Expert Care for the Removal of
Harmless Skin Lesions
Are you bothered by benign skin lesions that affect your appearance or cause discomfort? Dr. Manaf Khatib, a highly regarded plastic surgeon based in London and Hertfordshire, specializes in the precise excision of benign skin lesions, ensuring both your well-being and peace of mind.
Understanding Benign Skin Lesions
Benign skin lesions are non-cancerous growths that can appear on the skin. While they are typically harmless, these lesions can sometimes be bothersome, affect your self-esteem, or cause irritation. Common types of benign skin lesions include moles, cysts, and skin tags.
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Skin Lesions is Right For You?
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Excision of Benign Skin
Lesions 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
The Benefits of Choosing
an Expert Surgeon
When considering the removal of benign skin lesions, it’s essential to choose a skilled and experienced surgeon like Dr. Khatib. Here’s why patients trust him:
- Specialized Expertise: Dr. Khatib’s extensive experience in plastic surgery ensures precise and aesthetically pleasing results.
- Patient-Centered Approach: He prioritizes your comfort, listens to your concerns, and tailors each treatment plan to your unique needs.
- Minimized Scarring: Dr. Khatib employs advanced techniques to minimize scarring and enhance the cosmetic outcome.
- Safe Procedures: Your health and safety are paramount, and Dr. Khatib ensures that every excision is performed with the utmost care.
Personalized Evaluation
and Treatment Plan
Your journey to safe and effective lesion removal begins with a consultation with Dr. Khatib. During this thorough appointment, he will:
- Assess Your Lesions: Dr. Khatib will examine the size, location, and type of your benign skin lesions.
- Discuss Your Concerns: He will attentively listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and address any apprehensions.
- Develop a Treatment Plan: Dr. Khatib will create a tailored treatment plan, explaining the procedure, expected outcomes, and the recovery process.
The Excision Process:
Precise and Safe Lesion Removal
The process of benign skin lesion excision typically follows these steps:
- Anesthesia: Local or general anesthesia will be administered to ensure a comfortable procedure.
- Incision: Dr. Khatib will make a precise incision to access and remove the lesion.
- Lesion Removal: The lesion will be carefully excised, with meticulous attention to preserving surrounding healthy skin.
- Incision Closure: The incision will be closed with care to minimize scarring.
- Recovery: Dr. Khatib and his team will provide post-operative instructions to ensure a smooth and comfortable recovery.
Experience precise and safe lesion
removal with Dr. Manaf Khatib
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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 Care to Dr. Manaf Khatib
Dr. Manaf Khatib is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care for patients seeking the excision of benign skin lesions. If you’re ready to address your concerns and regain your confidence, contact us today to schedule your consultation.
Contact us now to book your consultation and take the first step toward healthier, blemish-free skin.