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Doctor-Led Skin Lesion Assessment & Minor Surgery in Portlaoise, Laois
Skin Lesion & Minor Surgery Clinic
At Dr Sharon Delaney Aesthetic Medicine, our Skin Lesion & Minor Surgery Clinic provides safe, accurate assessment and treatment of a wide range of benign skin conditions, right here in Portlaoise, County Laois.
Every patient receives a thorough, doctor-led clinical assessment to determine the most appropriate course of management for their skin concern. Where a lesion requires further specialist care, referral to secondary services will be arranged promptly and professionally.
Our clinic offers patients in Laois and the surrounding counties a trusted, private alternative to lengthy HSE waiting lists, with expert care delivered in a calm, professional medical setting.
Skin Conditions We Assess and Treat
Our Portlaoise skin lesion clinic commonly assesses and treats the following conditions:
- Cysts — including sebaceous and epidermoid cysts
- Warts — common, plantar and periungual warts
- Actinic keratosis — precancerous rough skin patches caused by sun damage
- Keratosis pilaris — rough, bumpy skin commonly affecting the arms and thighs
- Rosacea — persistent facial redness, flushing and visible vessels
- Acne — including inflammatory and cystic acne
- Benign moles — assessed and removed where clinically appropriate
- Skin tags — safe removal of benign skin tags in a sterile medical setting
Suspicious or uncertain lesions are carefully evaluated and referred appropriately to ensure your safety and peace of mind.
What to Expect at Your Skin Lesion Appointment
Your appointment at our Portlaoise minor surgery clinic is thorough, unhurried and fully doctor-led.
Depending on your clinical assessment and findings, your appointment may include:
- Clinical examination of the lesion or skin concern
- Dermatoscopic skin assessment — advanced magnification to examine the lesion in detail
- Cryotherapy — targeted freezing treatment where clinically appropriate
- Skin biopsy — punch or excision biopsy where indicated
- Minor surgical excision — precise removal under local anaesthetic
- Histology referral — tissue analysis arranged where clinically required.
All procedures are carried out using full sterile technique and local anaesthetic where required, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout.
Treatment Duration & Recovery
Consultation: Approximately 30 minutes
Minor procedures: Typically 60–120 minutes depending on the complexity of the procedure
Suture removal: Where sutures are placed, these are generally removed 7–14 days following the procedure.
Following treatment, patients may experience mild swelling, bruising or tenderness for several days. This is a normal part of the healing process. Scar maturation occurs gradually over several months, with the final result continuing to improve over time.
Full aftercare guidance is provided at every appointment.
Your consultation fee covers your assessment, clinical diagnosis and prescription treatment where appropriate. Any biopsy, excision, histology or procedural treatments are charged separately and will always be clearly communicated to you in advance. Some lesions may require a separate appointment for removal or further treatment.
How Many Appointments Will I Need?
Many skin lesions can be assessed and treated in a single appointment. However, a follow-up visit may be required for:
- Suture removal following a surgical procedure
- Review of healing progress
- Discussion of histology results where a biopsy has been performed
Your treatment plan will be discussed in full at your initial consultation so you know exactly what to expect at every stage.
Why Choose a Doctor-Led Skin Clinic in Portlaoise?
When it comes to skin lesion assessment and removal, the expertise and qualifications of the practitioner matter enormously.
At Dr Sharon Delaney Aesthetic Medicine, every assessment and procedure is carried out by Dr Sharon Delaney, a fully qualified doctor registered on the specialist division of the Irish Medical Council. With extensive training in both general practice and aesthetic medicine, Dr Sharon brings a comprehensive medical understanding to every skin concern she assesses.
Patients across Portlaoise, Laois and the surrounding midlands trust Dr Sharon Delaney Aesthetic Medicine for safe, precise and professional skin care, delivered with the highest standard of clinical excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
We assess and manage a range of benign skin lesions including cysts, skin tags, certain moles, lipomas and other non-cancerous growths. All lesions are clinically examined before treatment is considered.
Where clinically indicated, excised tissue is sent for histopathological analysis. Histology fees are separate from procedural fees.
Each lesion is assessed clinically and, where appropriate, with dermatoscopy. If there is any suspicion of malignancy or diagnostic uncertainty, referral to secondary care will be arranged.
Minor surgical procedures are performed under local anaesthetic. Patients typically experience minimal discomfort during the procedure.
Most minor surgical procedures take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the size and complexity of the lesion.
Some excisions require sutures, which are usually removed 7–14 days later depending on the treatment area. Certain procedures, such as shave removal or cryotherapy, may not require stitches.
Most patients return to normal daily activities immediately. Mild swelling, bruising or tenderness may occur for several days following treatment.
Any surgical procedure that breaks the skin will result in some degree of scarring. Every effort is made to minimise this through careful technique and appropriate aftercare.
As with all minor surgical procedures, potential risks include bleeding, infection, delayed healing and scarring. These will be discussed in full during your consultation.
A referral is not always required for assessment. However, some insurance providers may require referral documentation for reimbursement.
Procedures may be performed for medical reasons (such as irritation, infection risk or diagnostic uncertainty) or cosmetic concerns. This distinction may influence insurance eligibility.