under local anaesthetic. The clinician will examine the lipoma, explain the procedure, and make a small incision to carefully remove the fatty lump from beneath the skin.
After the procedure, the wound may be closed with stitches and covered with a dressing. You will be given advice on wound care, healing, and any follow-up arrangements. Mild soreness, bruising, and swelling are common and typically improve over the following days.
Some lesions may need to be sent for laboratory analysis after removal. If histology is recommended, this will be discussed with you before the procedure. Histology is charged at £150 per specimen.
Payment is required in advance of your appointment or procedure.
Appointments can be changed or cancelled without charge if at least 72 hours’ notice is given. Cancellations made with less than 72 hours’ notice may still be charged.
The Chevin Clinic
If treatment is carried out at the same appointment,
the consultation fee is included within the procedure price.
If treatment is carried out at the same appointment, the consultation fee is included within the procedure price. If assessment is carried out but no treatment is performed, the consultation fee is £175.
Where a separate procedure appointment is required, the consultation fee may be deducted from the procedure cost if treatment goes ahead within 8 weeks. Prices may vary depending on the size, site, number and complexity of the lesion. The full cost will be confirmed before any treatment is carried out. Histology is charged separately where required.
Yes, minor surgical procedures are typically performed using local anaesthetic to maximise comfort during treatment.
Some minor surgical procedures may require stitches depending on the treatment performed. Your doctor will explain this fully beforehand.
Recovery time varies depending on the treatment performed, but most patients are able to return to normal activities shortly after their procedure.
Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses targeted freezing therapy to remove selected benign skin lesions by applying extreme cold directly to the affected area.
Cryotherapy may be suitable for a range of benign skin lesions including warts, verrucas, skin tags, seborrhoeic keratoses and selected superficial skin lesions.
Most patients experience a brief stinging or burning sensation during treatment, which usually settles quickly after the procedure.
Some lesions respond after a single treatment, whilst others may require multiple sessions depending on the type, size and location of the lesion.
The treated area may become red, sore or blistered temporarily before healing over the following days or weeks.
Healing time varies depending on the area treated and size of the lesion, but most areas heal within 1–3 weeks.
