Advanced Lymph Node
Dissections for Skin Cancer
Your Trusted Path to Comprehensive Skin Cancer Treatment
Welcome to Dr. Manaf Khatib’s practice, where we specialize in providing advanced care for individuals facing skin cancer. Our commitment to excellence extends to performing axillary and groin lymph node dissections, essential procedures in the fight against skin cancer.
Navigating Skin Cancer Challenges
Skin cancer, although often treatable, can become life-threatening if not managed effectively. Certain types of skin cancer, such as melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma, have the potential to spread to nearby lymph nodes. Axillary and groin lymph node dissections play a crucial role in assessing and managing this risk.
Not Sure If Axillary and groind lymph node dissections for skin cancer is Right For You?
Book a Consultation With Mr. Khatib
Axillary and groind lymph node dissections
for skin cancer At A Glance
Length of surgery
60min
Anaesthetic
LA with sedation – GA can be arranged
Hospital Stay
Daycase
Time-off Work
Dependent on type of work usually 2-3 days
Time-Off Exercise
Gentle exercise at 2 weeks back to normal at 6 weeks
Postop-care
1 week nurse wound check. Follow up with Mr Khatib 6 weeks, 3 months, 1 year
Expertise in Lymph Node Dissections
- Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon: Dr. Khatib is a board-certified plastic surgeon with specialized training in lymph node dissections.
- Cutting-Edge Techniques: Utilizing the latest surgical techniques and technologies for optimal outcomes.
- Patient-Centered Care: Providing compassionate, patient-focused care throughout your journey.
- Collaborative Approach: Collaborating closely with oncologists and dermatologists to ensure comprehensive care.
Your Comprehensive Skin Cancer Treatment Journey: Empowering Patients Through Lymph Node Dissections
Dr. Khatib’s approach to lymph node dissections is designed to empower patients by providing critical information for skin cancer management:
- Precise Assessment: Identifying the sentinel lymph nodes most at risk of containing cancer cells.
- Minimally Invasive Procedures: Utilizing minimally invasive techniques to reduce discomfort and enhance recovery.
- Accurate Staging: Determining the extent of cancer spread and guiding treatment decisions.
- Tailored Care Plans: Developing personalized treatment plans based on lymph node biopsy results.
The Lymph Node Dissection Process:
Comprehensive Assessment, Step by Step
The process of axillary and groin lymph node dissections typically involves the following stages:
- Diagnosis of Skin Cancer: Initial diagnosis of skin cancer through biopsy and pathological evaluation.
- Identification of Sentinel Lymph Nodes: Mapping the sentinel lymph nodes most at risk.
- Biopsy Procedure: Minimally invasive biopsy of sentinel lymph nodes to assess for cancer cells.
- Pathological Analysis: Examination of the biopsied tissue to determine if cancer has spread.
- Treatment Planning: Developing a tailored treatment plan based on biopsy results.
- Holistic Collaboration: Working closely with oncologists and other specialists for comprehensive care.
Not Sure If Axillary and groind lymph node dissections for skin cancer is Right For You?
Book a Consultation With Mr. Khatib
Why
Choose
Us
ETHICAL
GUIDANCE
We prioritise your needs, never suggesting unnecessary procedures. Our consultations provide expert advice without sales pressure.
DUAL
CERTIFICATION
Mr. Khatib holds both UK and EU board certifications in plastic surgery—a rare distinction ensuring the highest standards of surgical excellence.
METICULOUS
PRECISION
Every incision is carefully planned and executed with exceptional attention to detail, delivering natural-looking results that enhance your appearance.
COMPLETE
TRANSPARENCY
From consultation to recovery, we provide clear information about procedures, potential risks, expected outcomes, and realistic recovery timelines.
PRESTIGIOUS
TRAINING
Refined surgical skills through fellowships at Cadogan Clinic London, Wellington Hospital, Guy’s and St. Thomas’, and Royal Marsden Hospital.
BESPOKE
APPROACH
Your treatment plan is uniquely designed around your anatomy, aesthetic goals and lifestyle—never a standardised solution.
Meet Your Surgeon –
Mr Manaf Khatib
Mr Manaf Khatib is a consultant plastic surgeon based in London and Hertfordshire. His NHS practice is based at the Lister Hospital – East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust.
Mr Khatib qualified from St George’s University of London in 2010 with a distinction in medical sciences and a merit in clinical practice. He then undertook a 2-year foundation programme in academic surgery at Imperial College London after competitive selection, where he was part of a team developing a hernia repair surgical simulation model. This work was subsequently published in the American Journal of Surgery. Mr Khatib has also co-authored a textbook on dermatology, ophthalmology, and ENT.
In parallel to his clinical training, he completed a Masters of Science in Surgical Sciences at the University of Edinburgh and received a distinction on his work researching the use of LASER Doppler imaging in burn depth assessment.
Our Locations
London
Cadogan Clinic
London
120 Sloane St, London SW1X 9BW
United Kingdom
Weymouth Street
Hospital
42-46 Weymouth St, London W1G 6DR
United Kingdom
St John & St Elizabeth
Hospital
60 Grove End Rd, London NW8 9NH
United Kingdom
Hertfordshire
Spire Harpenden
Hospital
Ambrose Ln, Harpenden AL5 4BP
United Kingdom
One Hatfield
Hospital
Hatfield Ave., Hatfield AL10 9UA
United Kingdom
Lister Hospital
NHS Practice
Coreys Mill Ln, Stevenage SG1 4AB
United Kingdom
Trust Your Skin Cancer
Care to Dr. Manaf Khatib
At Dr. Manaf Khatib’s practice, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the challenges of skin cancer with advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques. With his expertise in lymph node dissections, you can trust that your care is in capable hands.
Empower yourself through comprehensive skin cancer care.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation for axillary and groin lymph node dissections.
Online Marketing For Doctors