Private Minor Surgery Services
Expert skin lesion & minor surgical treatments in a safe clinical setting
Durham Dales Health Federation (DDHF) is proud to offer a professional Private Minor Surgery Service based at Stanley Primary Care Centre.
Delivered by experienced clinicians within a fully regulated healthcare environment, the service provides safe, accessible, and convenient treatment for a wide range of common skin lesions, lumps, and minor surgical conditions.
Specialist Minor Surgery & Skin Lesion Treatments
Our service provides assessment and treatment for a wide variety of benign skin conditions and lesions, including:
- Sebaceous (epidermoid) cysts
- Lipomas
- Skin tags
- Benign moles
- Cherry angiomas
- Seborrhoeic keratoses
- Warts and verrucae
- Actinic keratoses
- Surgical excision
- Cryotherapy
- Shave excision
- Curettage procedures
- Advanced verrucae treatment using SWIFT microwave therapy
Arrange your free face-to-face consultation to assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment option.
Led by Experienced Specialist Clinicians
The service is led by Dr Rachel Lawson, who delivers DDHF’s Dermatology and Skin Lesion Management services, including specialist minor surgical procedures.
Minor surgical excision
Cryotherapy treatments
Skin lesion management
Patients can feel reassured they are receiving care from highlyskilled professionals within a trusted clinical environment.
Innovative Verrucae Treatment with SWIFT Therapy
Our service also offers SWIFT microwave therapy - an advanced treatment for stubborn verrucae and plantar warts.
SWIFT therapy uses targeted microwave technology to stimulate the body’s natural immune response and has become an increasingly effective option for difficult-to-treat verrucae.
Free Initial Consultation
We offer a free face-to-face consultation to assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment option.
During the consultation, our clinicians will:
- Assess the lesion or condition
- Discuss treatment options
- Explain procedures and expected outcomes
- Provide pricing guidance
- Discuss whether histology testing may be recommended
This ensures every patient receives personalised advice and an appropriate treatment plan.
Treatments Available
Minor Surgical Procedures
- Complete excision of cysts and lipomas
- Surgical mole removal
- Surgical skin lesion removal
- Surgical skin tag removal
Non-Surgical & Minimally Invasive Treatments
- Cryotherapy for warts and skin lesions
- Shave excision procedures
- Curettage treatments
- SWIFT verrucae therapy
- Keloid scar steroid injection treatment
Arrange your free face-to-face consultation to assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate treatment option.
Transparent Pricing
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Small Cyst Removal | £425 |
| Large Cyst Removal | £585 |
| Small Lipoma Removal | From £425 |
| Surgical Mole Removal | £425 |
| Lesion Removal (Shave Excision/Curette) | £375 |
| SWIFT Verrucae Therapy |
£100 – £125 per treatment |
| Cryotherapy Treatments | From £65 |
| Skin Tag Removal by Hyfrecator | £255 |
Safe, Regulated Healthcare
The service is delivered by Durham Dales Health Federation, a Care Quality Commission registered healthcare provider.
- clinical environments
- Experienced healthcare professionals
- Evidence-based treatments
- Professional aftercare advice
- Access to histology testing where appropriate
Convenient Booking Process
Booking an appointment is simple.
- Complete the online enquiry form
- Select a convenient appointment date through the interactive booking calendar
- Arrange an initial consultation directly with the service team
For further enquiries, patients can contact: privateservices@ddhf.co.uk
Professional Care
You Can Trust
At DDHF, we are committed to providing high-quality minor surgical and dermatology treatments in a professional, patient-focused environment.
With expert clinicians, modern treatment options, and personalised care, our Private Minor Surgery Service offers safe and effective solutions to help patients feel more comfortable, confident, and reassured about their skin health.